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Ford Escape Hybrid Review
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Favorite feature: |
The fact that i can drive this car from New York to L.A with less than 5 tanks of gas :) |
Least favorite feature: |
The way the engine works. It's a little unnerving the first while. |
Advice to buyer: |
Be sure to get the proper warranty so that the special hybrid parts are covered. |
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The acceleration, power and overall behavior of the car and its suspension pleasantly surprised me. I got into the Hybrid as a critic and came out very pleased. I really think now that this is the kind of car everyone will be driving within only a few years. If i was actually looking for a brand new car, i'd buy this one. This vehicle really IS an SUV that consumes very little gas and offers all the features of a normal SUV. While you can't quite expect the acceleration and torque to equal to that of a full-gasoline car; the strength of the hybrid was a surprise. It certainly matches...say...a 2001 Tracker. which is good; as long as you're not looking to race this vehicle uphill. Overall, mechanically it does seem to work as well as any other SUV. Also, if you are mechanically inclined: don't worry about not understanding what is going on under the hood. you can get a basic knowledge of it in under 5 minutes if you actually get to look at the engine(s). seriously, it's surprisingly simple. Esthetically, this is a good looking car. The exterior is neat and aerodynamic and the enterior is roomy and comfortable. new generation features and all. no complaints. The only problem during the entire drive was a psychological one; the way the engine switched from electric to gas automatically and how quiet it was when the car would roll to a stop was almost scary. But after about 20 minutes, i got almost used to it. if i had a few more days, i'd probably get used to it completely. Also, that scared feeling would probably fade away if i actually owned the car and drove it past a gas station once in a while. Because what that technological-quiet equals money being saved. and that annoyingly familiar dependance on the pump fading, of course. |
Also considered: |
2002 Chevrolet Cavalier |
| About This Reviewer... | |
Name: |
Alex Arav |
Location: |
Quincy, Florida |
Other vehicles owned: |
2001 BMW Z3 1999 Honda Odyssey |
Review submitted: |
November 24, 2004 |
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