Comparison of Ford Fusion Hybrid to Escape Hybrid?

[MisterG]

Hello, 

 

I've owned a Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium for about 18 months now, and I was wondering if any of you out there have taken a new Ford Escape Hybrid for a spin to see how it compares to the Fusion Hybrid.

 

From what I've read, here are some of the key notes of interest regarding the similarity in how they drive:

         1. Very similar engine to the Fusion Hybrid, though just a bit more powerful.    I'm not sure if anyone knows the technical data on if they made any other changes to the engine when they brought back the Escape Hybrid and used the Fusion Hybrid engine?

        2.  Supposedly unlike many other SUVs, supposedly the Escape Hybrid with similarly equipped engine very much drives and rides like a car.    If that's your thing then great, but I suppose if you're looking for something more rugged or SUV-like, then perhaps the Escape Hybrid is not for you.   For my taste, seeing as how I like the Ford Fusion hybrid powertrain, I would welcome the similarity on the Ford Escape hybrid, since I'm considering SUVs that ride most like a car, as opposed to an SUV.

       3.   I was once told by a dealer that small increases in Horsepower in any engine are generally speaking not very detectable.    With the Ford Fusion Hybrid at 188hp, and the Ford Escape Hybrid at 200hp, would anyone notice a difference in acceleration in overall power?    It might be debate-able.

      4.  Lastly, I was wondering for anyone that has driven a Ford Escape hybrid, how it's manners compare driving on the highway.       My biggest complaint about the Ford Fusion Hybrid is that at highway speeds it is difficult to pass someone quickly, even in normal mode (vs Eco).     I was wondering if the Escape Hybrid with its slightly revised powertrain has the same issue or not?

 

I'm primarily asking this question on this forum due to the similarities between the Fusion Hybrid and Escape hybrid that I've noticed in reading reviews on the Escape Hybrid.     I'm considering taking the plunge from my Fusion Hybrid to the Escape Hybrid sometime over the next year.

 

 

 

 

 

[MeeLee]

It is a slightly weaker 2.5 liter engine with the 40HP electric motor, making roughly 200HP (Vs 180HP on the FFH).
The 20 extra HP should be more, like the FFH has about 198-205HP, so this one should have closer to 225HP (when electric motor and engine work in unison (pedal to the metal).

 

Similar to the Maverick Hybrid, but with only a 40HP electric motor, instead of the 80HP of the maverick.
I prefer a bit more electric OOMPH, especially on a body that's heavier.
The Escape hybrid is closer to the Maverick or C-Max than to the Fusion hybrid.

[MisterG]

Thanks for the interesting info.   I used to drive a CMAX a few years ago, and didn't mind it, though as you said, it did not feel as peppy as my Ford Fusion.    I'll have to take a Ford Escape Hybrid for a spin to see what I think.

 

I'm not wild about the front end of the Escape, but like the looks of the rest of the vehicle.    I wish the front end had a more masculine look, like the Fusion does.    Supposedly in other parts of the world, there's a Fusion SUV in the works, which may even replace the Edge, which is supposedly in its last year.

 

However, if I don't like the way the Escape Hybrid drives, I may have to consider other hybrids to do the job.

[mwr]

5 hours ago, MisterG said:

I used to drive a CMAX a few years ago, and didn't mind it, though as you said, it did not feel as peppy as my Ford Fusion.

I thought the CMax and Fusion Hybrid (2013 on) had the exact same powertrain.

[MeeLee]

On 3/10/2022 at 8:23 AM, mwr said:

I thought the CMax and Fusion Hybrid (2013 on) had the exact same powertrain.

Depends, the FFH energi (PHEV) has the 80HP motor, which the C-Max doesn't have.

I've heard the energi is much nicer to drive than the more sluggish FFH, and has a higher MPG too.

I just worry about the Maverick, being released with the 80HP motor, and only a 1,1kW battery, which is even less than the FFH's 1,4kW battery.
Owners of older FFH models have said the battery is only good for about 170k miles. I'm halfway there, and can already notice some cells have reduced capacity.