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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl CVT) comparison

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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl CVT)
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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl CVT)

2006 Lexus RX 400h
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2006 Lexus RX 400h

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Price $29,070.00 Check Prices $25,655.00 Check Prices $35,160.00
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The Bottom Line Ford's 2005 Escape Hybrid, the first hybrid SUV, drives off with a winning combo of power and good fuel economy, but be prepared to pay a premium. The 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid still feels unfinished. Despite a commendably advanced power train, the rest of the vehicle disappoints, and the overall ownership experience won't be salvaged by a few extra miles per gallon. With this hybrid's price falling, it becomes a solid proposition in an all-around city driver. Sized well and easy to drive, the Escape Hybrid is a useful, advanced vehicle let down a bit by its amenities. Prospective buyers might want to wait for the next model year, which should see an overall upgrade. As the first luxury SUV hybrid, the Lexus RX 400h makes a good first impression with its power, its fuel efficiency, and its technology.
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Features
Drivetrain available all-wheel drive
front-drive
front-drive
all-wheel drive
Rear-drive
Available Engine Hybrid with CVT
Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid with CVT
Gas
Gas
Body style SUV
SUV
SUV
SUV
Truck
Trim levels HEV
Base
Base
Base
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