RAV4 Hybrid VS Escape Hybrid // Review and fuel economy test

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The Toyota RAV4 hybrid has become a best seller, helping propel the RAV4 to the top spot in compact utility sales. Ford has come back to the market with a new Escape Hybrid after being out of the market for 8 years. Even though the RAV4 hybrid outsells the Escape Hybrid, Ford was first with a hybrid utility.Both the RAV4 hybrid and Escape Hybrid come with a 2.5L 4-cylinder matched to an 88kW electric motor but the RAV4 has the advantage in terms of power with 219hp VS the Escape at 200hp. Horsepower isn't the only thing, both of these new Hybrid SUVs are very efficient but the Escape has better fuel economy ratings at 5.4L/100km in the City and 6.2L on the HWY. The RAV4 Hybrid is rated at 5.7L/100km in the City and 6.3L on the HWY. The RAV4 looks much bigger than the Escape but in reality they are close in size except for the cargo area, the RAV4 is the clear winner. Legroom and comfort on both rows of sets is similar. The Escape has some features not found in the RAV4 Hybrid, like a panoramic sunroof, head-up display and digital interment cluster. Both of these have a similar level of comfort but the Escape has a slightly higher seating position for good outward visibility. The two models tested are the RAV4 XSE Hybrid at roughly $38,000 CDN and the Escape Titanium Hybrid with an additional package that brings the price up to roughly $37,000.
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The RAV4 Hybrid
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