Ford is introducing the 2022 Ford Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid. Finally, a compact SUV with the style, versatility, and space paired with an ultra-efficient plug-in hybrid powertrain. Plus, the Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid comes with Ford's most advanced technology designed to keep you connected and safe, no matter where your Sioux Falls commute takes you. This article breaks down this capable SUV to help you make an informed buying decision.
Exterior Style
A black mesh grille with a chrome surround dominates the aggressive front fascia. Halogen projector-beam headlights and configurable daytime running lights illuminate the way. The Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid has bulging curves and sweeping lines flowing along the sides. The 18-inch machined-face wheels in ebony aluminum with painted pockets accentuate its wide stance and athletic posture.
Escape's roofline gently curves to meet the body-color rear spoiler. Ford installed front and rear skid plates made of molded-in-color silver to highlight its adventurous capability. An available one-touch power liftgate, dual chrome exhaust tips, and signature taillights finish the bold rear design.
Interior Comfort and Convenience
Slipping inside the cabin, you find yourself cradled in ergonomic comfort for up to five people. Trim-exclusive premium cloth upholstery wraps the six-way adjustable driver's seat and four-way adjustable front passenger seat. You can upgrade to an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat and add heating to the front row. The 60/40 split-folding and sliding second-row offers multiple cargo and passenger room configurations. The rear cargo hold measures 37.5 cubic feet. You can fold down the second row and get 60.8 cubic feet of space.
Ford placed your controls within easy reach for intuitive operation, including steering-wheel-mounted audio, cruise control, and infotainment buttons. An optional premium-wrapped heated steering wheel elevates your comfort while the standard dual-zone climate control system personalizes temperature control.
Infotainment Systems
Ford provides you with a capacitive touch screen powered by their Sync 3 system to operate all your infotainment. With Sync 3, you can order food, make phone calls, send texts, adjust your home thermostat, access your favorite apps, and use voice-activated technology. In addition, Ford includes the FordPass Connect system that turns your Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid into a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot. Now, you can connect up to 10 devices simultaneously with a range of up to 50 feet.
You also get a free three-month All-Access trial subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio, delivering thousands of channels featuring music, comedy, news, sports, and more. In addition, you'll enjoy a free five-year trial subscription to SiriusXM Traffic Plus and Travel Link.
The Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid comes with six power outlets. You have two type A/C USB ports, one media USB port in the front cabin, and another USB port on the back of the center console for rear passengers to use. You also get two 12-volt power outlets, one in the center console and another in the rear cargo hold.
Performance
In the Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid, you get Ford's 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder Atkinson-Cycle engine with i-VCT and multi-port fuel injection technology. Ford paired this engine with their electronic continuously variable transmission. The gas-only powertrain produces 165 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. When you add in the electric motor's output, you get 221 total system horsepower.
Your Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid comes with a Level 1/Level 2 AC charging port. Using a 110-volt Level 1 charger, you can recharge the battery in 10-11 hours. With the Level 2 charger, you can recharge in as little as 3.5 hours. Plus, the battery stows outside the cabin, leaving more room for passengers.
The Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid has a capable front-wheel-drive system and Curve Control technology. This advanced tech senses when you've entered a corner too fast and automatically adjusts the throttle and ABS to maintain traction.
Driver-Assist Technology
Your Ford Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid uses some of the most advanced safety technology available to help keep you safe. For instance, Ford's Forward Collision Warning system uses sensors to scan the way ahead for obstacles. If these sensors detect an object, whether it's a car, pedestrian, or something else, you receive visual and audio alerts so you can take corrective action. If you fail to respond to the alerts, the Pre-Collision Assist and Automatic Emergency Braking system reacts for you. This system automatically brakes your vehicle to help mitigate or avoid an accident.
Ford's Lane-Keeping System includes three active safety systems, including the Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert, and Driver Alert. Lane-Keeping Alert tracks your vehicle within marked lanes and alerts you when it detects an unintentional drift. If you don't take corrective action, the Lane-Keeping Assist system provides gentle steering correction to return you to your lane. The Driver Alert system detects drowsy or distracted driving and alerts you to pay attention.
The Blind Spot Information System and Cross-Traffic Alert system give you eyes where you usually can't see. This system uses sensors to monitor your blind spots, alerting you when a vehicle enters them. Now, you can change lanes with confidence. The cross-traffic alert system scans to either side from the rear of your car, enabling you to avoid crossing traffic and safely back out of parking spaces.
You also get Ford's SOS Post-Crash Alert System. When this system detects a collision, it automatically contacts emergency support, putting you in voice contact with help. In addition, the Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid features an automatic post-crash braking system. When an accident happens, the system automatically applies the brakes to keep you from rolling helplessly into another moving vehicle. You can also opt for the Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist+, an additional package that includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Evasive Steering, and Speed Sign Recognition.
At Sioux Falls Ford, we know what drivers want in a plug-in hybrid SUV. That's why we stock an expansive inventory of hybrid vehicles, including the Escape SE. If you're ready to elevate your South Dakota commute with a comfortable, capable, and technologically advanced SUV, we invite you to browse our inventory online.
For a more personalized demonstration, you can stop by our West 26th Street dealership or contact us online at any time. One of our friendly, knowledgeable staff will show you the Escape SE Plug-In Hybrid and even let you take it for a test drive.