Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in vs Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid
Overview | |
Years produced2020-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$33,075 | MSRP |
Listings4117 | Listings1802 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews5.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAnnounced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | |
Reviews SummaryThe more powerful RAV4 PHEV is even stronger for 2026, and Toyota has introduced a new GR Sport trim to showcase its sportier side. The expanded lineup has four distinct trims, and the electric range has increased by at least 20% over the 2025 RAV4, so Toyota has furthered its lead over plug-in hybrid newcomers such as the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage—and even the Lexus NX 450h+. Verdict: This is the best version of the RAV4, though we can’t recommend the slightly sportier GR Sport until we know exactly how much it will cost. With improved tech and a greater focus on electrification, as well as available DC charging (despite the charge ports changing sides between trims), the RAV4 PHEV leans forward. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name |
DrivetrainFWD | Drivetrain |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity14.4 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City43 | MPG City |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.4 cu ft | Cargo Space |
Curb Weight3909 lbs | Curb Weight |
Height66.1 in | Height |
Length180.5 in | Length |
Width85.6 in | Width |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2020-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $33,075 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.7 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Announced ahead of the 2020 model year, the Ford Escape PHEV already looks like a half-measure in 2021. An electric motor and battery pack provide reasonable driving range in ideal conditions, helping it achieve a commendable combined fuel economy rating from the EPA. But in a rapidly electrifying marketplace, and with many of the most exciting EVs coming from the Blue Oval itself, the Escape PHEV is hard to recommend as a long-term option. | The more powerful RAV4 PHEV is even stronger for 2026, and Toyota has introduced a new GR Sport trim to showcase its sportier side. The expanded lineup has four distinct trims, and the electric range has increased by at least 20% over the 2025 RAV4, so Toyota has furthered its lead over plug-in hybrid newcomers such as the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage—and even the Lexus NX 450h+. Verdict: This is the best version of the RAV4, though we can’t recommend the slightly sportier GR Sport until we know exactly how much it will cost. With improved tech and a greater focus on electrification, as well as available DC charging (despite the charge ports changing sides between trims), the RAV4 PHEV leans forward. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | |
MPG Highway | 38 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 221 hp I4 Hybrid | |
Drivetrain | FWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 14.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 43 | |
MPG Highway | 38 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.4 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 3909 lbs | |
Height | 66.1 in | |
Length | 180.5 in | |
Width | 85.6 in | |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | |
Number of doors | 4 | |
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