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Article: Nuts & Bolts; 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid

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June 20, 2004
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Downside: There is a discernible but transient "thump" when the gasoline engine and electric motor join forces to propel the Escape Hybrid from "stop" to "go." The air conditioner needs to be switched to "maximum" to keep it and the engine going in city traffic.

Ride, acceleration and handling: Very good ride. Excellent acceleration. Good handling.

Head-turning quotient: Both the Escape Hybrid and the conventional gasoline-powered Escape have fresh styling for 2005. A pleasant, less- threatening SUV appearance.

Body style/layout: It's a compact, dual-drivetrain SUV with four side doors and a rear hatch. It is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Front-wheel drive, used in the ...

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