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Originally Posted by Xringer
I wanted to get the Escape Hybrid, but it didn't make sense for me..
I only drive a couple thousand miles a year.
So, I was sensible and got the gas version..
Almost all my driving is in traffic, so the MPG isn't that great.. 24mpg on good days.
But, I only buy gas about once a month..  |
Ok. Except here (Europe) you could buy a Mondeo Diesel and get 40+ MPG (US). Or if you need to sit high
and don't need 4wd how about a Kuga TDCI
Its just as silly as driving an Escape full time on tarmac but it does come with FWD only (so lighter and less transmission drag) and a TDCi engine - made by Ford, and not sold in the US.
If I was American I would ask Ford why there isn't an Escape TDCi as well. The engine meets the same emissions tests as the VW ones sold in the US and is arguably better in some respects. Ford uses / makes some really decent Diesel units here - Mrs A is looking at a Mondeo Estate which is rated for 50mpg+ (Imperial) and does 130mph+.
Ford sells no Hybrids in Europe and has no plans to.