2024 Escape Hybrid vs 2024 Highlander Hybrid at Chapman Ford
The 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid and 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid both offer fuel-efficient solutions for eco-conscious drivers. With their impressive hybrid technology, spacious interiors, and advanced features, both vehicles bring strong value to the table. Let’s take a look at both of these vehicles to find out which one truly comes out on top.
Performance Edge
The 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid excels in performance with a 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle engine paired with an electric motor to deliver a combined output of 200 horsepower. This efficient setup provides responsive acceleration while maintaining an impressive EPA-estimated 41 MPG city and 37 MPG highway. In comparison, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid’s 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid powertrain produces a combined 243 horsepower, but it sacrifices fuel economy with an EPA-estimated 36 MPG city and 35 MPG highway. While both vehicles offer smooth drives, the Escape Hybrid strikes a better balance between fuel efficiency and power, making it an ideal choice for drivers who value both performance and economy.
Safety Features
When it comes to safety, the 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid offers a robust suite of standard and available features that include Ford Co-Pilot360™, which encompasses a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and automatic emergency braking. The Escape Hybrid also earned top marks in crash tests from the NHTSA and IIHS. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes with Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+, featuring adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and automatic high beams, but its safety tech is more restricted in base trims. The Escape Hybrid takes the advantage by offering a more comprehensive set of safety features at a more accessible price point, giving drivers greater confidence on the road.
Advanced Tech
Ford’s focus on technology integration shines through with the 2024 Escape Hybrid, which comes standard with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, SYNC® 4, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. The system is intuitive and offers over-the-air updates to keep your tech up to date. In contrast, the 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, but its infotainment system is often criticized for being less user-friendly and responsive than Ford’s offering. Additionally, the Escape Hybrid offers more tech-friendly features in lower trims, making it a better value for tech-savvy drivers seeking a seamless experience.
Overall, the 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid outshines the Toyota Highlander Hybrid in performance, safety, and technology, making it the more well-rounded choice for those looking to get the most out of their hybrid SUV. Want to try out the 2024 Escape Hybrid for yourself? You can contact us today and one of our staff can help you get behind the wheel, or you can check out our available inventory online to see what we currently have in stock.
