
Given the Escape Hybrid's advanced age, it's fair to say there are more up-to-date crossovers, but few that match its utility-to-economy equation.
The Kia Sportage and Hyundai Tucson earn gas-mileage ratings close to that of the Escape Hybrid's highway numbers, but they're significantly smaller inside.
The CR-V's new this year, and it promises to be far more evolution than revolution, which means an Escape-sized-or-more interior with meager acceleration and slightly improved fuel economy.
For a left-turn approach, a Mazda5 MPV makes a suitable replacement for the crossover Escape, and posts great gas mileage and a nimble feel, while also offering two additional seats.
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If you're keen on green in crossover form, the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid earns good gas-mileage ratings, but its styling and handling are showing their age. |
The 2012 Honda CR-V is a great family vehicle, with a thoughtfully designed and comfortable interior, and improved refinement, but it lacks the confident, sprightly feel present in past CR-Vs. |
One of the most improved crossovers, the 2012 Hyundai Tucson has size and value in its corner. |
The Kia Sportage cuts a rakish new figure and spins out 260 turbocharged horsepower for a total image reboot--watch the options, though. |
The nimble and fuel-efficient 2012 Mazda5 appeals to parents who don’t mind being seen in a minivan but don’t want to feel like they’re driving one. |
MSRP From | ||||
$21,440 | $22,495 | $19,145 | $18,500 | $19,625 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
20 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
EPA Class | ||||
2WD Sport Utility Vehicles | 2WD Sport Utility | 2WD Sport Utility | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Minivan |
Style Name | ||||
FWD 4-Door XLS | 2WD 5-Door LX | FWD 4-Door Manual GL | 2WD 4-Door Base | 4-Door Wagon Manual Sport |
Drivetrain | ||||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door Sport Utility | 4 Door | 5 Door Wagon |
Transmission | ||||
Manual | Automatic | Manual | Manual | Manual |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2012 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Honda CR-V | 2012 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Kia Sportage | 2012 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Mazda MAZDA5 |