With its unique combination of power and efficiency, the 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid is attracting a new kind of driver, one that can have it both ways. In addition to supplying plenty of speed and up to 41 mpg combined, the Escape Hybrid welcomes you with roomy, comfortable seating, smartphone-friendly tech features, and lots of luxury options. Basically, this small hybrid crossover SUV delivers everything you want in an efficient daily driver and then some.
Power & Performance
Modern drivers have long associated the word “hybrid” with efficiency, but today’s hybrids are also known for their powerful performance. The Escape Hybrid’s powertrain gives you a total of 200 horsepower, so you’ll have no trouble getting a head start in traffic. Its sporty capabilities — including secure handling and sharp steering — set it apart from other small crossovers. For a little extra stability on soft surfaces, like slushy roads or sandy trails, you can add all-wheel drive to your Escape Hybrid.
Standard:
- Hybrid 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I-4 engine
- 88kW electric motor
- Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT)
- Liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery
- Front-wheel drive
- Post-collision braking
- Electronic parking brake
- Curve Control
- Electric power-assisted steering
- Four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock brake system
- Rotary gear shift dial
- Selectable Drive Modes
Optional:
- All-wheel drive with AWD Disconnect
- Engine block heater
Fuel Economy
Just how efficient is the Ford Escape Hybrid? EPA ratings vary slightly, depending on whether you select the all-wheel drive system, which adds extra weight. But you can equip Ford’s small hybrid crossover to earn up to 41 mpg combined, a very impressive figure for such a sporty vehicle.
- Front-wheel drive: 41 mpg combined (44 city/37 highway)
- All-wheel drive: 40 mpg combined (43 city/37 highway)
Towing Capabilities
Properly equipped, Escape Hybrid models can tow up to 1,500 pounds. Use its towing capabilities to tote a Jet Ski or four-wheeler to all your favorite adventure spots.
Exterior
Outside, the Ford Escape Hybrid features sleek, windblown lines and flashy chrome trim. It’s practical, too, with a wide, tall windshield and ample visibility all around. Smart options — like the hands-free, foot-activated liftgate, roof rails, and roof rack crossbars — can only make your daily drive better. The Escape Hybrid offers a wide range of aesthetic options, from rich paint colors to dark painted wheels.
Standard:
- 17-inch Shadow Silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Autolamp with headlamp courtesy delay
- Dual chrome exhaust tips
- Black molded-in-color lower bodyside cladding
- Body color door handles
- Black belt line molding
- Chrome upper window molding with Black belt line molding
- Chrome upper window molding
- Configurable daytime running lamps
- LED signature lighting
- Black Mesh Chrome surround upper grille
- Gloss body color side view mirror caps
- Molded-in-color Silver front and rear skid plates
- Body-color rear spoiler
- Second-row side and liftgate privacy glass
- Rear fixed intermittent/continuous wiper and washer
- Front variable intermittent/continuous wipers and washer
- Manual liftgate
Optional:
- 18-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with Dark Stainless-painted pockets
- 19-inch machined-face Ebony-painted aluminum wheels
- 19-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with Dark Tarnish-painted pockets
- 19-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels
- Mini spare wheel
- Black upper window molding with Black belt line molding
- Chrome belt line molding
- LED fog lamps
- Halogen fog lamps
- Upper chrome five-bar grille with chrome surround
- Heated glass sideview mirrors
- Black side view mirror caps
- Black roof rack side rails
- Roof rack cross bars
- Power liftgate
- Hands-free, foot-activated liftgate
Exterior Colors:
- Bronze Fire
- Velocity Blue
- Agate Black
- Iconic Silver
- Desert Gold
- Antimatter Blue
- Carbonized Gray
- Rapid Red
- Star White
- Oxford White
Interior
Spending a long commute inside your Ford Escape Hybrid will be no problem whatsoever. In fact, this hybrid’s cushy seats and generous passenger space are exactly where you want to be in stop-and-go traffic. Modern features, like dual-zone automatic climate control and one-touch power windows, make you feel right at home. For a more luxurious trip, the Escape Hybrid rolls out a long list of options, like a heated steering wheel and leather-trimmed seats.
Standard:
- Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
- Cloth front bucket seats
- Four-way manual passenger seat
- Second-row sliding seats with 60/40 split-fold down
- Manual tilt-and-telescoping steering column
- Center console with Convenient Media Bin
- First- and second-row carpeted floor mats
- Center floor console with armrest
- Glove box
- Overhead console with sunglasses storage
- Passenger seat-back map pocket
- Six total cupholders
- Driver’s side footrest
- Two second-row coat hooks
- One front passenger and two second-row grab handles
- Easy Access Cargo Shade
- Ice Blue Instrument Panel Cluster Lighting
- Second-row dome light
- Front map lights
- Manual day/night rearview mirror
- Power windows with driver’s front one-touch down
Optional:
- Panoramic Vista Roof
- Six-way power front passenger seat
- ActiveX faux leather seating material
- Leather-trimmed front bucket seats
- Heated front row seats
- Premium-wrapped steering wheel
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Ambient interior lighting
- Eight total cupholders
- Power windows with one-touch up/down front and rear
- Driver’s seat and driver/front passenger side view mirrors with memory settings
- Cargo mat
- Cargo tie-down hooks
Technology
Every Escape Hybrid is loaded with modern technology. Every trim model includes Ford’s Sync 3 system, which in turn gives you an 8-inch color touch screen and all-encompassing smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Two USB ports will keep your must-have devices fully charged.
You can always upgrade your listening experience with a premium, 10-speaker B&O sound system. A heads-up display, which projects driving stats onto the windshield, is also available to give your driving experience more of a race-car vibe.
Standard:
- Sync 3
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- SiriusXM
- FordPass Connect
- Six-speaker stereo system
- 6.5-inch color LCD instrument cluster
- Message center and trip computer
- Compass
- Driver and front passenger illuminated visor vanity mirrors
- Outside temperature display
- Two USB ports (one in Media Bin, one in back of center console)
Optional:
- Wireless charging pad
- 10-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with subwoofer
- 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster
- Heads-Up Display
Safety & Security
Like most new crossovers, the Escape Hybrid is practically overflowing with high-tech safety aids. Systems like lane-keeping assist and automatic emergency braking not only alert you to danger, but can actually step in and help you avoid a potential dust-up. Performance safety systems, such as the Torque Vectoring Control and AdvanceTrac electronic traction control systems, make driving extra secure.
Then there’s the optional features, some of which add both extra security and a dash of modern convenience, like the Remote Start System and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering technology.
Standard:
- Remote Keyless-Entry System; Key with Integrated Key FOB
- MyKey
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
- SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Rearview Camera
- Halogen Projector
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane-Keeping System
- BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert
- AdvanceTrac electronic traction control with Roll Stability Control
- Torque Vectoring Control
- Personal Safety System with dual-stage driver and front-passenger airbags
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags
- Safety Canopy System
- Lower Anchor and Tether Anchors for Children (LATCH)
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System
- Head restraints
- Front row height-adjustable retractable safety belts with three-point for all five seating positions
- Tire inflator and sealant kit
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Front and second-row Belt-Minder warning indicator
Optional:
- SecuriCode Keyless-Entry Keypad
- Remote Start System
- Perimeter alarm
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering
- Reverse Sensing System
- Active Park Assist 2.0
- Universal garage door opener
Trim Models
There are three versions of the Escape Hybrid: the entry-level SE, mid-range SEL, and upscale Titanium. Remember, the Escape’s hybrid powertrain comes standard on the Titanium trim model, but it’s optional for the SE and SEL models. If you’re browsing Escape models at the dealership, then, it’s important to differentiate between hybrid and non-hybrid SE and SEL models.
SE Hybrid
The SE is handsomely equipped, especially in terms of infotainment supplies and safety aids. The Sync 3 infotainment system is easy to use, and it gives you quick and easy access to your Apple or Android devices. Safety systems, including forward collision mitigation, offer extra protection from unexpected on-road drama.
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- Sync 3
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- SiriusXM
- Rearview camera
- Two rear USB ports
- Keyless ignition and entry
- Blind-spot monitor
- Lane departure mitigation
- Forward collision mitigation
SEL Hybrid
Upgrade to the SEL Hybrid for extra comfort, with heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control. This Escape Hybrid is extra practical, too, with roof rails, LED headlights, and foglights.
- 18-inch wheels
- Convenience Package contents
- Cold Weather Package contents
- LED headlights
- Fog Lights
- Roof rails
- Faux leather upholstery
- Rear parking sensors
Titanium
For the ultimate Escape Hybrid experience, choose the top-tier Titanium. This Escape is fully loaded with modern conveniences, from its driver-seat memory settings to its hands-free, foot-activated liftgate. The Titanium also adds a host of high-tech safety aids, including the coveted Adaptive Cruise Control system with Stop-and-Go technology.
- 19-inch wheels
- Technology Package contents
- Co-Pilot 360 Assist+ Package contents
- LED fog lights
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Ambient interior lighting
- Power-adjustable front passenger seat
- Automated parking system
- Front parking sensors
- 10-speaker B&O premium sound system
Available Packages
Ford Co-Pilot 360 Assist+
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Evasive Steering
- Lane Centering
- Speed Sign Recognition
- Voice-activated touch-screen navigation
- SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link
SE Sport Appearance Package
- 19-inch machined-face, Ebony-painted aluminum wheels
- Black upper window molding
- Black belt line molding
- Black front and rear skid plates
- Gloss Black upper grille with five-bar chrome surround
- High-Gloss Black side view mirror caps
Convenience Package (Optional for SE, standard on SEL and Titanium)
- 10-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar and power recline
- Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
- Halogen projector headlamps
- LED configurable daytime running lamps
- Power liftgate
- Premium wrapped steering wheel
- Rear center armrests
- SecuriCode keyless entry pad
Cold Weather Package
- Climate control
- Heated front seats
- Heated sideview mirrors
- Remote Start System
- Heated and Premium wrapped steering wheel
Class II Trailer Tow Package
- Max towing capacity of 3,500 lbs
- Trailer sway control
Technology Package
- Wireless charging pad
- 10-speaker B&O premium sound system
- Driver-seat memory settings
- Digital instrument panel
- Hands-free liftgate
Titanium Elite Package
- 19-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels
- Chrome grille with horizontal bars and chrome surround
What Comes Next for the Escape Hybrid?
Since the Escape was redesigned in recent years, we don’t expect any major updates for 2022. Stay tuned, because we’ll add more details as they become available!
Ford Warranty
Your purchase of a Ford Escape Hybrid comes with the automaker’s warranty coverage. Powertrain and hybrid component coverage is especially generous, and it can help you stay on the road, hassle-free, for quite a long time.