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Ford Escape Hybrid vs. Toyota Highlander Hybrid

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Escape Hybrid and Toyota Highlander Hybrid contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Escape Hybrid and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

When comparing the Ford Escape Hybrid's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Escape Hybrid's and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is a better car than the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Pricing: A used 2024 Ford Escape Hybrid ranges from $30,628 to $42,221 while a used 2024 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is priced between $44,026 to $58,974. For a new model, the Ford Escape Hybrid's price is between $34,081 and $43,581, with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid priced between $45,169 and $57,303.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Escape Hybrid loses 49.6 percent of its value and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid loses 38.3 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander Hybrid retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Escape Hybrid is 8.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the Ford Escape Hybrid being ranked 4 out of 27 Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 27. Out of 32 Best Hybrid SUVs, the Ford Escape Hybrid is ranked 7 and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid is ranked 1.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Escape Hybrid is 8.2 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the reliability rating is 9.5 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid an advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Escape Hybrid.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Escape Hybrid’s base engine makes 192 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid base engine makes 243 horsepower.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Ford Escape Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear leg room and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Escape Hybrid and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$34,081 - $43,581

Starting MSRP:

$33,490

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$35,591

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$28,220 - $43,690

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

$45,169 - $57,303

Starting MSRP:

$40,970

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$45,359

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$35,070 - $60,490

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$36,239

Price Range:

$30,628 - $42,221

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$39,761

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

$33,760 - $51,180

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,751

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

190

# Good or Great Deals:

0

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$51,564

Price Range:

$44,026 - $58,974

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$51,596

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

$41,599 - $62,866

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

668

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

600

# Good or Great Deals:

3

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$17,009

Depreciation %:

50.8%

Resale Value $:

$16,481

Residual Value %:

49.2%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

33%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

30.5% - 50.8%

5-year Depreciation

Depreciation $:

$15,920

Depreciation %:

38.9%

Resale Value $:

$25,050

Residual Value %:

61.1%

Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

38.9%

Category Depreciation Range:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

31.8% - 51.7%

Ford Escape Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.4 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.2 / 10

Reliability:

9.5 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Escape Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

10

Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

11.2

Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

10 - 12.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

4.7%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Avg Life Expectancy (years):

12.8

Typical Category Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

86.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact SUVs)

2 - 8.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Midsize SUVs)

2 - 11.7

Ford Escape Hybrid Rankings

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Small SUVs

1 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

1 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid Crossover SUVs Under $40k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $30k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $35k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $40k

1 / 5

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs Under $60k

1 / 5

Best Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 4

Most Reliable Hybrid Small SUVs Under $35k

1 / 4

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

1 / 2

Safest Hybrid SUVs

3 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

3 / 32

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

3 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

4 / 27

Most Affordable Hybrid Small SUVs

4 / 11

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

5 / 30

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 26

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Tall People

5 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

7 / 27

Best Hybrid Small SUVs for Towing

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

9 / 32

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

11 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

11 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Small SUVs

11 / 12

Hybrid Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 12

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

14 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

16 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

17 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

17 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

21 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

21 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

21 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

23 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

23 / 27

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

24 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

25 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

26 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

28 / 32

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Rankings

Best Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Safest Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Family Hybrid SUVs

1 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Family Hybrid Crossover SUVs

1 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Family Hybrid Midsize SUVs

1 / 12

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

1 / 9

Best Family Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid SUVs

2 / 32

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

2 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for the Money

2 / 2

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 27

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Tall People

3 / 27

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

3 / 12

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

3 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 32

Best Hybrid Crossover SUVs for Towing

4 / 27

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Towing

4 / 12

Best Hybrid Midsize SUVs for Tall People

4 / 12

Most Affordable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

4 / 11

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

4 / 9

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

4 / 9

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 9

Best Hybrid SUVs for Tall People

5 / 32

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 27

Most Comfortable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

5 / 27

Best Hybrid SUVs for Towing

6 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 32

Most Comfortable Hybrid SUVs

7 / 32

Best Off-road Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Most Comfortable Hybrid Midsize SUVs

7 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

7 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Legroom

8 / 12

Hybrid SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

8 / 9

Hybrid Midsize SUVs with the Most Horsepower

9 / 12

Best Off-road Hybrid Crossover SUVs

11 / 27

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

12 / 27

Best Off-road Hybrid SUVs

15 / 32

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Horsepower

17 / 32

Most Affordable Hybrid SUVs

17 / 30

Hybrid Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

17 / 27

Most Affordable Hybrid Crossover SUVs

17 / 26

Hybrid SUVs with the Most Legroom

19 / 32

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid SUVs

21 / 32

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Ford Escape Hybrid Trim Levels

Platinum, ST-Line, ST-Line Elite, ST-Line Select

Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels

LE, LE Nightshade, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XLE Nightshade

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

2 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

Not yet available

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

192 hp @ 6250 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.054 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

243 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


42 / 36 / 39

Range (city/hwy):

601 / 515 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


Not yet available

Range (city/hwy):

Not yet available

Recommended Fuel Type:

Not yet available

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Satellite radio:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

Available

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

42.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56 inches

Cargo Space:

34.4 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

60.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

133.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

42 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.7 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

58.7 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

84.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

157.8 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3550 lbs

Width:

85.6 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.7 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.9 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4330 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

68.1 inches

Length:

194.9 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/65R18

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Vapor Blue

Gray

Carbonized Gray

Red

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Silver

Iconic Silver

White

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

Green

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Blueprint / Moon Dust

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Ruby Flare Pearl

Silver

Celestial Silver Metallic

White

Wind Chill Pearl

Green

Cypress

Interior Colors

Black

Ebony w/Red Stitching

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Black

Black

Gray

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