2012 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD vs 2012 Ford Explorer FWD
| EPA figure | 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid AWD | 2012 Ford Explorer FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body · drive | SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Hybrid | SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 29 | 23 |
| City / highway MPG | 30 / 27 | 20 / 27 |
| Fuel a year | $2,300 | $2,900 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 306 | 386 |
| Engine | 2.5 L 4-cyl | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Automatic 6-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.