2011
Ford Escape Hybrid

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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr Hybrid
    Starts at
    $30,570
    34 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Hybrid
    Starts at
    $32,320
    30 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Hybrid Limited
    Starts at
    $33,080
    34 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Hybrid Limited
    Starts at
    $34,830
    30 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Self-parking option
Can run on electric power alone
Standard stability system
Optional customizable ambient lighting
Optional navigation system with hybrid-drive readouts

The good & the bad

The good

Gas mileage
Easy drivability
Hybrid drivetrain performance
Brake-pedal feel (for a hybrid)

The bad

Uncompetitive interior quality
Backseat has outdated folding design
Wind noise at higher speeds
Modest towing capability
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Expert 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid review

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Vehicle Overview

The Ford Escape Hybrid is one of a few Ford vehicles to offer the option of a self-parking system. The vehicle comes in a base and Limited trim, which incorporates added entertainment and comfort options. Competitors include the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

New for 2011
There are no significant changes for 2011.

Exterior
The Escape Hybrid has a plunging chrome grille that would be equally at home on a Volkswagen Jetta or Passat. A raised hood and high belt line may make the SUV look tougher, but they probably don’t do much for visibility. Exterior features include:

  • Standard 16-inch aluminum wheels
  • Available moonroof
  • Capless refueling nozzle instead of fuel cap

Interior
The Escape Hybrid seats five people in two rows of seats. It has a swing-up hatch, and the rear seats fold in a 60/40 split to increase cargo capacity. A leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard. Interior features include:

  • Standard front dual-zone air conditioning
  • Standard auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Optional leather seats
  • Optional rearview camera
  • Optional navigation system with traffic information

Under the Hood
The self-parking system handles all the steering required for parallel parking. The driver must still shift the transmission into gear as well as operate the gas and brake pedals. The driver can override the system and steer the car, if needed. The Escape Hybrid’s 153-horsepower gasoline engine uses the Atkinson-cycle combustion process for greater fuel efficiency.

  • Standard 153-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 136 pounds-feet of torque
  • Standard 94-hp, 330-volt permanent magnet motor
  • Standard continuously variable automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Capable of moving on electric power alone at low speeds

Safety
The Escape Hybrid incorporates Roll Stability Control. It is the only system with a sensor that detects the beginning of a rollover and can act to stop it. Other safety equipment includes:

  • Standard side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Standard side curtain airbags
  • Standard electronic stability system
  • Standard all-disc antilock brakes
  • Standard integrated blind spot mirrors

2011 Ford Escape Hybrid review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Ford Escape Hybrid is one of a few Ford vehicles to offer the option of a self-parking system. The vehicle comes in a base and Limited trim, which incorporates added entertainment and comfort options. Competitors include the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

New for 2011
There are no significant changes for 2011.

Exterior
The Escape Hybrid has a plunging chrome grille that would be equally at home on a Volkswagen Jetta or Passat. A raised hood and high belt line may make the SUV look tougher, but they probably don’t do much for visibility. Exterior features include:

  • Standard 16-inch aluminum wheels
  • Available moonroof
  • Capless refueling nozzle instead of fuel cap

Interior
The Escape Hybrid seats five people in two rows of seats. It has a swing-up hatch, and the rear seats fold in a 60/40 split to increase cargo capacity. A leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard. Interior features include:

  • Standard front dual-zone air conditioning
  • Standard auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Optional leather seats
  • Optional rearview camera
  • Optional navigation system with traffic information

Under the Hood
The self-parking system handles all the steering required for parallel parking. The driver must still shift the transmission into gear as well as operate the gas and brake pedals. The driver can override the system and steer the car, if needed. The Escape Hybrid’s 153-horsepower gasoline engine uses the Atkinson-cycle combustion process for greater fuel efficiency.

  • Standard 153-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 136 pounds-feet of torque
  • Standard 94-hp, 330-volt permanent magnet motor
  • Standard continuously variable automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Capable of moving on electric power alone at low speeds

Safety
The Escape Hybrid incorporates Roll Stability Control. It is the only system with a sensor that detects the beginning of a rollover and can act to stop it. Other safety equipment includes:

  • Standard side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Standard side curtain airbags
  • Standard electronic stability system
  • Standard all-disc antilock brakes
  • Standard integrated blind spot mirrors

Safety review

Based on the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
3/5
Combined side rating front seat
3/5
Combined side rating rear seat
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
2/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
3/5
Overall side crash rating
3/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
3/5
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

91% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.3
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By 🔮 Crystal , working mom from Climax, Michigan
    Owns this car
    November 2, 2022

    Disappointed ☹️

    The door locks went out. I have problems with the electrical system, and the air conditioning. It rusted out quickly. It is comfortable and has a nice ride.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Uber Dan, a very big fan from Charlottesville, VA
    Owns this car
    November 19, 2019

    This car is AMAZING !

    Purchased 2012 with 59,700 miles in 2016. Now has 209,000 and still runs very well. Used nearly every day doing Uber and Lyft in Central Virginia. Did brakes ONCE around 75.000 miles, may need to do again after driving 134,000 miles (yes that's right). Did have 2 costly dealer repairs about a year ago as Hybrids are tricky to diagnose and fix. 31 to 33 MPG for all this time folks. Tied with 67 VW Beetle as favorite car of all time. Wish they still made this one. I may very well buy another 2012 soon, as my wife loves this car also.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By FordEscapeHybridLover from New York, New York
    Owns this car
    November 15, 2019

    Most Reliable Car Ever

    This car never broke down and is so beneficial in gasoline miles and hybrid battery. Never had any problems hybrid for about 200k miles on my car!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Doc Hybrid from Waterford
    Used to own this car
    April 11, 2018

    OWN a Ford Hybrid I've had 4

    Ford Escape hybrid is reliable and a cost-efficient overall to own vehicle. My son has one and I've had three. I drive one now with great success buy one find one get one. The Ford boxy Escape Hybrid is the one to own don't miss them they go very fast my name is Paul and I would recommend one to everyone I know don't miss out
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Anthony Escape Hybrid from Chicago, IL
    Owns this car
    March 5, 2018

    Serves my every need reliably

    This is my 2nd Escape Hybrid (previous one was a previous-generation 2006) that I have well over 100K miles. It is comfortable to drive, serves my every SUV versatile need, and gives me great CITY mileage for a 4x4 SUV. Although it lacks some of the tech bells & whistles that have come to grace cars in the years since this was built, I still love driving it. It was sad to see that they stopped making it after 2012, and am not going to know what to try next when the day comes for me to get my next vehicle. Ford's excuse was that the "new" Escape with EcoBoost gets nearly as good mileage as the hybrid did, but they're talking highway, and almost all my driving is city. I hope that a future generation will bring back the hybrid, hopefully with an Energi (plug-in) version also.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By ZJH from Madison, WI
    Owns this car
    February 23, 2017

    Extremely Happy

    I have owned three Ford Escape Hybrids - a 2006, 2010 and now a 2011. I absolutely adore these vehicles - the gasoline/hybrid option provide for amazing MPG (especially w/city driving) and the vehicle is comparable with everything currently on the market. I am extremely sad that they no longer make the Escape in a hybrid version, and will ultimately likely have to switch over to Nissan hybrids after this one, but until then, I ADORE my Ford Escape Hybrid.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Overly critical about my cars from Metro Detroit, Michigan
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2011

    Escape Hybrid

    When I started looking at new vehicles to replace my piece of junk PT Cruiser I reviewed and test drove 2 GMs, 2 Jeeps, and 2 Fords of all the cars the Escape felt solid, drove equally solid and had very little road noise come into the cabin. Although the 2 GMs were just as quiet and solid. Since this is a everyday use car is was trying for the perfect blend of space and MPG. After a lot of discussion and although a little more expensive we settled on the Escape Hybrid. At this time I have approx 4500 miles on it and lifetime MPG average full economy is a shade under 33 MPG with about a 50/50 split city/highway. I fill up now instead of every 6 days I fill up every 12. I purchased the limited version with the leather seats although concerned at first about leather in the summer in Michigan I am pleasantly surprised the lighter colored leather does get warm but not bad when in direct sunlight however you can roast your legs pretty good (got the car in July). The Sound and Sync system sounds great very full sound when playing tunes. The commercials living life on full is not a lie it seems you can drive forever in the Hybrid. The hybrid also has a comic element when driving in EV mode the car is completely silent the looks of terror when someone in a parking deck finally realizes there is a SUV behind them.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Biker from Rochester, NY
    Owns this car
    August 29, 2011

    reliable but noisy

    Overall a reliable car and good on snow and ice. Cons: 1) very noisy and 2) had to replace the master cylinder at ~60,000 miles. It required a special tool to fix it which could only be found at the Ford dealer and it cost $1200. Assuming these 2 problems are solved with the latest model, we would by another.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Wo from brookfield mo
    Owns this car
    May 17, 2011

    Sweetest car!

    Love it all around! Had almost a month and not disappointed. Got what I was looking for.... Simplicity to handle, price range, gas mileage, fun. Kids are gone and I can whip around all over. Loaded with everything I wanted and more I didn't know was getting! Fun, Fun! For this 46 year old!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By escape owner from Los Angeles, CA
    Owns this car
    December 30, 2010

    Escape

    This is a pretty good car, very reliable. The design is somewhat outdated though.. Why don't they try making one like a hybrid Edge..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Bcon from maine
    Owns this car
    December 28, 2010

    Great hybrid

    2011 limited hybrid ...great little car/truck ..has the SUV look .. does not kick into hybrid mode as often as i would expect it to 26-31 MPG for the 4wd model is great .. handles like a charm in snow and ice.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Topkick642 from Fallbrook, CA
    Owns this car
    November 10, 2010

    2011 Ford Escape Hybrid

    Ford has dramatically improved this model since it's introduction in 2007. The interior has been upgraded to include SYNC and on board navigation. The mileage has also improved. I was averaging 32 mpg with my 2007 model, my 2011 averages 36 mpg!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?

The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid is available in 2 trim levels:

  • Hybrid (2 styles)
  • Hybrid Limited (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid?

The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid offers up to 34 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid reliable?

The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid owners.

Is the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid. 91.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 4.8
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