Specs

• Engine: 2.5 liter Atkinson Cycle 1-4 sequential multi port electronic fuel injection.
• Permanent Magnetic AC Synchronous Motor powered by 275 volt nickel metal hydride.
• 191 combined hp.
• Electronic Continuously variable transmission.
• Mileage 41 city 36 highway.

2010 Ford Fusion Overview:

The Fusion Hybrid comes with Electric Power assist steering and a regenerative braking system. It also has a very handy reverse sensing system. The Fusion hybrid is available in three different trim levels.

The Fusion is filled with all sorts of conveniences including multiple storage spaces, drink holders and comfortable seating that is constructed of Earth-friendly cloth fabric made from 85 percent post-industrial materials which are polyester fibers that would otherwise have ended up in landfills The driver seat is eight way power adjustable, while the passenger seat is manually adjustable. There is optional leather trimmed heated seats available for those that are very comfort minded. It even features a 110 outlet for a regular power plug.
The car buying public is being presented with so many different choices in the hybrid market these days that they’re not positive which way to turn. The Fusion is meeting with positive reactions from consumers as they trade in their non energy efficient models for these well appointed, well made environmentally friendly vehicles.

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• Engine: 2.5L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Engine.
• Two permanent magnet AC synchronous motors powered by 330 volt nickel metal hydride battery.
• Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable.
• 153 hp at 6,000 rpm.
• Front Wheel Drive rated at 24/31 mpg.
• Four Wheel Drive rated at 30/27 mpg.
• 177 combined hp.

Ford Escape Hybrid Overview

This has been and continues to be the most fuel efficient SUV hybrid on the market. When the vehicle is in full acceleration, both power sources are utilized while under stop and go traffic conditions, the vehicle is able to alternate between power sources. The only real down side to this vehicle is that the air conditioning compressor cannot run while the vehicle is in all electric mode.

This vehicle comes in many different optional configurations and colors. It actually registers as being slightly quicker than it’s fully gas propelled four cylinder counterpart. The main difference between the Escape Hybrid and the regular gas powered Escape is that the hybrid carries 300 pounds more in weight and you can feel it in the response times.

When it comes to the hybrid SUV market, the Escape doesn’t really have much in the way of competition, for that reason, green conscious SUV enthusiasts are waiting with trade-in keys in hand in order to get hold of the new Escape Hybrid. The Escape is already receiving all sorts of positive attention from the SUV buying public because of it’s reliable past and promise of the future.

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It appears Ford is recalling 4.5 million cars due to a faulty switch that has been causing fires.

In what is said by some to be a long overdue step in the right direction, Ford is recalling 4.5 million cars for safety, although the car maker feels that more than 3 million aren’t faulty at all.

Read more about the recall here.