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02-18-2009, 01:10 AM
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/2/AmericanFlag.jpg Ward’s 2009 10 Best Engines, IntelliChoice’s Best New SUV/Crossover under $28,000 and now KBB’s Best New family Vehicle tells the story. (cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?p=188610)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/2009_Ford_Escape_Hybrid_Rear.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Feb. 17, 2009
2009 FEH – 32 mpgUS combined.
Dearborn MI -- Editors of Kelley Blue Book's (KBB) named the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid one of its "2009 Best New Family Vehicles."
"After undergoing a major overhaul for the 2008 model year, the Ford Escape Hybrid is improved again for 2009 with a more powerful and fuel efficient gas-electric powertrain," said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and market analyst for Kelley Blue Book and kbb.com.
According to Nerad, the editors considered factors including resale value, utility and kid-friendliness when choosing this year's list of the top 10 best cars for families, but extra emphasis was placed on fuel economy.
"Gas prices have dropped sharply from their record highs, but the sluggish economy is now dictating smart spending with a focus on overall value," he said. "Given the current state of the economy, parents want to get even greater value for their money while buying a new vehicle that also will accommodate their family's lifestyle and needs."
Safety is a priority with the Escape Hybrid.
All FEH’s are equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) with Roll Stability Control(R); Safety Canopy(TM) side air curtain technology which offers protection for the first and second seating rows; Personal Safety System(R), which includes new dual-stage front air bags for the driver and front-seat passenger, side air bags and a front passenger sensor system; tire pressure monitoring system; and the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system for rear seating positions.
In addition to "Best in Class" safety features, the Escape Hybrid is environmentally friendly, meeting strict Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV II) and Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) standards.
The 2009 model features new comfort-designed seats with soy-based foam that substitutes for petroleum-based products to conserve limited resources and reduce CO2 emissions. Eco-friendly seat fabrics made from post-industrial 100 percent recycled materials also are offered on the Escape.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/2009_Ford_Escape_Hybrid_Rear.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Feb. 17, 2009
2009 FEH – 32 mpgUS combined.
Dearborn MI -- Editors of Kelley Blue Book's (KBB) named the 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid one of its "2009 Best New Family Vehicles."
"After undergoing a major overhaul for the 2008 model year, the Ford Escape Hybrid is improved again for 2009 with a more powerful and fuel efficient gas-electric powertrain," said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and market analyst for Kelley Blue Book and kbb.com.
According to Nerad, the editors considered factors including resale value, utility and kid-friendliness when choosing this year's list of the top 10 best cars for families, but extra emphasis was placed on fuel economy.
"Gas prices have dropped sharply from their record highs, but the sluggish economy is now dictating smart spending with a focus on overall value," he said. "Given the current state of the economy, parents want to get even greater value for their money while buying a new vehicle that also will accommodate their family's lifestyle and needs."
Safety is a priority with the Escape Hybrid.
All FEH’s are equipped with AdvanceTrac(R) with Roll Stability Control(R); Safety Canopy(TM) side air curtain technology which offers protection for the first and second seating rows; Personal Safety System(R), which includes new dual-stage front air bags for the driver and front-seat passenger, side air bags and a front passenger sensor system; tire pressure monitoring system; and the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system for rear seating positions.
In addition to "Best in Class" safety features, the Escape Hybrid is environmentally friendly, meeting strict Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV II) and Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) standards.
The 2009 model features new comfort-designed seats with soy-based foam that substitutes for petroleum-based products to conserve limited resources and reduce CO2 emissions. Eco-friendly seat fabrics made from post-industrial 100 percent recycled materials also are offered on the Escape.