Hybrid and electric vehicles have become increasingly popular over the years. Ford has been one of the leaders pushing the initiative forward by putting hybrid engines in popular models like the Ford Escape and having electric models like the Ford F-150 Lightning. Continue reading to learn more about the "green" vehicles in Ford's lineup.
Electric & Hybrid Models
Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is a basic small SUV with several big advantages. Namely, its hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. The basic hybrid setup outputs 192 horsepower and has all-wheel drive, while the plug-in hybrid outputs 210-hp and uses front-wheel drive. Both setups average about 40 -41 mpg and offer features like an eight-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, and evasive steering assistance.
Ford F-150
The ever-popular Ford F-150 is a pickup many love to own, especially since it has over seven different powertrains. One of which is a hybrid engine called Ford PowerBoost. This powertrain combines a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with an electric motor and a battery pack to produce 430 hp, 24 mpg combined, and 12,700 pounds of towing capacity.
F-150 Lightning
Recently, Ford brought out an all-electric version of the F-150 model called the F-150 Lightning. This EV uses a 98-kWh battery pack and dual electric motors to give the truck 452 horsepower and all-wheel drive. There's also a 131-kWh battery that boosts the horsepower to 580 hp. With these powertrains, the Lightning can tow between 7,700 and 10,000 pounds and get a range of 230 and 320 miles.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
This sleek EV is based on the Mustang design and isn't your typical SUV. It has a fast engine, engaging performance, and stellar tech. But what stands out is how its power and range depend on the trim and drive train. For example, the base, which outputs 266 hp, has between 224 and 247 miles of range. While the highest trim can output 480 hp but ranges between 260 and 270 miles.
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More and more manufacturers are creating hybrid or electric modelsand Ford has some of the best. If you wish to learn more about these types of vehicles Ford has in its lineup, contact us any time.