2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV vs Ford Escape PHEV - Plug In Hybrid Faceoff
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Date: 2024-08-17
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KO-sx9uy
I'm a long time Toyota owner and only owned a Mazda 3 otherwise - the Outlander PHEV blew the Rav 4 prime away in interior, tech, space, and handling (0. 75 g skidpad is a joke. I liked the Tucson/Sportage but the forums are full of engine/hybrid failures and the Outlander still beats them in handling and acceleration and range (my best is 43 miles EV only and I get 31
mpg on hybrid mode. Drive one and you'll see why it's the best in the class. Globally the Outlander PHEV has sold more than 300k units since it came out in the early 2010s - far more than the Rav 4 and reliability likewise has proven to be superior. I bought mine cash, ($47. 5k out the door fully loaded with the EV rebate for leases) the first new car I've ever bought just to show you how much I like it. Drive one, you'll see why. The AWD system is derived from the Lancer Evos with Yaw control - blows away every competitor in the class with a 0. 85 g skid pad and rear bias (I can drift my car) and it handles better than my Mazda 3 did stock (crazy grip.
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I'm a long time Toyota owner and only owned a Mazda 3 otherwise - the Outlander PHEV blew the Rav 4 prime away in interior, tech, space, and handling (0. 75 g skidpad is a joke. I liked the Tucson/Sportage but the forums are full of engine/hybrid failures and the Outlander still beats them in handling and acceleration and range (my best is 43 miles EV only and I get 31
mpg on hybrid mode. Drive one and you'll see why it's the best in the class. Globally the Outlander PHEV has sold more than 300k units since it came out in the early 2010s - far more than the Rav 4 and reliability likewise has proven to be superior. I bought mine cash, ($47. 5k out the door fully loaded with the EV rebate for leases) the first new car I've ever bought just to show you how much I like it. Drive one, you'll see why. The AWD system is derived from the Lancer Evos with Yaw control - blows away every competitor in the class with a 0. 85 g skid pad and rear bias (I can drift my car) and it handles better than my Mazda 3 did stock (crazy grip.
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skycaptain3344
Owned a 2023 Ford Escape PHEV in the top trim (sold it for a Mach E recently which I love. Quick review:
- Outstanding speaker system
- Great turning radius, easy to drive
- Electric range was about 31 miles around 80F and maybe 20 miles in 30-40F. Plugging in at home was a breeze
- Averaged about 39mpg
- Cabin was loud
- Back seat comfortable for visiting parents
- Great storage with seats folded down
- Weird rattle from back right corner I could never find (read something to do with inflow air for cabin)
- Folding heads up display wasn’t very useful
- Powerful headlights, loved the light bar
- Looks better than RAV4 (I truly thing the RAV looks like some ugly mutated Jeep)
Overall conclusion: I liked it, but the highest trim is not worth it unless you really want the speakers and leather seats. At the end of the day it’s a $29k Escape underneath. At the highest price point, though not a PHEV, either a Mach E or Lincoln Corsair are a better bang for your buck.
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Owned a 2023 Ford Escape PHEV in the top trim (sold it for a Mach E recently which I love. Quick review:
- Outstanding speaker system
- Great turning radius, easy to drive
- Electric range was about 31 miles around 80F and maybe 20 miles in 30-40F. Plugging in at home was a breeze
- Averaged about 39mpg
- Cabin was loud
- Back seat comfortable for visiting parents
- Great storage with seats folded down
- Weird rattle from back right corner I could never find (read something to do with inflow air for cabin)
- Folding heads up display wasn’t very useful
- Powerful headlights, loved the light bar
- Looks better than RAV4 (I truly thing the RAV looks like some ugly mutated Jeep)
Overall conclusion: I liked it, but the highest trim is not worth it unless you really want the speakers and leather seats. At the end of the day it’s a $29k Escape underneath. At the highest price point, though not a PHEV, either a Mach E or Lincoln Corsair are a better bang for your buck.
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goostrey4210
We are in the market for a Phev suv and have an appointment at a Hyundai dealer tomorrow where we might get a Tucson. I appreciate that the Mitsubishi is a great option but I’m afraid I simply find it looks too blingy for my taste, with its busy creases and masses of chrome. The Tucson and Sportage are both beautiful in my eyes (I actually prefer the latter, unlike you I think Alex) but we want a light interior and there are none available in the Kia. I would love a Phev Bronco Sport as that car has a tiny footprint which would make it ideal for parking.
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We are in the market for a Phev suv and have an appointment at a Hyundai dealer tomorrow where we might get a Tucson. I appreciate that the Mitsubishi is a great option but I’m afraid I simply find it looks too blingy for my taste, with its busy creases and masses of chrome. The Tucson and Sportage are both beautiful in my eyes (I actually prefer the latter, unlike you I think Alex) but we want a light interior and there are none available in the Kia. I would love a Phev Bronco Sport as that car has a tiny footprint which would make it ideal for parking.
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crazylala2003
I have been very pleased with my 2023 Outlander PHEV so far. The advantages is the proven powertrain reliability, very good build quality, interior materials, a lot of luxury features at lower trim levels (mine is an SE Tech which has pano roof, power folding mirrors, and 360 camera, good EV only power, overall upscale feel, and unique presence on the road. Although the 3rd row is small, it is one of a kind. Anyone 5’-4 or shorter will fit just fine in the 3rd row.
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I have been very pleased with my 2023 Outlander PHEV so far. The advantages is the proven powertrain reliability, very good build quality, interior materials, a lot of luxury features at lower trim levels (mine is an SE Tech which has pano roof, power folding mirrors, and 360 camera, good EV only power, overall upscale feel, and unique presence on the road. Although the 3rd row is small, it is one of a kind. Anyone 5’-4 or shorter will fit just fine in the 3rd row.
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sam-yau
Two very interesting PHEVs in the space with some fatal flaws. Wish the Escape got AWD like the new Maverick hybrid. Meanwhile, the Outlander has a pretty respectable AWD system, yet has no option for a spare tire, and no option to replace the practically useless third row for a spare. The Mitsubishi also desperately needs to redesign their drivetrain for efficiency. The hybrid MPG is simply brutal.
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Two very interesting PHEVs in the space with some fatal flaws. Wish the Escape got AWD like the new Maverick hybrid. Meanwhile, the Outlander has a pretty respectable AWD system, yet has no option for a spare tire, and no option to replace the practically useless third row for a spare. The Mitsubishi also desperately needs to redesign their drivetrain for efficiency. The hybrid MPG is simply brutal.
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rovert1284
Decided against a hybrid and just went ICE. No spare wheel is a problem, but overall the complexity of adding a battery/electric drive just didn't seem worth it. I know the Toyota hybrids have good reliability and service, don't know about the rest. Swore off Ford after my experience so that simplifies my preference out of these two.
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Decided against a hybrid and just went ICE. No spare wheel is a problem, but overall the complexity of adding a battery/electric drive just didn't seem worth it. I know the Toyota hybrids have good reliability and service, don't know about the rest. Swore off Ford after my experience so that simplifies my preference out of these two.
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zsedcify
Retail for a 10kWh lithium battery is now $2000. . auto OEM's would pay way less. .. so why is MSRP of PHEV 's more than $10k higher than their hybrid cousins It's time for OEM's to start treating PHEV's as a high-volume option (on mid-sized pickups) at a lower price point, not a niche product for rich folks.
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Retail for a 10kWh lithium battery is now $2000. . auto OEM's would pay way less. .. so why is MSRP of PHEV 's more than $10k higher than their hybrid cousins It's time for OEM's to start treating PHEV's as a high-volume option (on mid-sized pickups) at a lower price point, not a niche product for rich folks.
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Timmayytoo
PHEVs will continue to be a small niche of the market until the entire industry stops thinking of them as a plug-in hybrid, and instead thinks of them as extended range EVs and triple the EV range. A recent study found that a significant majority of PHEV owners rarely bother to plug in their plug-in hybrid.
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PHEVs will continue to be a small niche of the market until the entire industry stops thinking of them as a plug-in hybrid, and instead thinks of them as extended range EVs and triple the EV range. A recent study found that a significant majority of PHEV owners rarely bother to plug in their plug-in hybrid.
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pauld6967
AAutoBuyersGuide Thanks Alex, I hadn't heard about Ford changing from Sync.
I have already been a victim of an unsupported version of Synch soon after buying the car.
If I go with Ford, I will hold off making the purchase until after this new digital experience system is deployed.
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AAutoBuyersGuide Thanks Alex, I hadn't heard about Ford changing from Sync.
I have already been a victim of an unsupported version of Synch soon after buying the car.
If I go with Ford, I will hold off making the purchase until after this new digital experience system is deployed.
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kubi0461
I just wish they'd rip out the 3rd row and give more storage on the Outlander. That's just about the only thing that holds me back. Even though it's not the most efficient phev, that electric drive feel is appealing as is a 20khW battery to do power things with when not driving.
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I just wish they'd rip out the 3rd row and give more storage on the Outlander. That's just about the only thing that holds me back. Even though it's not the most efficient phev, that electric drive feel is appealing as is a 20khW battery to do power things with when not driving.
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stefanbololoi7110
The efficiency on the Escape is amazing: I’m getting anywhere between 75-80 km ev range on a full charge from March till November in the city driving; on highway at 100-110 km/h about 66 km!
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The efficiency on the Escape is amazing: I’m getting anywhere between 75-80 km ev range on a full charge from March till November in the city driving; on highway at 100-110 km/h about 66 km!
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barryw9473
Chademo is disappearing and mostly useless for most PHEv drivers in the USA anyway - most of them who charge (a significant portion of PHEV owners do not charge their cars) charge at home or at work.
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Chademo is disappearing and mostly useless for most PHEv drivers in the USA anyway - most of them who charge (a significant portion of PHEV owners do not charge their cars) charge at home or at work.
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plemieux84
I love our 23 Outlander PHEV. It outperforms the EV range and the mpg. We hover around 70 mpg and average around 1400 miles between fill ups. It won Outdoor Activity Vehicle of the year in 2023 too!
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I love our 23 Outlander PHEV. It outperforms the EV range and the mpg. We hover around 70 mpg and average around 1400 miles between fill ups. It won Outdoor Activity Vehicle of the year in 2023 too!
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reddog907
If Mitz made a five seat PHEV it would sell like hot cakes, my money is on the Mitz even though some aspects are in the negative, I live in Southern Alberta so we get the snow, great review. Thank you
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If Mitz made a five seat PHEV it would sell like hot cakes, my money is on the Mitz even though some aspects are in the negative, I live in Southern Alberta so we get the snow, great review. Thank you
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dwhall256
Alex, I appreciate your coverage of PHEVs. My Volt is 12yo, doesn't even feel like it's reached its half-life, and I'm going to drive it until it's dead. I bet we'll all have jetpacks by then.
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Alex, I appreciate your coverage of PHEVs. My Volt is 12yo, doesn't even feel like it's reached its half-life, and I'm going to drive it until it's dead. I bet we'll all have jetpacks by then.
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kyolml
Is it just the Outlander really not effiecit I don't recall other serial vs parallel hybrid deficiency being that much Accord vs Camry Hybrid wasn't being that much difference in gas milage
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Is it just the Outlander really not effiecit I don't recall other serial vs parallel hybrid deficiency being that much Accord vs Camry Hybrid wasn't being that much difference in gas milage
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panameradan6860
I see lots of RAV4 Primes here in Massachusetts, often several a day. These other two PHEVs in this video are much more rare Volvo PHEVs are also very common here
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I see lots of RAV4 Primes here in Massachusetts, often several a day. These other two PHEVs in this video are much more rare Volvo PHEVs are also very common here
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kristop3r
Loving my 2023 Mitsu phev. Need a bigger 2nd vehicle so can't wait to see if they share this powertrain in a Pilot or Pathfinder with better range than the CX-90.
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Loving my 2023 Mitsu phev. Need a bigger 2nd vehicle so can't wait to see if they share this powertrain in a Pilot or Pathfinder with better range than the CX-90.
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MistSoalar
Do Outlander owners use DCFC often I haven't owned any flavor of PHEV, but I thought the point of the drivetrain is to trade DCFC hassle with ICE hassle.
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Do Outlander owners use DCFC often I haven't owned any flavor of PHEV, but I thought the point of the drivetrain is to trade DCFC hassle with ICE hassle.
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panzer_TZ
I'm sure their dealerships get the job done, but most Mitsubishi dealerships barely look a step above Joe Dick's Auto Sales with the blow-up air dancer.
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I'm sure their dealerships get the job done, but most Mitsubishi dealerships barely look a step above Joe Dick's Auto Sales with the blow-up air dancer.
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