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Ride quality is acceptable for this class, but handling is a bit of a letdown. With an extra 300 pounds of curb weight compared to a regular Escape, the Hybrid model exhibits considerable body roll around turns and generally feels less agile than most small SUVs. The Escape Hybrid’s regenerative brakes provide solid stopping ability, but can be difficult to modulate due to the brake pedal’s excessive stiffness at the top of its travel.

edmunds reviewed the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid and gave out”Pros: Surprisingly powerful hybrid drivetrain, gets 30 mpg in the real world, comfortable interior with roomy backseat. Cons:Noisy four-cylinder engine, mediocre handling for a small SUV, stiff brake pedal, no stability control. What’s New for 2008: As with the regular gasoline version, the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid gets an exterior makeover. Inside, the cabin has been updated to improve its appearance and functionality, and there’s extra insulation to quiet the highway ride. Side and head curtain airbags are now standard, as are automatic climate control and an MP3 player input jack. The optional navigation system runs off a DVD instead of CDs this year and has a larger display with a touchscreen interface.”

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