Is the 2022 Ford Escape a BETTER plug-in hybrid than a Toyota RAV4 Prime? 

$48k for an Escape!! Madre de Dios. These were once consumer budget friendly vehicles, now the manufactures are just pulling MSRPs out the rear these days.

I got the base version (SE trim) of the plug-in Escape. Last year I found a dealer that willing to offer MSRP if placing factory order with them. So I placed the order in Aug 2021, wait patiently for 6 months, got the vehicle delivered and got 2k below MSRP (about 35k with CA rebate, Ford rebate and affiliate pricing); to-date drove 1k+ miles, always charged at workplace, haven’t filled single tank since the purchase, Avg 130 mpg (because 90% of the time I just use EV-Only mode). Waiting to get 6800 back next year for the tax credit. It’s a good commuter car, only downsides are crappy interior and mediocre build quality. Overall pretty happy with the purchase and effectively running it as 40 mile range EV and 400+ mile range hybrid if needed.

If you order the Titanium Premium package it comes with the heads up display. Mine came in at just under $43K msrp and I opted to not have the panoramic roof. And I’m 6’3” 290#. Seat is not a problem, went on a 3000 mile rad trip and was very comfortable. Wife and I love this car. Especially when we drive by the gas stations. 😊

Thank you soooo much for doing this review!

My first plug-in hybrid SUV! Great job Joe.

Excellent review Joe and Lori!!! And can we just acknowledge the fact that you both have been Raiti-n in subs so consistently!!! 750k subs on this day March 21, 2022

You can get the regular Escape hybrid for about $32, 000 with AWD and get 40 MPG

Very informative review. Thanks for Sharing.

with these gas prices might need to check one of these out. Nice vid Joe

Let’s go! Been watching since 20 or 30k now you made it here. Keep going man! Let’s get to 1 mil 🔥🎉

Favourite thing about the Escape - in between the two cup holders in the front is a smaller one perfect for an espresso cup 😎 ☕️

Beautiful vehicle and color....FORD for me over "oh what a feeling".

Enjoyed your review. Enjoyed the camera work too. Thanks Lori. I like the Escape better than the RAV. All you really need is FWD if you want to be the most economical. Less expensive and great mileage. The Escape will definitely get you from A to B in style, comfort and safety.

It seems like you upload videos every day at around 5:00pm central time I know this because I'm subscribed to you and I get all your notifications Joe.

So one thing you said is the plastic on the fenders needing to be color matched. Personally I think they should have an option because some people would want that black contrast and some wouldn’t. Just would make sense imo.

I don't know if you coined it but I really like the use of "fuel sipping" term used for these plug ins.

MPGE's are mind blowing.

Escape started in 2001, Joe!! You’re thinking with your Twinkie!

Hey Joe you missed on the Heads-up Display. The Escape you tested has one, you just failed to engage the glass panel on top of dash in front of the steering wheel. You can see it in its closed position from your video as you are driving. Love my 40 plus MPGs on my Escape Hybrid with prices these days. Money saved for more Twinkies.

Rav 4 for me………ford needs to dress up interior dash area for that price point. Happy belated anniversary Joe and Lori !!

I love it my bro Joe and Lori and keep up the work and I love the video lot real true 👍 💯💯💯💯💯

There is most definitely a head up display. You can see it on the dashboard. You just didn’t have it turned on.

I ordered a Toyota RAV4 Prime in January 2020 and I waited 16 months and decided to get a refund of my deposit. Then I decided to order a Ford Escape PHEV. I was given a delivery date and VIN. Then Ford canceled my order. I think it was due to the European version called the Kuga catching fire. I finally found a RAV4 Prime XSE for sale in San Diego at $5,000 over MSRP. I'm happy that I waited so long for what I really wanted. I'm getting 50-52-miles per charge.

RAV4 Prime with AWD is still the best choice in the segment

The Ford Escape hybrid can be for $33k or less without all the unnecessary bells and whistles. Hell I customized one online and literally got the connivence package and the sporty looking blacked out chrome and still came out a couple hundred over $33k I’m cool with that.

the Maverick at about $25k is easily the car/truck of the decade.

Best looking small suv on market!

Yo Joe, can you do a review on the 2022 Toyota Sienna Woodland trim

Great review. My wife has been driving a 22 PHEV Ford Escape since February. We factory ordered it in December of 2021 and paid $43k out the door. We did have a HUD option and it works pretty good. We also paid $150 extra for the spare tire option so the battery is not in the back like in this video. It is expensive but don’t forget about all the rebates you get. $7500 federal tax rebate and almost $3500 rebates in California. The car does have lots of power to get up mountain passes and to get on the freeways. I’d definitely recommend this car 100%

I looked at this car at first but because of the up charges it made more sense to get an Audi Q5 55e since they were heavily discounting them.

On the road to 1 million subs!

The rear of the new Escape looks real good. Does this model has a bigger battery than the normal hybrid?

I cannot even get pat the title! Nothing ford makes will last like a Toyota or Lexus!

The panoramic sunroof is now an extra option with Titanium trim. And it does come with a heads up display.

so many responses are out of touch with why you even buy a plugin hybrid. first, I have been a very loyal Toyota buyer. second all who say things about the power or the speed up to 60 miles probably don't own one. so, lets talk about why I bought the ford escape. It has awesome fuel efficiency. plus you plug it into a level 2 charger and it charges in 3 hours. the guy doing the review failed to mention that the charger that comes with it takes 11 hours. some of you say rav4 prime where are you getting it? When you do find it its at thousands over Toyota's list price. I did buy the titanium trim, but I paid less than 42,000. I wasn't willing to pay 15,000 dollars more for a Rav 4 prime. just so you know I traded in a Toyota Highlander 2022 for the Ford Escape and I couldn't be happier. Dont believe me you can watch my video about doing it.

escape does have option for heads up display!

Saving on fuel is zero for 10 years if you drive 10000 miles a year when you compare the price. Joe nice review like always 👍

Thanks for the review! Soooo many better choices in this segment! This one suffers with subpar predicted reliability and only average owner satisfaction.

Man I used to know everything about this car, wife and I put an order in for it pre covid, obviously was delayed years so we ended up going a different route. I don’t like at all that the black interior comes with those white seats.

I like how the Escape “smiles” rather than the RAV4 which looks like a mean dog ( front grill). It’s a friendly looking car.

The look….very classic

48K? I know this is fully loaded but I’ll never be able to afford a car if prices keep going like this.

$48k for a Ford Escape?!?!? That’s nuts.

Hey RR, you have a head's up display buddy.

IMO I'd go for the Hyundai Tucson HEV/PHEV over either of them. Or wait for the upcoming Sportage redesign.

How are you Joe? Escape time!

I am looking forward to the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor 😎

Known as the Ford Küga PHEV in Europe. We get an ST Line trim as well. It’s a really good seller here in Europe. But the Toyota Corolla Cross is way better than this.

Great video as always! I just can’t make myself like or want a crossover or suv. I like the idea of hybrids and electric, I just cannot make myself want to buy an suv. I’m in the minority on this for sure! Lol.

Hi Raitis Rides Can You Make The 2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid

They could have done a little bit better with these but I’d say it’s alright.

I’ll choose Toyota all day every day over Ford !

Is that a Ford Escape or a shopping cart? All of the snacks🤣🤣

48k? No way! 52k for a Rav 4 Prime? No way! Options from Kia and Hyundai will give you better value in this segment. Love the video Joe! Congrats on the 750k subs!!

Thanks for the great video; we're contemplating buying an Escape plugin hybrid next year and you provided great insights to help us. Do you know if the front sensor affects the speed when in cruise control? It would be nice if it slows the car down when needed :-) Also, regarding the brake coach, what it's really doing is telling you how much you *didn't* use the traditional breaks. It's amazing how long brake pads/disc last when you primarily use regen breaking. We have a 2013 plugin Ford Cmax with over 110,000 miles on it, and still plenty of life on the pads/discs! We'll probably never have to change them.

You missed the other screen that pops up

Hands down Eco Boost Escape..especially the last models will haul ass on a RAV 4.

Both Ford and Toyota together engineered the Atkinson cycle engine. So the reliability is pretty much the same. With the edge to Ford for colder A/C.

I’d take a PHEV Bronco Sport

damn, ford is so naughty for stealing this front look from aston martin.

35k range this nice car . Decent display . 48k no so much that Tesla territory that’s 2k of msrp base Mach e as well that price will have to come down

Lack of AWD is a showstopper where I live.

You never commented on the electric only mode and the actual fuel economy.

9:38 Having grown up in old-school cars with faux wood trim,it doesn't really bother me,but I might as well get the Lincoln Aviator GT trim @ $68,800,as I often associate wood trim with the luxury brands. 😀 👌 Otherwise, a fine product and the usual great review 👍. 😎 😄

Did I hear you correctly??? 48 thousand for an Escape?? My local BMW dealer has 430i Gran Coupes all day long at $52K!! I know because I bought one! For another $6K I could've been in a 530i! On a lease you are talking $50 a month difference between this and a FIVE series BMW. Ford is huffing paint...

Hey Joe, can’t wait for you to review the 2022 Nissan Rouge with the new 1.5t engine!!

***not a CVT. Ford call it an "eCVT," but they're completely different. It's actually a planetary gearbox, so for people who have compared the sequential gearbox in the Hyundai Tucson with the CVT in the RAV4, the eCVT isn't comparable to either. It's a good transmission though, in equal conditions the Escape does 0-60 about a second faster than the Tucson even though the Tucson has 40 more horsepower. I like this car. Can do my commute to work and back twice on one fully charged battery. 95% less fuel burned than in my 2002 Escape.

So I think that both are decent rides, however, I don’t love the RAV4. I think that the finishes and paint are sub par. The power plant is decent on the Toyota, but Ford has come a long ways.

No Awd I’m sure is a killer for most It’s just a basic looking suv, not bad not outstanding.

No ventilated seats at $48k? Mega ZONK!

So nice can you rent cars for us and tell us how it is owning it for a day

It all depends how many ev miles

How many hrs u gotta 🔌 the escape

Hey Joe and Lori, and also the Raiti's Rides family, how are y'all doing today? 😅 Thanks about this review about the Aston Martin DBX *cough* sorry I mean Ford Escape (or did I 🤨). Anyways Ford had a habit of copying Aston Martin (because Ford used to own Aston Martin), but anyways the Ford Escape is a good looking compact crossover SUV. Now this compact crossover SUV have good technology and have been on this "new" fourth generation (2020-present), plus it have 200hp (average) and gets around 32 mpg. Now main question is would you get the Ford Bronco sport or this Ford Escape. Or what compact crossover SUV would you choose?

The Rav 4 prime is 52k BEFORE the 7500 tax break and with a knowledgeable buyer working a better deal. It has more horsepower and many other things including a better quality build and Toyota VS ford?? Toyota gets the money.

This looks like it was designed in late 2000s

That is the 2021!!! There is a difference! Ford cheaped out on 22 no fancy climate gauges

It really depends on what interests you most. Toyota made the Rav-4 to feel like a small 4Runner. Ford made the Escape to feel like a car. Do you want to feel like your in a car or a small 4-Runner? That really decides the issue.

My father in law has the mitsushitty outlander PHEV. He loves it as he got it at a steal from his former boss before he retired. Sadly the condo corporation and the company that owns the building where I work won’t install charging stations, so EVs and PHEVs are a no go.

Taking overall reliability completely out of the equation, I seriously doubt Ford will build a hybrid powertrain that will last as long as a Toyota on the original battery. That’s something to seriously consider if you’re going to keep this for a long time.

Lost me at front wheel drive only living in Canada “Sorry”

I think your zl1 1le is environment friendly also wild animal lover. That's roar will keep the deer away. 🦌

The Ford Escape Tail Lights is a clone of the Toyota Rav4

Actually this particular car has head up display.

Rav4 is definitely for me more power and AWD.

Short answer, no.

It comes to reliability, not in 100 years.

$ 48k with a Ford Fiesta Interior, no words.

I need help. Should i get the 2023 sportage or cx 50?

I like it but I feel like you get more from Toyota

AN ALL NEW FORM 2022 FORD ESCAPE

7:10 Aah classic Ford hideous engine bay.

50,000 dollars for a RAV4 or Escape is just dumb.

Ohh man you’re exhausting

Ok Ford still taking contour notes from Aston Martin.

Battery in the trunk :-( Wish they would stop calling a planetary gear set a CVT . read somewhere the transmission comes from a Toyota company ?

If this was my choice, i'll stick to the RAV4 prime. Ford's quality is a NO

over 10k overpriced for sure. It's an escape after all

Red ghost AKA ALL NEW 2022 FORD ESCAPE