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Drivers near the Worcester, Auburn, and Shrewsbury, MA, areas are looking for a way to get around town while using less fuel. Enter two top eco-friendly SUVs: the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid.
These two rides combine efficient motors with hardworking batteries to give you more time on the road and less at the pump. However, they are far more than just their fuel economy. Your friends at Harr Toyota are here to give you an inside look so you can better decide on the right hybrid SUV for you.
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Slide into the driver’s seat of the RAV4 Hybrid or the Escape Hybrid to see how far these fuel-efficient SUVs can go. Thanks to commanding, fuel-conserving powertrains, either model can take you the distance and exceed your power expectations.
When it comes to what’s under the hood of the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and the Ford Escape Hybrid, you’ll find power has not been sacrificed in the name of efficiency. The Escape Hybrid delivers an enjoyable 192 net horsepower for a spirited performance on the highway.
Taking it one step further, though, is the 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder hybrid engine in the RAV4. This powertrain cranks out 219 net horsepower for an even more commanding performance.
The Toyota’s added power helps it tow up to 1,750 pounds when properly equipped! That’s the equivalent of these towable toys:
You may have to leave your desired towable at home with the Escape Hybrid since its towing capacity maxes out at 1,500 pounds when properly configured.
When you’re exploring the open road, it’s important that you have a safety sidekick. The standard safety suites on the Toyota and the Ford serve this purpose! While their security features are similar, Toyota adds an intelligent system to make you feel one with the road.
Since you’ll have dynamic powertrains with impressive efficiency keeping you on the road longer, you’ll want to know you’re staying out of harm’s way. So, coming standard in these hybrid SUVs are brand-specific versions of the following driver-assistive systems:
These systems are designed to help protect you. They can even bring your vehicle to a complete stop if needed to help avoid a frontal collision.
To take your security to the next level, the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid also has standard Road Sign Assist, which reads the road and alerts you to detected Do Not Enter, speed limit, yield, and stop signs.
You may miss out on a key piece of information when behind the wheel of the Ford Escape Hybrid, though, since a comparable system is not available.
Since you’re going to be on the road mile after mile, you deserve a vehicle that prioritizes your comfort. In this category, the RAV4 Hybrid and the Escape Hybrid both deliver. Either SUV features a premium cabin with all the creature comforts you’ll need.
As you enjoy a protected and secure journey, you can kick back in the heated front seats. These available amenities are designed to keep you and your copilot toasty in either hybrid, especially during those chilly mornings or evenings.
Your rear-seat passengers will be left out in the cold with the Escape Hybrid since there’s no heating option for the second row. If you’d like to give them the 5-star treatment, add the available heated rear outboard passenger seats to your RAV4 Hybrid.
The RAV4 Hybrid is also available with ventilated front seats to make exploration during warmer days enjoyable, too. Once again, the Escape Hybrid falls short since it forgoes cooled seating.
No matter if you’re the driver or the front passenger, you can enjoy your own personal oasis. Both SUVs make a dual zone automatic climate control system standard!
Both SUVs provide plenty of advanced features that will help you feel confident behind the wheel, but it's the optional Audi adaptive cruise control with Traffic jam assist Plus, you can choose from a variety of premium materials in either model. Both vehicles have fabric-trimmed seats on their base models; however, optional sport SofTex®-trimmed seats (called ActiveX™ in the Ford) are available. This sporty material provides a dynamic feel to every drive.
Choosing a hybrid SUV is an easy choice when you want to roam longer or farther. You want that journey to be enjoyable as well, and the 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid has the power, comfort, and safety to take you there.
We invite drivers near Worcester, Auburn, and Shrewsbury, MA, to stop by Harr Toyota today to see the RAV4 Hybrid up close and take a test drive.
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