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2023 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review
The Ford Escape is one of the best cars nobody buys in Australia. That dubious distinction also applies to the plug-in hybrid.
William Stopford
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The only interior colourway on offer is Petrol Blue, with copper stitching found throughout the cabin.
The Ateca will be available in the following finishes:
All finishes are a no-cost option, with one premium paint finish – Dark Camouflage – costing $475.
The Ford Escape is one of the best cars nobody buys in Australia. That dubious distinction also applies to the plug-in hybrid.
William Stopford
The Cupra Ateca is the oft-forgotten relative to the Volkswagen Tiguan R, but it's a capable performance SUV that deserves more attention.
James Wong
Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1999 - 2488 | 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 2.5L | 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
167kW - 183kW | 140kW - 221kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5700 - 6250 | 4200 - 5300 | |
Torque | ||
210Nm - 387Nm | 320Nm - 400Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
3100 - 4500 | 1500 - 2000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.3 - 13 | 9.3 - 12.2 |