2011 Ford Escape Hybrid (base) Specs Technical Data and Video

Posted in Car, Escape Hybrid base, Ford on February 28th, 2011 by jess

2011 ford escape hybrid base The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid gets its power by a 2.5L In-line four cylinder (I4) Atkinson cycle gasoline engine and a NiMH powered electric motored, with a combined 177 horsepower and fuel economy rated at a good 32 mpg combined.  Power is sent through a continuously variable transmission that gives smooth transition between gas and electric modes.  The Hybrid weights an extra 300 lbs. than the gas engine model, thus making handling less well-performed.  Standard equipments include fog lights, integrated driver blind-spot mirror, auto dimming rearview mirror, dual-zone automatic climate control, Sync connectivity system, six way power driver seat, leather-trimmed steering wheel with audio and cruise control, MyKey speed limiting technology, and four-speaker stereo.  Available options include sunroof, voice operated navigation system with fuel consumption display, and a premium seven speaker audio system.

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2011 Ford Taurus SHO Specs Technical Data and Video

Posted in Car, Ford, Taurus SHO on February 27th, 2011 by jess

2010 Ford Taurus SHO The 2011 Ford Taurus SHO is the luxury trim in the 5-passenger full size sedan line-up, featuring a 3.5L twin-turbocharged direct injection V6 EcoBoost™ engine.  It churns out 365 hp and 350 lb.ft. of peak torque across a wide rpm range, while maintaining an efficient  fuel consumption of 17 mpg city / 25 mpg highway.  0-60 mph acceleration is timed at seven seconds.  A full time all-wheel drive to enhance traction is employed, along with sport tuned suspension to give agility and better driving dynamics.  Highlights in the Taurus SHO include leather-trimmed bucket front seats, intelligent access with push button start, automatic High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with on/off delay, rear spoiler, quasi-dual stainless steel exhaust, and 19” nickel aluminum wheels with performance all-season tires.

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