That old taxi legacy belongs directly to the modern Ford Escape Hybrid. Instead of using a complex valve body and gear sets that wear out over time, the Escape Hybrid manages power through mechanical simplicity. Decades Of Drivetrain RefinementFront 3/4 shot of 2026 Ford Escape Hybrid parked FordFord has been offering hybrid versions of the Escape since 2005. Thecurrent-generation Escape Hybrid is EPA-rated at 42 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. By acquiring a late-model Escape Hybrid that has already absorbed its initial retail depreciation, a buyer secures a highly advanced, liquid-cooled hybrid powertrain for a fraction of its actual utility value.