User Manual - Page 179

For 2020 Escape S.

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Keep the tires properly inflated and
only use the recommended size.
Aggressive driving increases the
amount of energy required to move
your vehicle. In general, you can
achieve better fuel economy with mild
to moderate acceleration and
deceleration. Moderate braking is
particularly important since it allows
you to maximize the energy captured
by the regenerative braking system.
Additional Tips:
Do not carry extra loads.
Be mindful of adding external
accessories that may increase
aerodynamic drag.
Observe posted speed limits.
Perform all scheduled maintenance.
There is no need to wait for your engine
to warm up. The vehicle is ready to
drive immediately after starting.
PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE
OPERATION
Plug in your vehicle regularly for optimal
use of the high voltage battery's
electric-only range capability. Charging
your vehicle adds electrical energy. This
energy propels the vehicle.
You can see your estimated electric-only
driving range in blue next to the gasoline
range on the information display.
The system maximizes the use of
electric-only operation in Normal drive
mode. System conditions could require
engine operation, however, the system
uses the available electric range whenever
possible.
When your electric-only range reaches
zero, the powertrain system switches to
hybrid operation. This means that you have
depleted the energy you gained from
plugging in and charging your vehicle. Both
the gasoline engine and electric motor
power your vehicle and maximize fuel
economy during hybrid operation. You
receive some electric-only driving with
hybrid operation as the powertrain system
maintains the high voltage battery charge
within functional limits.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Modes
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Your vehicle contains selectable electric
vehicle (EV) modes. Press the button on
the center console to change the mode.
EV Now and EV Later modes are only
available when you have electric-only
driving range available.
Note: EV mode availability also depends
on the state of the selectable drive mode
system.
Auto EV
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This mode provides an
automatic use of high voltage
battery power during the drive,
staying in electric mode when possible and
running the engine when needed.
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Escape (CTC) Canada/United States of America, Vehicles Built From: 17-06-2019, enUSA, Edition date: 201906, Second-Printing
Unique Driving Characteristics
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