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2026 Ford Escape vs 2026 Lexus RX

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 40 MPG vs 36 MPG combined — Ford Escape is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $1700 vs $2250 — Ford Escape saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Regular Gasoline vs Premium Gasoline
Specification 2026 Ford Escape 2026 Lexus RX
Year20262026
ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel TypeRegular GasolinePremium Gasoline
DriveFront-Wheel DriveAll-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Automatic (AV-S6)
Cylinders44
Displacement (L)2.52.5
City MPG4237
Highway MPG3734
Combined MPG4036
Annual Fuel Cost$1700$2250
CO₂ (g/mile)222.0244.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score8/107/10
EPA GHG Score9/107/10
🚗 2026 Ford Escape

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 40 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Regular Gasoline. Front-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2026 Lexus RX

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD with 36 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. All-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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