The 2021 Ford Hybrid Lineup: Creating Hybrid Options For Everyone

If you’re looking for electric and hybrid SUVs and trucks, then Ford has exactly what you need. There are several options on the market, but these 2021 Ford models are top-of-the-line options. Today, we’re taking a look at the 2021 Ford F-150 hybrid, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E, and the 2021 Ford Escape hybrid. This lineup is pretty special. We’ve got a hybrid truck, an electric SUV version of a Mustang, and a regular SUV with both plug-in and traditional hybrid variants. Usually, we just see cars, and maybe some SUVs, but a Ford F-150 hybrid option? That just seems too good to be true, but the good news is that it isn’t.

Below, we are focusing on each model’s performance, along with its aesthetic appeal on the inside and out. The biggest concerns that drivers have when it comes to hybrids are power and mileage. On top of that, there aren’t many people who want to drive an ugly vehicle, no matter how powerful or eco-friendly it is. So, we’re definitely going to take a look at visual appeal as well. Now, let’s dive on in and see what Ford hybrids and electric vehicles have to offer.

The 2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

Let’s go ahead and get the hybrid facts over with since that’s probably your biggest concern if you’re interested in an F-150 truck. While nothing is confirmed, the F-150 hybrid’s range is approximately 700 miles, meaning it will average about 23 MPG. It comes with something called Pro Power Onboard, which is ideal for carpenters, construction workers, and really just anyone who uses a lot of electricity. This doesn’t merely power minor items either, like vacuums or hairdryers. Pro Power Onboard can run large appliances, power tools, and multiple speakers, to name a few options. If you’re a traveling musician who wants to use a truck bed as a stage, a hybrid F-150 might be for you.

Now let’s move onto looks. As a whole, the F-150 comes in 11 colors, including Guard Metallic, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Agate Black Metallic, Ionic Silver Metallic, Oxford White, Race Red, Rapid Red, Space White Pear, Stone Gray Metallic, Antimatter Blue Metallic, and Velocity Blue Metallic. These vary according to trim, and we’re still not 100% on which trims will have the hybrid engine as an option, but some of these confirmed colors will show up one way or another. The F-150 has a standard Ford grille with chrome and standard chrome wheels to match. It’s a tough-looking truck with a long driving range and its very own power station. There’s not much to complain about here.

Lastly, let’s take a look at the interior. The F-150 comes with several cool features like the new SYNC 4 software with voice recognition, an optional interior work surface that is great for traveling workers, and multiple seat material options depending on your choice trim. The lowest trim offers cloth and vinyl, while higher trims offer leather alternatives. Further, higher trims come with a heated steering wheel, privacy glass, a moonroof, and second-row heated seats. You can also upgrade your sound system. The SYNC 4 screen is huge, appearing like a tablet on your dash. All in all, the F-150 hybrid is both attractive and innovative.

The 2021 Mustang Mach-E

Now let’s get into Ford’s first electric SUVs. The Mach-E is brand-spanking new, and it doesn’t disappoint. Depending on the trim level, drivers can get up to 459 hp and 612 lb-ft of torque, with the option to choose between rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Official range numbers aren’t out yet, but Ford is estimating up to 300 miles. Further, the Mach-E’s battery will charge from 10% to 80 in as little as 45 minutes for those who have access to the fastest available charging stations.

The Mach-E comes in several different colors depending on the trim, but notable colors include Rapid Red Metallic, Grabber Blue Metallic, and Cyber Orange Metallic Tri-Coat. The wheels also vary according to trim, with each trim getting its own unique style. The Select gets 18-inch carbonized gray aluminum wheels, the Premium has 19-inch aluminum wheels with high gloss paint, the California Route 1 trim comes with 18-inch gloss black wheels, and the GT has 20-inch cast-aluminum wheels with black and silver accents. The Mach-E also comes with a panoramic fixed glass roof, painted brake calipers on the GT trim, and a hands-free foot-activated liftgate. Overall, it’s incredibly sporty, modern, and stylish.

Now let’s go over the interior features. As if the F-150’s SYNC screen wasn’t large enough, the Mach-E really steps up its electronics game with SYNC 4A, an easy-to-use touchscreen interface that contains anything and everything you’ll ever want or need. You can use it for navigation, phone calls, sports updates, and you can even monitor your vehicle’s condition right on the screen. In addition to this, you’ll get beautiful interior lighting options, and you can change the color from pink, to green, to red, to orange, and multiple shades of blue, right on the SYNC 4A screen. The Mach-E’s interior is definitely a major selling point.

The 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid

Let’s take at Ford’s most popular hybrid SUV. Just like its previous year, the Escape comes in both a regular hybrid and a plug-in hybrid option. Both hybrids use the same 2.5-liter engine and get 41 MPG combined, but the plug-in hybrid is more powerful at 221 hp. The plug-in hybrid can also travel 37 miles on battery power alone, for a total rating of 102 MPGe. No matter which version you choose, both hybrid Escapes are fuel-efficient and convenient to boot.

The Escape comes in 9 different colors, including Rapid Red, Star White, Velocity Blue, Magnetic, Ingot Silver, Dark Persian Green, Desert Gold, Agate Black, and Blue. Its overall style is pretty basic, not really changing much from previous Escapes but offering a sleek and modern ride.

Its interior is nice, with standard cloth seating and optional leather, along with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Your 10-speaker radio system paired with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will have you jamming out in no time. In addition to these features, don’t think that the Escape is letting the Mach-E have all the tech fun. The 2021 Escape also comes with an optional head-up display, helping you monitor what’s important without needing to look away from the front windshield. It also offers up to 60.8 cubic feet of cargo space, combined with 104 cubic feet of passenger volume. This spacious yet compact SUV is a great option if you’re looking for something that’s more down to earth than the Mach-E.

What Does Ford Have To Offer You?

The greatest part about shopping for Ford hybrids and electric vehicles lies in their variety. With each passing year, Ford is working harder to create more cutting edge options that range further than just cars and crossovers. They’ve managed to create a hybrid truck, and they’ve even turned a sports car into a stylish electric SUV, creating experiences that move beyond stereotypical expectations. Driving a Mustang can now mean driving an eco-friendly SUV while driving a truck can now mean having an entire portable generator with you at all times. Ford is definitely stepping up the game for 2021 models, and you can find them all here at Kings Ford in Cincinnati.