Albuquerque, NM -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/28/2012 -- Drivers who want to save time and money will be interested in the 2012 Ford Escape. The 2012 Escape, available at Don Chalmers Ford in Albuquerque, offers performance and fuel efficiency.

To reduce the amount of trips drivers have to take to the gas station, the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid achieves up to 34 MPG in the city with its 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle I-4 gasoline engine and electric motor. The gasoline 2012 Escape comes standard with a 2.5-liter Duratec I-4 engine that achieves up to 28 MPG on the highway with its manual transmission.

The 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid uses several features to increase its fuel economy. Regenerative braking is used on the 2012 Escape Hybrid, which recycles used energy and transfers it back to the battery to be used later. Even though the Hybrid offers green performance, it also provides drivers with lively acceleration. This is due to the combination of the electric motor and gasoline engine.

On all kinds of surfaces, the 2012 Ford Escape can handle itself and tow cargo with solid performance. The 2012 Escape’s double-lateral and semi-trailing arm design of its rear suspension system, which allows each rear wheel to work independently to provide stability. For even more stability, all the Ford Escape models come standard with AdvanceTrac® with RSC®, which applies brake pressure to each wheel is the vehicle swerves too quickly.

Drivers interested in learning more about the 2012 Ford Escape should visit Don Chalmers Ford in Albuquerque. Their staff will be happy to assist their customers in their search to find their next fuel efficient Ford. Drivers may also visit Don Chalmers Ford online at http://www.donchalmersford.com and keep up-to-date with all the latest Ford news, events and sales on their Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/donchalmersford.

About Don Chalmers Ford
Don Chalmers Ford is proud to serve the Albuquerque, New Mexico area. Carrying a full line of new and used Ford cars, Don Chalmers Ford offers the best selection when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. The knowledgeable service department at Don Chalmers Ford is prepared to assist with repairs and routine maintenance and the Parts Department offers one-stop shopping on a full selection of Ford parts and accessories. Don Chalmers Ford strives for 100 percent customer satisfaction at every visit!