# High Performance Hybrid SUVs The 2020 Ford Explorer Hybrid is Fuel Efficient and Powerful By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-09-03 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-explorer-hybrid References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/08/29/the-2020-ford-explorer-hybrid-delivers-towing-power-and-500-mile/) & [corporate.ford](https://corporate.ford.com/homepage.html) The 2020 [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-ford-escape-plugin-hybrid) Explorer Hybrid is a powerful electric SUV. Most notably, the rear-wheel version of the car has a range of over 500 miles until the car needs to be refuelled. The all-wheel-drive version of the car has a slightly reduced range at 450 miles. Both of the Ford Explorer Hybrid models are able to tow up to 5,600 pounds, making it one of the [most powerful hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rav4) on the market. The [EPA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-corolla-cross-hybrid) recently made the car's fuel economy stats available, and the rear-wheel-drive version of the car has 4 mpg. The car is powered by a 2.3-liter turbo engine. The rear-wheel version fo the car is able to provide 27 miles per gallon, while the all-wheel-drive model will be able to provide 23 miles per gallon. Image Credit: Ford ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Powerful Electric Suvs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more powerful and fuel-efficient electric SUVs to cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly vehicles. - **Extended Range Hybrid Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create hybrid vehicles with an extended range, exceeding 500 miles, to address the concern of range anxiety and attract more customers. - **High-towing Hybrid Suvs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design hybrid SUVs with high-towing capabilities, surpassing 5,600 pounds, to offer a more versatile and powerful option for customers in need of towing capacity. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Drive innovation in the automotive industry by developing advanced technologies and features for hybrid and electric SUVs. - **Clean Energy:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Promote clean energy initiatives by investing in the development and production of high-performance electric and hybrid vehicles. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts by creating hybrid SUVs with exceptional towing capabilities, expanding the possibilities for outdoor adventures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Well-Equipped PHEV SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-ford-escape-plugin-hybrid.md) - [Ultra-Efficient SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-electric-suv.md) - [Sculpted Electric SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ford-allelectric-explorer.md) - [Hydrogen Fuel Cell SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-honda-crv-efcev.md) - [All-Electric SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-toyota-highlander.md) - [Muscular Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muscular-hybrid-suv.md) - [Efficient Entry-Level SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-corolla-cross-hybrid.md) - [Full-Size Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-toyota-land-cruiser-hybrid-300.md) - [Enhanced Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-volvo-xc90.md)