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Old 09-27-2007, 11:17 AM
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Default Re: Tahoe and Yukon Hybrid FE Numbers to be formally announced

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Originally Posted by bwilson4web View Post
... Would the Ford Escape Hybrid also be in that list?
No. It's a question of capability. When I stated that SUVs tend to interact across segments like mid-size to large or large to luxury, the idea is that, someone who's requirements are on the low end of what could be handled by a full size SUV might drop down to a midsize. Likewise someone who's requirements are on the low side of medium might drop down to a small SUV. Very rarely do you see market interaction between a large SUV and a small SUV. A person who needs 7 passenger capability might move from a Tahoe to a Saturn Outlook, but not down to a Ford Escape. Won't even open the "towing & hauling" door. Otherwise the Highlander and the HiHy would also be peeled off of my list.

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Martin

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I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

Last edited by martinjlm : 09-27-2007 at 01:35 PM. Reason: forgot my usual "Peace, Martin" tag
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