The 2025 Ford Escape is one of two models offered by the U.S. automaker in the compact crossover segment. First introduced for the 2001 model year, the Escape has consistently been one of Ford’s best-selling vehicles in North America, while the current fourth generation arrived for 2020.
The Escape has been joined in the segment by the Ford Bronco Sport in the segment, which was introduced for the 2021 model year. The Bronco Sport is more off-road focused, while the Escape targets a more urban-minded audience.
2025 Ford Escape Changes and Updates
For the 2025 model year, the Escape loses some equipment, such as the ambient interior lighting kit and the rain-sensing windshield wipers that were available high-end trim levels, along with the Active Park Assist 2.0 system that autonomously parked the vehicle with little driver intervention. Non-hybrid units ditch their spare tire for a tire inflator kit, although the spare tire remains as a standalone option.
In addition, the Active trim’s Tech Pack #2 becomes the Active Premium Tech Pack and loses the body-color mirror caps, while the 360-degree camera system is replaced by a digital rear camera. On the Active trim, the 8-way power driver seat is replaced by a 6-way manual seat. The power liftgate on the Active and ST-Line variants moves from the standard features list to the options list.
The ST-Line Select loses its body-color lower bumper trim and rocker panels, switching for unpainted components like on the ST-Line. On the Platinum and ST-Line Elite, the 360-degree camera system is no longer standard, as it’s now part of the Premium Technology Package. The latter swaps leather seats for ActiveX synthetic upholstery. Finally, the Escape PHEV’s Premium Package loses its polished steel beltline moulding, while the leather seats are replaced by ActiveX material.
2025 Ford Escape Trim Levels and Pricing
The Escape is offered in Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite and Plug-in Hybrid trim levels. Front-wheel and all-wheel drivetrains are available on select trim levels, while the Escape PHEV is front-drive only.
The base powertrain is a turbocharged 1.5L three-cylinder engine that develops 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, while the upgrade engine is a turbo 2.0L inline-four that develops 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet, and both are managed by an eight-speed automatic transmission. We’ll note here the 2.0L engine’s power rating was achieved using 93-octane fuel, so it’s we can expect a little than 250 horsepower if we use regular gasoline.
The Escape’s hybrid system consists of a naturally aspirated 2.5L inline-four that develops 163 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque, assisted by an electric motor and a small battery pack, managed by an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission, for a combined output of 192 horsepower. The Escape PHEV adds a 14.4 kWh battery pack and slightly more muscular electric motor for a combined output of 210 horsepower.
| Engine | Trans | Drive | MSRP | Freight & PDI | A/C Tax | Dealer Fees | Net Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Active | Turbo 1.5L I3 | 8AT | FWD | $32,849 | $2,295 | $100 | $35,244 | |
| Active | Turbo 1.5L I3 | 8AT | AWD | $35,449 | $2,295 | $100 | $37,844 | |
| ST-Line | Turbo 1.5L I3 | 8AT | FWD | $34,849 | $2,295 | $100 | $37,244 | |
| ST-Line | Turbo 1.5L I3 | 8AT | AWD | $37,449 | $2,295 | $100 | $39,844 | |
| ST-Line Hybrid | 2.5L I4 HEV | ECVT | FWD | $40,849 | $2,295 | $100 | $43,244 | |
| ST-Line Hybrid | 2.5L I4 HEV | ECVT | AWD | $43,449 | $2,295 | $100 | $45,844 | |
| ST-Line Select | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 8AT | AWD | $39,949 | $2,295 | $100 | $42,344 | |
| ST-Line Select Hybrid | 2.5L I4 HEV | ECVT | AWD | $43,949 | $2,295 | $100 | $46,344 | |
| Platinum | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 8AT | AWD | $42,199 | $2,295 | $100 | $44,594 | |
| Platinum Hybrid | 2.5L I4 HEV | ECVT | AWD | $46,199 | $2,295 | $100 | $48,594 | |
| ST-Line Elite | Turbo 2.0L I4 | 8AT | AWD | $43,699 | $2,295 | $100 | $46,094 | |
| ST-Line Elite Hybrid | 2.5L I4 HEV | ECVT | AWD | $47,699 | $2,295 | $100 | $50,094 | |
| PHEV | 2.5L I4 PHEV | ECVT | FWD | $41,499 | $2,295 | $100 | $43,894 |
Note: during the model year, the Escape’s MSRP increased by $700 on all trim levels except the Escape PHEV, which received a $2,500 price drop. The Escape’s freight and delivery charges increased by $100.
2025 Ford Escape Specifications
| Active | Active | ST-Line | ST-Line | ST-Line Select | Platinum | ST-Line Elite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Turbo 1.5L I3 | Turbo 1.5L I3 | Turbo 1.5L I3 | Turbo 1.5L I3 | Turbo 2.0L I4 | Turbo 2.0L I4 | Turbo 2.0L I4 |
| Transmission | 8AT | 8AT | 8AT | 8AT | 8AT | 8AT | 8AT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Output (hp @ rpm) | 180 @ 6,000 | 180 @ 6,000 | 180 @ 6,000 | 180 @ 6,000 | 250 @ 5,500 | 250 @ 5,500 | 250 @ 5,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 199 @ 3,000 | 199 @ 3,000 | 199 @ 3,000 | 199 @ 3,000 | 280 @ 3,000 | 280 @ 3,000 | 280 @ 3,000 |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio (kg/hp) | 8.3 | 8.6 | 8.3 | 8.6 | 6.4 | 6.4 | 6.4 |
| City/Highway/Combined Fuel Economy (L/100 km) | 8.9 / 6.9 / 8.0 | 9.2 / 7.4 / 8.4 | 8.9 / 6.9 / 8.0 | 9.2 / 7.4 / 8.4 | 10.2 / 7.6 / 9.1 | 10.2 / 7.6 / 9.1 | 10.2 / 7.6 / 9.1 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (L) | 56 | 59.4 | 56 | 59.4 | 59.4 | 59.4 | 59.4 |
| Required Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Standard Wheels and Tires | 225/65R17 | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (m) | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 |
| Length (mm) | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 |
| Width Excluding Mirrors (mm) | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 |
| Track Width Front/Rear (mm) | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 |
| Height (mm) | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 |
| Track Width Front/Rear (mm) | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 191 | 191 | 191 | 191 | 191 | 175 | 175 |
| Approach/Breakover/Departure Angles (degrees) | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Headroom Front (With Sunroof)/Rear (mm) | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 |
| Legroom Front/Rear (mm) | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 | 1,077 / 1,035 |
| Shoulder Room Front/Rear (mm) | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 |
| Hip Room Front/Rear (mm) | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 |
| Cargo Volume Min/Max (L) | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 | 1,062 / 1,852 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1,489 | 1,551 | 1,489 | 1,551 | 1,607 | 1,607 | 1,607 |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | 907 | 907 | 907 | 907 | 907 | 1,588 | 1,588 |
| ST-Line Hybrid | ST-Line Hybrid | ST-Line Select Hybrid | Platinum Hybrid | ST-Line Elite Hybrid | Plug-in Hybrid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L I4 HEV | 2.5L I4 HEV | 2.5L I4 HEV | 2.5L I4 HEV | 2.5L I4 HEV | 2.5L I4 PHEV |
| Transmission | ECVT | ECVT | ECVT | ECVT | ECVT | ECVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| Combined Output (hp) | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 192 | 210 |
| Combined Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 155 @ 4,500 | 155 @ 4,500 | 155 @ 4,500 | 155 @ 4,500 | 155 @ 4,500 | 155 @ 4,500 |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 14.4 |
| Power-To-Weight Ratio (kg / hp) | 8.3 | 9.2 | 9.2 | 9.2 | 9.2 | 8 |
| City/Highway/Combined Fuel Economy (L/100 km) | 5.6 / 6.5 / 6.0 | 5.6 / 6.5 / 6.0 | 5.6 / 6.5 / 6.0 | 5.6 / 6.5 / 6.0 | 5.6 / 6.5 / 6.0 | 5.6 / 6.3 / 5.9 |
| EV-Only Combined Fuel Economy Equivalent (Le/100 km) | 2.3 | |||||
| EV-Only Driving Range (km) | 60 | |||||
| Fuel Tank Capacity (L) | 54.1 | 54.1 | 54.1 | 54.1 | 54.1 | 42 |
| Required Fuel | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Standard Wheels and Tires | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 | 225/60R18 | 225/55R19 | 225/55R19 | 225/60R18 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (m) | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 | 11.7 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 | 2,710 |
| Length (mm) | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 | 4,585 |
| Width Excluding Mirrors (mm) | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 | 1,882 |
| Track Width Front/Rear (mm) | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 | 1,585 / 1,570 |
| Height (mm) | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 | 1,679 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 191 | 191 | 191 | 175 | 175 | 191 |
| Approach/Breakover/Departure Angles (degrees) | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Headroom Front (With Sunroof)/Rear (mm) | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 | 1,016 / 998 |
| Legroom Front/Rear (mm) | 1,077 / 989 | 1,077 / 989 | 1,077 / 989 | 1,077 / 989 | 1,077 / 989 | 1,077 / 989 |
| Shoulder Room Front/Rear (mm) | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 | 1,463 / 1,422 |
| Hip Room Front/Rear (mm) | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 | 1,402 / 1,354 |
| Cargo Volume Min/Max (L) | 974 / 1,722 | 974 / 1,722 | 974 / 1,722 | 974 / 1,722 | 974 / 1,722 | 974 / 1,722 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1,596 | 1,771 | 1,771 | 1,771 | 1,771 | 1,672 |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
2025 Ford Escape Warranty Coverage
In Canada, the 2025 Ford Escape is covered by a 3-year/60,000 km Basic Limited Warranty (whichever comes first) and a 5-year/100,000 km Powertrain Limited Warranty, along with a 5-year/unlimited-km Rust Perforation Limited Warranty. An 8-year/160,000 km warranty covers the hybrid/electric components as well.
24-hour roadside assistance is offered on the Escape for 5 years or 100,000 km in Canada, whichever comes first.
What the 2025 Ford Escape Does Well
- The Escape is available with no less than four powertrains, two drivetrains and a multitude of trim levels, so there’s something for everyone, whether we’re focused on performance or fuel economy, and whether we prefer a more budget-minded Escape or a luxurious one.
- With HEV and PHEV powertrains, fuel economy is obviously one of the Escape’s strong points. The Hybrid variants lead the segment in efficiency alongside the Toyota RAV4, while the Escape PHEV’s combined fuel economy equivalent average leads the compact crossover pack. Even the turbo 1.5L engine is among the most frugal non-hybrid crossovers in the segment.
- The Escape’s SYNC 4 infotainment system is easy to use and there’s a sufficient amount of room for all passengers.
- Ford’s crossover is competitively priced, and that applies to gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants alike.
What the 2025 Ford Escape Doesn’t Do Well
- Interior fit and finish isn’t great. Shiny and budget-looking plastics adorn the lower portion of the cabin, while the door panels sound hollow when we tap on them and are rough on the elbows. We’re expecting a little better in the highly contested compact crossover mix.
- While we applaud the Escape PHEV’s efficiency and useful EV-only driving range of 60 km, the plug-in hybrid system can’t combined to an all-wheel drivetrain. That’s quite a bummer for potential buyers living in Canada who would certainly appreciate the extra grip. All of the Escape PHEV’s rivals offer AWD.
- The base engine is efficient and powerful enough for the daily commute, but it suffers from a lack of overall refinement. It’s loud and doesn’t sound very good.
- The thick roof pillars, front and rear, reduce outward visibility, especially at the rear. We can blame the Escape’s round, sporty exterior design for that. Some rivals such as the Subaru Forester have a more upright window surface, and bigger side windows, which helps cutting down on blind spots.
2025 Ford Escape Competition
The Escape competes with the Buick Envision, the Chevrolet Equinox, the Chevrolet Equinox EV, the Ford Bronco Sport, the GMC Terrain, the Honda CR-V, the Hyundai Tucson, the Jeep Compass, the Kia Sportage, the Mazda CX-5, the Mazda CX-50, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, the Mitsubishi Outlander, the Nissan Rogue, the Subaru Forester, the Toyota RAV4 and the Volkswagen Tiguan.
