Compact SUVs are among the most popular vehicles on the road, so it is no surprise that you have a lot of options available to you when looking for one. This can make it tricky to find the vehicle that is perfect for you, but Ford has you covered with a fantastic selection of options including the 2025 Ford Escape. The Escape provides you with remarkable power and performance, a spacious and beautifully appointed interior, and many more amazing features inside and out. No matter what you are looking for in a great SUV that can fit into pretty much any lifestyle, the Ford Escape is here to deliver and make sure you enjoy your drive each day.
Most compact SUVs we see out there have one available engine, which can often be underpowered and leave their drivers looking for something more. Four different engines are offered for the 2025 Escape because Ford understands how important great performance is when looking for a vehicle. The standard 180-hp 1.5L engine is a great pick for daily driving if you are not too focused on performance and want a terrific all-around powertrain. For more power, the available 2.0L 250-hp engine takes things to another level, while the available hybrid engines give you incredible efficiency so you can go a lot longer between stops for gas.
Inside the 2025 Ford Escape, you will find a beautifully designed cabin with great features both standard and available. Even looking at the starting Active model, you get Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Intelligent Access functionality with push-button start, and an eight-inch instrument cluster display. If you want enhanced features, you can choose upgrades like an available 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 13.2-inch Ford SYNC 4 Infotainment system, and even a 10-speaker B&O sound system. Best of all, every Escape model includes Ford Co-Pilot360 technology that features Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, a Blind Spot Information System, and much more. No matter what you are looking for in your next compact SUV, the Ford Escape is here to deliver.
MSRP: 27,995 [a]
Horsepower: 250
Torque: 280 lb-ft
Cargo Space: 65.4 cu.ft.
Power and performance might not be the most important thing to you when looking at a compact SUV, but that does not mean you should settle for something underwhelming. Too often, other car companies make small vehicles like this and give it the bare minimum as the only powertrain, leaving you with something less than inspired. The 2025 Ford Escape has four different engines for you to choose from, starting with a 1.5L EcoBoost turbocharged I-3 that offers 180 hp and 199 lb-ft of torque. This is paired with an eight-speed automatic for a smooth and responsive drive, providing a good time as you get through your daily commute.
If you are looking for something with a bit more get-up-and-go in your compact SUV, then Ford has you covered there, too. An available 2.0L EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 engine cranks up performance with 250 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, a massive boost over the starting engine. This one is also paired with an eight-speed automatic, providing you with two fantastic options to choose from when it comes to conventional driving. If you are interested in something a bit different, then there is a 2.5L I-4 hybrid engine available with 192 hp, as well as a plug-in hybrid option with 210 hp and the ability to drive a short distance without using any gas.
These hybrid options are fun to drive, but where they truly excel is with the remarkable fuel efficiency they can provide. Based on last year’s specs, the standard engine gets an estimated 27 MPG in the city, 34 MPG on the highway, and 30 MPG of combined fuel economy. If you want the enhanced power of the available I-4 engine, then you lose a bit of efficiency, but you still get an estimated 23 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the highway, and 26 MPG of combined gas mileage. However, the 2.5L I-4 hybrid is the star of the show here, with an estimated 42 MPG in the city, 36 MPG on the highway, and 39 MPG combined fuel efficiency. That lets you go a long time between stops for gas, with enough power under the hood to ensure you enjoy yourself.
Since most of your time with your vehicle is spent with you inside of it, we think it is always a good idea to pay close attention to what the cabin has to offer. The 2025 Ford Escape might be a compact SUV, but it still provides you with plenty of room inside for you and your passengers to enjoy. You get two rows of seats for up to five people inside, with more than 42 inches of legroom and 40 inches of headroom up front, plus more than 40 inches of legroom and 39 inches of headroom in the back seats of most models. You also get more than 37 cu.ft. of cargo space in the back of non-hybrid models and more than 65 cu.ft. of total cargo volume behind the front seats in Escape models without a hybrid engine (the hybrids lose a bit of room).
The features inside the 2025 Ford Escape are also excellent, though what you find depends a bit on which trim level you are looking at. With the starting Active model, you get impressive comfort thanks to Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control, cloth seating, and a six-way adjustable driver’s seat. You will find an eight-inch color LCD instrument cluster in the Escape Active model, paired with an eight-inch SYNC 4 display and a six-speaker sound system. Intelligent Access with push-button start, front map lights, a second-row dome light, and Cruise Control are also all standard in the 2025 Escape.
If you are interested in enhanced features, then you should check out the Platinum model, which includes a stunning 12.3-inch full digital instrument cluster, a 13.2-inch SYNC 4 Infotainment display, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go. The Escape Platinum features a 10-way power driver’s seat, Activex-trimmed Sport Contour bucket seats with mini-perforation, and heated front seats for added comfort. You can take things even further with available options that include a 10-speaker B&O sound system with a subwoofer, a head-up display that projects information into your line of sight, and a Panoramic Vista Roof with a Power Shade to give you a gorgeous view of the sky overhead.
As much as we love everything about Ford vehicles, one thing that we get particularly excited about these days is the remarkable amount of safety technology packed into them. The 2025 Escape is the perfect example: every model comes with the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of driver assistance systems. This includes Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Evasive Steering Assist to help you avoid crashes. You also get a Lane-Keeping System standard, as well as a Blind Spot Information System with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert. These are amazing features that can help keep you and your loved ones safe, but you can take your safety further thanks to a number of available options across the Escape’s trim levels.
While Cruise Control is standard, for example, you can get Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, and Predictive Speed Assist to make your daily drive and long road trips easier and safer. More available features like Intersection Assist, and Rear Parking Sensors can help protect you and your loved ones in a variety of situations, including driving around the city and navigating crowded parking lots. An available auto-dimming rearview mirror can help you avoid being blinded by other drivers, while the available 360-Degree Camera with Split View gives you a virtual look around your vehicle while maneuvering at low speeds, helping you avoid obscured obstacles and keeping everyone safer.
Just looking at everything the Ford Escape offers, it is easy to see why so many drivers choose it as their compact SUV year after year. When you take a ride or test drive in one of these models, however, you can fully appreciate everything it offers and how it can enhance your time on the road each day. Whether you know that the Escape is right for you or you are still trying to figure things out and consider a variety of options, here at Faith’s Ford, their team is ready to help you find a terrific vehicle. They pride themselves on offering an amazing selection of Ford models for you to choose from, including a diverse selection of SUVs, so they can help you explore your options and drive away in something you love.
Finding the perfect vehicle starts with their friendly and knowledgeable salespeople who are ready to listen to you, answer all of your questions, and help you find the perfect vehicle. Their financing experts will help you explore different financing options and find you the right solution for your situation with rates that work for you, while their certified service center and parts department can help keep your Ford running beautifully for many years to come. No matter what you are looking for in your next ride, they will work with you while exploring your options and get you a terrific vehicle. Call or come visit Faith’s Ford today to learn more, and they will show you the vehicle you have been looking for.