The 2025 Ford Escape attracts drivers who are always up for adventure. And with its many trim models and engine options, you can equip this compact crossover SUV for as much power, efficiency, and luxury as you can handle!
Key Takeaways
- The Escape has returned for the 2025 model year!
- Choose from six incredible trim models: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and Plug-in Hybrid.
- You’ll find the most powerful Escape engine in the ST-Line Select trim model and up!
- Although the Escape remains a popular choice, Ford is discontinuing its compact crossover to clear factory space for its all-new EV models.
Is there going to be a 2025 Ford Escape?
Yes — in fact, it’s already here! The latest version of Ford’s compact crossover returns mostly unchanged from the previous model year. And just like other fourth-generation models, the new Escape delivers incredible speed, especially when equipped with its 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine. If you prefer to drive home with the thriftiest option, check out the Escape PHEV trim model, which earns up to 105 MPGe, including a 37-mile electric driving range! In addition to the PHEV, you can choose from five other trim models, which offer a range of luxury and tech upgrades for all budgets.
What are the 2025 Ford Escape trim levels?
The Escape is big on options, with six available trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum and PHEV. The Active kicks off the lineup with an impressive list of standard features, and each model further up the list adds more style and luxury!
Active
The entry-level Escape is handsomely equipped with modern features, including smartphone-friendly infotainment and driver safety aids.
- 17-inch Shadow Silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- 8-inch LCD instrument cluster
- SYNC 4 with 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Ford Co-Pilot360 safety aids
ST-Line
The ST-Line adds to the base lineup with its trademark sporty style and utility features.
- 18-inch Rock Metallic-painted aluminum wheels
- Partial vinyl and cloth seats with Red stitching
- Flat-bottom steering wheel with Red stitching
- Black roof-rack rails
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
ST-Line Select
For more technology and winter-friendly comfort, check out the ST-Line Select.
- Remote start system
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power liftgate
- All-wheel drive
ST-Line Elite
The ST-Line Elite is one of the most luxurious Escape trim models, adding to the aforementioned items with even more comfort and style upgrades!
- 19-inch machined-face Ebony-painted aluminum wheels
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Wireless charging pad
- Body-color fascia, rocker panels, bumpers
- Adaptive cruise control
Platinum
The Platinum is synonymous with stylish luxury! When it comes to upscale comforts and tech features, the Platinum is equipped a lot like the ST-Line Elite (just without the ST-Line styling). The Platinum has its own upscale vibe, featuring perforated ActiveX seating and chrome exterior trim!
- 19-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with Dark Tarnished-painted pockets
- ActiveX-trimmed seats with mini-perforation
- Power-adjustable, heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Wireless charging pad
- Power liftgate
PHEV
This trim model delivers the Escape’s best EPA figures, along with an impressive array of comfort and convenience features! It’s not quite as luxurious as the Platinum or ST-Line Elite, but it comes close.
- 18-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with Magnetic-painted pockets
- Partial vinyl and cloth seats
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Power liftgate
- Adaptive cruise control
Which 2025 Ford Escape has the most horsepower?
The Escape’s higher trim models — the ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum — come standard with this compact crossover’s most powerful engine, the 250-horsepower 2.0-liter EcoBoost. Unlike most compact crossovers, however, the Escape offers your choice of four powerful (yet thrifty) engines, depending on which trim model you select:
- Active, ST-Line: turbo 1.5L three-cylinder engine (180 hp, 199 lb-ft)
- ST-Line Select and up: turbo 2.0L four-cylinder (250 hp, 280 lb-ft)
- PHEV: 2.5L plug-in hybrid powertrain (210 hp)
- Optional for ST-Line and up: 2.5L hybrid powertrain (192 hp)
The Escape’s 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter EcoBoost engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. These engines are available with sporty all-wheel drive, performance gear that enhances traction around turns and down trails.
The 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain, optional for the ST-Line and up, includes a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. But it also offers all-wheel drive as an option! The Escape PHEV trim’s exclusive plug-in hybrid powertrain also utilizes a continuously variable transmission, but it’s only available with front-wheel drive.
Why is Ford discontinuing the Escape?
To make factory space for its upcoming EV models, Ford will eventually retire its trusty compact crossover. Although Ford hasn’t announced which model year will be the last, we’ve heard reports that Ford will end production on the Escape by 2026.
Right now, though, you can order a brand new 2025 Ford Escape, starting at $27,995! Going forward, your new Escape will be covered by Ford’s extensive warranty, including limited powertrain coverage for five years or 60,000 miles (whichever comes first). And since Ford will be around for a long time to come, you can expect to find any Escape parts you may need in the future easily available on the market! At Jarrett Scott Ford we can help you find the Escape SUV you want! Stop in today.