The turn of the century brought a handful of changes, yet some were years in the making. Shortly before the new millennium, SUVs took off in popularity, and the 21st century undoubtedly began with millions of drivers trading in sedans and station wagons in favor of a shiny new SUV from one of the most popular manufacturers. An SUV born from the era of the SUV entering the cultural mainstream is the Ford Escape, and it’s a name that runs through the minds of anyone familiar with compact SUVs, as it’s a vehicle many have either purchased or have thought of purchasing.
The 2025 Ford Escape doesn’t stray from the pact of its incredible predecessors. Ford has mastered the design and functionality of SUVs and is leagues above some competing brands. If you’re in the market for a compact SUV, the 2025 Escape is the perfect car you should purchase today, and our team of experts will provide you with anything you need.
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You can purchase the 2025 Ford Escape in one of four powertrain configurations. The base powertrain involves a turbocharged 1.5L I-3 engine with 8-speed automatic transmission, outputting 180 hp, 199 lb-ft of torque, and garnering a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs. The engine comes standard with FWD, but AWD is available upon custom configuration.
Auto Start-Stop technology is also built into the base engine, meaning your 2025 Escape will intelligently stop your engine when your vehicle isn’t in motion and instantly turn back on once you begin moving. Ultimately, features like Start-Stop technology make sense, and the 2025 Escape takes the initiative to protect your investment. By not constantly running your engine, stopping at red lights, stop signs, or sitting in your driveway, you’re saving money on fuel while extending the longevity of your powertrain.
The turbocharged 1.5L I-3 engine comes standard with the Active and ST-Line. However, if you purchase the ST-Line Select, Platinum, or the ST-Line Elite, the standard powertrain, if you buy an EcoBoost model, includes a turbocharged 2.0L I-4 engine that similarly pairs with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The turbocharged 2.0L I-4 engine is the best traditional gasoline-powered powertrain you can purchase for the 2025 Escape, with its 250 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque providing a 39% and 41% increase in horsepower and torque over the base engine, respectively. The maximum towing capacity of the 2025 Escape increases to 3,500 lbs with the upgraded engine, a 75% increase over the base turbocharged engine.
Any trim but the Active, even the ST-Line, can be purchased in a hybrid variant, a powertrain combination combining an engine with hybrid components, like a battery and motor. The 2025 Escape’s hybrid powertrain setup has a 2.5L I-4 hybrid engine that uses an Atkinson combustion cycle and Ford’s iVCT system, a variable timing solution built to compete with competitors like Honda V-Tech, and does an excellent job at providing an excellent accelerative punch you wouldn’t expect from a hybrid. Gaining speed is smooth with no discernible gear shift thanks to the continuously variable Automatic transmission (CVT).
The last 2025 Ford Escape powertrain is exclusive to the Plug-in Hybrid trim and is aptly a PHEV powertrain. The PHEV powertrain has much in common with the HEV, including a CVT paired with the 2.5L Atkinson Cycle I-4 engine with iVCT, a battery, and a motor. However, the 2025 Escape PHEV has a charging port for the 14.4 kWh battery, enabling you to access electric power without gasoline—a perfect tool for emergencies. You can charge your Escape PHEV at home or in a public DC charging area. The towing capacity of the PHEV and HEV models are both 1,500 lbs, but the PHEV gives you 210 hp, which is a 9% increase over the HEV.
The 2025 Ford Escape has an excellent interior, and Ford gives you everything a compact SUV owner would want. Are you looking for excellent cargo space and legroom? The 2025 Escape has you covered with both. Are you shopping for an SUV with high-end comfort without spending an equally high-end price? Again, the 2025 Escape has you covered. Your 2025 Escape’s cargo space depends on whether you purchase any gasoline-powered models or one of the hybrid variants.
Inside 2025 Escape models that aren’t one of the hybrid variants, you’ll have an outstanding 37.5 cu.ft. of cargo space for you and your passengers to work with. You can bring along a cabin of people—five passengers, including yourself—on vacation in your 2025 Escape, and everyone can bring a large suitcase with all of their belongings. The chances are that you’ll still have room to store more cargo if needed.
If you fold down the second row of seats, 2025 Escape models with the EcoBoost engine will lend a cargo space boost to 65.4 cu.ft. of space. One of the most notable highlights of the 2025 Escape’s interior is the 42.4 inches of maximum front-row legroom, which is fantastic for the compact SUV class. Cargo space slightly shifts if you purchase an HEV or PHEV model. A hybrid 2025 Escape nets 34.4 cu.ft. of cargo space when the backseats are up and 60.8 cu.ft. once folded, meaning you aren’t losing significant interior room between hybrid and non-hybrid Escape models.
Sitting in the 2025 Escape offers you a moment to relax, sit comfortably, listen to your favorite music, and cruise the streets. The 2025 Escape has features that greatly enhance the interior and make it more enjoyable than many vehicles in its price range, even for those accompanying you. Everywhere you look in the 2025 Escape’s interior, you’ll notice every nook and cranny built with quality in mind. Everything is more condensed yet equally accessible, and the extra space makes the center of the interior feel more open.
While you’ll spend more for a seating upgrade or a higher-tier trim, the available power-adjustable seats are a must-have for optimal comfort. However, that doesn’t prevent the manually adjustable seats in the base Escape any less comfortable to sit in – just more time-consuming to find a seating position you find most comfortable. The front row seats of the 2025 Escape come with heating capabilities, depending on the trim you choose, along with an available 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat and a 6-way power-adjustable passenger’s chair.
Vehicles are far more than four wheels, seats, a powertrain, and other underhood components that get you from point A to point B. The 2025 Ford Escape is a great reminder of how far the industry has gotten, to the point that you can save money by not springing for a premium automobile but still get an experience perfect for what you’re looking for. Not every feature is present on the base trim, yet the entry-level model is saddled with excellent tech.
The 2025 Escape’s standard features range from practical to borderline premium. Springing for upgraded components by purchasing a higher-tier trim, the Escape becomes synonymous with premium tech. For example, the 2025 Escape has a standard 8-inch infotainment center with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; an optional wireless phone charging pad keeps wires out of your cabin entirely.
The upgraded experience features a SYNC 4 infotainment unit with an eye-catching 13.2-inch screen displaying high-resolution content – the 13.2-inch infotainment center feels like you’re placing a computer inside your car, and SYNC 4 systems are among the best you can currently buy. The large viewing area calls for some incredible opportunities with the incorporated tech; an available 360-degree camera displays its feed via the 13.2-inch screen, giving you a better view than you’ve ever had while reversing. The SYNC 4 setup also sports Alexa Built-In, so if you’re invested in the Amazon ecosystem, the Escape becomes the perfect companion for your shopping or media consumption needs.
Ford Co-Pilot360 comes standard with the 2025 Escape. Thanks to the suite, you don’t need to individually pick and choose from a handful of advanced safety features, because they all come standard, even if you purchase the base trim. The standard safety package includes features like Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and a Lane-Keeping System.
Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and the Lane-Keeping System each include what we consider two variables: preemptive and assistive. Whether you’re in danger of rear-ending the vehicle in front of you or not staying in your intended lane, you’ll be warned in both events thanks to the Pre-Collision Assist and Lane-Keeping System, serving as the preemptive variable.
If you don’t stop your vehicle in time, the Automatic Emergency Braking portion of the Pre-Collision Assist system takes the assistive role. It provides braking pressure to avoid a collision. The Lane-Keeping System will also provide assistance to guide you safely back into the correct lane. Other Ford Co-Pilot360 features you should know about include the Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, which uses sensors to warn you if a vehicle is in your blind spot, alerting you not to switch lanes; the alert appears via an illuminated logo on the side-view mirror that corresponds to the blocked blind-spot. Cross-Traffic Alert makes the sensors multipurpose and uses its tech to alert you of any passing cars when reversing into traffic, like out of a driveway or parking lot.
DePaula Ford knows the ins and outs of the automotive market, and we’re the experts you should trust with any vehicle shopping. If you’re buying a Ford vehicle, we’re the place to start because our selection includes Ford models from SUVs to trucks, vans, sedans, and EVs. As long as the vehicle you want is in Ford’s lineup, we’re the best place to search, discuss with experts, and purchase your dream car.
We make it easy to get behind the wheel of the vehicle you want, but even if you don’t know where to begin, our experts will take the necessary time to listen to what you’re looking for, the wants and needs you’d like focused on, and our team will instantly know where to look. When you visit our dealership, you’ll notice we have an on-site service center—our facilities are complete with certified technicians who can diagnose and fix problems.
We also provide servicing like oil changes and tire rotations, among many other things. We’ll gladly help with routine maintenance on your car when it’s time for fresh oil, new fluids, new brake pads, brand-new tires, you name it. Come in today to check out the 2025 Ford Escape for yourself. We love this new addition to the 2025 Ford lineup, and look forward to showing you all the ways it will enhance your driving experience.
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