The 2025 Ford Escape is nearly here, poised to deliver an all-star blend of sporty performance and modern comfort. The latest version of this compact SUV offers everything from turbocharged athleticism to plug-in hybrid efficiency. Better still, six trim models deliver increasing levels of rich interior comfort and enhanced technology!
Key Takeaways
- You can order your 2025 Ford Escape right now!
- Choose from six handsomely equipped Escape trim models: the Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and PHEV.
- This small crossover is a mighty option, generating up to 250 horsepower.
- Although this might be the final year for the Escape, we can look forward to all-new EV models from Ford!
Is Ford coming out with a 2025 Escape?
Not only is Ford nearly ready to produce a 2025 Escape, but you can order yours today, starting at $27,995! This small crossover is as stylish and capable as ever, offering your choice of four powerful (and efficient) engine options. Six trim models allow you to balance your budget with luxury and tech upgrades.
What are the 2025 Ford Escape trim models?
For 2025, shoppers can choose from six trim models. The base Active helps you save money on a sporty, modern compact crossover. The St-Line, ST-Line Select, and ST-Line Elite offer unique styling and increasing amounts of interior comfort and tech upgrades. The Platinum is a luxurious choice, and the PHEV combines interior luxury with a plug-in hybrid powertrain!
Active
The entry-level Escape is handsomely equipped with supportive seating, modern infotainment features, and safety aids.
- Cloth seating
- 8-inch digital instrument cluster
- SYNC 4 infotainment with 8-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Six-speaker sound system
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Ford Co-Pilot 360 Technology with rearview camera
- 17-inch Shadow Silver-painted aluminum wheels
- Turbo 1.5L three-cylinder engine
- Optional all-wheel drive
ST-Line
For a little more style, the ST-Line adds to the standard lineup with sporty flourishes like a flat-bottom steering wheel and black exterior trim.
- Partial vinyl and cloth seats with Red stitching
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Flat-bottom steering wheel with Red stitching
- Black roof-rack rails
- 18-inch Rock Metallic-painted aluminum wheels
- Optional turbo 2.0L four-cylinder engine upgrade
ST-Line Select
This Escape adds to the aforementioned features with some coveted comfort and convenience options!
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Power liftgate
- Remote start system
- Turbo 2.0L four-cylinder engine upgrade
- All-wheel drive
Platinum
The Escape Platinum is a luxury option with its own unique styling, including swanky 19-inch wheels and ActiveX upholstery!
- ActiveX-trimmed seats with mini-perforation
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Power liftgate
- 19-inch aluminum wheels with Dark Tarnished-painted pockets
- Turbo 2.0L four-cylinder engine upgrade
- Optional hybrid powertrain
- Optional Premium Technology Package
ST-Line Elite
If you’re looking for the most handsomely equipped Escape, you’re going to love the ST-Line Elite. This stylish trim model adds luxury upgrades to the ST-Line Select lineup, including built-in navigation and adaptive cruise control!
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- 13.2-inch touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Wireless smartphone charging pad
- Adaptive cruise control
- 19-inch Ebony-painted aluminum wheels
- Body-color bumpers, rocker panels and fascia
- Turbo 2.0L four-cylinder engine upgrade
- Optional hybrid powertrain
- Optional Premium Technology Package
Plug-In Hybrid
The Escape PHEV is the only trim model available with the thrifty plug-in hybrid powertrain, which delivers both 40 mpg combined and a 37-mile electric driving range! But this small crossover is also an upscale option, piling on the comfort and tech upgrades.
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- Vinyl and cloth upholstery
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- 13.2-inch central touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Power liftgate
- Adaptive cruise control
- 18-inch aluminum wheels with Magnetic-painted pockets
- Optional PHEV Premium Package
How much horsepower does the 2025 Ford Escape deliver?
With up to 250 horsepower, the 2025 Escape leaves other compact crossovers in the dust. In addition to outsized power, the Escape offers something else you don’t often see in this segment, with four engine options. Depending on which trim model you select, you can even choose between two extra-efficient options, a hybrid and plug-in hybrid!
Four engine options are available, though availability varies according to Escape trim model:
- 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)
Is Ford phasing out the Escape?
By now, you’ve probably heard that Ford plans to eventually retire its gas-powered compact crossover. And while the 2025 Escape is largely expected to be the last (get yours while you can!), nothing is certain yet. The Escape may return as an all-electric model, or it might be canceled completely and replaced with a similarly sized EV SUV! We’ll update this space when we learn more.