Without Ford, the SUV segment as we know it today might not have ever existed. The impact of the Ford Explorer in the early 1990s in terms of accessibility has been well documented. However, the Ford Escape was just as integral to the growth and development of the vehicle class. Arriving in 2000 and one of the first SUVs to offer a scaled-down size and powertrain yet retain the practicality and performance many look for in an SUV, the 2025 Ford Escape still upholds these principles.
Now in its fourth generation of production, the 2025 Ford Escape is proof that a quality vehicle doesn't have to make many changes to remain one of the best options for consumers. When the Escape debuted, it offered a unibody design for agile handling both in the city and off the pavement, as well as an economical four-cylinder engine for conservative fuel consumption.
The 2025 Ford Escape is still powered by a host of powertrain options that are geared toward economical performance. Agile, practical, and offering discerning drivers everything they might be looking for in an SUV, the 2025 Ford Escape is set to make quite the impact. Come by our dealership to take an in-person look under the hood and sit behind the wheel of one of Ford's most versatile vehicles.
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Since its inception, Ford has been closely associated with performance, capability, and versatility. The 2025 Ford Escape embodies the Blue Oval brand's knack for giving drivers precisely what they need, with four unique powertrain options that offer exceptional capability.
1.5L Three-Cylinder Ecoboost: The base engine of the Escape has a unique blend of economy and performance that can get you around town and facilitate occupational tasks and other adventures. The economical three-cylinder engine benefits from 180 hp with start and stop technology, which powers down the engine when the SUV comes to a complete stop. All of the Escape's engines are paired with a CVT, which has been proven effective in the stop-and-go traffic patterns that accompany city driving. Front-wheel drive is the standard format, but all-wheel drive is available. The base engine is also capable of supporting a 2,000-lb towing capacity.
2.0L Four-Cylinder Ecoboost: Standard on the ST-Line Select trim, this engine is where the rubber meets the road and performance is elevated. With 250 hp and the ability to produce an impressive 280 lb-ft of torque, this is what the performance-oriented driver looks for. Standard AWD allows for exceptional handling and an impressive maximum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs.
2.5L Four-Cylinder Hybrid: This is the first of two hybrid powertrain options available for the 2025 Ford Escape. It provides 192 hp by using a gasoline engine with an electric motor to provide additional clout while recapturing some expended energy through regenerative braking. Both hybrid versions of the Ford Escape are capable of light towing applications with a maximum capacity of 1,500 lbs.
2.5L Four-Cylinder PHEV: The Ford Escape PHEV combines performance and economy. It offers hybrid, conventional, and electric-only driving to facilitate various driving situations. 210 hp allows for performance that surpasses both the 1.3L four-cylinder and the hybrid powertrain.
In addition to its four unique powertrain options, the 2025 Ford Escape offers four unique driving modes that allow you to adapt to various road conditions during your travels.
Normal: The ideal balance of sustainable fuel economy and agile performance is perfect for the daily commute or the short jaunt around town.
Eco: Suited for travels requiring you to conserve fuel, such as traffic jams or long commutes. Eco mode makes adjustments to the engine and transmission to provide an economical drive.
Sport: Drivers who favor performance can take advantage of this mode. The transmission and throttle are both optimized for quicker response time.
Slippery: Road conditions can be quite unpredictable. When rain or snow impedes your ability to have a pleasant experience behind the wheel, traction and stability control are engaged to keep your vehicle's position on the road secure.
The 2025 Ford Escape has several items that make the experience behind the wheel enjoyable and exciting. The interior is where you'll be spending the majority of your time, and Ford has once again gone above and beyond to ensure that its drivers have the best. Naturally, the quality and quantity of items vary by trim, but no matter which variation of the 2025 Ford Escape you decide to purchase, you're getting some of the best.
Like most SUVs, the interior of the Ford Escape is anchored by its infotainment screen. Base trims come equipped with an eight-inch setup that includes wireless compatibility with both Apple and Android products and SYNC 4, Ford's user-intuitive software technology. SYNC 4 receives continuous over-the-air updates, ensuring that you always have the latest version at your fingertips. Audio quality is ensured thanks to a standard six-speaker stereo system.
Upper trims are gifted items that enhance the driving experience even further, such as a larger 13.2-inch screen that provides wireless charging and navigation. For the discerning audiophile, an available stereo system from B&O can be installed, equipped with ten speakers and a subwoofer for the very best in audio quality.
The ST-Line Select trim comes with additional items, such as heated front seats and a power liftgate, to make loading and unloading easy. Speaking of, the 2025 Escape offers the practicality many SUV owners are eager to take advantage of. The Ford Escape offers spacious seating for five, and even when all seats are occupied, 37.5 cu.ft. of storage space is at your disposal. For those moments that require as much cargo room as possible, the Escape offers 65.4 cu.ft. of storage with the rear seats folded.
With such a unique blend of sophistication and the items that many SUV owners covet, the 2025 Ford Escape is literally everything in one package.
Performance and comfort aside, there's no substitute for a safe vehicle that will provide you with the very best in peace of mind. Ford's reputation for developing vehicles that promote safe travel is well-established. The 2025 Ford Escape comes with a host of safety and driving assistance features that are a part of the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite. These are among the most advanced in the entire industry.
Lane Keeping System: Sometimes visibility and driver fatigue can hinder our ability to be safe and responsible drivers. This technology monitors road markings to ensure you keep your proper position.
Evasive Steering Assist: Drivers develop a trait called reaction time with experience. The moment when a potential collision is spotted and the proper maneuvers are implemented passes in seconds. Evasive Steering Assist provides additional help in avoiding accidents.
Rear-view camera: This is an essential item for any driver who lives in a residential area. Proper visibility when backing out of a driveway or parking lot is essential. With increased awareness of your surroundings, you can avoid accidents with other vehicles or pedestrians.
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) w/ Cross Traffic Alert: Another technology to enhance your oversight and surroundings, Ford's BLIS tool is essential for having additional sight on the areas that normally wouldn't be visible to the naked eye.
Pre-Collision Assist w/ Automatic Emergency Braking: Another item essential for preserving reaction time, camera and radar technology are utilized to detect a potential collision, and just in case pressure is not applied to the brake pedal in time, automatic braking will be engaged.
Auto High Beams: It's imperative to have a line of sight when you're behind the wheel. High beams are engaged when visibility is limited and disengage when oncoming traffic is present.
Adaptive Cruise Control: Standard on the ST-Line Elite trim, Adaptive Cruise Control is essential for preserving reaction time during highway driving. When traveling above 25 mph, speeds are adjusted in accordance with traffic patterns. Adaptive Cruise Control allows you to follow other vehicles at a safe distance.
With multiple trims and powertrain options that allow you to have the driving experience you've always wanted, the 2025 Ford Escape is everything you could possibly want in an SUV. Besides its lineup that suits any driver's needs, Ford's exceptional warranty coverage and a wide array of safety features mean having the most peace of mind when you're on the road.
Getting behind the wheel of the 2025 Ford Escape is easy. To test drive one of the most practical and advantageous SUVs on the marketplace, you only need to visit Jim Ellis Ford. Not only do we have the Escape on our lot and ready to be transported to your driveway, but we also have a sales team who will assist you in deciding which configuration is ideally suited for you.
We'll help you obtain financing if necessary, and our parts and service team will help preserve the longevity of your purchase by giving it all the care it needs to last for several years and thousands of miles. We offer a better way to buy.
*Images, fuel economy, and other stats, may reflect higher trim levels, options, or features that may result in a higher cost from the starting MSRP.
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