In the 2025 Ford Escape, elevated style meets everyday adventure. Depending on how you configure yours, this compact crossover SUV can deliver high-end interior luxury, sporty speed, thrifty fuel economy, or some combination of all three!
Key Takeaways
- Yes! Ford’s compact crossover returns for 2025, as thrifty and powerful as ever.
- There are six Escape trim models available, offering everything from a great price to high-end luxury.
- This peppy crossover earns up to 40 mpg combined!
- The 2025 Escape is available to order, starting at $27,995!
Is Ford coming out with a 2025 Escape?
Yes! Although the Escape is slated for the chopping block, Ford’s popular compact crossover returns for the 2025 model year. A few years ago, the automaker announced that the Escape would eventually retire, clearing factory space for its upcoming EVs. But as Ford continues to revise its electric goals, it looks like Escape production won’t end until early 2026.
Until then, this compact crossover deserves your attention! Just like last year’s model, the 2025 Escape combines sporty power with excellent fuel economy. It also offers more options than other compact crossovers, including a wide range of trim models and powertrains!
Which 2025 Ford Escape trim model should I choose?
The Escape’s six trim models appeal to a wide range of budgets. Whether you plan to save money or maximize your interior comfort, this compact crossover has what you need. Before you choose between the Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and PHEV, check out highlights from each trim model below.
Active ($27,995)
The entry-level Escape comes at a great price and offers an incredible list of standard features.
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
- SYNC 4 infotainment
- 8-inch central touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety aids
ST-Line (from $28,990)
The ST-Line adds to the base Active lineup with flashy styling and added utility.
- Partial vinyl and cloth seats with Red stitching
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Flat-bottom steering wheel with Red stitching
- Black roof-rack rails
ST-Line Select (from $32,230)
In addition to aforementioned features, ST-Line Select enhances your interior comfort and everyday convenience.
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- Power liftgate
- All-wheel drive
Platinum (from $35,545)
This Escape adds to the Active lineup with high-end comfort and tech upgrades!
- ActiveX-trimmed seats with mini-perforation
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Remote start system
- 13.2-inch touchscreen
- Wireless smartphone charging
- Connected Navigation
- Power liftgate
ST-Line Elite (from $36,540)
The most luxurious ST-Line trim combines sporty style with high-end comfort and technology.
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- Connected Navigation
- Wireless smartphone charging
- 13.2-inch touchscreen
- Adaptive cruise control
- Body-color fascia, bumpers, and rocker panels
PHEV (from $38,400)
The only trim to feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the PHEV delivers the Escape’s best EPA ratings, along with a host of upscale comfort and tech features.
- Partial vinyl and cloth upholstery
- Remote start system
- Heated front seats
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- 13.2-inch touchscreen
- Connected Navigation
- Power liftgate
- Adaptive cruise control
Does the 2025 Ford Escape get good gas mileage?
The Escape earns excellent gas mileage! The thriftiest option is the Escape PHEV trim model, which achieves 40 mpg combined in hybrid mode. When you also include its 37-mile electric range, EPA ratings shoot up to 105 MPGe! Set off with a fully charged battery and full tank of gas, and the Escape PHEV can travel an estimated 520 miles.
If a rechargeable powertrain doesn’t work for you, check out the Escape’s optional hybrid powertrain. Available for the ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum trims, this traditional hybrid powertrain combines a battery-powered motor with an internal combustion engine to generate 192 horsepower. But it also helps you save at the pump, with EPA ratings of up to 39 mpg combined (42 city/36 highway)! And it’s worth noting that this hybrid powertrain is available with sporty all-wheel drive, unlike the plug-in version.
Engine options vary according to which 2025 Ford Escape trim model you select:
- Active, ST-Line: 1.5L three-cylinder EcoBoost engine (180 hp, 199 lb-ft)
- ST-Line Select and up: 2.0L four-cylinder EcoBoost engine (250 hp, 280 lb-ft)
- PHEV: 2.5L plug-in hybrid powertrain (210 hp, 155 lb-ft)
- Optional for ST-Line and up: 2.5L hybrid powertrain (192 hp, 155 lb-ft)
When can I order the 2025 Ford Escape?
You can order the 2025 Ford Escape right now! This compact crossover SUV starts at $27,995, an MSRP that includes its many standard features (though not tax, title, or fees). Our staff at Champion Ford makes it easy to estimate how much it will cost to equip your favorite Escape trim with available options.