
Four different powertrain options, a breathtaking design, and the most impressive infotainment and safety technologies are just some features that make the 2025 Ford Escape one of the best options for anyone needing a versatile, well-performing SUV.
What You Need to Know About the 2025 Ford Escape
A Variety of Powertrain Options
Kicking off the lineup, the base trim of the Ford Escape, the Escape Active, boasts a 1.5L EcoBoost engine with an Auto Start-Stop feature, as well as an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, but the option to upgrade to all-wheel drive is also available. Anyone wanting something with a little more kick can choose between the ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum trims, which all come with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine.
Those looking for hybrids can opt for either the Plug-in Hybrid or the hybrid engine option on any trim except the Active. It’s important to note that the hybrid engine option does not come standard on the ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum trims, but is available at an additional cost.
Exquisite Design
17-inch Shadow Silver-painted aluminum wheels, a Piano Black grille with a chrome strip, and dual chrome exhaust tips give the exterior of the Escape Active a sleek, modern look that’s sure to turn heads on the road. A manual liftgate comes standard, but the option to upgrade to a power liftgate is available. You can also choose to add black roof rack side rails for an even more defined silhouette.
On the inside, the Escape Active is spacious and comfortable. Cloth front bucket seats, a urethane steering wheel, and carpeted floor mats in the front and rear of the vehicle ensure your ride will be smooth and stylish, while an optional cargo mat and cargo shade assure you that your belongings are safe and secure while on the go.
The Best Infotainment
An 8-inch LCD infotainment touchscreen with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto comes standard on the base Active trim, though the option to upgrade to a 13.2-inch touchscreen is available. FordPass Connect is also included with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, as well as the option to add Connected Navigation with 1 year of connectivity.
Advanced Safety Features
Ford has included the best of the best when it comes to driver assistance features. Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Pedestrian Detection, and Dynamic Brake Support comes standard, as well as a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and Lane-Keeping System that includes Lane-Keeping Alert, Lane-Keeping Assist, and Driver-Alert.
The Ford Escape is a dynamic SUV that’s sure to impress on the road. If you’re ready to start browsing, visit us here at Spikes Ford in Mission, TX to view our inventory and schedule a test drive.


