2025 Ford Escape® Review | Decatur, IN
Built to complement your dynamic lifestyle, the 2025 Ford Escape® combines practicality with eco-friendly performance. Its sleek, compact design offers plentiful versatility, while the refined interior elevates your every journey. Learn more with this comprehensive 2025 Ford Escape review prepared by the team at Tom Kelley Ford.
For a detailed breakdown of standard features in each model, see our Escape trim levels guide to aid in your research.
Explore our Escape inventory to see the Ford Escape trims we have available at our Decatur, IN, dealership. Schedule a test drive to experience your preferred model in person. Need further assistance? Give us a call at (260) 724-8526 or message us online with any questions.
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2025 Ford Escape Interior Design & Cargo Space
Designed with both style and function in mind, the 2025 Ford Escape features a spacious interior that combines practicality with a modern touch. Dual-zone automatic climate control ensures comfort for both the driver and front passenger, while available heated front seats and an available heated steering wheel enhance coziness during cold winter drives. A range of premium upholstery options are available, from unique cloth, vinyl and cloth, to durable ActiveX® fabric. Sliding second-row seats provide your rear passengers with ample legroom. Fold the second-row seats flat to create up to 65.4 cubic feet of cargo space. Even with all seats in use, 37.5 cubic feet of cargo space remains to stow your gear and other essentials.
Available interior features include:
- Unique cloth, vinyl/cloth, or ActiveX seat upholstery
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Second-row sliding seats with 60/40 split-fold function
- Rotary gear shift dial
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Ice Blue® instrument panel cluster lighting
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control


2025 Ford Escape Engine Specs
Whether you’re navigating city streets or traversing those roads less traveled, the 2025 Ford Escape combines dynamic performance with exceptional fuel efficiency. The Ford Escape offers a range of engine options, including the 1.5L EcoBoost® inline three-cylinder (I3) engine, which is standard on the Escape Active™ trim, delivering 180 horsepower and the ability to tow up to 2,000 pounds. For enhanced power, the Ford Escape ST-Line Select and Ford Escape Platinum® trims feature the more spirited 2.0L EcoBoost inline four-cylinder (I4) engine, elevating towing capacity to an impressive 3,500 pounds.
For a more eco-conscious journey, the 2025 Ford Escape also offers advanced hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options. Each pairs with a dynamic 2.5L hybrid Atkinson cycle I4 engine with a high-efficiency battery system, delivering an impressive fusion of power and fuel efficiency.
With versatile powertrain options, including front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), the Ford Escape adapts seamlessly to your personal driving style. Four dynamic driving modes — eco, sport, slippery, and normal — ensure optimal performance tailored to any road or weather condition.
See the accompanying chart for engine specifications.
Engine | 1.5L EcoBoost I3 | 2.0L EcoBoost I4 | 2.5L hybrid I4 | 2.5L plug-in hybrid I4 |
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Horsepower | 180 HP | 250 HP | 192 total HP | 210 total HP |
Torque | 199 lb.-ft. | 280 lb.-ft. | 155 lb.-ft. | 155 lb.-ft. |
Transmission | Eight-speed automatic | Eight-speed automatic | eCVT | eCVT |
Drivetrain | FWD / AWD | AWD | FWD / AWD | FWD |
Max. Towing | 2,000 lbs. | 3,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. |
2025 Ford Escape Safety Options & Technology
For enhanced confidence on the road, each 2025 Ford Escape trim is equipped with advanced safety and driver assist technologies. The standard Ford Co-Pilot360® suite integrates features like BLIS® (blind spot information system), Pre-Collision Assist®, and lane-keeping support. Available adaptive cruise control enhances your driving experience by maintaining a steady pace, ensuring a smoother and more relaxing journey throughout extended trips.
Available driver assistance features include:
- BLIS with rear cross-traffic braking
- Lane-keeping system
- Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go, lane centering assist, and predictive speed assist
- Evasive steering assist
- Rear parking sensors
- Intersection assist
- Head-up display
With cutting-edge technology at its core, the 2025 Ford Explorer offers a seamless blend of innovation and connectivity. A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster provides intuitive, real-time driving data, while the SYNC® 4 infotainment system — standard across all trims — delivers effortless integration with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to an available 8- or 13.2-inch touchscreen. Stay connected and powered up on the go with available features like Wi-Fi® hotspot and a wireless charging pad. The available B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® elevates your audio experience, delivering premium sound when listening to your favorite playlists, podcasts, or audiobooks.
Other available technology features include:
- SYNC 4 infotainment system with 8- or 13.2-in. touchscreen
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
- HD Radio™
- SiriusXM® with 360L capability
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with ten speakers, including subwoofer
- Wireless charging pad
2025 Ford Escape Exterior Color Options
- Agate Black Metallic
- Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Space Silver Metallic
- Carbonized Gray Metallic
- Vapor Blue Metallic
- Oxford White
- Star White Metallic Tri-coat
2025 Ford Escape Trim Levels
- Active $28,150*
- ST-Line $29,145*
- ST-Line Select $32,230*
- Platinum $35,545*
- ST-Line Elite $36,540*
- Plug-in Hybrid $38,400*
2025 Ford Escape For Sale at Tom Kelley Ford in Decatur, IN
Browse through our available Escape inventory to find the model at Tom Kelley Ford that pairs best with your unique needs and preferences. Schedule a test drive to get behind the wheel of your preferred model at our Decatur, IN, dealership. Call us at (260) 724-8526 or contact us online with any questions — we’re here to assist you.
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