The best ultra-modern compact SUV on the road is back with a terrific powertrain and great standard features. The 2025 Ford Escape is a jack-of-all-trades that can easily perform in urban and suburban driving conditions. Learn about the standard features included on the base Active trim today.
The 2025 Escape is largely a carry-over model with no major upgrades to its appearance, performance, or key features. The Active model has a 1.5-liter inline three-cylinder EcoBoost motor that produces 180 horsepower and 199 lb-ft of torque. This reliable powertrain is married to an eight-speed automatic and FWD drive type for easy, agile handling.
The Active trim boasts a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs when fully equipped. With this towing capacity, you can effortlessly haul attachments like small campers and trailers. This model has an estimated fuel economy of 27 MPG in the city, 34 MPG on the freeway, and 30 MPG combined.
Comfort and Convenience Features
The Escape ensures every drive is enjoyable with standard features like dual-zone climate control, push-button start, and built-in storage areas in the center console and central floor console. The dual-zone climate system allows the driver and front-seat passenger to customize air vent settings for maximum comfort throughout the year.
This model comes with an eight-inch digital instrument cluster so you can view the SUV’s speed, remaining fuel, and other critical information at a glance. The rearview mirror can manually switch between day and night so you can minimize the glare of headlights from vehicles behind you. You can also control your cruise control and audio settings with steering wheel-mounted controls.
Connectivity
The base Escape comes with the SYNC 4 infotainment unit, which is housed in an eight-inch central touchscreen. This infotainment system can wirelessly sync with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay so you can play your favorite tunes on the six-speaker audio system. These smartphone-linked apps also give you access to your favorite apps, including Maps for navigation. Satellite radio is also standard.
Safety
If you’re ever in an accident, the Escape has your back with a standard SOS Post-Crash Alert System that automatically summons emergency services after you’ve been in an accident. This model also comes with a Rear View Camera for greater confidence in avoiding traffic and pedestrians when you back out of a parking spot or driveway.
The Ford Escape is an ideal compact SUV for daily commuters and active drivers who appreciate premium convenience features. Get in touch with Cocoa Ford in Cocoa, FL to book a test drive.
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