Ford Escape Performance

With enough variety in powertrain options to put some truck lineups to shame, the 2025 Ford Escape can be equipped to suit any Des Moines driver. So in this overview of the 2025 Ford Escape specs, we’ll break down the various 2025 Ford Escape engine options so you can choose the one that best suits your driving requirements. And, in addition to basic engine specs like horsepower and torque, we’ll also consider some performance specifications too, such as the Ford Escape mpg rating and Ford Escape towing capacity. 

2025 Ford Escape Engine Options

There are two gas-powered engine options and two hybrid/PHEV engine options available to you if you decide on the 2025 Ford Escape as your next Winterset commuter. Please keep in mind that not all powertrain configurations are available for all trims, so contact us after reading this overview to learn more about powertrain availability: 

1.5L EcoBoost® I-3 Engine

• Standard for: Active™, ST-Line 
• FWD/AWD
• 8-speed Automatic Transmission
• 180 hp @ 6,000 rpm
• 199 lb-ft of torque @ 3,000 rpm

2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine

• Standard for: ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite
• AWD with AWD Disconnect
• 8-speed Automatic Transmission
• 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm
• 280 lb-ft of torque @ 3,000 rpm

2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid Engine

• Standard for:Plug-in Hybrid
• Available for: ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum
• Electrical Continuous Variable Transmission (eCVT)
• FWD/AWD
• 163 hp @ 6,250 rpm
• 155 lb-ft of torque @ 4,500 
• 192 Total System hp

2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle I-4 Plug-In Hybrid

• Standard for: Plug-In Hybrid
• eCVT
• FWD
• 163 hp @ 6,250 rpm
• 155 lb-ft of torque @ 4,500 
• 210 Total System hp 

2025 Ford Escape Towing Capacity

Having considered the basic specifications for each of the 2025 Ford Escape engine options, let’s now turn our attention to actual performance capabilities, like towing. As a compact SUV, the Ford Escape is a relatively light vehicle, with its estimated base curb weight ranging from 3,273 pounds to 3,880 pounds. So even though you can push the Ford Escape towing capacity up to 3,500 pounds with the Class II Trailer Tow Package, anything above that isn’t considered safe. Check out what each 2025 Ford Escape engine is capable of below: 

1.5L EcoBoost® I-3 Engine

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 2,000 pounds

2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds (requires Class II Trailer Tow Package)

2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid engine

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds

2.5L iVCT Atkinson Cycle I-4 Plug-In Hybrid

• Maximum Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds

2025 Ford Escape MPG Rating & Fuel Economy

Finally, let’s wrap up with the available fuel economy figures for the 2025 Ford Escape. Unfortunately, neither the OEM nor the EPA has released concrete mpge figures for the Plug-in Hybrid Escape so we can’t give you anything definitive on that matter. That said, considering its status as a PHEV, you can expect its fuel economy figures to be as efficient, if not more so, than the available figures you’ll see below: 

1.5L EcoBoost® I-3 Engine

• Fuel tank capacity (FWD/AWD): 14.8 gallons /  15.7 gallons

• Recommended fuel: Unleaded, regular gasoline

• Fuel economy (FWD): 27 city / 34 highway / 30 combined mpg 

• Fuel economy (AWD): 26 city / 32 highway / 28 combined mpg

• EPA-estimated range (FWD/AWD): 444 miles / 440 miles 

2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 Engine

• Fuel tank capacity: 15.7 gallons

• Recommended fuel: Unleaded, regular gasoline

• Fuel economy: 23 city / 31 highway / 26 combined mpg

• EPA-estimated range: 408 miles

2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid engine

• Fuel tank capacity (FWD/AWD): 14.3 gallons

• Recommended fuel: Unleaded, regular gasoline

• Fuel economy (FWD/AWD): 42 city / 36 highway / 39 combined mpg

• EPA-estimated range (FWD/AWD): 558 miles

No matter which you choose, it’s clear that the 2025 Ford Escape is efficient enough to take you to and from Norwalk with minimal fuel stops. If you have questions about the various powertrain options or the Ford Escape mpg ratings, contact our parts and service technicians for assistance.

Test-Drive a New 2025 Ford Escape With DeYarman Ford Indianola

We hope you found this overview of the 2025 Ford Escape specs useful. To stay up-to-date on upcoming fuel economy figures, consider some additional online resources from the OEM or from us. But, if you think that you’re sold on the 2025 Ford Escape, visit our dealership in Indianola to confirm that with a test drive! While you’re with us, you can also inquire about our generous financing options and new vehicle specials.