2025 Ford Escape Active vs Platinum | Grand Prairie Ford

Ford Escape Active

Standard Engine1.5L I-3
Horsepower180
MPG (city/hwy) *27 / 34
Seats5
UpholsteryPremium Cloth
Heated SeatsOptional

Ford Escape Platinum

Standard Engine2.0L I-4
Horsepower250
MPG (city/hwy) *23 / 31
Seats5
UpholsteryLeatherette
Heated SeatsStandard

Specs at a Glance

The 2025 Ford Escape remains a top contender in the small crossover market. Its modern design, impressive comfort, and advanced tech are favorites among drivers. Many will compare the Escape Active and Escape Platinum when considering the new Escape. Here's a closer look at these two trims.

Performance

The Escape Active comes equipped with a 1.5-liter EcoBoost three-cylinder engine, offering a respectable 180 horsepower. Its auto stop-start feature helps conserve fuel. With an eight-speed automatic transmission, you can expect a smooth ride. While front-wheel drive is standard, all-wheel drive is available as an option.

If you're looking for more power, the Escape Platinum's 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine provides 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, delivering faster acceleration. The Platinum also offers a higher towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds.

Appearance

The Escape Active's sleek design is sure to catch your attention. Standard features include LED headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels. Chrome exhaust tips add a sporty finish to the rear. This trim is available in six exterior colors, including Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat and Carbonized Gray Metallic.

For a more aggressive look, the Escape Platinum has 19-inch machine-face wheels, distinctive LED fog lights, and unique headlights.

Features

The Escape Active stands out with its array of standard features. SYNC 4 with an 8.0-inch touchscreen provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. You'll also enjoy Ford Co-Pilot360, dual-zone climate control, Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Escape Platinum adds more premium touches, including a 13.2-inch touchscreen with Connected Navigation and a 360-degree camera system. Inside, ActiveX upholstery enhances comfort, while features like heated front seats, a digital gauge cluster, wireless charging, and adaptive cruise control add more luxury.

For more details on how the 2025 Ford Escape trims compare, contact Grand Prairie Ford today.

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Current Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for base vehicle. Excludes destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included. Starting A, Z and X Plan price is for qualified, eligible customers and excludes document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan.

*EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.