2025 Ford Escape
Platinum Hybrid AWD
What the Platinum Hybrid adds over the Active
| Spec | Active | Platinum Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 65.4 cu-ft | 60.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 37.5 cu-ft | 34.4 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3505 lbs | 3880 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3273 lbs | 3529 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 3 | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | Sequential multiport |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 192 hp |
| Torque | 199 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5-liter EcoBoost I-3 | 2.5-liter Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.8 gal | 14.3 gal |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 6.9 in |
| Second-row legroom | 40.7 in | 38.9 in |
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg | 42 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | 39 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Overall height | 66 in | 66.1 in |
| Overall length | 180.1 in | 181.2 in |
| Tire size | 225/65R17 | 225/55R19 |
| Total interior volume | 104 cu-ft | 102.2 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 | 2.9 |
| Transmission type | automatic | eCVT PowerSplit |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 8-Way Power Driver Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Power Lumbar and Power Recline), Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror, Electronic Fuel Door Release, Evasive Steering Assist, Headlamps – LED Light Bar, Heated Front Row Seats, Instrument Panel Cluster – 12.3" Digital Productivity Screen, LED Fog Lamps, Memory Package: Driver's Seat and Driver/Front Passenger Sideview Mirrors, Mirrors – Body Color and Heated, Neutral Towing Capability, Pedestrian Alert Sounder, Perimeter Alarm, Power Liftgate, Remote Start System, Roof-Rack Side Rails – Black, Sliding Sun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors (Driver and Front Passenger), Sport Contour Bucket Seats, Steering Wheel – Heated, Unique Interior Accents (Door/IP), Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO), Windows, Power – One-Touch-Up/Down Front and Rear
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 60.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 34.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 102.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | FordPass Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 3 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.9 in |
| Overall height | 66.1 in |
| Overall length | 181.2 in |
| Overall width | 74.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2500 cc |
| Fuel injection system | Sequential multiport |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 192 hp |
| Torque | 155 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 42 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 39 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 36 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.9 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Variable-Assist Rack-and-Pinion |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/55R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 2.9 |
| Transmission type | eCVT PowerSplit |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3880 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3529 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety24 std · 7 opt
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Pedestrian Detection
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering Assist optional
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support
- 360-Degree Camera with Split View optional
- Driver and Front Row Passenger Dual-Stage Airbags
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Front-Seat Mounted Side-Impact Airbags
- Lane-Keeping System (includes Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert)
- Rear View Camera
- Safety Canopy® System – Front and Second Row Safety Canopy® Side-Curtain with Rollover Sensor
- Front Parking Sensors optional
- Rear Parking Sensor optional
- 911 Assist®
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
- Auto High Beam Headlamps
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
- Curve Control
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Electronic Traction Control
- Four-Wheel Disc Brakes with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
- Pedestrian Alert Sounder
- Perimeter Alarm
- Post-Collision Braking
- Road Departure Warning
- Rollover Sensor (Safety Canopy® System)
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- Intersection Assist optional
- Rear View Camera – Digital optional
- Reverse Brake Assist optional
- SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment7 std · 6 opt
- Remotely start vehicle via FordPass Connect™
- Head-Up Display optional
- FordPass Connect™ – 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot connects up to 10 devices
- Remotely lock and unlock vehicle via FordPass Connect™
- Connected Navigation (1-year included), Pinch-to-Zoom Capability, Live Traffic, Predictive Destinations and Route Guidance optional
- Locate parked vehicle via FordPass Connect™
- SYNC® 4 – 8" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability, Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility
- SiriusXM® with 360L
- Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
- B&O® Sound System by Bang & Olufsen®, 10 Speakers including Subwoofer optional
- HD Radio™ optional
- SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition – 13.2" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability optional
- Wireless Charging Pad optional
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
- Remote Start System
- Electronic Fuel Door Release
- Power Liftgate
- Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO)
- Windows, Power – One-Touch-Up/Down Front and Rear
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) with Refresh95 (Cabin Particulate Air Filter)
Seating4 std · 3 opt
- 10-Way Power Driver Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Tilt, Power Lumbar and Power Recline) optional
- 8-Way Power Driver Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Power Lumbar and Power Recline)
- Heated Front Row Seats
- Memory Package: Driver's Seat and Driver/Front Passenger Sideview Mirrors
- Sport Contour Bucket Seats
- 6-Way Power Passenger (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline) optional
- ActiveX® Trimmed Seats with Quilting Design and Mini-Perforation optional
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- Steering Wheel – Heated
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Instrument Panel Cluster – 12.3" Digital Productivity Screen
- Unique Interior Accents (Door/IP)
- Day/Night Rearview Mirror – Manually Adjustable
- Sliding Sun Visors with Illuminated Vanity Mirrors (Driver and Front Passenger)
- Steering Column – Manual Tilt/Telescoping
- Floor Mats – Carpeted Front and Rear
- Trip Computer
Exterior10 std · 2 opt
- Panoramic Vista Roof® (Power Open/Close with Power Shade) optional
- Configurable Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- Headlamps – LED Light Bar
- Headlamps – LED Reflector with Signature Lighting
- LED Fog Lamps
- Mirrors – Body Color and Heated
- Roof-Rack Side Rails – Black
- Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit
- Privacy Glass – Second Row Side and Liftgate
- Rear-Window Defroster and Washer
- Rear Spoiler – Body Color
- Mini Spare Wheel – Steel (Includes T155/70D17 Spare Tire and Jack) optional
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Auto Start-Stop Technology
- Neutral Towing Capability
- Selectable Drive Modes
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Electric Parking Brake (Includes Auto Hold)
- Torque Vectoring Control
Cargo0 std · 1 opt
- Class II Trailer Tow Package optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Escape. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Platinum Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2025 Ford Escape Platinum Hybrid add over the Active?
Against the Active, 22 features become standard that the Active does not and 24 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.