Ford Escape | Farmington, MO The Ford Escape comes as a gas model, a hybrid or a plug in hybrid. Each one handles a daily drive from Farmington up US 67 a little differently, and Ford's news this week matters if you're shopping. Plenty of folks who live in Farmington and Park Hills work somewhere north of here. That usually means US 67 up through Desloge and Bonne Terre to Festus, then I-55 into St. Louis County. Do it five days a week and you start caring a lot about fuel and seats. The Ford Escape gets picked for that drive a lot, partly because you can get it with a turbo gas engine, as a hybrid or as a plug in hybrid. Below we look at the 2025 Ford Escape the way a commuter would. We'll also cover what Ford said this week about the Escape's future. Quick answer: The 2025 Ford Escape offers turbocharged gas engines, a hybrid with available all wheel drive rated by the EPA at 39 mpg combined in AWD form, and a front wheel drive plug in hybrid with an EPA estimated 37 miles of electric range. On August 11, 2025, Ford said Escape production at its Louisville plant will end later this year. If you want one, look at what's on the lot now, and know the factory warranty works the same either way. Powertrains Gas, hybrid and plug in hybrid Hybrid AWD 39 mpg combined (EPA) Plug in electric range Up to 37 miles (EPA) In this post Gas, hybrid or plug in Fuel use on the highway AWD, cargo and towing Tech for the drive What Ford's news means Which Ford Escape Powertrain Fits a US 67 Commute? The 2025 Ford Escape lineup runs Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite and Plug-In Hybrid. Under the hood you've got four choices. 1.5L EcoBoost: a turbocharged three cylinder rated at 180 horsepower on the Active and ST-Line, with front or all wheel drive. 2.0L EcoBoost: a turbocharged four cylinder rated at 250 horsepower on the ST-Line Select, Platinum and ST-Line Elite, with all wheel drive. Hybrid: a 2.5L hybrid system rated at 192 horsepower, available from the ST-Line up, with front or all wheel drive. Plug in hybrid: a 2.5L plug in system rated at 210 horsepower, front wheel drive only, that can run on electricity for short trips. If your commute is mostly four lane highway, the 1.5L has plenty for merging and passing. The 2.0L is there if you want quicker response or plan to tow. The hybrids give up a little of that punch and burn less fuel. How Much Fuel Does a Ford Escape Hybrid Use on the Highway? The EPA rates the 2025 Ford Escape Hybrid with all wheel drive at 42 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 39 mpg combined. The city number's higher. That's normal for a hybrid, since stop and go traffic lets the electric motor do more of the work and braking puts charge back in the battery. On a long steady run up US 67, an Escape Hybrid still beats the gas models on fuel, just not by as much as it would in town. The gap opens up once you're in slower traffic on I-55 or on the surface streets near work. Somebody working in south St. Louis County will see different numbers than somebody going all the way downtown. The plug in hybrid is a different animal. Ford's Escape Plug-In Hybrid has an EPA estimated 37 miles of electric range, then runs as a regular hybrid rated at 40 mpg combined. A round trip toward St. Louis is longer than 37 miles, so you'll be on battery for part of it and gas for the rest. Plug it in every night and the first stretch of each day runs on electricity. Bonne Terre driver tip If there's charging at work, you can start the drive home on battery too. If not, figure the battery covers the first part of the morning and the hybrid handles the rest. Hot August afternoons with the AC going will trim electric range some, so don't count on the full EPA number every day. Plug it in every night and the first stretch of each day runs on electricity. Does the Ford Escape Have AWD and Enough Cargo Room? All wheel drive is available on the Active and ST-Line, standard on the ST-Line Select and ST-Line Elite, and offered with the hybrid. The plug in hybrid is front wheel drive only. On a winter morning when MO 32 or the ramps onto US 67 are glazed over, AWD helps you get moving. Good tires and slowing down matter just as much. Cargo space depends on the powertrain. Gas models offer 37.5 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 65.4 cubic feet with it folded, according to Edmunds. Hybrid and plug in hybrid models give up some space to the battery, at 34.4 and 60.8 cubic feet. Either one has room for a week of groceries or a weekend's worth of camping gear for Hawn State Park. Towing is modest, like you'd expect from a compact SUV. A properly equipped Escape with the 2.0L is rated up to 3,500 pounds, enough for a small utility trailer. Check the rating on the exact one you're looking at. Shop New Ford Escape View New Specials What Tech Makes the Ford Escape Easier to Commute In? An 8 inch touchscreen is standard. A 13.2 inch screen with built in navigation is available, and it's standard on the Platinum, ST-Line Elite and plug in hybrid. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto hook up your phone without a cable, so your podcast and maps just run. Every 2025 Escape comes with forward collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking, blind spot and rear cross traffic warnings, lane keeping assistance and automatic high beams. Adaptive cruise control comes standard on the upper trims and is available in tech packages on the Active, ST-Line and ST-Line Select. On a long highway commute, that's the one a lot of people end up using every day. There's the FordPass app too. On a connected Escape you can check fuel or charge level, lock the doors and see service reminders from your phone. Plug in hybrid owners can keep an eye on charging. Is Ford Ending the Ford Escape? Right now there isn't much public. On August 11, 2025, at an event about the future of its Louisville Assembly Plant, Ford confirmed Escape production there will stop later this year when the plant gets retooled for a new midsize electric pickup. Ford hasn't said whether or where the Escape comes back. Some things don't change. An Escape on the lot is a new Ford with Ford's New Vehicle Limited Warranty like any other. And we'll service an Escape the same as every other model, assembly line or no assembly line. What may change is choice. As the plant winds down, the trims and colors on dealer lots may thin out. If you've got your heart set on a hybrid with AWD or a plug in hybrid, look at inventory now instead of waiting on a particular build. If you'd rather go used, we've got Escapes in pre owned inventory too, including Ford Blue Advantage certified ones with their own inspection and coverage. Call sales at 573-430-1687 to see what's here today. Warranty Forever Every new Ford and most used vehicles sold at Sam Scism Ford come with Warranty Forever at no charge. It covers listed engine, transmission and drive axle parts for as long as you own the vehicle, no matter the miles, with covered parts and labor at 100 percent, as long as you follow the customary maintenance in the agreement and keep records. See the dealer for details. How it works Ford Escape Powertrains What engines are available in the 2025 Ford Escape? + There's a 1.5L EcoBoost, a 2.0L EcoBoost, a 2.5L hybrid and a 2.5L plug in hybrid, depending on trim. Which Ford Escape trims offer the hybrid? + You can get the hybrid from the ST-Line up, Platinum included. The plug in hybrid is its own trim. Is the Ford Escape Hybrid available with AWD? + The hybrid comes with front or all wheel drive. The plug in hybrid is front wheel drive only. Fuel and Charging What mpg does the Ford Escape Hybrid get? + The EPA rates the 2025 Escape Hybrid with AWD at 42 mpg city, 36 highway and 39 combined. What you see will depend on speed, weather and your right foot. How far can the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid go on electricity? + The EPA estimate is 37 miles. After that it runs as a hybrid, rated at 40 mpg combined. How long does the Escape Plug-In Hybrid take to charge? + On a 240 volt Level 2 charger, a full charge takes roughly three and a half hours, according to Kelley Blue Book. A regular household outlet takes a good bit longer. Space and Capability How much cargo space does the Ford Escape have? + Gas models have about 37.5 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 65.4 with it folded. Hybrids give up a little, at about 34.4 and 60.8. Can a Ford Escape tow a trailer? + A properly equipped Escape with the 2.0L engine is rated up to 3,500 pounds. Ratings vary by configuration, so confirm the number for the vehicle you choose. Is the Ford Escape comfortable for a long daily commute? + Comfort's personal, so drive one. Take it up US 67 at highway speed and see how the seats and road noise feel to you. The Escape's Future Is Ford discontinuing the Escape? + On August 11, 2025, Ford confirmed it will end Escape production at its Louisville plant later this year as the plant is retooled for a new electric pickup. Ford has not announced a replacement. Will Ford still honor the warranty on a new Escape? + A new Escape carries Ford's New Vehicle Limited Warranty no matter when production ends. Warranty Forever is also available on new Fords sold at Sam Scism Ford. Can I still get my Escape serviced after production ends? + Absolutely. Our service center will keep working on Escapes. Book online, in the FordPass app, or at 573-430-1693. Shopping at Sam Scism Ford Where can I find a Ford Escape near Farmington? + Right here at 5019 Flat River Road, and you can see new Escapes in our online inventory. Sales hours are Monday through Friday 8 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM. Are there current offers on the Ford Escape? + Manufacturer offers change through the year, and we post them on our New Specials page. Ask sales which ones apply to the Escape you like. Should I buy a used Ford Escape instead? + Could be. A used or Ford Blue Advantage certified Escape can save money and still come with an inspection and coverage, so look at both against your budget. Run the numbers Estimate a payment on the Ford Escape you have in mind. Payment Calculator Trading one in Get an offer on your current vehicle, no purchase required. Sell Your Car
