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What does it mean for an SUV to live on the cutting edge of innovation? In the case of the 2025 Ford Escape, it means more than buzzwords. It means a dedication to high-tech enhancements inside and out that make every part of the drive more enjoyable. It means that everything from the engine to the gearshift to the hatch have been re-thought. A Cutting-Edge Interior Slide in behind the wheel of the 2025 Escape, and you'll be treated to innovation everywhere. The center touchscreen is powered by Ford's SYNC 4 technology, and offers wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay standard. FordPass Connect offers 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability, becoming the communication hub on every journey. Amazon's Alexa hitches a ride, too, letting you add items to your grocery list from behind the wheel or start your Escape from your kitchen table. more But innovation doesn't stop with a swanky touchscreen (measuring up to a whopping available 13.2 inches). The gearshift knob has been replaced with a rotary dial, making room to add extra convenience features like cupholders, USB charging ports, and console storage. The second row slides forward and back, letting drivers choose between extra legroom and enhanced cargo capability. Need more room? Fold the back seat and access up to a staggering 65.4 cubic feet of cargo space. Innovation Under the Hood The 2025 Escape is offered with four separate power plants, ranging from conventional internal combustion engines to a highly-efficient 2.5-liter full hybrid and a 2.5-liter plug-in hybrid that can drive for a limited range on no gas whatsoever, yet still offers all the flexibility of being able to power the motor with regular gasoline. The engines use an auto on/off feature that maintains fuel economy even in conventionally-powered Escapes. The all-wheel drive system is plenty smart, too. In fact, the system is smart enough to shut itself off when not needed, maintaining the efficiency of front-wheel drive under most conditions and only engaging AWD when necessary. And of course, four drive modes (Eco, Sport, Normal, and Slippery) offer customizable responses from the drivetrain to match your preferred driving style. From its stylish nose to the available power liftgate that makes loading and unloading a snap, the 2025 Escape is loaded with innovations that put it way ahead of the rest of the pack. Test drive the Escape today at Jim Hudson Ford in Lexington, SC, and escape the ordinary.

The 2024 Ford Escape has made it a mission to provide straightforward, reliable on-road transportation and light off-road fun. A range of powertrain choices and many standard features on all trims turn this compact SUV into a family favorite. Ford's 2024 Escape is a stylish SUV with an attractive design inside and in. The Active and ST-Line models are powered by a 1.5-liter EcoBoost gas engine for 180 horsepower. The higher trims, including the ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Escape Platinum, boast a more powerful 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine as standard. All Models except for the Active can also be had with a hybrid engine. Ford also offers an exclusive Plug-in Hybrid, FWD trim. more Drivers can choose between front-wheel and all-wheel drive options on the Active, ST-Line, and Platinum models. The ST-Line Select and Elite come exclusively with all-wheel drivetrains. Sport handling suspensions are available on all ST-Line models, offering better shock absorption and handling around corners. A Spacious Interior The 2024 Escape boasts plenty of space for all passengers. Unique cloth front bucket seats come standard on the Active trim, enhancing comfort for the driver and front passenger while adding visual appeal. In most higher trims, partial vinyl and cloth front bucket seats give the interior a sporty feel. Sliding second-row seats increase legroom for rear passengers, so adults can sit comfortably. Cargo space is also plentiful, with up to 37.5 cubic feet of cargo area behind the second row of seats. With the second row folded, cargo capacity expands up to 64.5 cubic feet. Modern Technology Ford equips its new Escape with all the amenities and technology we have come to expect from modern vehicles. Standard on all trims is the automaker's Co-Pilot360 technology that blends safety and convenience features, such as pedestrian detection, dynamic brake support, and automated emergency braking. Ford's Blind Spot Information Service (BLIS) is another standard highlight. Inside the vehicle, the SYNC 4 infotainment system comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, SiriusXM 360L, and an integrated Wi-Fi hotspot for seamless connectivity on the go. The vehicle also boasts a digital instrument cluster that displays all essential driving information behind the steering wheel. Ready to try this exhilarating ride on the road? Visit us at Jim Hudson Ford in Lexington, SC to schedule your test drive. We will be here to answer any questions you might have.

The five-passenger 2024 Ford Escape is a crossover available in five trims – the S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, and Titanium. All trims, except the S, offer both a gas-powered and a hybrid version. The Titanium is AWD only. However, all other trims are available in FWD and AWD. Choosing the best trim for you and your family assures you that you get the car you want without paying for features you don't need. Comparing the Basic Features of the 2024 Escape The S, SE, and SEL all come with a 181.0-horsepower, 1.5-liter, three-cylinder, turbocharged engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Titanium provides a 250.0-horsepower at 5,500 rpm, 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission and 280-pounds-feet of torque at 3,000 rpm. more The hybrid versions use a 200-horsepower, 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine with a CVT transmission. The engine is the place to start when choosing the trim that is right for you. The 2024 Escape S Trim The basic level S tri includes sliding second-row seats, cruise control, and power windows. To entertain your family and keep them connected, the 2024 Escape S trim offers 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability and Bluetooth audio. For the exterior, you can choose 17-inch aluminum wheels. The 2024 Escape S-trim offers the Ford Co-Pilot360 safety package. The package features lane-keep assist, a backup camera, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams, and automatic emergency braking. The 2024 Escape SE and SE Sport Trims The 2024 Escape SE trim adds cloth seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, sliding sun visors with vanity mirrors, and a push-button start. You can also choose a power driver's seat, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, remote start, and a rear center armrest. Technology features include the SYNC 3 infotainment system, an 8-inch screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, SiriusXM, and rear USB ports. On the exterior, the SE trim offers projector headlights with LED signature lighting, chrome exterior trim, tinted rear windows, painted door handles, a power liftgate, and 17-inch aluminum wheels. The SE Sport Appearance package features gloss black exterior trim and 19-inch wheels. The Ford Co-Pilot360 upgrades to the Assist+, which provides full-speed adaptive cruise control, navigation, evasive steering assist, and speed sign recognition. The 2024 Escape SEL Trim The upscale 2024 Escape SEL trim features ActiveX faux leather seats and an optional ten-way power driver's seat with lumbar control. For entertainment, you can choose a B&O ten-speaker premium audio system, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a memory package, and a charging pad. On the exterior, it adds a hands-free power liftgate, fog lamps, and 18-inch machine-face aluminum wheels. The 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine with AWD standard for the SEL. Titanium trim is optional for the SEL but standard on the Titanium trim. The Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+ is included on the 2024 Escape SEL trim. The 2024 Escape Titanium Trim The top-of-the-line Titanium trim offers upscale features such as power front seats with lumbar support for the driver, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, ambient interior lighting, and a universal garage door opener. On the exterior, the Titanium trim offers black roof rack side rails, more chrome exterior trim, rain-sensing wipers, and 19-inch wheels with Dark Tarnish-painted pockets. Adding the Elite package introduces a heads-up display, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, perforated leather upholstery, HD radio, a unique grille and wheels, silver front and rear skid plates, and Active Park Assist 2.0 Select the features you want on your 2024 Escape, and then you will know which trim you want. To ask questions about the 2024 Escape trim levels, visit Jim Hudson Ford in Lexington, SC.