2025 Ford Escape Towing Guide

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2025 Ford Escape Towing Capacity

2.5L I4 Hybrid Engine

- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) & All-Wheel Drive (AWD):

  - Maximum Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs (requires Class II Trailer Tow Package)

  - Final Drive Ratio: 2.91

  - Ideal for light-duty towing, such as small trailers or recreational equipment, this hybrid powertrain balances efficiency with practical towing capabilities.


2.5L I4 Plug-in Hybrid Engine

- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Only:

  - Maximum Towing Capacity: 1,500 lbs (requires Class II Trailer Tow Package)

  - Final Drive Ratio: 2.91

  - The plug-in hybrid version offers a similar towing capacity as the standard hybrid, making it suitable for small trailers while offering additional electric driving benefits.


1.5L EcoBoost® I3 Engine

- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) & All-Wheel Drive (AWD):

  - Maximum Towing Capacity: 2,000 lbs

  - Final Drive Ratio: 3.81

  - This engine provides increased towing capability, ideal for towing lightweight campers, small boats, or utility trailers, offering more flexibility for everyday towing needs.


2.0L EcoBoost® I4 Engine

- All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Only

  - Maximum Towing Capacity: 2,000 lbs or 3,500 lbs (with Class II Trailer Tow Package)

  - Final Drive Ratio: 3.47

  - The 2.0L EcoBoost® engine offers the highest towing capacity among the 2025 Escape lineup, making it the best choice for those who need to tow larger loads, such as mid-sized campers or heavier utility trailers.


The 2025 Ford Escape offers versatile towing capabilities across its engine lineup, catering to different needs. The hybrid and plug-in hybrid models can tow up to 1,500 pounds, suitable for lighter loads. The 1.5L EcoBoost® engine increases this capacity to 2,000 pounds, while the 2.0L EcoBoost® engine, when equipped with the Class II Trailer Tow Package, reaches a maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. This makes the Escape a well-rounded option for those seeking a compact SUV with flexible towing capabilities.