2025 Ford Escape vs 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
2025 Ford Escape vs 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross near Dothan, AL
When weighing the benefits of different compact SUVs available currently, it may feel overwhelming. The 2025 Ford Escape is a vehicle that falls under this category, and it's superior over one particular competition, the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. Find out how exactly the former surpasses the latter in many areas at Gilland Ford, and contact our dealership to ask for more details!
Performance
In regards to mechanical abilities, the Escape successfully outperforms the Eclipse Cross. The Ford model offers a few engines, including the standard 1.5L EcoBoost® turbo 3-cylinder powertrain that pushes out 180 horsepower1 and 199 lb.-ft. of torque1. If you compare this to the standard 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder powertrain of the Mitsubishi car, you’ll notice how it falls short of the Ford car with its 152 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. There’s more you can pull toward a lake or other outdoor site with the Escape than the Eclipse Cross since the former carries a 3,500-lb. maximum towing capacity2,3 with its optional 2.0L powertrain, while the latter fails to haul half as much with its 1,500-lb. maximum limit2. What you’ll notice that both cars have in common is that the Ford car has an independent MacPherson front system while the Mitsubishi has a standard MacPherson strut front suspension iteration for you to have relaxing drives on difficult roads in Dothan.
Interior
Between the 2025 Ford Escape and the 2025 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, only one cabin is more comfortable. The former clearly wins in this area with its optional 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, since the Mitsubishi car doesn’t have as many fixtures. To specify, it solely provides an available 8-way power-adjustable driver’s chair, providing a less relaxing drive to Eastgate Park. Driving to work is not only more relaxing in the Escape model but also entertaining since it has standard Apple CarPlay®4 and Android Auto™5 integrations in the base model already. But, you’ll have to upgrade for these with the competitor, leaving you unable to tap into your personal playlists with the starting trim level. For a much wider viewing area as you’re searching for different songs, the winning model has an available SYNC® 4 13.2-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen, but the runner-up only shows you a much smaller optional 8-inch Smartphone-Link Display.
Exterior
When finding the different exterior features of either the 2025 Escape or Eclipse Cross, you’ll see how much more glamorous the Ford model is, particularly with its optional 19-inch ebony-painted aluminum wheels. The largest wheels that the Mitsubishi car can offer are different sets of 18-inch alloy versions, meaning that the Escape stands taller on Route 84. A way that the Eclipse Cross can show off a bit is by offering standard heated side mirrors for when you decide to travel elsewhere during winter. The Ford car can only provide these as optional features. These models can provide similar levels of convenience with the fact that the Escape has available black roof rack side rails, and the competition provides similar optional black roof rails. This would make it possible to bring more baggage for longer trips with either car. Now that you’ve seen how superior the Escape is, come and buy it at Gilland Ford!
1. Horsepower and torque ratings based on premium fuel per SAE J1349® standard. Your results may vary.
2. When properly equipped. See dealer for details.
3. Requires Class II Trailer Tow Package
4. Apple CarPlay®, Siri®, Apple Music®, and Apple Maps® are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC 3/SYNC 4 does not control 3rd party products while in use. 3rd Parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.
5. Available feature. Android™, Android Auto™, Google™, Google Play™, Google Maps™, Google Assistant™, and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC. Distracted driving is dangerous. Restrict use of connected devices to safe times and always exercise caution so your full attention is given to vehicle operation. Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC 3/SYNC 4 does not control 3rd party products while in use. 3rd Parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality. Compatible Android phone and compatible active data plan required.
Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. *Although every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained on this site, absolute accuracy cannot be guaranteed. This site, and all information and materials appearing on it, are presented to the user "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. All vehicles are subject to prior sale Sale Price Does NOT Include Sales Tax, Title, License Fee, Registration Fee, or Dealer Documentation Fee of $589.00, Finance Charges and Emission Testing Fees (if applicable) are additional to the advertised price. Please contact dealer for delivery options and price quote. Vehicle Trade Cannot Exceed 120k Miles or be More Than 10 Years Old to Qualify For The Trade Discount. To Qualify For The Finance Discount, Financing Must Be Done Through The Ford Credit Standard Program.