2023 Ford Escape® Trim Levels | ACTIV™ vs. ST-Line vs. Platinum vs. Hybrid Plug-In

The 2023 Ford Escape® is a compact crossover SUV prepared to handle your busy life, whether that’s everyday commuting, shopping runs, or long road trips. Inside each of the seven trims, you’ll find useful cargo space, confidence-boosting safety features, and advanced technology. See what each trim has to offer by reading this 2023 Ford Escape trims guide prepared for you by the team at Mountaineer Ford in Beckley, WV.

For more information, check out our Escape model review. Browse through our Escape inventory to find the right one for you, and plan your trip to our dealership by using our hours and directions. Be sure to check what Ford Escape offers we have available and see if any interests you. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us online or over the phone at (304) 256-7400.

2023 Ford Escape Base

Take on your everyday bustle with the helpful features within the 2023 Ford Escape Base.

Key Features:

• 1.5L EcoBoost® I3 engine
  • 180 HP and 199 lb.-ft. of torque
• Eight-speed automatic transmission
• 17-in. steel wheels with Sparkle Silver-painted covers
• LED reflector headlamps with LED signature lighting
• Autolamp (automatic on/off headlamps) 
• Dual chrome exhaust tips
• Single-zone manual climate control
• Selectable drive modes
• 8-in. color instrument cluster
• SYNC® 4 with 8-in. touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™
• FordPass® Connect with 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot
• AM/FM stereo with six speakers
• Cloth front bucket seats
• Six-way manual driver’s seat/four-way manual front passenger’s seat
• 60/40 split-folding, sliding rear seats
• Post-collision braking
• Rear view camera
• AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
• Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, and dynamic brake support
• Lane-keeping system 
• BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross traffic alert
• Remote keyless entry system

2023 Ford Escape ACTIV

The 2023 Ford Escape ACTIV™ provides premium interior features and a handy power liftgate.

Key Features:

Most Base features, plus:

• 17-in. Shadow Silver-painted aluminum wheels
• Power liftgate
• Privacy glass on second row and liftgate
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Intelligent Access with push-button start
• Eight cupholders
• Illuminated vanity mirrors
• Premium wrapped steering wheel
• Two rear USB powerpoints
• SiriusXM® with 360L 
• Eight-way power driver’s seat
• Front passenger’s seat back map pocket

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line

The 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line has a unique sporty appearance inside and out.

Key Features:

Most Active features, plus:

• Optional 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I4 hybrid engine
  • 192 total system HP
  • eCVT
• 18-in. Rock Metallic-painted aluminum wheels
• Black mesh grille
• Body-color rear spoiler and lower body cladding
• Unique rear skid plate
• Black roof-rack side rails
• Unique ST-Line carpeted floor mats
• Flat-bottom sport-style steering wheel with red stitching
• Partial vinyl and cloth seats with red stitching

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Select

Premium lighting, heated seats, and a larger engine await you inside the 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Select.

Key Features:

Most ST-Line features, plus:

• 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine with auto start/stop technology
  • 250 HP and 280 lb.-ft. of torque
• AWD with AWD disconnect
• Body-color side view mirror caps
• Heated glass on side view mirrors
• LED fog lamps
• Remote start system
• One-touch up/down power windows
• Heated steering wheel
• Heated front seats

2023 Ford Escape Platinum

The 2023 Ford Escape Platinum provides a premium driving experience with an enhanced interior and convenient exterior additions.

Key Features:

Most Active features, plus:

• 2.0L EcoBoost I4 engine with auto start/stop technology
• 19-in. machined-face aluminum wheels with dark tarnished pockets
• LED headlamps with coast-to-coast lightbar
• Heated side view mirrors
• LED fog lamps
• Black roof rack side rails
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Intelligent adaptive cruise control
• Evasive steering assist
• Rear parking sensors
• Remote start system
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror
• One-touch up/down front and rear windows
• Wireless charging pad
• Universal garage door opener
• Ambient interior lighting
• 12.3-in. full digital instrument cluster
• 13.2-in. touchscreen
• Memory system for driver’s seat and outside mirrors
• ActiveX™ seat trim
• Heated front seats
• Ten-way power driver’s seat; six-way power front passenger’s seat
• 360-degree camera with split view
• SecuriCode keyless entry keypad
• Perimeter alarm

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite

With additional technology and enhanced seat functions, the 2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite is both intelligent and relaxing.

Key Features:

Most ST-Line Select features, plus:

• 19-in. machined-face, ebony-painted aluminum wheels 
• LED headlamps with coast-to-coast lightbar
• Rain-sensing windshield wipers
• Intelligent adaptive cruise control
• Evasive steering assist
• Rear parking sensors
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror
• Wireless charging pad
• Ambient lighting
• Connected built-in navigation
• 13.4-in. touchscreen
• Memory system for driver’s seat and outside mirrors
• Ten-way power driver’s seat; six-way power front passenger’s seat
• 360-degree camera with split view
• SecuriCode® keyless entry keypad
• Perimeter alarm

2023 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-In

Increase your fuel efficiency inside the 2023 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-In which has a standard plug-in hybrid engine.

Key Features:

Most Active features, plus:

• Plug-in hybrid 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-Cycle I4 engine
  • 210 total system HP
• eCVT
• 18-in. machined-face Magnetic aluminum wheels with painted pockets
• Body-color, heated glass side view mirror
• LED fog lamps
• Black roof rack side rails
• Intelligent adaptive cruise control
• Evasive steering assist
• Rear parking sensors
• Remote start system
• One-touch up/down power windows
• Heated, premium-wrapped steering wheel
• Connected built-in navigation
• SYNC 4 with 13.2-in. touchscreen
• Partial vinyl and cloth seats
• Heated front seats