2025 Ford Escape vs. 2025 GMC Terrain at Big M Ford
Compact SUVs have become some of the most popular vehicles on the road. Sure, they’re small, but that size makes them nimble enough to zip through busy city streets while still offering plenty of power, comfort, and practicality. The 2025 Ford Escape and GMC Terrain are two of the best options available in this segment. On the surface, they seem pretty similar, but what if you looked a little deeper? Which one actually gives you more value for your investment? To help make your decision easier, please continue reading with our team at Big M Ford as we break down these two side-by-side.
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Design
When it comes to looks, both the Ford Escape and GMC Terrain bring their own unique style, so there’s no need to declare a winner here. You can easily spot the differences in photos, but what matters is the comfort and space you get once you step inside.
The 2025 Ford Escape does a great job of making the cabin feel relaxed. Up front, there’s over 1,077 mm of legroom, which is plenty of space to stretch out, even for your taller friend. The sport contour bucket seats are comfortable without being too soft, and they can hold you in nicely when you’re taking corners. In the back, the 60/40 split-folding rear seats can slide back up to 150 mm. If you’re loading up for a weekend trip, those seats fold down flat, opening up to 1,851 litres of cargo space behind the front row. And because we all know what winters are like here in Medicine Hat, the standard heated seats and heated steering wheel are definitely worth mentioning.
Switching over to the 2025 GMC Terrain, it also offers heated seats and a heated steering wheel, which is great. But when it comes to space, it’s just a bit more limited. Front passengers get about 1,039 mm of legroom, and max cargo space tops out at 1,798 litres, which is not a huge difference, but if you often load up gear, that extra space in the Escape does come in handy.
Performance
Engine Options
The 2025 Ford Escape offers a bunch of ways to get moving. There’s a plug-in hybrid version that puts out 219 total system horsepower and can run up to 60 km on electric power alone. The regular hybrid model delivers 192 horsepower and uses regenerative braking to recharge the battery as you drive, which helps you go further between fill-ups. If gas power is more your style, the Escape has two EcoBoost engine options, with the top one producing up to 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.
The 2025 GMC Terrain sticks with a single engine option, a 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder that delivers 175 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. It’s a reliable engine that handles daily driving just fine, but it’s noticeably less powerful than the Ford Escape. Moreover, the Terrain doesn’t offer hybrid versions or the variety of engine choices that Ford does.
Fuel Economy
If saving fuel is a big deal for you, the 2025 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid is tough to beat. It offers an impressive 2.3 Le/100 km, which lets you cover quite a distance on electric power alone before switching to gas. Even the regular gas engine holds its own, getting about 8.9 L/100 km in the city and 6.9 L/100 km on the highway. In contrast, the 2025 GMC Terrain is a bit thirstier, with fuel consumption around 10.0 L/100 km in the city and 8.4 L/100 km on the highway.
Technology
Both the 2025 Ford Escape and GMC Terrain share some similarities when it comes to wireless connectivity. The Escape features Ford’s SYNC 4 system with a 13.2-inch LCD touchscreen, which makes it super easy to navigate menus and control your media. It also supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so your favourite apps are always in sync.
Other technology highlights in the 2025 Ford Escape:
- Wireless Charging Pad
- Alexa Built-In
- Ford Co-Pilot360
- 360-Degree Camera
- FordPass App
Technology features in the 2025 GMC Terrain:
- 15.5-inch Infotainment Display
- Wireless Charging Pad
- HDSurround Vision
- Driver Assistance Technologies
2025 Ford Escape vs. 2025 GMC Terrain Verdict
When you stack it all up, engine options, fuel economy, interior space, and now technology, the 2025 Ford Escape comes out ahead in more ways than one. Not only does it offer more variety, but it's also more affordable. With six trim levels to choose from, there's a version of the Escape for just about every budget and lifestyle. And with a starting price of just $33,506, it's priced well below the GMC Terrain, which is only offered in a single trim starting at around $41,000.
Shop the 2025 Ford Escape at Big M Ford
Of course, the best way to get a feel for the 2025 Ford Escape is to check it out in person, and at Big M Ford, we’d love to help with that. You can start by browsing our new and used Escape models online, from the fuel-sipping hybrids to the well-equipped gas-powered trims. And whenever it’s convenient for you, just fill out the form below to book a test drive.