How different are the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport and Escape? Although these small SUVs were built on the same chassis, they’ll take you in surprisingly different directions. Let’s take a look.
Key Takeaways
- Ford’s compact crossovers are priced so similarly that you and your budget won’t notice much of a difference!
- While the Escape is a little more comfortable, the Bronco Sport is a little more fun.
- You can equip the Escape for rugged adventure, but the Bronco Sport delivers best-in-class trail performance.
- With its available hybrid powertrain, the Escape can save you a bundle at the pump!
MSRP
If you’re hoping one of these compact crossovers costs a lot less than the other, you’re out of luck. Both models are competitively priced for the segment. The 2025 Ford Escape starts at $29,150*, just a bit above the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport’s $29,995* MSRP. And while the Escape comes standard with a few extra comfort features, the Bronco Sport evens the score with its rugged powertrain and standard all-wheel drive.
*Price as of 4/15/25.
Caravanning Comfort
Both of Ford’s compact crossovers deliver major comfort and convenience, albeit in slightly different ways. With its comfort-tuned suspension, the Escape delivers the smoothest ride. It’ll appeal to anyone with a long drive to work! This small SUV also comes with an incredible list of standard features, from smartphone-savvy infotainment to dual-zone automatic climate control. The Escape is also primed to keep you safe; every model includes driving aids like blind-spot warning and lane-keeping assistance.
Since the Bronco Sport is tuned for off-road performance, it can feel a little stiff on the pavement. But once you get used to the ride, this compact crossover is the more fun option. When you’re camping or tailgating, you can flip up the liftgate’s rear window for easy access to your cooler. The Bronco Sport even has a built-in bottle opener! Better still, the Bronco Sport’s roomy seating and available upgrades help make it the life of the party.
Confronting Monroe’s Local Landscapes
Whether you’re hunting for a parking space on the ULM campus or off on a weekend excursion in Black Bayou, Ford’s compact crossovers feel right at home. That’s because both models are nimble enough for city driving and tough enough for North Louisiana’s back roads. But while you can definitely equip the Escape with all-wheel drive and a 250-horsepower engine, the Bronco Sport gives you the edge in off-road terrain.
With its standard G.O.A.T. Modes and all-wheel drive, the Bronco Sport handles our rain-soaked roads and soft shoulders will startling skill. And you’d be hard-pressed to find another compact SUV that offers upgrades like its new Sasquatch package (featuring all-terrain tires, high-clearance fenders, an upgraded suspension, and more)! Venture even deeper into the wild in the top-tier Bronco Sport Badlands trim. It’s loaded with off-road upgrades, from underbody skid plates to enhanced four-wheel drive!
Thrifty Travels
If your Louisiana adventures take you all over the state, we highly recommend checking out the Escape’s hybrid powertrain options. The Escape PHEV’s exclusive powertrain will save you the most at the pump. Its plug-in hybrid engine earns an outstanding 101 MPGe! There’s also an optional hybrid powertrain (no need to recharge!) that’s available for the ST-Line trim model and up. Earning up to 39 mpg combined (42 city/36 highway), it’s another great choice for travelers.
Compared to the Escape, the Bronco Sport prioritizes athleticism over efficiency. Still, it achieves up to 27 mpg combined (25 city/30 highway), which isn’t bad for such a sporty little SUV!
This Small SUV’s for You!
Should Monroe, LA, buyers choose the Bronco Sport or the Escape? It depends on the driver! To balance sporty capabilities with maximum comfort, get yourself an Escape. But if you prefer rugged good looks and an ultra-athletic performance, there’s no better compact crossover than the Bronco Sport. Whatever model floats your boat, you can find it here at Banner Ford of Monroe — visit us for a test-drive!