Ford Escape Active Hybrid vs Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 8.0 s Runner-up: 8.4 s
Power winner Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD 213 hp Runner-up: 210 hp
Cargo winner Ford Escape Active Hybrid 971 L Runner-up: 575 L
Price winner Ford Escape Active Hybrid $34,295 Runner-up: $36,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid against the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds, compared with 8.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the higher listed output at 213 hp; 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid is rated at 210 hp, a difference of 3 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD at 525 Nm and 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid at 210 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid has the lower recorded consumption at 5.6 L/100km; 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is listed at 6.4 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 971 litres versus 575 litres, a difference of 396 litres. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid is listed at 680 kg. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is 96 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid has the lower listed starting price at $34,295, compared with $36,200 for 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD. 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Escape Active Hybrid2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.4 s8.0 s
Top Speed185 km/h180 km/h
Power210 hp213 hp
Torque210 Nm525 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank56 L55 L
Efficiency5.6 L/100km6.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions128 g/km146 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,584 mm4,680 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm185 mm
Cargo971 L575 L
Curb Weight1,650 kg1,820 kg
Towing680 kg1,500 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle11.4 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$34,295$36,200

Ford Escape Active Hybrid vs Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 seconds, versus 8.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has more power at 213 hp, a 3 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid has more listed cargo space at 971 litres (34.3 cu ft), versus 575 litres (20.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 680 kg (1,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD is heavier at 1,820 kg (4,012 lb), while 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid is listed at 1,650 kg (3,638 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $34,295 USD, compared with $36,200 USD for 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Escape Active Hybrid or the 2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD?

2025 Nissan X-Trail e-POWER 4WD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.