Wilkes-Barre, PA drivers looking for the best available new Ford Escape lease offers have a strong option just 20 miles north on Route 6. Tunkhannock Ford offers current Ford Motor Credit lease deals on eligible new Ford Escape configurations — with competitive monthly payments on trims including the Active, ST-Line, Hybrid, and Plug-In Hybrid, plus military and first responder bonus cash that can be applied directly toward your lease. The Ford Escape is one of the most versatile compact SUVs in its class, offering three powertrain options — standard, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid — available AWD for northeastern Pennsylvania's winter road conditions, and a trim lineup that covers everything from practical everyday transportation to sport-oriented and electrified configurations. Whether you are a Wilkes-Barre commuter looking for a fuel-efficient lease, a Luzerne County driver who wants AWD confidence through the winter months, or a buyer exploring the Escape Plug-In Hybrid's all-electric daily commute capability, our finance team is ready to build the right lease for your situation. Apply for lease financing online today or get directions to Tunkhannock Ford to see current Escape inventory and lease offers in person.

Why Lease a Ford Escape near Wilkes-Barre?

The Ford Escape is one of the strongest lease candidates in the compact SUV segment for Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County drivers for a straightforward set of reasons. Its competitive transaction price translates to accessible monthly lease payments across all three powertrain options. Its strong residual values — particularly on the Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid configurations — support favorable lease structures. And for drivers who cover consistent annual mileage on a predictable Wyoming Valley commute, a 36-month lease provides a clean, structured path to a new vehicle every few years without the long-term ownership commitment of a purchase loan. Leasing makes the most sense for Escape buyers who plan to stay within standard mileage limits, want a new vehicle on a regular cycle, and do not plan to significantly modify the vehicle. For buyers who put unpredictable or very high annual mileage on their vehicle, a purchase loan is often the more cost-effective path, and our team will be direct with you about which option makes more sense before you commit.

Ford Escape Lease Offers by Trim

Ford Motor Credit lease offers on the Escape are available on a rotating selection of eligible trims at Tunkhannock Ford, and the right lease target for Wilkes-Barre-area drivers depends on powertrain preference, feature priorities, and monthly budget. The Active is the standard powertrain entry point and frequently carries the most accessible monthly payment in the Escape lineup — a practical, well-equipped compact SUV with available AWD and a clean, modern interior well-suited to everyday Wilkes-Barre commuting and family use. The ST-Line is the sport-appearance trim, adding a more aggressive exterior styling package, sport-tuned suspension, and a driver-focused interior that appeals to buyers who want a more energetic Escape at a competitive lease payment. The Hybrid delivers significantly improved fuel economy over the standard powertrain with no changes to refueling habits — a natural fit for high-mileage Wyoming Valley commuters who want their lease payment to go further at the pump. The Plug-In Hybrid is the most technologically advanced Escape configuration, adding an all-electric driving range for short trips and daily commutes alongside full hybrid capability for longer runs — and its potential federal tax credit eligibility can reduce the effective cost of the lease for qualifying buyers.

Ford Escape Hybrid Lease: The Smart Choice for Wyoming Valley Commuters

For Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County drivers who cover significant daily mileage commuting through the Wyoming Valley, the Ford Escape Hybrid lease deserves serious consideration alongside the standard Escape. The Escape Hybrid delivers meaningfully better fuel economy than the standard powertrain — with no changes to how you refuel and no plug-in requirement — which means that over the course of a 36-month lease, the fuel savings can represent a real and meaningful offset to any difference in monthly payment between the Hybrid and standard Escape configurations. Available AWD on the Escape Hybrid also ensures confident traction through the wet and snowy winter road conditions that are a regular fact of life for northeastern Pennsylvania drivers. Our finance team can run the numbers on expected fuel savings over a standard lease term based on your actual commute mileage to help you determine whether the Escape Hybrid lease makes financial sense for your specific situation. Apply for lease financing online to get started.

Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid Lease: Electric Daily Driving near Wilkes-Barre

The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid is the most compelling configuration for Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County drivers whose daily commute falls within the Escape PHEV's all-electric driving range — allowing them to complete most or all of their regular driving on electricity while retaining full hybrid capability for longer trips and highway driving without any range anxiety. For buyers who charge at home overnight, the Escape PHEV can dramatically reduce daily fuel costs compared to any gasoline-powered compact SUV, and those savings accumulate meaningfully over the course of a 36-month lease. The Escape PHEV may also be eligible for a federal clean vehicle tax credit depending on buyer income, vehicle configuration, and current IRS guidelines — and our finance team can walk you through how any available credit interacts with the Ford Motor Credit lease offer to identify the most cost-effective path to Escape PHEV ownership for your household. Home charger installation support is available through Ford's partnership with Qmerit for buyers who need to upgrade their home charging setup. Apply online or visit Tunkhannock Ford to explore current Escape PHEV lease offers.

Ford Escape AWD Lease: Year-Round Confidence for Northeastern Pennsylvania

Available all-wheel drive on the Ford Escape is one of its most practical features for Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County drivers who contend with the wet pavement, snow, and ice that northeastern Pennsylvania winters reliably deliver. AWD is available across the standard Escape, Escape Hybrid, and Escape Plug-In Hybrid configurations, and for drivers who commute regularly through the Wyoming Valley from fall through spring, the added traction and confidence of AWD is a meaningful quality-of-life improvement that makes it worth considering when selecting your lease configuration. Our finance team can walk you through the current lease payment difference between FWD and AWD configurations on the trim you are considering so you can make an informed decision about whether AWD is worth the incremental monthly cost for your specific driving situation.

Military & First Responder Lease Bonus Cash

The Wilkes-Barre and greater Luzerne County area is home to a significant population of veterans, active-duty military personnel, police officers, firefighters, and other first responders — and Ford has dedicated bonus cash programs that can be applied toward a new Escape lease to recognize their service. Ford's military appreciation bonus cash is available for active-duty service members, veterans, reservists, and qualifying family members. First responder bonus cash is available for qualifying police officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and other emergency personnel. Both programs can typically be combined with current Ford Motor Credit lease offers for maximum total savings on your Escape lease. If you believe you may qualify, mention it when you apply for lease financing online or bring your documentation to the dealership so our team can factor it into your deal from the start.

What to Know Before Leasing a Ford Escape

Before signing a Ford Escape lease at Tunkhannock Ford, there are a few things worth knowing for Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County drivers. Mileage selection is the most important practical decision — standard lease agreements typically allow 10,000 to 15,000 miles per year, and buyers who drive significant annual mileage commuting through the Wyoming Valley should select a mileage tier that accurately reflects their expected usage to avoid end-of-lease overage charges. For Escape PHEV buyers, home charging setup is worth arranging before your lease begins — the vehicle's daily electric range is most useful when you can charge overnight, and setting up a Level 2 home charger through Ford's Qmerit partnership is a straightforward process our team can help you initiate. For all Escape lease configurations, wear and tear standards apply at lease end, and our team will walk you through Ford Motor Credit's wear guidelines so you know what to expect when you return the vehicle. As with any lease, keeping modifications to reversible, non-structural accessories protects you from end-of-lease charges.

How to Get to Tunkhannock Ford from Wilkes-Barre

Tunkhannock Ford is an easy and direct drive from Wilkes-Barre, PA — approximately 20 miles north via Route 6 through the heart of northeastern Pennsylvania. The drive takes roughly 25 to 30 minutes and takes you from the Wyoming Valley up through the scenic countryside of Wyoming County. Many Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County buyers make the trip to take advantage of our Ford Escape inventory selection, Ford Motor Credit lease offers, and the personal, no-pressure experience our finance team provides. To save time on your visit, we encourage you to apply for lease financing online before you arrive so our team has everything ready when you walk through the door. Get directions to Tunkhannock Ford and come see the full Escape lineup in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Ford Escape lease offers are available near Wilkes-Barre, PA?

Ford Escape lease offers for Wilkes-Barre-area drivers at Tunkhannock Ford through Ford Motor Credit typically include competitive monthly payments on eligible standard, Hybrid, and Plug-In Hybrid configurations, military and first responder bonus cash, and loyalty offers for current Ford owners. Lease availability, monthly payment, and terms vary by trim and powertrain and are subject to credit approval and vehicle availability.

Which Ford Escape trims are most commonly available to lease near Wilkes-Barre, PA?

The Active and ST-Line are the most frequently offered standard powertrain lease configurations. The Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid are also available to lease in many months and are popular with fuel-conscious Wyoming Valley commuters. Contact our finance team for current trim and powertrain availability and lease payment details.

Should I lease the Ford Escape, Escape Hybrid, or Escape Plug-In Hybrid near Wilkes-Barre, PA?

The standard Escape is the most accessible monthly payment and suits buyers who want a capable compact SUV without a fuel economy premium. The Hybrid is the best fit for high-mileage Wyoming Valley commuters who want to reduce fuel costs with no changes to refueling habits. The PHEV is the best fit for buyers whose daily commute falls within the electric range and who want to maximize fuel savings and explore federal tax credit eligibility. Our finance team can run the numbers across all three for your specific commute.

Is the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid eligible for a federal tax credit when leased near Wilkes-Barre, PA?

The Escape PHEV may be eligible for a federal clean vehicle tax credit depending on the buyer's income, tax liability, vehicle configuration, and whether it is purchased or leased. Eligibility rules are subject to change. Our finance team can walk you through current eligibility status and how any available credit interacts with Ford Motor Credit lease offers for your specific situation.

Are there Ford Escape lease offers available for military and first responders near Wilkes-Barre, PA?

Yes. Ford's military appreciation bonus cash and first responder bonus cash can both be applied toward a new Escape lease for qualifying buyers in the Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County area and can typically be combined with current Ford Motor Credit lease offers for maximum total savings.

How far is Tunkhannock Ford from Wilkes-Barre, PA?

Tunkhannock Ford is approximately 20 miles from Wilkes-Barre, PA — about a 25 to 30 minute drive north on Route 6. You can also apply for lease financing online before your visit to have everything ready when you arrive.

Summary

Wilkes-Barre, PA drivers looking for the best available new Ford Escape lease offers will find a knowledgeable, no-pressure finance team and current Ford Motor Credit lease deals waiting for them at Tunkhannock Ford — just 20 miles north on Route 6. Whether you are looking to lease a standard Escape Active or ST-Line at the most competitive monthly payment, step into an Escape Hybrid to reduce fuel costs on your Wyoming Valley commute, explore the Escape Plug-In Hybrid's all-electric daily driving capability and federal tax credit potential, or maximize your military or first responder bonus cash, we will walk you through every available option and build the right lease for your situation. Apply for Ford Escape lease financing online today, or get directions to Tunkhannock Ford and let us put together the right deal for you.