Ford Escape MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Ford Escape model year from 2001 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Escape has been offered with 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.5L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl power plants; the most efficient version is the 2022 (up to 41 MPG combined). All rated versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Ford Escape fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined MPG | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26–40 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $31,990 | 9,561 listings |
| 2025 | 26–40 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $25,895 | 3,348 listings |
| 2024 | 26–39 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $22,000 | 4,033 listings |
| 2023 | 26–40 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $23,295 | 3,393 listings |
| 2022 | 26–41 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $20,000 | 2,797 listings |
| 2021 | 26–41 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $17,388 | 1,082 listings |
| 2020 | 26–41 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $15,988 | 2,041 listings |
| 2019 | 23–26 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $13,600 | 1,057 listings |
| 2018 | 23–26 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $12,595 | 1,509 listings |
| 2017 | 23–26 | 1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl | $11,397 | 1,844 listings |
| 2016 | 23–26 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $9,995 | 764 listings |
| 2015 | 23–26 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | $9,443 | 736 listings |
| 2014 | 24–26 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 24–26 | 1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 20–32 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 20–32 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 20–32 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 20–32 | 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 19–32 | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 19–30 | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 19–29 | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 17–29 | 2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 18–22 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 18–22 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 18–22 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 18–23 | 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl | — | — |
2026 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2026 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 40 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $31,990 on VehiSales (9,561 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 37 | 40 MPG · 520 mi range |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2025 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2025 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 40 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $25,895 on VehiSales (3,348 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 37 | 40 MPG · 560 mi range |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2024 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2024 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 39 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $22,000 on VehiSales (4,033 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2023 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2023 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 40 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $23,295 on VehiSales (3,393 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 37 | 40 MPG · 520 mi range |
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 42 | 36 | 39 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 27 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2022 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2022 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 41 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $20,000 on VehiSales (2,797 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 44 | 37 | 41 MPG |
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 38 | 40 MPG · 520 mi range |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 37 | 40 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2021 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2021 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 41 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $17,388 on VehiSales (1,082 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 44 | 37 | 41 MPG |
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 38 | 40 MPG · 520 mi range |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 37 | 40 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2020 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2020 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 41 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $15,988 on VehiSales (2,041 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 38 | 41 MPG · 530 mi range |
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 44 | 37 | 41 MPG |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 43 | 37 | 40 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 26 | 31 | 28 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
2019 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2019 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $13,600 on VehiSales (1,057 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2018 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2018 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $12,595 on VehiSales (1,509 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2017 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2017 Escape was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $11,397 on VehiSales (1,844 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 20 | 27 | 23 MPG |
2016 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2016 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $9,995 on VehiSales (764 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 23 MPG |
2015 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2015 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 26 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $9,443 on VehiSales (736 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 23 MPG |
2014 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2014 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2013 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2013 Escape was EPA-rated in 5 versions (1.6L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 22 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
2012 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2012 Escape was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 34 | 30 | 32 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 27 | 29 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escape AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Escape AWD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2011 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2011 Escape was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 34 | 30 | 32 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 27 | 29 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2010 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2010 Escape was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 34 | 31 | 32 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 27 | 29 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escape FWD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
2009 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2009 Escape was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.5L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 20 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 34 | 31 | 32 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
2008 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2008 Escape was EPA-rated in 7 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 34 | 30 | 32 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 27 | 28 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 MPG |
2007 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2007 Escape was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 31 | 29 | 30 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 27 | 27 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 19 MPG |
2006 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2006 Escape was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 19 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 26 | 27 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 22 | 20 MPG |
| Escape FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 23 | 20 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 21 | 19 MPG |
2005 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2005 Escape was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.3L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Hybrid 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 30 | 28 | 29 MPG |
| Escape Hybrid 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 26 | 27 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 24 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 20 | 18 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG |
2004 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2004 Escape was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2003 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2003 Escape was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG |
2002 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2002 Escape was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 25 | 22 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 17 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2001 Ford Escape: engines & MPG
The 2001 Escape was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 2WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 24 | 21 MPG |
| Escape 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| Escape 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Ford Escape get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Escape ranges from 17 to 41 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2022 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Ford Escape have?
The 2026 Escape was EPA-rated with 2.5L 4-cyl, 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Ford Escape require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular.
Is there a hybrid or electric Escape?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.
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