Ford Escort MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Ford Escort model year from 1984 to 2003 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Escort has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 1985 (up to 40 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Ford Escort fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 25 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 25–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 25–26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 25–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 25–28 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1998 | 25–28 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1997 | 26–28 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1996 | 22–30 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1995 | 22–29 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1994 | 23–29 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1993 | 23–30 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1992 | 23–30 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1991 | 23–30 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1990 | 24–32 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1989 | 24–32 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1988 | 24–32 MPG | 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1987 | 25–35 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1986 | 22–38 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1985 | 23–40 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 1984 | 23–39 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl | — | — |
2003 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 2003 Escort was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
2002 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 2002 Escort was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2001 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 2001 Escort was EPA-rated in 3 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2000 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 2000 Escort was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
1999 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1999 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
1998 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1998 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort ZX2 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
1997 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1997 Escort was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 28 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
1996 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1996 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 27 | 22 MPG |
1995 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1995 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1994 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1994 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 29 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
1993 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1993 Escort was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort FS | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 35 | 30 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
1992 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1992 Escort was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort FS | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 27 | 36 | 30 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 33 | 29 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 26 | 34 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
1991 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1991 Escort was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.9L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 30 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort FS | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 27 | 37 | 30 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
1990 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1990 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 26 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 28 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
1989 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1989 Escort was EPA-rated in 6 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
1988 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1988 Escort was EPA-rated in 7 versions (1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 24 to 32 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 38 | 32 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 28 | 24 MPG |
1987 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1987 Escort was EPA-rated in 8 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 25 to 35 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 40 | 35 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 27 | 38 | 31 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 27 | 38 | 31 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 24 | 34 | 28 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
1986 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1986 Escort was EPA-rated in 11 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 38 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort FS | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 34 | 44 | 38 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 35 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 26 | 35 | 29 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 MPG |
1985 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1985 Escort was EPA-rated in 28 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl, 1.9L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 40 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 36 | 46 | 40 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 29 | 39 | 33 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 34 | 27 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 32 | 26 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.9L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 23 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 31 | 24 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
1984 Ford Escort: engines & MPG
The 1984 Escort was EPA-rated in 18 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.6L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 39 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 35 | 47 | 39 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Diesel | 31 | 39 | 34 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 28 | 39 | 32 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 30 | 24 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Escort | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 26 | 23 MPG |
| Escort Wagon | 1.6L 4-cyl | Automatic 3-spd | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Ford Escort get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Escort range from 25 to 40 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 1985 model year.
What engines does the 2003 Ford Escort have?
The 2003 Escort was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl engines — see the 2003 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Ford Escort require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline or diesel.
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