2021 Ford Escape fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2021 Ford Escape. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 41 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 44 city / 37 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 26 to 41 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 44 and 37 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $1,650 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD HEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.5L Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | 44 | 37 | 41 MPG | $1,650 | |
| Escape AWD HEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.5L Hybrid | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 43 | 37 | 40 MPG | $1,700 | |
| Escape FWD PHEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-cyl 2.5L Plug-in Hybrid | Front-Wheel Drive | 43 | 38 | 40 MPG | $1,700 | 520 mi |
| Escape FWD Automatic 8-spd | 3-cyl 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 30 MPG | $2,250 | |
| Escape AWD Automatic 8-spd | 3-cyl 1.5L | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 31 | 28 MPG | $2,400 | |
| Escape AWD Automatic 8-spd | 4-cyl 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 MPG | $2,600 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $1,650 per year in fuel, versus $2,600 for the least efficient.