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2020-2026 Ford Escape MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 26–41 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2020-2026 Ford Escape at a glance
The 2020-2026 Ford Escape covers 7 model years in the EPA database (40 configurations in all), rated 26–41 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $1,670 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD (39 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, hybrid and plug-in hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 41 MPG, was reached in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
2020-2026 Ford Escape by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–39 MPG | $1,160–$2,470 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–39 MPG | $1,160–$2,470 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas, Hybrid | 26–39 MPG | $1,670–$2,470 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–39 MPG | $1,160–$2,480 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–41 MPG | $1,130–$2,550 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–41 MPG | $1,130–$2,520 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26–41 MPG | $1,150–$2,520 | First year |
What the 2026 Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$184
$2,210 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.68
Per 100 miles
$14.73
Five years
$11,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$40less a year
Class median $2,250 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Ford Escape MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 39 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,670.
On electricity 101 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,210 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,470 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 40 | 101 | 37 mi | $1,160 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2025 Ford Escape MPG
26–39 MPG · $1,160–$2,470/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 39 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,670.
On electricity 101 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,200 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,470 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 40 | 101 | 37 mi | $1,160 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2024 Ford Escape MPG
26–39 MPG · $1,670–$2,470/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 39 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,670.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,210 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,470 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
2023 Ford Escape MPG
26–39 MPG · $1,160–$2,480/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration moves from 41 to 39 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $1,610 to $1,670, $60 more.
On electricity 101 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 34 | 30 | $2,210 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,480 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 42 | 36 | 39 | $1,670 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 40 | 101 | 37 mi | $1,160 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2022 Ford Escape MPG
26–41 MPG · $1,130–$2,550/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 41 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,610.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,160 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,550 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 44 | 37 | 41 | $1,610 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 43 | 37 | 40 | $1,640 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 40 | 105 | 37 mi | $1,130 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2021 Ford Escape MPG
26–41 MPG · $1,130–$2,520/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 41 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,610.
On electricity 105 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,160 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,520 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 44 | 37 | 41 | $1,610 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 43 | 37 | 40 | $1,640 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 40 | 105 | 37 mi | $1,130 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2020 Ford Escape MPG
26–41 MPG · $1,150–$2,520/yr
On electricity 102 MPGe, with 37 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | FWD | 27 | 33 | 30 | $2,160 |
| Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 3-cyl turbo | AWD | 26 | 31 | 28 | $2,330 |
| Escape 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,520 |
Hybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 44 | 37 | 41 | $1,610 |
| HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 43 | 37 | 40 | $1,640 |
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV (Most efficient) | FWD | 41 | 102 | 37 mi | $1,150 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 66% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD: $3,010 in California and $1,930 in Texas, a $1,080 difference.
- California $3,010
- Washington $2,790
- New York $2,210
- Florida $2,090
- Texas $1,930
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2001-2007 (1st gen)
- 2008-2012 (2nd gen)
- 2013-2019 (3rd gen)
- 2020-2026 (4th gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2020-2026 Ford Escape get?
EPA rates the 2020-2026 Ford Escape at 26–41 MPG combined across 40 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2022 HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 41 MPG (44 city, 37 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 26–30 MPG; Hybrid: 39–41 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 40–41 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2020-2026 Ford Escape?
The HEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 41 MPG, in 2020, 2021 and 2022. The lowest top rating, 39 MPG, was in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2020-2026 Ford Escape?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2020-2026 Ford Escape compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2013-2019 Ford Escape) is rated 23–26 MPG combined and costs $2,480–$2,850 a year to fuel; the 2020-2026 model is rated 26–41 MPG and costs $1,130–$2,550 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Ford Escape per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,210 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $1,160–$2,470 a year. That is a $1,310 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How does the 2026 Ford Escape compare with other small SUV configurations?
The Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,210 a year to fuel, $40 less than the class median of $2,250, and less than 5 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 296 rated small SUV configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Ford Escape hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (HEV 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD) is rated 39 MPG against 30 MPG for the best gas version (Escape 1.5L 3-cyl turbo FWD), 9 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,670 versus $2,210 a year, a saving of $540.
How far does the 2026 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid go on electricity?
EPA rates the electric range at 37 miles, with a total range of 520 miles when the gasoline engine helps. Once the battery is used, the car runs as a hybrid at 40 MPG. The PHEV 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $1,160 a year, assuming EPA's utility factor of 66% of miles on electricity, at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) + residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
Is the 2026 Ford Escape different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 39 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,670. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2026 against 6 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Ford Escape for that year.