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Ford Escape MPG: 2026 EPA Ratings, Gas, Hybrid and Plug-In
Escape fuel economy varies by powertrain: the 1.5-liter or 2.0-liter turbo, the hybrid or the plug-in hybrid. This guide lists the 2026 and 2025 Ford Escape ratings on fueleconomy.gov, the U.S. Department of Energy and EPA fuel economy site, read November 4, 2026, explains the plug-in hybrid label, and covers what can change the mileage you actually see.
What MPG does a Ford Escape get?
Fueleconomy.gov rates the 2026 Ford Escape at 26 to 30 combined mpg with a turbo gas engine, 39 combined for the Escape AWD HEV hybrid, and 40 combined on gas only for the Escape FWD PHEV plug-in hybrid, which is also rated 101 MPGe on electricity with 37 miles of electric range. EPA ratings are for comparison; your mileage will vary.
2026 Ford Escape MPG by listing
These are all of the 2026 Escape listings on fueleconomy.gov, with the model names, engines and transmissions as fueleconomy.gov shows them. *MPG is city / highway / combined; for the plug-in hybrid it is the gas-only rating.
| fueleconomy.gov listing | Engine and transmission | MPG* |
|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.5L turbo 3-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 27 / 34 / 30 |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L turbo 3-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 26 / 32 / 28 |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 23 / 31 / 26 |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 / 36 / 39 |
| Escape FWD PHEV (gas only) | 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 / 37 / 40 |
From the 2026 Ford Escape records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 49842, 49849, 49850, 49851 and 49763, read November 4, 2026.
2025 Ford Escape MPG by listing
Shopping a 2025 Escape? These are the 2025 listings on fueleconomy.gov. *MPG is city / highway / combined; for the plug-in hybrid it is the gas-only rating.
| fueleconomy.gov listing | Engine and transmission | MPG* |
|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD | 1.5L turbo 3-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 27 / 34 / 30 |
| Escape AWD | 1.5L turbo 3-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 26 / 32 / 28 |
| Escape AWD | 2.0L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic 8-speed | 23 / 31 / 26 |
| Escape FWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 / 36 / 39 |
| Escape AWD HEV | 2.5L 4-cyl hybrid, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 / 36 / 39 |
| Escape FWD PHEV (gas only) | 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 42 / 37 / 40 |
From the 2025 Ford Escape records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 48601, 48602, 48607, 48608, 48609 and 48663, read November 4, 2026.
You can read about the current Escape lineup on our new Ford Escape page.
Escape plug-in hybrid: electric range and charging
The Escape FWD PHEV plug-in hybrid has two sets of ratings: one on electricity and one on gas only. Fueleconomy.gov lists:
| Rating | 2026 Escape FWD PHEV | 2025 Escape FWD PHEV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined on electricity | 101 MPGe (111 city / 91 hwy) | 101 MPGe (111 city / 91 hwy) |
| Combined on gas only | 40 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Electricity use | 33 kWh per 100 miles | 33 kWh per 100 miles |
| Electric range | 37 miles | 37 miles |
| Total range | 520 miles | 560 miles |
| Charge time at 240V | 3.2 hours | 3.4 hours |
From the Escape FWD PHEV records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 49763 (2026) and 48663 (2025), and the side-by-side page for record 49763, read November 4, 2026. Fueleconomy.gov says this vehicle did not use any gasoline for the first 37 miles in EPA tests, but it may use gasoline depending on how you drive.
How to read the Escape ratings
The 1.5-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder with the Automatic 8-speed is rated 30 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 28 with all-wheel drive. The 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder, listed for 2026 with all-wheel drive only, is rated 26 combined.
The hybrid and plug-in hybrid use a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with an Automatic (variable gear ratios) transmission. Both are rated higher in the city than on the highway: 42 city and 36 highway for the 2026 Escape AWD HEV, and 42 city and 37 highway on gas only for the 2026 Escape FWD PHEV. Fueleconomy.gov shows the Escape AWD HEV as part-time 4-wheel drive.
On a plug-in hybrid label, the electric rating is in miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), the number of miles the vehicle can go using a quantity of fuel with the same energy content as a gallon of gasoline. The gas rating is the fuel economy once the battery is emptied and the vehicle is using gasoline. Both are combined city and highway values, weighted 55% city and 45% highway. Charge time is for a fully empty battery on 240-volt service; lower voltage takes longer.
Fueleconomy.gov notes that plug-in hybrids do not have to be plugged in; they can run on gasoline alone but will not achieve maximum range or fuel economy without charging. It does not list a 2027 Escape; as of November 4, 2026, the 2026 figures above are the latest Escape ratings.
From the 2025, 2026 and 2027 Ford model listings, the 2025 and 2026 Escape records, fueleconomy.gov, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Learn More About the Label and fueleconomy.gov, Plug-in Hybrids, on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026.
What lowers real-world Escape MPG
EPA ratings come from standardized tests designed to reflect typical driving conditions and driver behavior. Fueleconomy.gov says the ratings are a useful tool for comparing vehicles but may not accurately predict the average MPG you will get. It lists factors including:
How you drive
Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) can lower gas mileage by roughly 15% to 30% at highway speeds and 10% to 40% in stop-and-go traffic. Excessive idling also lowers MPG.
Cold weather and short trips
Your engine does not operate efficiently until it is warmed up, and in colder weather it takes longer to warm. Letting the car idle to warm up does not help fuel economy.
Roof cargo, towing and weight
Cargo boxes and other roof cargo add aerodynamic drag, and towing or carrying excessive weight lowers fuel economy. Test vehicles are assumed to carry only 300 pounds of passengers and cargo.
Terrain and speed
Hilly or mountainous terrain and unpaved roads can reduce fuel economy; the EPA test assumes flat ground. The tests account for aerodynamic drag up to highway speeds of 80 mph.
Maintenance
A poorly tuned engine burns more fuel, improperly aligned or inflated tires increase rolling resistance, and brake drag can make the engine work harder.
Fuel and break-in
Gasoline with 10% ethanol decreases fuel economy by 3% to 4%, and new vehicles will not reach their optimal fuel economy until the engine has broken in, which may take 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
From fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, read November 4, 2026.
Keep your Escape efficient at Ford of Peoria
The Works® at Ford of Peoria includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Fueleconomy.gov notes that improperly aligned or inflated tires and brake drag can cost fuel economy. For more ways to save fuel, read our guide on how to get better gas mileage.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Ford of Peoria is at 2211 W. Pioneer Pkwy. in Peoria. Get directions.
Ford of Peoria service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-noon |
| Sun | closed |
From Ford of Peoria's website, November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Ford Escape MPG FAQ
What gas mileage does a 2026 Ford Escape get?
Fueleconomy.gov rates the 2026 Escape FWD with the 1.5-liter turbocharged 3-cylinder at 27 city, 34 highway and 30 combined mpg. The Escape AWD is rated 28 combined with the 1.5-liter and 26 combined with the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder. The Escape AWD HEV hybrid is rated 42 city, 36 highway and 39 combined.
Which Escape gets the best gas mileage?
Of the 2026 listings that do not plug in, the Escape AWD HEV hybrid has the best rating at 39 combined mpg. The Escape FWD PHEV plug-in hybrid is rated 40 combined mpg when running on gas only, and 101 MPGe combined on electricity.
What is the electric range of the Escape plug-in hybrid?
Fueleconomy.gov lists 37 miles of electric range for the 2025 and 2026 Escape FWD PHEV. For the 2026 model, it says the vehicle did not use any gasoline for the first 37 miles in EPA tests but may use gasoline depending on how you drive. The total range listed is 520 miles for 2026 and 560 miles for 2025.
How long does the Escape plug-in hybrid take to charge?
The EPA charge time on fueleconomy.gov, for a fully empty battery on 240-volt service, is 3.2 hours for the 2026 Escape FWD PHEV and 3.4 hours for the 2025. Charging on a lower voltage, such as a 120-volt household outlet, takes longer.
How much MPG does AWD cost on an Escape?
With the 1.5-liter turbo 3-cylinder, the 2026 Escape FWD is rated 30 combined mpg and the Escape AWD 28. The 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder, listed with AWD only, is rated 26 combined.
Is the Escape hybrid rated higher in the city?
Yes. Fueleconomy.gov rates the 2026 Escape AWD HEV at 42 mpg in the city and 36 on the highway. The turbo gas listings are the other way around, such as 27 city and 34 highway for the Escape FWD.
Did the Escape MPG change from 2025 to 2026?
For the listings in both years, the mpg and MPGe ratings match. Fueleconomy.gov lists a 2025 Escape FWD HEV, also rated 39 combined, but no FWD hybrid for 2026. For the plug-in hybrid, the 2026 charge time is 3.2 hours against 3.4 for 2025, and the total range is 520 miles against 560.
Is there a 2027 Escape MPG rating yet?
As of November 4, 2026, fueleconomy.gov does not list a 2027 Escape, so the 2026 figures are the latest.
What fuel does the Escape use?
The gas and hybrid Escape listings on fueleconomy.gov show regular gasoline; the plug-in hybrid listings show regular gas and electricity.
What does The Works at Ford of Peoria include?
The Works® at Ford of Peoria includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check.
Want to know more about the Escape?
Read about the current Escape lineup on our new Ford Escape page, or schedule service with the Ford of Peoria team.
Sources
Escape fuel economy ratings, MPGe, electric and total range, charge times, engines, transmissions, drive and fuel type are from the 2026 and 2025 Ford Escape records on fueleconomy.gov, administered for the U.S. Department of Energy and the EPA, read November 4, 2026. The plug-in hybrid label definitions and the factors that affect mileage are from fueleconomy.gov's plug-in hybrid label, Plug-in Hybrids, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and Your Mileage Will Vary pages, read the same day. Service details, address, hours and the image are from Ford of Peoria's own website.
- 2026 Ford Escape FWD, AWD, AWD HEV and FWD PHEV: EPA city, highway and combined mpg, MPGe, electric and total range, kWh per 100 miles, 240V charge time, engine, transmission, drive and fuel type (records 49842, 49849, 49850, 49851, 49763; link opens record 49763), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- 2025 Ford Escape FWD, AWD, FWD HEV, AWD HEV and FWD PHEV (records 48601, 48602, 48607, 48608, 48609, 48663; link opens record 48663), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- 2025, 2026 and 2027 Ford model listings (no 2027 Escape listed), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Learn More About the Label, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Plug-in Hybrids, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 4, 2026
- How to get better gas mileage, Ford of Peoria, November 4, 2026
- New Ford Escape model page (hero image), Ford of Peoria, November 4, 2026
- General service: The Works, Ford of Peoria, November 4, 2026
- Address and hours (structured data), Ford of Peoria, November 4, 2026