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2005 Ford Escape MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2005 Ford Escape MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2005 Ford Escape reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2005 Ford Escape MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 17 to 29 mpg across 8 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423.1904761904762 g/mi |
| 2.3L 4-cylinderManual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 21 mpg | 27 mpg | 24 mpg | $2,550 | 370.2916666666667 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 467.7368421052632 g/mi |
| 2.3L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 28 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,100 | 306.44827586206895 g/mi |
| 2.3L 4-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,400 | 493.72222222222223 g/mi |
| 2.3L 4-cylinderManual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423.1904761904762 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,600 | 522.7647058823529 g/mi |
| 2.3L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 28 mpg | 26 mpg | 27 mpg | $2,300 | 329.14814814814815 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2005 Ford Escape annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.3L 4-cylinder, Automatic 4-spd, Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2005 Ford Escape recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT · 15V606000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2.3L or 3.0L engine and have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmissions and either tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S28.
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM · 14V526000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Ford Escape hybrid electric vehicles manufactured October 13, 2003, to June 20, 2008, and 2006-2008 Mercury Mariner hybrid electric vehicles manufactured June 10, 2005, to June 20, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S19.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING · 15E045000
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT · 06V111000
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT SIDE AIR CURTAINS OR MOONROOFS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE FREE MOTION HEAD FORM REGISTERED A MEASUREMENT ABOVE THE PERMITTED LIMIT AT THE LEFT HAND A-PILLAR TRIM AREA.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO THE ENERGY ABSORBING MATERIAL LOCATED ABOVE THE HEADLINER IN THE AFFECTED AREA FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 19, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · 04V602000
CERTAIN 2004-2005 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND CERTAIN 2001-2003 SPORT UTIITY VEHICLE HAVING REAR LIFTGATE COMPONENTS SERVICED WITH 2004 EQUIVALENT COMPONENTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, 'DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS.' THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCHING SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET THE INERTIA LOAD REQUIREMENT IN ONE DIRECTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH RELEASE ROD, THE RELEASE ROD ATTACHMENT CLIP AND THE DOOR HANDLE RETURN SPRING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
2005 Ford Escape NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Ford Escape 4-DR. | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2005 Ford Escape gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 17 to 29 mpg across 8 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Escape?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2005 Ford Escape have recalls?
NHTSA returned 5 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated