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2012 Ford Escape MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2012 Ford Escape MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2012 Ford Escape reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2012 Ford Escape MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 20 to 32 mpg across 7 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 34 mpg | 30 mpg | 32 mpg | $1,900 | 277.71875 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 423.1904761904762 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 21 mpg | 27 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,650 | 386.39130434782606 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderManual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 23 mpg | 28 mpg | 25 mpg | $2,450 | 355.48 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 30 mpg | 27 mpg | 29 mpg | $2,100 | 306.44827586206895 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 18 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444.35 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 mpg | 26 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,650 | 386.39130434782606 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.
2012 Ford Escape annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.5L 4-cylinder, Automatic (variable gear ratios), 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.
2012 Ford Escape recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 2 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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 16V777000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.
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.
2012 Ford Escape NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Escape SUV 4x4 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| 2012 Ford Escape SUV 4x2 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2012 Ford Escape gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 20 to 32 mpg across 7 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 2012 Ford Escape have recalls?
NHTSA returned 2 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