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2026 Ford Escape MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2026 Ford Escape MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2026 Ford Escape reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2026 Ford Escape MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 40 mpg across 5 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 | 42 mpg | 37 mpg | 40 mpg | $1,550 | 222 g/mi |
| 1.5L 3-cylinder turboAutomatic 8-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 27 mpg | 34 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,050 | 298 g/mi |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder turboAutomatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 23 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 342 g/mi |
| 1.5L 3-cylinder turboAutomatic 8-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 26 mpg | 32 mpg | 28 mpg | $2,200 | 317 g/mi |
| 2.5L 4-cylinderAutomatic (variable gear ratios) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 42 mpg | 36 mpg | 39 mpg | $1,600 | 225 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.
2026 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.
2026 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.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR · 25V862000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the seat belt retractor bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 15, 2025.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL · 26V301000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Remedy: The Secondary On Board Diagnostic Module C (SOBDMC) software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 15, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V863.
2026 Ford Escape NHTSA safety ratings
No rating is published in the stored record for this year and model.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Frequently asked questions
What is the 2026 Ford Escape gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 26 to 40 mpg across 5 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 2026 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