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Ford Escape Gas Mileage


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It’s time to roam in the Ford Escape. This sporty Ford SUV can be the perfect choice for travels throughout Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, New York. However, before you take the wheel, you might want to know more about its gas mileage.

After all, knowing how often you’ll need to fill up is important. Contact Maguire Ford today, and see what the Escape is all about. We’ll be happy to answer any MPG questions you may have!

Ford Escape Fuel Economy


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To understand Ford Escape gas mileage, it’s first important to understand what your options are when it comes to the engine under the hood. In the entry-level edition of this SUV, you’ll find a 1.5L EcoBoost® I-3 engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology.

This can sense when cylinders aren’t needed and shut them down to save fuel. When it’s all said and done, the standard front-wheel drive version can receive an EPA-estimated 28 city and 34 highway MPG.

The more powerful 2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 engine also features Auto Start-Stop Technology, which shuts the engine off when you’re at a light or otherwise idling. This 250-horsepower engine, which comes in all-wheel drive only, gets an impressive 23 city and 31 highway MPG.

Last, but certainly not least, eco-friendly drivers will want to explore the two hybrid engine options, one of which is a plug-in. The Escape Hybrid in front-wheel drive gets up to an EPA-estimated 44 city and 37 highway MPG, so you can avoid the gas station for long periods of time.

The plug-in hybrid model can achieve an EPA-estimated 100 MPGe (miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent) between the electric and gasoline motors. It will also allow you to travel up to an EPA-estimated 37 miles using only electric power. On gasoline-only power, the plug-in hybrid achieves an EPA-estimated 40 combined MPG.

The table below will help recap these fuel economy ratings as well as note some other metrics in horsepower and torque:

Engine

EPA-estimated

Fuel Economy

Horsepower

Torque

1.5L EcoBoost® I-3

28 city/34 highway MPG

181

190 lb-ft

2.0L EcoBoost® I-4

23 city/31 highway MPG

250

280 lb-ft

2.5L Hybrid

44 city/37 highway MPG

200

155 lb-ft

Find Your Favorite Drive Mode


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The Escape comes with unique capabilities, including standard selectable drive modes. There’s a mode for each road, if you will. Create the driving experience you want with a system capable of adjusting traction control, steering, and throttle response. On this model, you’ll find the following modes:

  • Normal
  • Sport
  • Slippery
  • Deep Snow/Sand
  • Eco

In Sport mode, throttle response increases for a more aggressive feel, allowing the transmission to hold shifts longer. Put the Ford Escape in Slippery mode and gain better handling on ice, water, slick grass, or thin gravel. Similarly, Deep Snow/Sand mode will keep you steadier on these specific terrains.

If you’re looking to save fuel, then you’ll want to turn the dial to Eco mode. Maximize efficiency and increase your driving range. While you’re likely to spend most of your time in the Normal mode, it’s nice to know there are ways to change the way your Escape feels.

Feel the Smoothness of the Escape


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With the Escape’s numerous engine options as well as its suspension system, you can find new trails in peace and comfort.

The 1.5L EcoBoost® I-3 engine, as mentioned above, includes cylinder deactivation to save fuel when certain cylinders are not needed. Plus, you can shift to Eco mode to save even more fuel.

Meanwhile, an All-wheel Drive (AWD) configuration is an available option. All-wheel-Drive with AWD Disconnect allows the rear driveline to disconnect when the AWD capability isn’t needed. That means a more fuel-efficient Escape is yours.

Take a Ford Escape Test Drive Today!

Ready to see this fuel-efficient car up close? Visit Maguire Ford and take your test drive! We’ll be happy to explain everything you need to know about Ford Escape gas mileage and what those Escape MPG numbers mean for your Ithaca, Elmira, and Cortland, NY, adventures.

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