Ford Escape fourth generation

Ford Escape fourth generation
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The Ford Escape fourth generation (since 2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 14 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: C2 · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,590 mm TC4,585 mm
Width1,880 mm TC1,882 mm
Height1,680 mm TC1,679 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm TC2,710 mm
Front track1,590 mm TC–
Rear track1,570 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,496–1,762 kg TC1,762 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank–42–63 L
Performance
Top speed–198–222 km/h
Torque–210–235 Nm
Electric motor power62 kW NRCan–
Electric
Battery capacity (usable)–14.4–15.1 kWh
Charging time at 240 V3.2–3.4 h EPA–

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2020–2026: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), Natural Resources Canada, US EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,022 complaints for model years 2020–2026. 53 crashes · 25 fires · 61 injuries · 1 death

  • Body and structure 862
  • Engine 431
  • Electrical system 406
  • Fuel system 391
  • Transmission and drivetrain 388
  • Brakes 106

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 14 versions of the Ford Escape fourth generation

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United States 10 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2025–2026SIDI & PFI1.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA196–197 g/km
2025–2026SIDI & PFI1.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA185 g/km
2025–2026SIDI & PFI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA209–213 g/km
2020–2026Hybrid2.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Part-time four-wheel drive39–40 MPG (5.9–6.0 L/100 km) EPA139–140 g/km
2020–2026PHEV2.5 LPlug-in hybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive40–41 MPG (5.7–5.9 L/100 km) EPA32–138 g/km
2020–2025Hybrid2.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive39–41 MPG (5.7–6.0 L/100 km) EPA137–140 g/km
2020–2024SIDI1.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA182–186 g/km
2020–2024SIDI1.5 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197–198 g/km
2020–2024SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212–216 g/km
20232.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticAll-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA211 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂Electric range
2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small1.5 LPetrol8-speed automatic7.8–8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle182–198 g/km–
2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic9.1–9.2 L/100 km 5-cycle211–216 g/km–
2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPlug-in hybridContinuously variable (CVT)5.8–5.9 L/100 km 5-cycle48–49 g/km60 km
2020–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)5.8–6.0 L/100 km 5-cycle136–140 g/km–

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.