Ford Escape third generation

Ford Escape third generation
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The Ford Escape third generation (2013–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 13 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: C1 · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,540 mm TC4,524 mm
Width1,840 mm TC1,838 mm
Height1,680 mm TC1,702 mm
Wheelbase2,690 mm TC2,690 mm
Front track1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,570–1,580 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,588–1,713 kg TC1,580–1,707 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank–54–63 L
Performance
Top speed–219–222 km/h

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2013–2016: ★★★★☆ · 2017–2019: ★★★★★

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

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

12,194 complaints for model years 2013–2019. 253 crashes · 247 fires · 264 injuries · 4 deaths

  • Engine 6,823
  • Transmission and drivetrain 2,180
  • Electrical system 985
  • Steering 695
  • Fuel system 612
  • Driver assistance 334

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 13 versions of the Ford Escape third generation

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United States 8 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
2017–2019SIDI1.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA213 g/km
2017–2019SIDI1.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2013–2019SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA222–231 g/km
2013–2019SIDI2.0 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA235–240 g/km
2013–20192.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA222–229 g/km
2017–2019FFV2.5 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA229 g/km
2013–2016SIDI1.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA210–216 g/km
2013–2016SIDI1.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221–224 g/km

Canada 5 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2017–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small1.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.1–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle214–232 g/km
2013–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small2.0 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.5–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle221–241 g/km
2013–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.4–9.7 L/100 km 5-cycle216–229 g/km
2017–2019Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic13.1–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle218–219 g/km
2013–2016Sport utility vehicle: Small1.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.9–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle207–220 g/km

Similar models from other brands

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