Ford Escape 2WD

20012005 · 11 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
21
Best
24

The Ford Escape 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2005. Over this period, the Escape 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2005
24
2004
22
2003
22
2002
22
2001
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Escape 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Escape 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Escape grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
859
Total Deaths
580

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
24.2%
Fire Occurrence
2.2%
Speeding Involved
17.6%
DUI Involved
18.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
15%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2022
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
50
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2021
Fatal Crashes84
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2020
Fatal Crashes67
Fatalities
55
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2019
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
58
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2018
Fatal Crashes98
Fatalities
57
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2017
Fatal Crashes108
Fatalities
74
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2016
Fatal Crashes107
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2015
Fatal Crashes99
Fatalities
66
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2014
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.66

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2005
2
2002
1
2001
15
Critical
Moderate
Advisory