Ford Escape AWD

20122026 · 29 configurations

Lowest
23
Average
25
Best
28

The Ford Escape AWD has been tested by the EPA across 29 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2026. Over this period, the Escape AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 23 MPG to 28 MPG, with an overall average of 25 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
2026
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263228MPG
2025
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
2025
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263228MPG
2024
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263228MPG
2024
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
2023
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
2023
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263228MPG
2022
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263128MPG
2022
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300223126MPG
2021
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263128MPG
2021
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,300233126MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Regular
$2,300233126MPG
2020
1.5L 3-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,150263128MPG
2019
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600212723MPG
2018
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202723MPG
2017
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500222824MPG
2016
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400222925MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600212823MPG
2015
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400222925MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600212823MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2014
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400222925MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500212824MPG
2013
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400222925MPG
2012
2.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202623MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
28
2025
28
2024
28
2023
28
2022
28
2021
28
2020
28
2019
24
2018
24
2017
24
2016
25
2015
25
2014
25
2013
25
2012
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 AWD) 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 AWD. 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
1,997
Total Deaths
1,012

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.9%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
8.2%
DUI Involved
8.9%
Primary Impact Zone

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

74%
Front
14%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes327
Fatalities
159
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2022
Fatal Crashes326
Fatalities
157
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2021
Fatal Crashes302
Fatalities
182
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2020
Fatal Crashes234
Fatalities
126
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2019
Fatal Crashes204
Fatalities
107
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2018
Fatal Crashes177
Fatalities
79
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2017
Fatal Crashes164
Fatalities
75
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2016
Fatal Crashes133
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2015
Fatal Crashes84
Fatalities
43
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2014
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.43

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2025
5
2024
1
2023
6
2022
2
2021
4
2020
23
2019
1
2018
2
2017
1
2016
1
2015
3
2014
6
2013
18
2012
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory