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Fuel Efficiency1.5 - 8.6 / 100km
ANCAP Rating5-star
Warranty5 years
Fuel Efficiency1.5 - 8.6 / 100km
ANCAP Rating5-star
Warranty5 years
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About the Ford Escape

The Ford Escape is available in six variants, is classed as a Medium SUV and is built in Spain. Buyers can choose from both premium unleaded petrol or premium unleaded-electric hybrid engines.

The Ford Escape is sold with engines that range in size from 2.0L to 2.5L and with turbocharged four-cylinder.

The Escape range is offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.

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2021 Ford Escape/Kuga review

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Ford's all-new Escape (also known as the Kuga) packs a hearty punch with a turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine and new looks that resemble the Ford Focus it shares a platform with. Paul Maric reviews the entry-level Ford Escape to see if it's an SUV you should be adding to your test drive list.

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Reviews

Our expert's reviews of the Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

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William Stopford
8
The Ford Escape is one of the best cars nobody buys in Australia. That dubious distinction also applies to the plug-in hybrid.
08 Jul 23
2023 Ford Escape review

2023 Ford Escape review

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Mike Costello
7.9
The Ford Escape is about to be retired, but for those who want a family bus with punch it remains a worthy contender.
03 May 23
SUV tech test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared

SUV tech test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared

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Scott Collie
Which mid-sized SUV features the best infotainment system? We've put them through their paces to find out. Check out our video for more.
18 Sep 22
2022 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

2022 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

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Mike Costello
8
The Ford Escape ST-Line Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) SUV has finally arrived, years after it was expected. Is it any good?
20 May 22
SUV off-road test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared, with video

SUV off-road test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared, with video

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Mike Costello
We get a dozen of the top-selling SUVs in the country a little muddy, to see just how capable they actually can be off the beaten trail.
19 Apr 22
2022 Ford Escape review

2022 Ford Escape review

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Scott Collie
7.8
The Escape is a well-known name, but it's never hit the sales heights of its rivals. How come? Scott tests the Vignale AWD flagship to find out.
19 Mar 22
2021 Ford Escape Vignale v Volkswagen Tiguan 162TSI R-Line comparison

2021 Ford Escape Vignale v Volkswagen Tiguan 162TSI R-Line comparison

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Mike Costello
8
The Ford Escape Vignale and Volkswagen Tiguan 162TSI R-Line are two semi-premium European SUVs with above-average performance and dynamics.
05 Sep 21
2021 Ford Escape Vignale FWD review

2021 Ford Escape Vignale FWD review

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James Wong
8
Ford's flagship Escape is chasing premium rivals. Does the Blue Oval have what it takes to be in the same league?
17 Feb 21
2021 Ford Escape FWD v Toyota RAV4 GX comparison

2021 Ford Escape FWD v Toyota RAV4 GX comparison

Mike Costello profile picture
Mike Costello
8.2
The market's newest mid-sized SUV takes on the segment's best-seller. Both the Escape and RAV4 are tested in base, sub $40,000 form.
29 Nov 20
2021 Ford Escape FWD review

2021 Ford Escape FWD review

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James Wong
8.3
With class-leading outputs and heaps of standard kit, the entry-level Ford Escape presents a convincing alternative to the mid-size SUV elite.
26 Nov 20
2021 Ford Escape ST-Line review

2021 Ford Escape ST-Line review

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Curt Dupriez
8.2
Ford’s all-important, all-new Escape makes a stronger case for your mid-sized SUV dollar. But does it shine brightly enough in all of the right places?
13 Nov 20

News

All the latest Ford Escape news
Ford Escape recalled due to fire risk

Ford Escape recalled due to fire risk

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Jade Credentino
Ford has recalled 206 Escape PHEVs due to an issue which can result in an engine failure, and which could lead to a vehicle fire.
13 Jul 23
Ford Escape: Toyota RAV4 rival axed in Australia

Ford Escape: Toyota RAV4 rival axed in Australia

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Scott Collie
The Ford Escape name is leaving Australia for the second time, but this time there's no replacement coming.
18 Apr 23
Ford Escape recalled

Ford Escape recalled

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Jade Credentino
A panel from the 2021 Ford Escape's available panoramic glass roof could detach due to an issue with poor adhesion.
06 Mar 23
Ford Escape's future in doubt

Ford Escape's future in doubt

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Jade Credentino
Ford has said it's exiting the "two-row commodity SUV market" because "it didn't really work out for us", suggesting the Escape could be making an Escape.
07 Feb 23
2023 Ford Escape facelift unveiled in the US, Australian plans unclear

2023 Ford Escape facelift unveiled in the US, Australian plans unclear

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Derek Fung
A new, edgier face, and a large touchscreen are the headline changes for the Ford Escape's mid-life update, but Australian launch timing is unconfirmed.
26 Oct 22
Ford Escape supply improving, brand backs slow seller

Ford Escape supply improving, brand backs slow seller

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William Stopford
Ford has blamed inadequate supply for slow sales of its Escape, but with this improving it thinks it can turn things around.
05 Sep 22
Ford Escape recalled

Ford Escape recalled

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Scott Collie
Ford Australia has recalled 140 examples of its 2019-22 Escape to fix a problem that could cause a fire.
08 Aug 22
Podcast: HR-V e:HEV and Escape PHEV driven

Podcast: HR-V e:HEV and Escape PHEV driven

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William Stopford
The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news over the past week.
23 May 22
2022 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV on sale from $53,440

2022 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV on sale from $53,440

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James Wong
Ford's first electrified vehicle for Australia has finally arrived, priced in line with the top-spec RAV4 Hybrid.
20 May 22
2023 Ford Escape facelift spied

2023 Ford Escape facelift spied

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Derek Fung
The revised Ford Escape has been spied outside the Nurburgring, and sports a bolder face much like the facelifted Focus.
18 Mar 22
Ford Escape PHEV on track for Q2 2022 arrival

Ford Escape PHEV on track for Q2 2022 arrival

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James Wong
The Ford Escape PHEV is firming for a second quarter launch in Australia following lengthy delays. No plans for a normal hybrid, though.
15 Mar 22
The best cars nobody’s buying

The best cars nobody’s buying

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William Stopford
Whether it's a lack of supply or a lack of buyer awareness, these 10 new cars simply don't sell well in Australia... and they ought to.
30 Oct 21
2022 Ford Escape: Front-drive models lose independent rear suspension

2022 Ford Escape: Front-drive models lose independent rear suspension

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William Stopford
The 2022 Ford Escape will lose its multi-link rear suspension in front-wheel drive models, switching to a torsion-beam rear axle.
17 Sep 21
2022 Ford Escape price and specs

2022 Ford Escape price and specs

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William Stopford
Ford's oft-overlooked mid-sized SUV adds some more safety technology for 2022, while front-wheel drive models have different rear suspension.
16 Sep 21
How much boot space does your medium SUV have?

How much boot space does your medium SUV have?

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Jack Quick
In the market for a medium SUV? Get the rundown on how much space is in the boot of Australia's best sellers.
01 May 21
Ford Escape PHEV delayed until early 2022, more electrified models coming

Ford Escape PHEV delayed until early 2022, more electrified models coming

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James Wong
Hanging out for the Escape PHEV? You'll have to wait a little longer. Ford also indicated it's planning more hybrids and EVs for Australia.
30 Apr 21
2021 Ford Escape price and specs

2021 Ford Escape price and specs

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James Wong
The MY21.25 Ford Escape range sees some equipment changes heading into 2021, with more kit at the bottom end and less at the top.
25 Feb 21
Hold off buying that mid-size SUV: These are coming in 2021

Hold off buying that mid-size SUV: These are coming in 2021

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Mike Costello
Medium SUVs are the market's most popular vehicles. Prepare for the new or updated Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan X-Trail, Volkswagen Tiguan, Audi Q5, Genesis GV70, Lexus NX, and plenty more.
18 Feb 21
2022 Ford Escape seven-seater not coming to Australia - report

2022 Ford Escape seven-seater not coming to Australia - report

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William Stopford
The Ford Endura-sized hole between the Escape and Everest won't be filled with a stretched, three-row version of the Escape, which will instead be exclusive to China.
13 Jan 21
2021 Ford Kuga Hybrid launches in Europe, no Australian plans

2021 Ford Kuga Hybrid launches in Europe, no Australian plans

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James Wong
Ford's "most electrified vehicle ever" just added a self-charging hybrid option in Europe. It's not confirmed for Australia just yet, but it can travel 1000km per tank.
18 Nov 20
Podcast: MU-X revealed, Escape PHEV delayed, Ranger v D-Max, and Audi S7

Podcast: MU-X revealed, Escape PHEV delayed, Ranger v D-Max, and Audi S7

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James Wong
The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news in the past week.
02 Nov 20
Ford Escape PHEV delayed in Australia by 12 months

Ford Escape PHEV delayed in Australia by 12 months

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Scott Collie
Ford's first plug-in hybrid for Australia has been pushed back. The Escape PHEV won't be here until late in 2021 at this stage, although Ford is pushing to get it sooner.
29 Oct 20
2021 Ford Escape awarded five-star ANCAP safety rating

2021 Ford Escape awarded five-star ANCAP safety rating

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James Wong
Ford's critical all-new Escape mid-size SUV has scored a five-star safety rating from independent crash-tester ANCAP ahead of its launch next month.
29 Oct 20
2021 Ford Escape price and specs

2021 Ford Escape price and specs

William Stopford profile picture
William Stopford
Ford's redesigned Escape introduces a plug-in hybrid to the line, the first electrified Ford in Australia. There's also a posh Vignale and standard turbocharged 2.0-litre power, with prices starting at $35,990 before on-road costs.
23 Oct 20
2021 Ford Escape launching with drive-away pricing and virtual 'Desk Drives'

2021 Ford Escape launching with drive-away pricing and virtual 'Desk Drives'

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James Wong
The new Escape will touch down in mid-November from $36,990 drive-away, with Facebook walkarounds and cash-back incentives also on offer.
21 Oct 20
2021 Ford Escape PHEV launch timing up in the air

2021 Ford Escape PHEV launch timing up in the air

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William Stopford
An overheating battery in the Ford Kuga PHEV has led the company to expand its European recall, halt sales there, and delay US production of its Escape PHEV twin.
16 Oct 20
Hold off buying your new mid-size SUV: These ones are coming soon

Hold off buying your new mid-size SUV: These ones are coming soon

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Mike Costello
There are new versions of the Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson, Mitsubishi Outlander and Nissan X-Trail coming, and updated versions of many more including the Mazda CX-5, Subaru Forester, Honda CR-V, Peugeot 3008, MG HS, and Volkswagen Tiguan.
20 Sep 20
Ford Endura could be replaced by three-row Escape

Ford Endura could be replaced by three-row Escape

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William Stopford
With the Ford Endura being withdrawn from other markets and reports a three-row Escape is being developed, Ford's large crossover could be living on borrowed time.
10 Sep 20
Socket to me: all the plug-in hybrid SUVs under $90,000

Socket to me: all the plug-in hybrid SUVs under $90,000

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William Stopford
Mitsubishi once had a monopoly on the plug-in hybrid SUV market with its Outlander PHEV. That's changing rapidly, with a raft of PHEV SUVs arriving over the next 18 months.
10 Sep 20
Ford Escape PHEV on track despite European battery fires - update

Ford Escape PHEV on track despite European battery fires - update

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Scott Collie
The 2021 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid is still due in Australia late this year, despite battery fires putting European deliveries on hold.
12 Aug 20
2021 Ford Bronco Sport revealed

2021 Ford Bronco Sport revealed

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Scott Collie
More of a soft roader than an off-roader? Maybe the Bronco Sport is the Ford four-wheel drive for you.
14 Jul 20

Price & Specs

See comprehensive price and specification details for the Ford Escape
Ford Escape (FWD)
$37,990
2.0L
8-speed Automatic
4D WAGON
Premium Unleaded
8.6L / 100km
FWD
Ford Escape ST-LINE (FWD)
$39,990
2.0L
8-speed Automatic
4D WAGON
Premium Unleaded
8.6L / 100km
FWD
Ford Escape ST-LINE (AWD)
$42,990
2.0L
8-speed Automatic
4D WAGON
Premium Unleaded
8.6L / 100km
AWD
Ford Escape VIGNALE (FWD)
$48,590
2.0L
8-speed Automatic
4D WAGON
Premium Unleaded
8.6L / 100km
FWD
Ford Escape VIGNALE (AWD)
$51,590
2.0L
8-speed Automatic
4D WAGON
Premium Unleaded
8.6L / 100km
AWD
See full Price & Specs for Ford Escape

Ford Escape Safety Rating

ANCAP Safety Rating Australia
5
overall
92%
adult occupants
89%
child occupants
82%
pedestrians & cyclists
77%
collision avoidance
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Ford Escape Warranty

What is the warranty period and kilometre limit for the Ford Escape?

FORD suggests that owners service their 2023 FORD ESCAPE every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first.

The 2023 FORD ESCAPE has a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

Ford Escape Fuel Economy

How much fuel does the Ford Escape use and what are its emissions?

Depending on the variant, view the 2023 FORD ESCAPE fuel usage below.

All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km

VariantSeriesStyleFuel TypeHighwayCityCombinedE10?
(FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--8.6-
ST-LINE (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--8.6-
ST-LINE (AWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--8.6-
VIGNALE (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--8.6-
VIGNALE (AWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL--8.6-
ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGONPREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC--1.5-

Ford Escape Dimensions

The dimensions of the Ford Escape

Depending on the variant, the 2023 FORD ESCAPE measures as below.

VariantSeriesStyleLength (mm)Width (mm)Height (mm)Wheelbase (mm)
(FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4614188316702710
ST-LINE (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4621188316702710
ST-LINE (AWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4620188316702710
VIGNALE (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4629188316702710
VIGNALE (AWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4629188316702710
ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)ZH MY23.254D WAGON4620188317422710

The 2023 FORD ESCAPE has a braked towing capacity from 1200kg to 1800kg depending on the variant and an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.

Ford Escape Market Fit

Where does it fit in the competitor segment?

The Ford Escape is categorised as a Medium SUV and has a price range of $37,990 to $54,940.

Owner Reviews

Owner's reviews of the Ford Escape
2017 Ford Escape TITANIUM (AWD) owner review

2017 Ford Escape TITANIUM (AWD) owner review

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Daniel CB purchased this Ford Escape used for $34,200 (including all on-road costs) in 2020. Daniel CB wouldn't buy this car again because: "I wouldn't buy another Escape but not for any bad reasons, there are a lot of other SUVs in its class that I would love to own and experience and see how they are to live with and be as a daily driver."
30 Oct 23
2018 Ford Escape ST-LINE (AWD) owner review

2018 Ford Escape ST-LINE (AWD) owner review

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CarExpert.com.au
Travis J purchased this Ford Escape used for $30,000 (including all on-road costs) in 2021. Travis J would buy this car again because: "I've owned many different vehicles over the years, but my Escape ST-Line has by far been the most fun to drive (no offence to my first ever car, a 1999 Subaru Impreza RX Manual, named Puz).
26 Sep 21
2021 Ford Escape (FWD) owner review

2021 Ford Escape (FWD) owner review

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CarExpert.com.au
Ross Joseph purchased this Ford Escape new with additional options for $37,000 (including all on-road costs). Ross Joseph would buy this car again because: "It was a great price with cheap servicing over the next 4 years. Has a spacious interior and good looks to boot. The vehicle comes loaded with plenty of safety features too."
20 Sep 21

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