Ford Escape

$42,990 - $54,940 excl. on-roads

About the Ford Escape

Last updated Jun 07, 2024

The Ford Escape is available in two 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.

Fuel Efficiency	1.5 - 8.6 L / 100km
ANCAP Rating	5-star
Warranty	5 years

Price & Specs

See comprehensive price and specification details for the Ford Escape

Ford Escape ST-LINE (AWD)

$42,990MSRP

Ford Escape ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)

$54,940MSRP

2.5L

Continuous Variable

4D WAGON

Petrol-Electric Hybrid

1.5L / 100km

FWD

See all 2 configurations of the Ford Escape

Reviews

Our expert's reviews of the Ford Escape

News

All the latest Ford Escape news

Ford Escape recalled

William Stopford

Ford is recalling 15 Escape PHEVs built in 2022 as they may shift into neutral while driving and then shift into park.

24 Jun 24

Ford Escape recalled

Jordan Mulach

More than 150 Ford Escapes have been recalled in Australia after it was discovered a defect could cause the SUV to lose steering control.

16 May 24

Ford reveals the updated RAV4 rival Australia won't get

William Stopford

Ford has revealed an updated version of the mid-sized petrol and hybrid SUV it sold here as the Escape, but don't expect it to come here.

18 Jan 24

Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023

William Stopford

Escape, Rio, CX-9, Passat... Some nameplates that have been around for a long, long time in Australia have been axed this year, along with some newer nameplates.

31 Dec 23

Ford Escape recalled due to fire risk

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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William Stopford

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30 Oct 21

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Ford Escape Safety Rating

ANCAP Safety Rating Australia

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 2024 FORD ESCAPE every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first.

The 2024 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 2024 FORD ESCAPE fuel usage below.

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

Variant	Series	Style	Fuel Type	Highway	City	Combined	E10?
ST-LINE (AWD)	ZH MY23.25	4D WAGON	PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL	-	-	8.6	-
ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)	ZH MY23.75	4D WAGON	PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC	-	-	1.5	-

Ford Escape Dimensions

The dimensions of the Ford Escape

Depending on the variant, the 2024 FORD ESCAPE measures as below.

Variant	Series	Style	Length (mm)	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Wheelbase (mm)
ST-LINE (AWD)	ZH MY23.25	4D WAGON	4620	1883	1670	2710
ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)	ZH MY23.75	4D WAGON	4620	1883	1742	2710

The 2024 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 $42,990 to $54,940.

Owner Reviews

Owner's reviews of the Ford Escape

2017 Ford Escape TITANIUM (AWD) owner review

CarExpert.com.au

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Ford Escape range kicks off from $42,990 (plus on-road costs) for the "Escape ST-LINE (AWD)" variant and finishes at $54,940 (plus on-road costs) for the "Escape ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)" variant.

The Ford Escape is built in Spain and is then shipped to Australia.

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

Ford suggested that owners service their Ford Escape every 12 months or 15,000km, whichever comes first.

The Ford Escape has a five star ANCAP safety rating out of five.

The variants of the Ford Escape use Premium Unleaded Petrol or Premium Unleaded/electric.

The Ford Escape has 4 doors.

In our latest review the Ford Escape scored 8 out of 10. Read the full Ford Escape review here.

The Ford Escape had a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.

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Ford Escape

About the Ford Escape

Price & Specs

Ford Escape ST-LINE (AWD)

$42,990MSRP

Ford Escape ST-LINE PHEV (FWD)

$54,940MSRP

Reviews

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

2023 Ford Escape review

SUV tech test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared

2022 Ford Escape ST-Line PHEV review

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

2022 Ford Escape review

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

2021 Ford Escape Vignale FWD review

2021 Ford Escape FWD v Toyota RAV4 GX comparison

2021 Ford Escape FWD review

2021 Ford Escape ST-Line review

News

Ford Escape recalled

Ford Escape recalled

Ford reveals the updated RAV4 rival Australia won't get

Every car and SUV discontinued in Australia in 2023

Ford Escape recalled due to fire risk

Ford Escape: Toyota RAV4 rival axed in Australia

Ford Escape recalled

Ford Escape's future in doubt

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

Ford Escape supply improving, brand backs slow seller

Ford Escape recalled

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

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

2023 Ford Escape facelift spied

Ford Escape PHEV on track for Q2 2022 arrival

The best cars nobody’s buying

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

2022 Ford Escape price and specs

How much boot space does your medium SUV have?

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

2021 Ford Escape price and specs

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

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

2021 Ford Kuga Hybrid launches in Europe, no Australian plans

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

Ford Escape PHEV delayed in Australia by 12 months

2021 Ford Escape awarded five-star ANCAP safety rating

2021 Ford Escape price and specs

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

2021 Ford Escape PHEV launch timing up in the air

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

Ford Endura could be replaced by three-row Escape

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

Ford Escape PHEV on track despite European battery fires - update

2021 Ford Bronco Sport revealed

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Owner Reviews

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