How big is the gas tank on a Ford Escape plug in hybrid?
The gas tank on the Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid is about 14.5 gallons (55 liters).
For context, Ford's Escape Plug-In Hybrid combines a 2.5-liter gasoline engine with an electric drive system, enabling a substantial all-electric portion of daily driving. The gasoline tank size is designed to complement that setup, providing flexibility for longer trips when the battery is depleted or when electricity is not available.
Tank capacity at a glance
The following figures reflect typical specifications for recent US-market Escape Plug-In Hybrid models. Exact capacity may vary slightly by year or trim, so check the VIN sticker or owner's manual for your vehicle.
- Gas tank capacity: 14.5 gallons (55 liters) in most US-market 2020–2024 Escape Plug-In Hybrid models.
- Variations: Some model years or trims may show a small variance of a few tenths of a gallon; verify on your window sticker or in the official Ford spec sheet.
In practice, a 14.5-gallon tank is designed to complement the car’s electric range, giving drivers the flexibility to maximize electric driving before the gasoline engine is needed.
Model-year and regional differences
What to verify in your vehicle
Because regional specifications and model-year updates can adjust the tank size slightly, the best way to confirm your exact capacity is to:
- Check the owner's manual for the precise fuel tank specification.
- Review the window sticker on a new Escape Plug-In Hybrid when shopping.
- Look up Ford's official product page for your model year and market.
With a reliable tank size in the mid-teens of gallons, drivers typically enjoy a balanced experience that combines significant electric-range capability with the flexibility of gasoline refueling for longer trips, depending on driving conditions and battery usage.
Summary
The Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid generally uses a 14.5-gallon (55-liter) gasoline fuel tank in recent US-market models. This size aims to balance electric-range utilization with flexible gasoline range, supporting a practical compact-SUV experience.
As always, verify your specific vehicle's capacity using the owner's manual or official Ford documentation for the exact model year and trim.
Is Ford discontinuing the Escape PHEV?
Ford announced in August 2025 that it would stop producing the Escape at the end of the year. However, the automaker expects to have enough inventory for a 2026 model year. As a result, you'll still see 2026 Ford Escapes in Arizona lots, but it will be the last model year.
How many miles per gallon does the Ford Escape plug-in hybrid get?
The Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid has an EPA-estimated 101 MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) combined, and 40 mpg combined when running on gasoline only. It also has an all-electric range of 37 miles.
You can watch this video to see the 2025 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid in action: 45sMSA FORDYouTube · Aug 5, 2025
- Combined MPGe: 101101101 MPGe (using both gas and electricity).
- Gas-only MPG: 404040 mpg combined (when the battery is depleted).
- All-electric range: 373737 miles on a full charge.
- Note: This is for the plug-in hybrid version. The standard hybrid has different, lower ratings (around 40-42 mpg).
How big is the gas tank on a Ford Escape PHEV?
Fuel & MPG
466.2/410.7 mi. 37 mi. 3.4 hr. 11.1 gal.
What are the common problems with Escape PHEV?
Charge port not closing or opening when below freezing. Wind noise from top of driver door at highway speeds. Can't hear at other doors. Couple bugs with scheduling charge/depart times. Gas engine starting when it's cold, but you have a full charge, and only a short drive on city streets. Otherwise it's been great.
