How do I know what size engine my Ford Escape has?
If you want a quick answer: check the VIN, the door jamb sticker, or the engine badge. In recent Escapes, the engine options are typically 1.5L EcoBoost, 2.0L EcoBoost, or a 2.5L Hybrid, with exact availability varying by year and trim.
Fast ways to identify the engine size
These are the fastest methods to confirm engine displacement without opening the hood. Use multiple sources when possible to verify the size.
- Check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the dashboard side of the driver’s windshield or on the driver’s door jamb.
- Read the window sticker (Monroney label) on a new Ford Escape or any dealership listing for the exact engine specification.
- Look for an engine size badge on the engine cover, the rear of the vehicle, or near the grille in some trims.
- Consult the owner’s manual or Ford’s official online portal for your model year and trim.
Using these sources together will usually give you a definitive answer about the engine size.
How to read the VIN for engine size
The VIN contains an engine code that, in many Ford models, maps to a specific displacement. Decoding the VIN is a reliable way to confirm the exact engine size for your Escape.
Where to find the VIN
Common locations include the dashboard on the driver’s side (visible from outside the vehicle) and the driver’s door jamb sticker. Record the full 17-character VIN for decoding.
- Dashboard: look through the windshield at the lower corner of the driver’s side
- Door jamb: check the sticker on the edge of the driver’s door
With the VIN in hand, you can map the code to the engine specification using a Ford VIN decoder or by contacting a dealer.
How to decode the engine code
Use an official Ford VIN lookup tool or a trusted third‑party decoder to translate the 8th character (engine code) into the engine size. If you’re unsure how to interpret the result, a Ford dealer can confirm the exact displacement quickly.
- Enter your 17-character VIN into the decoder
- Read the engine code and its corresponding displacement in the results
Decoding is typically the most precise method, especially if your Escape has a less common configuration or a recent year with multiple options.
Understanding typical engine options in recent Escapes
Ford has offered a few core engine configurations in recent generations of the Escape. Availability depends on model year and trim, so use the steps above to verify yours.
- 1.5L EcoBoost: turbocharged three-cylinder gasoline engine
- 2.0L EcoBoost: turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine
- 2.5L Hybrid (gasoline engine paired with electric motors in Hybrid versions)
Note that not every engine option is available in every year or market; checking the VIN/dealer records will confirm the exact configuration for your specific vehicle.
What to do if you can’t locate the information
If VINs or labels aren’t accessible, contact Ford customer support or your local dealership with your vehicle’s identification details. They can pull the exact engine size from the vehicle record using the VIN and other identifiers.
Summary
The most reliable way to determine your Ford Escape’s engine size is to use the VIN and the vehicle’s official documentation (window sticker, owner’s manual, or dealer records). Physically checking for an engine badge can help, but it isn’t always present across trims. In recent Escapes, common engine options are 1.5L EcoBoost, 2.0L EcoBoost, and a 2.5L Hybrid configuration, with exact availability varying by year and trim.
