What are the interior dimensions of the Ford Escape?
The latest Ford Escape offers roughly 98.7 cubic feet of passenger space and about 37.5 cubic feet of cargo behind the second row, expanding to around 65.4 cubic feet with the rear seats folded. Exact figures can vary slightly by model year and trim.
In this article, we break down the interior space in terms of passenger comfort and cargo versatility, and explain how these measurements translate to real‑world use for daily driving, trips, and gear-hauling.
Passenger space: headroom, legroom, and more
These measurements reflect how five occupants fit across the two rows, including how much elbow room and legroom is available in each row.
- Front headroom: approximately 39.3 inches
- Rear headroom: approximately 39.0 inches
- Front legroom: approximately 41.3 inches
- Rear legroom: approximately 38.9 inches
- Front shoulder room: approximately 56.1 inches
- Rear shoulder room: approximately 54.2 inches
- Front hip room: approximately 54.0 inches
- Rear hip room: approximately 52.2 inches
These figures suggest comfortable seating for adults in everyday use and decent space for longer trips, with the primary variability coming from trim, seating position, and whether the front passenger seat is adjusted for space.
Cargo capacity and versatility
These numbers tell you how much gear you can carry when you’re not prioritizing passengers, and how the space changes when you fold the rear seats.
- Cargo behind the second row: about 37.5 cubic feet
- Maximum cargo volume with rear seats folded: about 65.4 cubic feet
With the rear seats folded, the Escape becomes capable of carrying larger items such as bulky luggage, sports gear, or moving boxes, which makes it competitive within its compact-SUV class.
Model-year and trim variations
Interior dimensions can vary slightly by model year, trim level, and seating configuration (for example, manual vs. power adjustments for the front seat). For the most precise figures, consult Ford’s official spec sheet or the window sticker for the exact model year you’re considering.
Summary
The Ford Escape blends comfortable passenger space with flexible cargo capacity. Expect about 98.7 cu ft of passenger space and roughly 37.5 cu ft of cargo behind the second row, expanding to around 65.4 cu ft with the rear seats down. Real-world measurements vary by year and trim, so checking the exact specs for the specific vehicle you’re evaluating will give you the most reliable figure.
What are the inside dimensions of a Ford Escape?
See the 2023 Ford Escape interior dimensions below: Headroom: (first/second row): 40.0/39.3 inches. Legroom (first/second row): 42.4/40.7 inches. Hiproom: (first/second row): 55.2/55.3 inches.
Why is the Ford Escape being discontinued?
A Move Toward EVs
In August 2025, Ford announced an upcoming revamp to its Louisville, KY, facility, where the Ford Escape is produced. That plant's focus will shift to electric vehicles, and production of the iconic SUV will cease at the end of the calendar year.
Can a mattress fit in a Ford Escape?
If you remove the back seats and add a support behind the front seats, you can fit a 6 foot mattress. The seats are super easy to remove and put back in. I also didn't use a platform because I wanted to be able to sit all the way up.
How big is the back of a Ford Escape with the seats down?
Ford Escape Cargo Space with and without Seats Folded
Here's a breakdown of the cargo space with and without the rear seats folded: With Rear Seats Up: 37.5 cubic feet. With Rear Seats Folded Flat: 65.4 cubic feet.
