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2001 Ford Escape Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 4 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall 2002 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.3gal · 58 L

The 2001 Ford Escape has a fuel tank capacity of 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 367–398 highway miles or 306–321 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.3 gal · Smaller than 83% of 2001 models we list.

Highway range
367–398 mi
City range
306–321 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
21–23 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2001 Ford Escape fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference

All 4 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
XLS 2WD 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 21 / 26Range 321 / 398 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 15.3 gal58 L 21 / 26 321 / 398 mi
XLS 4WD 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 20 / 24Range 306 / 367 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M 4WD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 24 306 / 367 mi
XLT 2WD 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 21 / 26Range 321 / 398 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M FWD 15.3 gal58 L 21 / 26 321 / 398 mi
XLT 4WD 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 20 / 24Range 306 / 367 mi 2.0L 4cyl 5M 4WD 15.3 gal58 L 20 / 24 306 / 367 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2001 Ford Escape goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 23 MPG, a full 15.3-gallon tank covers about 352 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.3398321
3/411.5298241
1/27.7199161
1/43.89980
1/81.95040

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 652 gallons, roughly 43 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 26.6 MPG in the Escape (5 drivers), about 407 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
21–23 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
386–423 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2001 Ford Escape

$65.33 to fill the 15.3-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.3 galRegular$4.27$65.33$49.00

By region, 15.3-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$61.51
Midwest$4.27$65.33
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$56.61
Rocky Mountain$4.46$68.24
West Coast$5.42$82.93
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$90.12

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 15.3-gallon tank$65.33
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,785

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Escape tank size in other years

2001 is the first Escape model year we list.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2006 Escape 16.5 gal 446 mi
2005 Escape 15.0–16.5 gal 446 mi
2004 Escape 16.0 gal 400 mi
2003 Escape 15.0–16.0 gal 375 mi
2002 Escape 15.0–16.0 gal 375 mi
2001 Escape 15.3 gal 398 mi
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2001 Ford Escape vs similar 2001 SUVs

At 15.3 gallons, the Escape's largest tank ranks fifth of the seven 2001 SUVs compared here. The Jeep Cherokee carries the most (20.0 gal) and the Toyota RAV4 the least (14.7 gal).

2001 modelTankLongest highway range
Jeep Cherokee 20.0 gal 420 mi
Suzuki Grand Vitara 16.8 gal 336 mi
Mazda Tribute 15.3–16.4 gal 398 mi
Kia Sportage 14.0–15.8 gal 316 mi
Ford Escape 15.3 gal 398 mi
Honda CR-V 15.3 gal 352 mi
Toyota RAV4 14.7 gal 412 mi

Other 2001 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2001 Ford Escape fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2001 Ford Escape, out of 13 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

DeliverySep 18, 2000 · NHTSA 00V277001 · Ford Motor Company · 10,850 vehicles

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Owner notification began september 27, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2001 Ford Escape?

The 2001 Ford Escape holds 15.3 gallons (58 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2001 Ford Escape gas tank hold?

The 2001 Ford Escape tank holds 58 liters, or 15.3 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2001 Ford Escape gas tank?

No. FWD and 4WD versions of the 2001 Ford Escape use the same 15.3 gal tank.

How far can a 2001 Ford Escape go on a full tank?

About 367–398 miles on the highway and 306–321 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2001 Ford Escape go on a quarter tank?

About 99 highway miles or 80 in town from the 15.3-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2001 Ford Escape really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 26.6 MPG in the 2001 Ford Escape (5 drivers), which works out to about 407 miles on a full 15.3-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2001 Ford Escape take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2001 Ford Escape?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.3-gallon tank from empty costs $65.33. It ranges from $56.61 in the Gulf Coast to $90.12 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2001 Ford Escape?

About 95 pounds for the 15.3-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2001 Ford Escape have a bigger gas tank than the Kia Sportage?

No. The 2001 Kia Sportage holds up to 15.8 gallons; the 2001 Ford Escape holds up to 15.3.

Has the 2001 Ford Escape had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2001 Ford Escape: 00V277001 (delivery). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Ford fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2001 Ford models

Crown Victoria19.0 gallons Econoline Cargo35.0 gallons Econoline Wagon35.0 gallons Escort12.8 gallons Excursion44.0 gallons Expedition26.0–30.0 gallons Explorer21.0 gallons Explorer Sport17.5 gallons Explorer Sport Trac20.5 gallons F-15024.5–30.0 gallons F-250 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons F-350 Super Duty29.0–38.0 gallons