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2010 Ford Escape Gas Tank Size and Capacity

SUV 6 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2009 2011 →

Fuel tank capacity

16.5gal · 62 L

The 2010 Ford Escape has a fuel tank capacity of 16.5 gallons (62 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 429–462 highway miles or 330–363 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

16.5 gal · Smaller than 78% of 2010 models we list.

Listed separately: 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid (15.1 gal).

Highway range
429–462 mi
City range
330–363 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
22–24 MPG
EPA size class
Sport Utility Vehicle

2010 Ford Escape fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 6 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
Limited 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 28Range 347 / 462 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 16.5 gal62 L 21 / 28 347 / 462 mi
Limited 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 330 / 429 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 16.5 gal62 L 20 / 26 330 / 429 mi
XLS 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 5M · FWD MPG 22 / 28Range 363 / 462 mi 2.5L 4cyl 5M FWD 16.5 gal62 L 22 / 28 363 / 462 mi
XLS 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 330 / 429 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 16.5 gal62 L 20 / 26 330 / 429 mi
XLT 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD MPG 21 / 28Range 347 / 462 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 16.5 gal62 L 21 / 28 347 / 462 mi
XLT 4dr SUV AWD 2.5L 4cyl 6A · AWD MPG 20 / 26Range 330 / 429 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A AWD 16.5 gal62 L 20 / 26 330 / 429 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 2010 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 22 MPG, a full 16.5-gallon tank covers about 363 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full16.5429330
3/412.4322248
1/28.3215165
1/44.110783
1/82.15441

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 682 gallons, roughly 41 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 25.5 MPG in the Escape (10 drivers), about 421 miles on a full 16.5-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
22–24 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
370–404 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings ↗

What it costs to fill up a 2010 Ford Escape

$70.45 to fill the 16.5-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
16.5 galRegular$4.27$70.45$52.84

By region, 16.5-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$66.33
Midwest$4.27$70.45
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$61.05
Rocky Mountain$4.46$73.59
West Coast$5.42$89.43
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$97.18

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

  • 16.5-gallon tank$70.45
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$2,911

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

The 2010 Escape uses the same 16.5 gal tank as every Escape since 2006.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2015 Escape 15.5 gal 496 mi
2014 Escape 15.1 gal 483 mi
2013 Escape 15.1 gal 498 mi
2012 Escape 15.1–17.5 gal 490 mi
2011 Escape 17.5 gal 490 mi
2010 Escape 16.5 gal 462 mi
2009 Escape 16.5 gal 462 mi
2008 Escape 16.5 gal 462 mi
2007 Escape 16.5 gal 446 mi
2006 Escape 16.5 gal 446 mi
2005 Escape 15.0–16.5 gal 446 mi
Ford Escape fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
20012002200320042005200620072008200916.52010201120122013201420152016201720182019202120222023202420252026
← 2009 Ford Escape Every Escape year 2011 Ford Escape →

2010 Ford Escape vs similar 2010 SUVs

At 16.5 gallons, the Escape's largest tank ranks fourth of the seven 2010 SUVs compared here. The Mazda Tribute carries the most (17.5 gal) and the Honda CR-V the least (15.3 gal).

2010 modelTankLongest highway range
Mazda Tribute 17.5 gal 490 mi
Suzuki Grand Vitara 17.4 gal 452 mi
Volkswagen Tiguan 16.8 gal 437 mi
Ford Escape 16.5 gal 462 mi
Mercury Mariner 16.5 gal 462 mi
Toyota RAV4 15.9 gal 445 mi
Honda CR-V 15.3 gal 428 mi

Picked by body style and size: other 2010 SUVs within about 5% of the Escape's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.

2010 Ford Escape fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 Ford Escape, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpOct 26, 2016 · NHTSA 16V777000 · Ford Motor Company · 329,265 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured February 26, 2009, to April 29, 2012, and 2010-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured February 25, 2009, to December 12, 2010. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 13, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S41.

Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ Look up your tank by VIN

Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2010 Ford Escape?

The 2010 Ford Escape holds 16.5 gallons (62 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2010 Ford Escape gas tank hold?

The 2010 Ford Escape tank holds 62 liters, or 16.5 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2010 Ford Escape gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2010 Ford Escape use the same 16.5 gal tank.

How far can a 2010 Ford Escape go on a full tank?

About 429–462 miles on the highway and 330–363 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 2010 Ford Escape go on a quarter tank?

About 107 highway miles or 83 in town from the 16.5-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.1 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 2010 Ford Escape really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 25.5 MPG in the 2010 Ford Escape (10 drivers), which works out to about 421 miles on a full 16.5-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2010 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 2010 Ford Escape?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 16.5-gallon tank from empty costs $70.45. It ranges from $61.05 in the Gulf Coast to $97.18 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2010 Ford Escape?

About 102 pounds for the 16.5-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2010 Ford Escape have a bigger gas tank than the Mercury Mariner?

No, they match: both top out at 16.5 gallons in 2010.

Has the 2010 Ford Escape had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2010 Ford Escape: 16V777000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, cross-checked against a second spec database. 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.
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database.
  • 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 2010 Ford models

Crown Victoria19.0 gallons E-Series Van35.0 gallons E-Series Wagon35.0 gallons Edge19.0–20.0 gallons Escape Hybrid15.1 gallons Expedition28.0–33.5 gallons Explorer22.5 gallons Explorer Sport Trac22.5 gallons F-15026.0–36.0 gallons F-250 Super Duty30.5–38.0 gallons F-350 Super Duty30.5–38.0 gallons F-450 Super Duty38.0 gallons