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2013 Ford Escape Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

SUV 7 trims listed 2 fuel-system recalls ← 2012 2014 →

Fuel tank capacity

15.1gal · 57 L

The 2013 Ford Escape has a fuel tank capacity of 15.1 gallons (57 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 423–498 highway miles or 317–347 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.1 gal · Smaller than 79% of 2013 models we list.

Highway range
423–498 mi
City range
317–347 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA combined
24–25 MPG
EPA size class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

2013 Ford Escape fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 7 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank Fuel MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
S 4dr SUV 2.5L 4cyl 6A · FWD · Regular MPG 22 / 31Range 332 / 468 mi 2.5L 4cyl 6A FWD 15.1 gal57 L Regular 22 / 31 332 / 468 mi
SE 4dr SUV 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 23 / 33Range 347 / 498 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 23 / 33 347 / 498 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 30Range 332 / 453 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 22 / 30 332 / 453 mi
SEL 4dr SUV 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 23 / 33Range 347 / 498 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 23 / 33 347 / 498 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 30Range 332 / 453 mi 1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 22 / 30 332 / 453 mi
Titanium 4dr SUV 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · FWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 22 / 30Range 332 / 453 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A FWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 22 / 30 332 / 453 mi
Titanium 4dr SUV AWD 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A · AWD · Premium (recommended) MPG 21 / 28Range 317 / 423 mi 2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A AWD 15.1 gal57 L Premiumrecommended 21 / 28 317 / 423 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 2013 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 25 MPG, a full 15.1-gallon tank covers about 378 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.1453332
3/411.3340249
1/27.6227166
1/43.811383
1/81.95742

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 600 gallons, roughly 40 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 21.1 MPG in the Escape (24 drivers), about 319 miles on a full 15.1-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
24–25 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
357–378 g/mi
EPA greenhouse score
6 of 10
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2013 Ford Escape

$79.73 to fill the 15.1-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.1 galPremium$5.28$79.73$59.80
15.1 galRegular$4.27$64.48$48.36

By region, 15.1-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$74.44
Midwest$5.37$81.09
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$69.01
Rocky Mountain$5.12$77.31
West Coast$6.08$91.81
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$96.04

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

  • 15.1-gallon tank$79.73
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,168

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

Escape tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2013: 15.1 gal, down from 15.1–17.5 gal on the 2012 Escape.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2018 Escape 15.7 gal 471 mi
2017 Escape 15.7 gal 471 mi
2016 Escape 15.5 gal 496 mi
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
Ford Escape fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
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2013 Ford Escape vs similar 2013 SUVs

The Escape has the smallest tank of the seven 2013 SUVs compared here: 15.1 gallons, against 19.0 for the Chevrolet Captiva Sport.

2013 modelTankLongest highway range
Chevrolet Captiva Sport 17.0–19.0 gal 532 mi
Subaru Forester 16.9 gal 456 mi
Volkswagen Tiguan 16.8 gal 437 mi
Mitsubishi Outlander 15.8–16.6 gal 465 mi
Toyota RAV4 15.9 gal 493 mi
Honda CR-V 15.3 gal 474 mi
Ford Escape 15.1 gal 498 mi

Other 2013 SUVs of a similar size, one model per brand.

2013 Ford Escape fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2013 Ford Escape, out of 18 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsNov 25, 2013 · NHTSA 13V584000 · Ford Motor Company · 9,469 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine subject to prior safety recall NHTSA 12V-336. In some cases, the engine compartment fuel line may have been installed incorrectly when repaired under the prior recall. The misinstalled fuel line could chafe and eventually leak fuel.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fuel line, and if necessary, replace it, free of charge. An interim notice will be mailed to owners during January 2014. The recall began on April 9, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S12.

Do not driveDelivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsJul 18, 2012 · NHTSA 12V336000 · Ford Motor Company · 9,320 vehicles

Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak.

Risk and remedy

Risk: If this leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, there is an increased risk of a fire and/or personal injury.

Remedy: Ford will notify and instruct owners to stop driving their vehicles and contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer to arrange pick-up of their vehicle. Customers will be provided with a rental vehicle if needed. The dealer will replace the engine compartment fuel line, free charge. The recall began on August 10, 2012. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2013 Ford Escape?

The 2013 Ford Escape holds 15.1 gallons (57 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2013 Ford Escape gas tank hold?

The 2013 Ford Escape tank holds 57 liters, or 15.1 gallons in US gallons.

Does AWD change the 2013 Ford Escape gas tank?

No. FWD and AWD versions of the 2013 Ford Escape use the same 15.1 gal tank.

How far can a 2013 Ford Escape go on a full tank?

About 423–498 miles on the highway and 317–347 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 2013 Ford Escape go on a quarter tank?

About 113 highway miles or 83 in town from the 15.1-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 2013 Ford Escape really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 21.1 MPG in the 2013 Ford Escape (24 drivers), which works out to about 319 miles on a full 15.1-gallon tank.

What gas does the 2013 Ford Escape take?

Premium unleaded (recommended), or Regular unleaded, depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2013 Ford Escape?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.1-gallon tank from empty costs $79.73. It ranges from $69.01 in the Gulf Coast to $96.04 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2013 Ford Escape?

About 94 pounds for the 15.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2013 Ford Escape have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota RAV4?

No. The 2013 Toyota RAV4 holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 2013 Ford Escape holds up to 15.1.

Has the 2013 Ford Escape had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2013 Ford Escape: 13V584000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings); 12V336000 (delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). 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 2013 Ford models

C-Max Energi14.0 gallons C-Max Hybrid13.5 gallons E-Series Van33.0 gallons E-Series Wagon33.0 gallons Edge18.0–19.0 gallons Expedition28.0–33.5 gallons Explorer18.6 gallons F-15026.0–36.0 gallons F-250 Super Duty35.0 gallons F-350 Super Duty35.0 gallons F-450 Super Duty37.5 gallons Fiesta12.4 gallons