The 2021 Ford Escape has a fuel tank capacity of 14.3 to 15.7 gallons (54–59 liters), depending on the trim. The most common size is 14.3 gallons, used on 6 trims.
A full tank is good for roughly 487–529 highway miles or 361–629 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.
020 gal40 gal
15.7 gal · Smaller than 71% of 2021 models we list.
Titanium Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD2.5L 4cyl EVT · AWD · Regular HybridMPG 43 / 37Range 615 / 529 mi
2.5L 4cyl EVT Hybrid
AWD
14.3 gal54 L
Regular
43 / 37
615 / 529 mi
S 4dr SUV1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · RegularMPG 28 / 34Range 414 / 503 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
14.8 gal56 L
Regular
28 / 34
414 / 503 mi
SE 4dr SUV1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · RegularMPG 28 / 34Range 414 / 503 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
14.8 gal56 L
Regular
28 / 34
414 / 503 mi
SEL 4dr SUV1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · FWD · RegularMPG 28 / 34Range 414 / 503 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
FWD
14.8 gal56 L
Regular
28 / 34
414 / 503 mi
S 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · RegularMPG 26 / 31Range 408 / 487 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
15.7 gal59 L
Regular
26 / 31
408 / 487 mi
SE 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · RegularMPG 26 / 31Range 408 / 487 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
15.7 gal59 L
Regular
26 / 31
408 / 487 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · RegularMPG 26 / 31Range 408 / 487 mi
1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
15.7 gal59 L
Regular
26 / 31
408 / 487 mi
SEL 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended)MPG 23 / 31Range 361 / 487 mi
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
15.7 gal59 L
Premiumrecommended
23 / 31
361 / 487 mi
Titanium 4dr SUV AWD2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A · AWD · Premium (recommended)MPG 23 / 31Range 361 / 487 mi
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A
AWD
15.7 gal59 L
Premiumrecommended
23 / 31
361 / 487 mi
No trim matches all of these filters.
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 2021 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 28 MPG, a full 15.7-gallon tank covers about 440 miles.
Gauge
Gallons
Highway miles
City miles
Full
15.7
487
408
3/4
11.8
365
306
1/2
7.9
243
204
1/4
3.9
122
102
1/8
2.0
61
51
Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 536 gallons, roughly 34 full tanks.
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.
At 15.7 gallons, the Escape's largest tank ranks third of the seven 2021 SUVs compared here. The Subaru Forester carries the most (16.6 gal) and the Honda CR-V the least (14.0 gal).
Picked by body style and size: other 2021 SUVs within about 5% of the Escape's length and 15% of its curb weight, one model per brand.
2021 Ford Escape fuel system recalls
NHTSA lists 4 fuel-system recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape, out of 20 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.
Fuel injection systemJul 11, 2025 · NHTSA 25V467000 · Ford Motor Company · 694,271 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.
Fuel injection systemMar 14, 2025 · NHTSA 25V165000 · Ford Motor Company · 33,576 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
Fuel injection systemNov 18, 2022 · NHTSA 22V859000 · Ford Motor Company · 521,746 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Delivery · Fuel pump · Control/drive moduleAug 10, 2021 · NHTSA 21V625000 · Ford Motor Company · 13,773 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S38.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2021 Ford Escape?
The 2021 Ford Escape holds between 14.3 and 15.7 gallons, depending on the trim. 14.3 gallons is the usual size; the 15.7-gallon tank comes on the S 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A).
How many gallons and liters does the 2021 Ford Escape gas tank hold?
The 2021 Ford Escape tank holds 54–59 liters, or 14.3–15.7 gallons in US gallons.
Which 2021 Ford Escape has the biggest gas tank?
The 15.7-gallon tank is on the S 4dr SUV AWD, SE 4dr SUV AWD, SEL 4dr SUV AWD and 2 other trims. The smallest tank, 14.3 gallons, is on the SE Hybrid 4dr SUV.
Does the 2021 Ford Escape hybrid have a smaller gas tank?
Yes. Hybrid: 14.3 gal; Gas: 14.8–15.7 gal.
Does AWD change the 2021 Ford Escape gas tank?
Yes. AWD: 14.3–15.7 gal; FWD: 14.3–14.8 gal.
How far can a 2021 Ford Escape go on a full tank?
About 487–529 miles on the highway and 361–629 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 2021 Ford Escape go on a quarter tank?
About 122 highway miles or 102 in town from the 15.7-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.
What gas does the 2021 Ford Escape take?
Regular unleaded, or Premium unleaded (recommended), depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2021 Ford Escape?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 14.3-gallon tank from empty costs $61.06. It ranges from $52.91 in the Gulf Coast to $84.23 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2021 Ford Escape?
About 97 pounds for the 15.7-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2021 Ford Escape have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota RAV4?
Yes. The 2021 Ford Escape holds up to 15.7 gallons; the 2021 Toyota RAV4 holds up to 14.5.
Has the 2021 Ford Escape had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 fuel-system recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape: 25V467000 (fuel injection system); 25V165000 (fuel injection system); 22V859000 (fuel injection system). 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.