2026 Ford Escape Specs, Trims & Research

Buyer brief

Escape at a glance

Model-year research organized around the questions shoppers compare most: price, powertrain, space, safety and ownership.

The 2026 Escape offers 1.5L and 2.0L EcoBoost engines, a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid. Cargo and towing change by powertrain, so the gas cargo figure should not be transferred to the hybrid/PHEV.

Starting MSRP: $30,350.

Hybrid/PHEV cargo is lower than EcoBoost cargo.

Towing varies substantially by powertrain and equipment.

Model-year status

U.S. 2026 model-year research checked 2026-09-23. Live pricing and next-model-year pages can change; use VIN/window-sticker data for the exact vehicle.

Evidence status

Why trust this page?

Checked within 90 days

Last checkedSep 23, 2026Profile-level review date

Research sources2Source records attached to this model year

Normalized fit fields22 manufacturer-backed · 0 independent/editorial

Physical-fit coverageCargo 0/5 · Cabin 2/4Coverage counts only calculator-ready fields

Known data gaps

Rigid-cargo geometry coverage: 0 of 5 key physical fields normalized.
Cabin-space coverage: 2 of 4 key headroom/legroom fields normalized.

Lineup

Pricing and trims

U.S. market

MSRP references exclude destination, taxes, registration, dealer charges and options unless stated otherwise.

Active2026 trim

1.5L EcoBoost

ST-Line family2026 trims

Powertrains vary

Platinum2026 trim

2.0L/hybrid availability

Plug-in Hybrid2026 trim

PHEV

Powertrain & efficiency

How it is configured

Engine, output & drive

1.5L EcoBoost180 hpManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2.0L EcoBoost250 hpManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Hybrid2.5L hybridManufacturer-published U.S. specification

PHEV2.5L plug-in hybrid; 210 system hpManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

1.5L FWD27 city / 34 highway / 30 combined mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

1.5L AWD26 / 32 / 28 mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2.0L AWD23 / 31 / 26 mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Hybrid AWD42 / 36 / 39 mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Dimensions, room & utility

The measurements that affect daily use

How SUVLook compares measurements

Exterior & footprint

Overall length180.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Width without mirrors74.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Wheelbase106.7 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Height66.0-66.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Passenger space

Front legroom42.4 in maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Rear legroom40.7 in maxSliding second row

Cargo & capability

EcoBoost cargo37.5 cu ft seats up; 65.4 cu ft maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Hybrid/PHEV cargo34.4 cu ft seats up; 60.8 cu ft maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Maximum towing3,500 lb2.0L with tow package

Measurement ledger

Detailed verified fields

Evidence labels stay attached so factory specifications, physical measurements and unresolved fit questions are not treated as equivalent.

MeasurementValueEvidence label

Overall length180.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Width without mirrors74.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Wheelbase106.7 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Height66.0-66.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Front legroom42.4 in maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Rear legroom40.7 in maxSliding second row

EcoBoost cargo37.5 cu ft seats up; 65.4 cu ft maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Hybrid/PHEV cargo34.4 cu ft seats up; 60.8 cu ft maxManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Maximum towing3,500 lb2.0L with tow package

Safety & driver assistance

Ratings and active-safety context

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

Safety evidence

Crash-test statusVerify exact 2026 model yearNo previous-year score is inferred here

Key driver-assistance systems

Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
Lane-support features
Blind-spot systems where equipped
Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Technology & ownership

What changes the day-to-day experience

Cabin technology

Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Ownership notes

WarrantyVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

MaintenanceFollow the 2026 owner manualIntervals depend on powertrain and operating conditions

Buying context

What to compare before you choose a trim

Hybrid/PHEV cargo is lower than EcoBoost cargo.

Towing varies substantially by powertrain and equipment.

Check state availability before ordering remaining 2026 inventory.

Before you measure or buy

Model-year and measurement caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Quick answers

2026 Ford Escape FAQs

What matters most on the 2026 Ford Escape?

Hybrid/PHEV cargo is lower than EcoBoost cargo.

What should I verify before buying a 2026 Ford Escape?

Towing varies substantially by powertrain and equipment.

Are these SUVLook road-test measurements?

No. Factory specifications and manufacturer-published capacities are labeled as such; SUVLook does not present them as physical measurements taken from a test vehicle.