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Ford Escape.

2026 is the Escape's final year, which makes it a deal hunter's target: a proven compact SUV with an available 39 mpg hybrid, and dealers motivated to move the last of them.

Fuel economy
up to 39 mpg (hybrid)
Seats
5
Power
180-250 hp
Ford Escape compact suv

What a Ford Escape costs where you live.

With the taxes and fees for Arizona, where you register the car. Type the price and see it as cash, a loan, and a lease. Nothing you type leaves this page.

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Escape trims.

ActiveThe entry: 8-inch screen, Co-Pilot360 safety, hybrid availability.
ST-LineSport styling: black grille and accents, flat-bottom wheel, 18s.
ST-Line SelectAdds heated seats, power liftgate, upgraded materials over ST-Line.
ST-Line EliteThe loaded sport spec: 13.2-inch screen, B&O audio, 360 camera, adaptive cruise.
PlatinumThe comfort flagship: leather-trimmed cabin, panoramic roof availability, top tech.

Every new Ford carries a 3 year / 36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and 5 year / 60,000 mile powertrain coverage, plus 5 years / 60,000 miles of roadside assistance.

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Questions.

What trims does the Ford Escape come in?

Five: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, and Platinum.

What gas mileage does the Ford Escape get?

Up to 39 mpg (hybrid), depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the Ford Escape have?

5.

Should I lease or buy a Ford Escape?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Open the calculator on this page, type the price you agreed on, and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.

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By The Model Black · Updated October 7, 2026