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2006 Ford Escape Hybrid MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 29 MPG combined (30 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 27 to 29 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 1st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,603 a year to fuel.

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Combined 29 MPG 30 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,603 15,000 mi/yr · $10.69 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2006 #1 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City3012.87.8
Highway2811.98.4
Combined2912.38.1

How it ranks among 2006 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Lexus RX Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Mazda Tribute Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Mercury Mariner Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  6. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 Escape HybridOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Escape Hybrid MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · CVT
Escape Hybrid FWD		 Hybrid 30 MPG 28 MPG 29 MPG — $1,603
4WD/AWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · CVT
Escape Hybrid 4WD		 Hybrid 28 MPG 26 MPG 27 MPG — $1,722

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
306 g/mi

2006 Ford Escape Hybrid vs. rivals

vs Mazda Tribute Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Escape Hybrid saves $119/yr vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Escape Hybrid saves $119/yr vs Mercury Mariner Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Escape Hybrid saves $119/yr vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Escape Hybrid saves $334/yr vs Subaru Legacy/Outback 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Escape Hybrid saves $418/yr vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Escape Hybrid saves $418/yr vs Ford Escape 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Escape Hybrid saves $418/yr vs Pontiac Vibe 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota Matrix 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Same fuel cost

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Same year, other powertrains: 2006 Ford Escape (23 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid?

Up to 29 MPG combined (30 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 27 to 29 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid?

The 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid's fuel average is 12.3 km/L (8.1 L/100 km), or 29 MPG combined: 12.8 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid per year?

About $1,603 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $10.69 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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