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2006 Ford Escape MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 Ford Escape is a SUV offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (21 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 9th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,022 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 21 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,022 15,000 mi/yr · $13.48 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2006 #9 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 Ford Escape's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City218.911.2
Highway2711.58.7
Combined239.810.2

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. 9Ford Escape23 MPG $2,022
  7. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 EscapeOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

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

Escape MPG across model years

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6 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Escape FWD		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Escape FWD		 Gas 20 MPG 23 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
4WD/AWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual
Escape 4WD		 Gas 19 MPG 24 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Escape FWD		 Gas 18 MPG 23 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 2.3L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Escape 4WD		 Gas 18 MPG 22 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Escape 4WD		 Gas 17 MPG 21 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
386 g/mi

2006 Ford Escape vs. rivals

vs Subaru Legacy/Outback 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Honda CR-V 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Mazda Tribute 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Saturn Vue 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet HHR 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Same fuel cost vs Toyota RAV4 24 MPG · $1,938/yr RAV4 saves $84/yr vs Subaru Forester 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Escape saves $92/yr vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Highlander Hybrid saves $300/yr vs Ford Escape Hybrid 29 MPG · $1,603/yr Escape Hybrid saves $418/yr

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Same year, other powertrains: 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid (29 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 Ford Escape?

Up to 23 MPG combined (21 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 19 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2006 Ford Escape use?

Regular gasoline.

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

The 2006 Ford Escape's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.9 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

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

About $2,022 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $13.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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