Ford Escape Oil Capacity & Oil Type
TL;DR
Oil capacity with filter ranges from about 4.3 to 6.0 US quarts (4.1 to 5.7 L) depending on engine code and model year - check the table below and confirm with your owner's manual before filling.
Ford Escape oil capacity by engine
The Ford Escape has used several different engine families since 2013, and capacity (with a new filter installed) changes between them. Match your vehicle by engine code, not just model year, since Ford offered more than one engine per year in most generations.
Where to double-check for your exact vehicle
- The oil fill cap on top of the engine (often stamped with the recommended viscosity)
- The owner's manual glovebox card or the Capacities and Specifications section of the manual
- The driver's door jamb placard (mainly tire pressure and GVWR, but sometimes references the manual section for fluids)
Capacity and viscosity table
| Engine code / years | Capacity with filter (L / US qt) | Viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6L EcoBoost I4 (2013-2016) | 4.1 L / 4.3 qt | SAE 5W-20 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost I4 (2013-2019) | 5.4 L / 5.7 qt | SAE 5W-30 |
| 2.5L Duratec I4, non-turbo (2013-2019) | 5.4 L / 5.7 qt | SAE 5W-20 |
| 1.5L EcoBoost I3 (2020-2022) | 5.1 L / 5.4 qt | SAE 5W-20 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost I4 (2020-present) | 5.2 L / 5.5 qt | SAE 5W-30 |
| 2.5L Hybrid / PHEV (2020-present) | 5.4-5.7 L / 5.7-6.0 qt (sources vary by trim/year) | SAE 0W-20 |
Why the hybrid figure is given as a range
Manufacturer-referenced lookup data shows slightly different capacities (5.7 quarts versus 6.0 quarts) for different build codes of the 2.5L hybrid engine depending on the exact model year and trim. Rather than guess which applies to your car, use the dipstick and fill gradually, or read the exact figure from your engine oil fill cap or manual.
Earlier generations (2001-2012)
Coverage for the first- and second-generation Escape (2.0L Zetec, 2.3L/2.5L Duratec, 3.0L Duratec V6, and the early hybrid) is not included here because reliable, corroborated figures for every engine code were not confirmed. For these model years, read the capacity directly from your owner's manual or oil fill cap.
Summary
| 1.6L EcoBoost (2013-2016) | 4.1 L / 4.3 qt, 5W-20 |
|---|---|
| 2.0L EcoBoost (2013-2019) | 5.4 L / 5.7 qt, 5W-30 |
| 2.5L Duratec (2013-2019) | 5.4 L / 5.7 qt, 5W-20 |
| 1.5L EcoBoost (2020-2022) | 5.1 L / 5.4 qt, 5W-20 |
| 2.0L EcoBoost (2020-present) | 5.2 L / 5.5 qt, 5W-30 |
| 2.5L Hybrid/PHEV (2020-present) | 5.4-5.7 L / 5.7-6.0 qt, 0W-20 |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Ford Escape: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Ford Escape take 5W-20 or 5W-30 oil?
It depends on the engine. The 1.6L EcoBoost, 2.5L Duratec, and 1.5L EcoBoost engines call for SAE 5W-20, the 2.0L EcoBoost calls for SAE 5W-30, and the 2.5L hybrid and plug-in hybrid engines call for SAE 0W-20. Check your specific engine code in the table above or on your oil fill cap.
How much oil does a Ford Escape need with a filter change?
It ranges from about 4.3 US quarts (4.1 L) on the 1.6L EcoBoost up to roughly 5.7-6.0 US quarts (5.4-5.7 L) on the 2.5L and hybrid engines. There is no single universal number for the Escape - match your engine code to the table above.
Where can I find the exact oil capacity for my Ford Escape?
The most reliable source is your own vehicle: check the oil fill cap on the engine for the viscosity grade, and check the Capacities and Specifications section of your owner's manual for the exact quart/liter figure, since Ford sometimes revises figures between production runs of the same engine.
Is oil capacity the same for every Ford Escape model year?
No. Capacity changes by engine code, not simply by model year, because Ford offered multiple engines in the same year range (for example 1.6L, 2.0L, and 2.5L were all available in 2013-2016). Always identify your engine code first.