
The fuel consumption of the Ford Escape is 7.3-7.6L/100km. The currently available Ford Escape models include the 2020 EcoBoost245 two-wheel-drive Enjoy version, four-wheel-drive Premium version, four-wheel-drive ST-LINE version, two-wheel-drive Smart Premium version, two-wheel-drive Shine version, and four-wheel-drive Shine version, totaling six models. The official NEDC combined fuel consumption is slightly lower than the actual fuel consumption, at 7.3-7.6L/100km. Among vehicles in the same class, the Tharu has an NEDC combined fuel consumption of 5.9-7.0L/100km, the Qashqai has 6.2-6.4L/100km, the Wildlander has 4.6-6.4L/100km, the Toyota C-HR has 4.5-5.7L/100km, and the T-ROC Tango has 5.9-7.0L/100km. The level of a car's fuel consumption is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Details are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before a red light, increases fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger engine displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements usually mean higher power, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. Heavier cars also have higher fuel consumption because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on dirt roads, muddy roads, soft surfaces, or mountainous roads increases resistance and fuel consumption. Natural wind: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases the car's resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperatures: When the engine block is cold, the injected gasoline does not atomize easily, requiring more gasoline to burn, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine's computer controls higher RPMs to warm up the car, which also increases fuel consumption.

I've been driving the Ford Escape for almost two years, mostly commuting with the two-wheel-drive version. The official combined fuel consumption data is 7.3 liters per 100 kilometers, but actual consumption varies: in city traffic jams, the fuel consumption is quite high, usually between 9 to 10 liters, and even higher with frequent traffic lights; on highways, it's quite fuel-efficient, maintaining around 100 km/h with cruise control, consuming about 6.5 to 7 liters. My car runs on 92-octane gasoline, with a 54-liter fuel tank, making it worry-free for long trips when filled up. I recommend installing the Xiaoxiong Fuel Consumption APP to track it yourself, as there are noticeable differences between seasons—using air conditioning in summer adds about 1 liter, and cold starts in winter cause a temporary spike in fuel consumption. Overall, for a monthly commute of 800 kilometers, the fuel cost fluctuates around 550 yuan.

To discuss the fuel consumption of the Edge, we must start with its hardware. It comes standard with a 2.0T engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and the vehicle weight starts at 1.6 tons. This combination is highly efficient on highways, with a cruising RPM just over 2000 at 120km/h. In real-world tests, a full tank can cover over 600 kilometers. However, in urban areas, frequent operation of the auto start-stop system can actually increase fuel consumption, especially during short commutes. The four-wheel-drive version consumes about 1 liter more per 100 kilometers compared to the two-wheel-drive version. Remember to maintain tire pressure above 2.4 bar, as insufficient tire pressure can significantly increase fuel consumption. My long-term average fuel consumption is 8.2 liters per 100 kilometers, while my colleague's CR-V hybrid only consumes just over 5 liters. But the Edge boasts 248 horsepower—there's always a trade-off.

Daily commuters report: The fuel consumption of the Ford Escape entirely depends on driving habits! Aggressive starts can push it up to 11L/100km, but gentle driving keeps it around 8L. Post-first maintenance, consumption drops by about 0.5L – full synthetic oil is recommended. The most fuel-efficient speed range is 60-80km/h; using Eco mode on ring roads can achieve just over 6L. AC usage has significant impact – summer AC increases consumption by 12% compared to spring/autumn. A 200km mixed test showed 7.1L for highway-focused trips (2WD version), while city driving easily exceeds 9L. The fuel gauge drops rapidly in the second half – refuel when it reaches quarter-tank.


