What is the fuel tank capacity of the Ford Escort in liters?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Ford Escort is 50 liters. The fuel tank is located at the left rear of the vehicle, in front of the rear wheel. The fuel tank is made of engineering plastic, which is commonly used in many modern car models. Engineering plastic offers higher safety compared to metal fuel tanks. Below is the refueling procedure for the Ford Escort: 1. First, press the left side of the fuel tank cap to open it. 2. Unscrew the fuel tank cap counterclockwise. 3. Insert the fuel tank cap into the holder on the fuel tank cover. 4. Insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel tank. 5. If the fuel nozzle shuts off automatically for the first time, it indicates that the tank is full. Do not continue refueling, as this may cause the expansion chamber in the tank to fill with fuel. 6. For safety, it is recommended to wait for 5 seconds after removing the fuel nozzle to allow any remaining fuel to drip into the tank. 7. Replace the fuel tank cap and ensure it is tightly secured. 8. To close the fuel tank cover, press the left side until you hear a click sound.
I remember the Fiesta's fuel tank capacity was 42 liters in the pre-2019 older models, which was later upgraded to a larger 50-liter tank in the facelifted version. Driving my friend's older model on long trips made it particularly noticeable – once on the highway, I had to carefully plan fuel stops since it would basically run dry after a little over 400 kilometers. With the new 50-liter tank in the current model, considering the fuel consumption of the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, it can last over 500 kilometers in city driving. When refueling, be careful not to overfill; stop when the nozzle clicks to leave some expansion space, which is better for the charcoal canister. If you frequently take long trips, the larger tank in the new model offers a significant advantage, basically eliminating worries about service station intervals.