The standard 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine for the 2023 Ford Escape has an engine oil capacity of 5 quarts. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder takes 6.1 quarts, and hybrid models need 5.7 quarts.

Getting an oil change at an auto shop or car dealership can sometimes be a bit of a hassle. You can end up waiting for hours and paying more than what the job and materials are actually worth.

If you want to get to know your vehicle and save some money, you can always change the oil yourself! Scroll down to learn about the 2023 Ford Escape’s oil capacity and recommended oil type, plus how to change your oil step by step.

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2023 Ford Escape engine oil capacity

The 2023 Ford Escape is available in seven

trim levels

: Base, Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum, and Plug-In Hybrid. Depending on the model you choose, your Escape will be equipped with one of three engines.

If you’re changing the oil on an Escape with the entry-level 1.5-liter three-cylinder EcoBoost engine, fill it with 5 quarts (4.7 liters) of oil.

For the 2.0-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine, you need 6.1 quarts (5.8 liters).

Finally, hybrid models have an engine oil capacity of 5.7 quarts (5.4 liters).

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What kind of oil does a 2023 Ford Escape need?

You also need a specific type of oil for your 2023 Ford Escape depending on which engine you have.

For the 1.5L and hybrid engines,

Ford

recommends Motorcraft SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. However, for the 2.0L engine, you need Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

Don’t forget that your owner’s manual details all of this info, as well. If you don’t have a physical copy, the

manual is easily accessible online

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Oil viscosity explained

To differentiate the types of motor oil available, we use SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) viscosity grade designations (i.e., 0W-40). Also referred to as viscosity ratings, these numbers represent a fluid’s thickness.

SAE viscosity ratings are based on measurements made at a temperature of 212 degrees Fahrenheit, which is an engine’s normal operating temp. An oil with a higher viscosity rating will be thicker at this temperature.

You might be wondering why we use two numbers—and what that W means! Because we use multi-grade oil in modern combustion engines, we need to use two numbers. This is because multi-grade oil is engineered to behave like two different types of oil, depending on what temperature it is.

Since oil gets thicker at lower temperatures, single-grade oils get too thick to flow through all of the complex components of a modern engine after thickening up in winter weather. But, with a multi-grade oil, you can have an oil that’s as thick as SAE 30 single-grade oil when it’s hot and as thin as SAE 5 oil on a cold winter morning!

The W in 0W-20 stands for “winter.” This oil has an SAE viscosity rating of 20, but when it gets cold, it’s manufactured to act as though it was SAE 5. This means you can start your engine with oil that isn’t too thick, but by the time your engine is hot, it’s the perfect viscosity to provide your engine components with the lubrication they need!

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How often to change the oil on a 2023 Ford Escape

Now that you have all of this fresh wisdom flowing through you like new oil flows through an engine, you’re ready to

change your oil

…

But hold on there, hotshot! If you change your oil too early, you’ll waste a whole chunk of perfectly good oil life. Your 2023 Ford Escape is equipped with Ford’s Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor System (IOLM), which is specially designed to let you know when you’re due for an oil change.

Normally, you need to change your oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles when using synthetic oil, but hybrids can sometimes go even longer! Regardless, you should change it at least once per year.

However, you should take your owner’s manual’s advice and check your oil once per month. Look for these telltale signs that you might need to change your oil:

Oil looks and feels dirty when you check it

Engine is producing strange noises/smells

Noticeable reduction in vehicle performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

If it’s definitely time for fresh oil, let’s get to it! Here are some supplies you’ll need:

Socket wrench

Drain pan

Filter wrench

New replacement oil filter

New washer

Funnel

Ramps or jacks to lift up the car

Gloves

Rags

The correct amount of the correct type of oil

Most mechanics recommend that you run the engine for about two to three minutes to warm up and thin out the oil. This makes draining easier and more thorough.

Next, follow these steps:

Open the hood and remove the oil fill cap.

Take off the cover protecting the underside of the engine bay.

Find the oil drain plug and place the drain pan under and in front of it to catch the draining oil. Be prepared to reposition as needed!

When ready, unscrew the oil drain plug. This is where it tends to get messy as the oil starts flowing.

Remove the old oil filter and install the new one.

After the oil has drained completely, replace the oil drain plug with a new washer, tightening it to 15-20 lb-ft.

Now, funnel the new oil into the oil fill opening, then put the cap back on!

Run the engine for no more than half a minute to cycle the oil through the filter. Now, check the oil level and look for leaks. If everything is looking good, reset the oil change indicator (see directions in owner’s manual) so that you’ll be properly alerted next time your oil needs to be changed!

Always remember to safely dispose of dirty engine oil. Pour the old oil from the drain pan into the empty bottles from the new oil, seal them, and take them to a recycling facility.

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