Having a decent-sized gas tank is important, especially when you drive an SUV that’s not all that fuel-efficient. And if you don’t know the capacity of your gas tank, you won’t know how much you should expect to pay when you pull up to the gas station.

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How big is the gas tank on a 2011 Ford Escape

Ford’s

crossover SUV

has a gas tank with a 17.5-gallon capacity no matter which trim you decide to buy. This is slightly better than average for the crossover SUV class, as many of its competitors have tanks in the 14 to 16-gallon range.

If you’re wonderings what's so great about a bigger gas tank, let's take a look at the Ford Escape’s gas mileage. The car comes equipped with either a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder or a 3.0 liter V6. Although the V6 engine is the more impressive of the two, it’s also much less efficient.

The V6 gets a combined mpg of just 16, while the 4-cylinder delivers a combined mpg of 23. Either way, having a few extra gallons of gas in the tank is sure to come in handy.

2011 Ford Escape Hybrid

Although the Ford Escape standard trims don’t vary when it comes to gas tank size,

the hybrid

sure does. The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid comes with a much smaller 15.1-gallon gas tank, although for many the tradeoff is probably worth it.

The 2011 Ford Escape Hybrid delivers an EPA estimate of 32 combined mpg. This is far superior to the standard version and means you’ll spend less time taking your Ford Escape to the gas pump despite its smaller tanks.

How to check your 2011 Ford Escape’s gas tank size

If you still want to double-check how much fuel can fit into your Ford Escape’s tank, there are a few things you can do to check.

Check your owner’s manual

The easiest way to check your gas tank’s size is to find the answer printed in the owner’s manual that you were given when you bought the car. The number should be listed next to the phrase “fuel tank capacity” or something similar.

Measure your gas tank

The most hands-on way to calculate your gas tank capacity is to measure the tank yourself. Start by getting out a measuring tape and measuring the dimensions of the tank (height, weight, and length). Multiply the three figures and divide by 231 to find your result.

Empty it and fill it up

It’s usually best to fill up your gas tank

before it hits empty

, but you could always ignore that rule once just to experiment. Simply drive your car normally until your gauge hits E and then head to the gas station and see how many gallons you can fill it with. The measurement won’t be exact, but it should be close.

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How to save on fuel costs in a Ford Escape

The Ford Escape doesn’t get exceptional mileage, especially with the V6 engine. So filling up a 17.5-gallon tank pretty regularly can start to hurt your wallet after a while. While there is no magical fix for high gas prices, there are a few things you can do to limit your expenses.

Don’t idle: It’s tempting to turn your engine on a little early to warm up your car, especially in the winter. But you are better off driving your Escape to get it warm, since idling burns through gas.

Stay on top of your

maintenance schedule

: If you don’t take great care of an older car like the 2011 Ford Escape, problems will start cropping up. Many of these problems can eat into the car’s fuel efficiency.

Get a gas rewards card: Some credit cards have gas rewards programs that can help you save a significant amount every time you head to the gas station.

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How to optimize your Ford Escape insurance coverage

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