Since its debut at the turn of the millennium, the Ford Escape has been revered by drivers everywhere. The 2018 Ford Escape may not be the most fuel-efficient car on the road, but it’s certainly not the biggest gas guzzler either.

You should be able to find the vehicle’s fuel capacity in your owner’s manual—but if you’ve misplaced it, don’t worry.

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How big is the gas tank on a 2018 Ford Escape?

With its 15.7-gallon tank, the 2018 Ford Escape falls on the higher end of average when it comes to fuel tanks in the United States. The Escape’s gas tank size is the same no matter what trim you get. Here’s what’s available:

1.5-liter EcoBoost I-4

2.0-liter Twin-Scroll Ecoboost I-4

2.5-liter iVCT I-4

You’ll find the 1.5-liter Ecoboost on the

SEL

trim. The 2.0-liter Twin-Scroll comes equipped with the highest trim level which is the

Titanium

. And the 1.5L is available on both the

and

trims.

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How to check your 2018 Ford Escape’s gas tank size

Still not sure how many gallons the tank on your Escape can hold? Here are several easy methods to determine the exact figure so you’re prepared when headed to the pump.

Measure the gas tank

You can check your tank’s capacity on your own. Simply get a measuring tape and a calculator. To determine the volume of your tank, first multiply the width, length, and height of your tank then divide that figure by 231 (which is the number of cubic inches in a gallon).

Check your owner’s manual

Another easy way to confirm the capacity of your gas tank is by referring to your owner’s manual. Look up phrases like “gas tank” or “fuel tank capacity” in the index to locate how many gallons your tank can hold.

Drive till empty, then fill it up

While this certainly wouldn’t be our first recommendation, you can find out your Escape’s gas tank size by simply driving until the fuel gauge hits “E” before filling it up. Given that most cars still have a few gallons in the tank when the “E” light comes on, this method won’t give you the most precise number, but it’ll come pretty close. Just don’t press your luck too much driving on empty!

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How to save on fuel costs in a Ford Escape

With a regular gasoline engine and four-wheel drive, the 2018 Ford Escape is rated for about 24 mpg combined city/highway, with minor variations for engine choice and trim.

While it’s not the most fuel-efficient SUV on the road, driving an Escape doesn’t need to hit your bank account as hard as you think when you hit up the gas station. If you want to save some money at the pump, take a look at these tips:

Stay on top of maintenance. Do not let wear and tear on your Escape’s system build up because it can cause a decrease in your fuel economy.

Drive carefully. Chill out on the gas pedal a bit and keep your fuel consumption steady (and low) by not engaging in harsh accelerations.

Try not to idle, especially in cooler temperatures. When you idle, you burn fuel for no good reason, so gently drive your Escape to warm it up during the cold winter mornings rather than letting it run for a bit.

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