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2026 Ford Escape Active
Columbus, OH
43085
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
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2026 Ford Escape Active Cost to Own
$52,155
A 2026 Ford Escape Active has a 5-year cost-to-own of $52,155. After 5 years a 2026 Escape Active will depreciate $19,450 and have a residual value of $12,395. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $32,705.
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The 2026 Ford Escape Active is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Compact SUV/Crossovers.
2026 Ford Escape Active 5-Year Depreciation: $19,450
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$32,705
Fuel:
$9,512
Insurance:
$11,695
Financing:
$3,660
State Fees:
$2,426
Maintenance:
$3,733
Repairs:
$1,679
Total: $32,705
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$19,450
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$32,705
5-Year Cost To Own$52,155
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3273 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 104.0 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 137.5 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.0 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 7.5 inches | ||
Overall Length | 180.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 57.6 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 65.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 38.4 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 106.7 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 85.6 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Panorama Moon Roof | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 27 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 34 mpg | ||
Combined | 30 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
8 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 180 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 199 @ 3000 rpm | ||
Engine | 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
2026 Ford Escape Active Standard Features
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2026 Ford Escape
KBB.com Review
4.0
Kbb.com Expert Rating
You'll Like This Car If...
Powertrain variety. Cargo space. Passenger room.
You May Not Like This Car If...
Aging lineup. Not sold in every state.
2026 Ford Escape
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.8
Consumer Rating
74 ratings
Value
3.9
Performance
3.9
Quality
3.7
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
4.0
Styling
4.3
2026 Ford Escape Active Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Ford Escape Active |  New 2026 Toyota RAV4 |  New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid |  New 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $31,845 | $37,550 | $34,245 | $29,695 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.2 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.8 | 2.8 | 3.6 | 4.3 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 27/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | City 40/Hwy 43/Comb 47 MPG | City 41/Hwy 38/Comb 39 MPG | City 29/Hwy 33/Comb 31 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $52,155 | N/A | $46,155 | $46,146 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 180 @ 6000 RPM | 183 @ 6000 RPM | 219 @ 5700 RPM | 155 @ 5600 RPM | |
| Engine | 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 3-Cyl, ECOTEC, Turbo, 1.3 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
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