2021 Ford Escape Specifications Overview
The 2021 Ford Escape is certified across 6 configurations with 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine, 2.5L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain, 1.5L 3-Cylinder Engine, 2L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Front-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic (variable gear ratios) or Automatic 8-spd. EPA classified under the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD / Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (6)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escape FWD HEV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 4 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Escape FWD PHEV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 2.5L Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain | 4 | Hybrid Electric Motor + Engine | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas and Electricity |
| Escape AWD HEV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 2.5L Gas-Electric Hybrid Engine | 4 | Hybrid Electric Assist | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Escape FWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 1.5L 3-Cylinder Engine | 3 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Escape AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 1.5L 3-Cylinder Engine | 3 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Escape AWD Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 2L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2021 Ford Escape SUV FWD
- 2021 Ford Escape PHEV SUV FWD
- 2021 Ford Escape SUV AWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.