Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 45 recorded runs

Ford Escape 0–60 Times

The Ford Escape 0–60 times and quarter mile times below are from 45 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Ford Escape is the 2020 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0 EcoBoost, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.30 seconds at 96.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

The slowest tested Ford Escape is the 2002 Ford Escape XLS Sport, which took 11.0 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.90 seconds at 79.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.

Out of all the Ford Escape tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 8.36 seconds The average quarter mile time is 16.36 seconds at 85.59 mph.

Fastest 0–60 5.7sec 2020 Titanium 2.0 EcoBoost

Average 0–60 8.36sec Across 45 runs

Avg ¼ Mile 16.36sec @ 85.6 mph trap

Slowest 0–60 11.0sec 2002 XLS Sport

Across 45 verified runs, the Ford Escape ranges from 5.7 to 11.0 seconds 0–60, with a 8.36-second average.

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Tests by model year

45 tests · 12 years

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Model Year 12

2023

Ford Escape · 6 verified runs

Avg 0–60 7.30 sec

Avg ¼ Mile 15.60 sec

Recorded Tests 6

#02

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite

5.8sec 0–60

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14.40s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph

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0–60 mph 5.80 sec

¼ Mile ET 14.40 sec

Trap Speed 97.0 mph

Engine 2.0L Turbo I-4

Drivetrain AWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 23 C / 31 H / 28 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #2 of 45

#03

2023 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite

6.6sec 0–60

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15.10s ¼ mi @ 91.2 mph

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0–60 mph 6.60 sec

¼ Mile ET 15.10 sec

Trap Speed 91.2 mph

Engine 2.0L Turbo I-4

Drivetrain AWD

Transmission 8A

MPG EPA 23 C / 31 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Gasoline

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #3 of 45

#11

2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid

7.7sec 0–60

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16.00s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph

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0–60 mph 7.70 sec

¼ Mile ET 16.00 sec

Trap Speed 91.0 mph

Engine 2.5L I-4 + Elec 14.4-kWh

Drivetrain FWD

Transmission CVT

MPG EPA 42 C / 37 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Plug in hybrid

Test Source Car and Driver

Overall Rank #11 of 45

#16

2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid

7.8sec 0–60

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16.00s ¼ mi @ 91.1 mph

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0–60 mph 7.80 sec

¼ Mile ET 16.00 sec

Trap Speed 91.1 mph

Engine 2.5L I-4 + Elec 14.4-kWh

Drivetrain FWD

Transmission CVT

MPG EPA 42 C / 37 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Plug in hybrid

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #16 of 45

#17

2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid

7.8sec 0–60

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15.90s ¼ mi @ 91.0 mph

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0–60 mph 7.80 sec

¼ Mile ET 15.90 sec

Trap Speed 91.0 mph

Engine 2.5L I-4 + Elec 14.4-kWh

Drivetrain FWD

Transmission CVT

MPG EPA 42 C / 37 H / 71.5 Obs

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Plug in hybrid

Test Source Motor Week

Overall Rank #17 of 45

#20

2023 Ford Escape Hybrid ST Line Elite

8.1sec 0–60

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16.20s ¼ mi @ 88.7 mph

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0–60 mph 8.10 sec

¼ Mile ET 16.20 sec

Trap Speed 88.7 mph

Engine 2.5L I-4 + Elec

Drivetrain AWD

Transmission CVT

MPG EPA 42 C / 36 H

Production Vehicle

Body Type Crossover

Powertrain Hybrid

Test Source Motor Trend

Overall Rank #20 of 45

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Performance distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster

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Frequently asked

6 questions

The quickest Ford Escape on record is the 2020 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0 EcoBoost, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.7 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.30 seconds at 96.0 mph.

The slowest recorded Ford Escape is the 2002 Ford Escape XLS Sport, which takes 11.0 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 17.90 seconds in the quarter.

Averaged across all 45 verified runs, a Ford Escape reaches 60 mph in 8.36 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 16.36 seconds at roughly 85.6 mph.

We have verified test data for 12 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.

Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Motor Week and Road & Track. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.

0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver

Motor Trend

Motor Week

Road & Track

0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Ford Escape can do, not a single marketing claim.

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