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2022 Ford Escape: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Ford Escape has no major changes. It carries over the same basic design and powertrain lineup, with only minor shuffling of packages, feature availability, and appearance choices.
About the 2022 Ford Escape
4th generation Escape, introduced for 2020; 2022 is the third model year of that generation and the last full year before the 2023 refresh.
Ford positions the Escape as an easy-to-live-with compact SUV for daily driving, family errands, and commuting, with more powertrain choice than most rivals. Its identity centers on a roomy cabin, a sliding rear seat, carlike road manners, and the ability to choose gas, hybrid, or plug-in-hybrid power without moving to a different model. In Ford’s own material, it leans more toward comfort, technology, and efficiency than rugged off-road use.
The Escape remains a comfort-focused compact SUV with gas, hybrid, and plug-in-hybrid versions. The SE adds an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the SEL brings heated synthetic leather seats and a power liftgate, and the Titanium adds adaptive cruise control, navigation, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display.
2022 Ford Escape specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter | 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 3-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 1.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, eCVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD / AWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Plug-In Hybrid / Hybrid | Gas / Plug-In Hybrid / Hybrid | Gas / Plug-In Hybrid / Hybrid |
| MPG City | 28 mpg | 28–44 mpg | 22–44 mpg | 22–44 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 34 mpg | 34–37 mpg | 31–37 mpg | 31–37 mpg |
| Horsepower | 181 hp | 181–221 hp | 181–250 hp | 200–250 hp |
| Torque | 190 lb-ft | 155–190 lb-ft | 155–280 lb-ft | 155–280 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 1500–2000 lb | 1500–3500 lb | 1500–3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 65.4 cu-ft | 60.8–65.4 cu-ft | 60.8–65.4 cu-ft | 60.8–65.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 40.7 in | 38.9–40.7 in | 38.9–40.7 in | 38.9–40.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 37 (Plug-In Hybrid) | 37 (Plug-In Hybrid) | 37 (Plug-In Hybrid) | |
| MPGe Combined | 105 (Plug-In Hybrid) | 105 (Plug-In Hybrid) | 105 (Plug-In Hybrid) | |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 Ford Escape compared with the 2021 model?
Very little changed for 2022. The Escape kept the same basic design, engine choices, safety hardware, and cabin technology, while Ford made only minor adjustments to packages, feature availability, and appearance choices.
Was the 2022 Ford Escape redesigned?
No, the 2022 Escape was not redesigned. It is the third model year of the fourth-generation Escape introduced for 2020 and retains the pre-refresh exterior and interior design.
Did the Ford Escape's powertrain lineup change for 2022?
No, the powertrain lineup did not receive a major change for 2022. The Escape continued with gas, regular hybrid, and plug-in-hybrid versions.
Did the 2022 Ford Escape get a new touchscreen or safety suite?
No, there was no lineup-wide touchscreen or safety-suite upgrade for 2022. The Escape retained its existing touchscreen system and Ford's driver-assistance suite, with equipment varying by trim.
Is the 2022 Ford Escape substantially different from the 2021 model?
No, the 2022 Escape is not substantially different from the 2021 model. For a used-vehicle shopper, trim, powertrain, condition, and equipment matter more than the model-year change between these two years.
2022 Ford Escape Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Ford Escape.
4.2
2022 Ford Escape
(686 reviews)
“The Escape provides a smooth and easy drive. We love the metallic ice blue color we bought, it actually looks like three different colors depending on the light. I have enjoyed the Apple Car Play feature.”
“The trim level is titanium which is the highest however it is really not comparable to high trim levels on similar vehicles. I am not happy with the vehicle and would not repeat this purchase.”