Compare 2002 Ford Escape specifications by trim levels

Escape is a 5-seat SUV from Ford, which first hit the market back in 2001.

With the price tag ranging from $18,670 to $25,880, the Ford Escape faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Encore, Dodge Journey.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Ford Escape has a maximum towing capacity of 3500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Ford Escape boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 23 to 27 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.10mm x 173.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2002 Ford Escape

  • Fuel Tank: 15 gal

  • Wheelbase: 103.1 in

  • MPG: 23 city/27 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9.8 sec

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3035 lbs

  • Tires: P225/70TR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 33.1 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 173 x 70.1 x 69.1



2002 Ford Escape Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Ford Escape is offered in 14 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Ford Escape safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Ford Escape specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style SUV

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 127 hp @ 5400 –
      201 hp @ 5900

    • Torque 135 lb-ft. –
      196 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.2 - 9.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 15.9 - 18.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 173 in

    • Width 70.1 in

    • Height 69.1 in

    • Wheelbase 103.1 in

    • Curb Weight 3035 lbs

    • GVWR 4120 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.7 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 100

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 15 - 16 gal

    • City 18 - 23 mpg

    • Combined 21 - 25 mpg

    • Highway 23 - 27 mpg

    • Highway range 368 - 405 mi



Specifications

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Exterior length
173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in
Exterior body width
70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in
Exterior height
69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in
Horsepower
127 127 201 201
Torque
135 135 196 196
Fuel economy - city
23 mpg 23 mpg 19 mpg 19 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
27 mpg 27 mpg 24 mpg 24 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.80 seconds 9.80 seconds 8.20 seconds 8.20 seconds
1/4 mile time
18.50 seconds 18.40 seconds 16.80 seconds 16.80 seconds
Bore-and-Stroke
3.34/3.46 " 3.34/3.46 " 3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 "
Curb weight
3035.00 lbs 3035.00 lbs 3206.00 lbs 3206.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4120.00 lbs 4120.00 lbs 4380.00 lbs 4380.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2149.00 lbs. 2149.00 lbs. 2339.00 lbs. 2339.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2138.00 lbs. 2138.00 lbs. 2224.00 lbs. 2224.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in
Front track
61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 "
Rear track
61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 17.70 17.70
Front legroom
41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in
Rear legroom
36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in
Front headroom
40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in
Rear headroom
39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in
Front hip room
53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in
Rear hip room
49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in
Rear shoulder room
55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in
Luggage volume
33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
15.00 gal. 15.00 gal. 16.00 gal. 16.00 gal.
Payload
1080 lbs. 1080 lbs. 1180 lbs. 1180 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Exterior length
173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in
Exterior body width
70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in
Exterior height
69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in
Horsepower
201 201 201 127
Torque
196 196 196 135
Fuel economy - city
19 mpg 19 mpg 19 mpg 22 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
24 mpg 24 mpg 24 mpg 25 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.20 seconds 8.20 seconds 8.00 seconds 9.00 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.80 seconds 16.80 seconds 16.60 seconds 17.70 seconds
Bore-and-Stroke
3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 " 3.34/3.46 "
Curb weight
3206.00 lbs 3206.00 lbs 3206.00 lbs 3152.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4380.00 lbs 4380.00 lbs 4380.00 lbs 4260.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2339.00 lbs. 2339.00 lbs. 2339.00 lbs. 2209.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2224.00 lbs. 2224.00 lbs. 2224.00 lbs. 2238.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in
Front track
61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 "
Rear track
61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 "
Turning radius
18.30 18.30 18.30 17.70
Front legroom
41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in
Rear legroom
36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in
Front headroom
40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in
Rear headroom
39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in
Front hip room
53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in
Rear hip room
49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in
Rear shoulder room
55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in
Luggage volume
33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
16.00 gal. 16.00 gal. 16.00 gal. 15.00 gal.
Payload
1180 lbs. 1180 lbs. 1180 lbs. 1060 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Exterior length
173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in 173.00 in
Exterior body width
70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in 70.10 in
Exterior height
69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in 69.10 in
Horsepower
127 201 201 201
Torque
135 196 196 196
Fuel economy - city
22 mpg 18 mpg 18 mpg 18 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
25 mpg 23 mpg 23 mpg 23 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
8.90 seconds 7.60 seconds 7.60 seconds 7.60 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.50 seconds 16.40 seconds 16.40 seconds 16.40 seconds
Bore-and-Stroke
3.34/3.46 " 3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 "
Curb weight
3152.00 lbs 3364.00 lbs 3364.00 lbs 3364.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4260.00 lbs 4520.00 lbs 4520.00 lbs 4520.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2209.00 lbs. 2399.00 lbs. 2399.00 lbs. 2399.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2238.00 lbs. 2319.00 lbs. 2319.00 lbs. 2319.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in 103.10 in
Front track
61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 " 61.20 "
Rear track
61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 " 61.00 "
Turning radius
17.70 17.70 18.30 18.30
Front legroom
41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in 41.60 in
Rear legroom
36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in 36.40 in
Front headroom
40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in 40.40 in
Rear headroom
39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in 39.20 in
Front hip room
53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in 53.40 in
Rear hip room
49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in 49.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in 56.30 in
Rear shoulder room
55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in 55.90 in
Luggage volume
33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
15.00 gal. 16.00 gal. 16.00 gal. 16.00 gal.
Payload
1060 lbs. 1140 lbs. 1140 lbs. 1140 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Exterior length
173.00 in 173.00 in
Exterior body width
70.10 in 70.10 in
Exterior height
69.10 in 69.10 in
Horsepower
201 201
Torque
196 196
Fuel economy - city
18 mpg 18 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
23 mpg 23 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.80 seconds 7.20 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.60 seconds 15.90 seconds
Bore-and-Stroke
3.50/3.14 " 3.50/3.14 "
Curb weight
3364.00 lbs 3364.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4520.00 lbs 4520.00 lbs
Front gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2399.00 lbs. 2399.00 lbs.
Rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
2319.00 lbs. 2319.00 lbs.
Maximum Trailer Weight
3500.00 lbs. 3500.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
103.10 in 103.10 in
Front track
61.20 " 61.20 "
Rear track
61.00 " 61.00 "
Turning radius
18.30 18.30
Front legroom
41.60 in 41.60 in
Rear legroom
36.40 in 36.40 in
Front headroom
40.40 in 40.40 in
Rear headroom
39.20 in 39.20 in
Front hip room
53.40 in 53.40 in
Rear hip room
49.00 in 49.00 in
Front shoulder room
56.30 in 56.30 in
Rear shoulder room
55.90 in 55.90 in
Luggage volume
33.10 cu.ft. 33.10 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
69.20 cu.ft. 69.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
100 cu.ft. 100 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
16.00 gal. 16.00 gal.
Payload
1140 lbs. 1140 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.40 0.40

Interior Features

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 3
Seatback storage pockets
2

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Air conditioning, front
2825 2825 2825 2825
12V DC power outlet
3 3 3 2
Overhead console
2881 2881 2881
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2
Cargo net
3784 3784 3784

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Air conditioning, front
2825 2825 2825 2825
12V DC power outlet
2 2 3 3
Seatback storage pockets
2 2

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Air conditioning, front
2825 2825
12V DC power outlet
3 3
Seatback storage pockets
2 2

Exterior Features

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P225/70TR15.0 BSW AS P225/70TR15.0 OWL AS P225/70TR15.0 BSW AS P225/70TR15.0 OWL AS
Wheels
15" silver styled steel 15" silver alloy 15" silver styled steel 15" silver alloy
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Antenna
3393 3393 3393 3393
Fog/driving lights
3445 3445 3445
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS P225/70TR15.0 BSW AS
Wheels
16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy 15" silver styled steel
Fender flares
4014 4014 4014

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Antenna
3393 3393 3393 3393
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P225/70TR15.0 OWL AS P225/70TR15.0 BSW AS P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS P235/70TR16.0 OWL AT
Wheels
15" silver alloy 15" silver styled steel 16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Antenna
3393 3393
Door count
4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS P235/70TR16.0 OWL AS
Wheels
16" silver alloy 16" silver alloy

Seats

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Standard seating
5 5 5 5

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Front seat type
2989 2989 2989 2989
Standard seating
5 5 5 5
Lumbar support
3018 3018 3018
Front armrests
3021 3021 3021

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Front seat type
2989 2989 2989 2989
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Front seat type
2989 2989
Standard seating
5 5

Entertainment System

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Speakers
4 4 4 4
MP3 capability
3186

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Radio
3131 3131 3131 3131
Speakers
4 4 4 4
MP3 capability
3186
CD changer compatible
4079

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Radio
3131 3131 3131 3131
MP3 capability
3186
Speakers
4 4 4 4

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Radio
3131 3131
Speakers
4 4
Cassette player
4057

Safety and Security Features

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Airbags, frontal
3214 3214 3214 3214

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Airbags, frontal
3214 3214 3214 3214

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Airbags, frontal
3214 3214

Mechanical Features

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Axle ratio
2.93 2.93 2.93 2.93

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Engine
4778 4778 4778 4750
Axle ratio
2.93 2.93 2.93 2.93

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Engine
4750 4778 4778 4778
Axle ratio
2.93 2.93 2.93 2.93

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Engine
4778 4778
Axle ratio
2.93 2.93

Other Specs

XLS Value 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Sport 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Choice 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs.

XLT Choice 2 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Premium 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr Front-wheel Drive

XLS Value 4dr 4x4

Horsepower rpm
5900 5900 5900 5400
Maximum towing capacity
3500 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs. 1000 lbs.

XLS Sport 4dr 4x4

XLS Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Choice 4dr 4x4

XLT Sport 4dr 4x4

Horsepower rpm
5400 5900 5900 5900
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs. 3500 lbs.

XLT Premium 4dr 4x4

XLT Midnight Appearance 4dr 4x4

Horsepower rpm
5900 5900
Maximum towing capacity
3500 lbs. 3500 lbs.