2022 Ford Escape Oil Type & Capacity
The 2022 Ford Escape oil type depends on the engine: the 1.5L takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4WD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts qt with filter); the S, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts qt with filter); the SE Hybrid, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SE Hybrid, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SE Plug-In Hybrid takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4WD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts qt with filter); the SE, FWD takes 5W-20 (5.3 quarts qt with filter); the SEL Hybrid, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SEL Hybrid, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the SEL Plug-In Hybrid takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium Hybrid, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium Hybrid, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter); the Titanium Plug-In Hybrid takes 0W-20 (5.7 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 1.5L: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- 1.5L: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- S, 4WD: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- S, FWD: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- SE Hybrid, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SE Hybrid, FWD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SE Plug-In Hybrid: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SE, 4WD: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- SE, FWD: 5W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- SEL Hybrid, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SEL Hybrid, FWD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- SEL Plug-In Hybrid: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Titanium: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Titanium Hybrid, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Titanium Hybrid, FWD: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
- Titanium Plug-In Hybrid: 0W-20, 5.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L — SEL, 1.5L Eng VIN 6, 4WD, 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| 1.5L — SEL, 1.5L Eng VIN 6, FWD, 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| 2.0L — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| S, 4WD — 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| S, FWD — 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| SE Hybrid, 4WD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| SE Hybrid, FWD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| SE Plug-In Hybrid — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| SE, 4WD — 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| SE, FWD — 1.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.30 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil. |
| SEL Hybrid, 4WD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Hybrid, FWD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| SEL Plug-In Hybrid — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| Titanium — 2.0L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.50 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil. |
| Titanium Hybrid, 4WD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| Titanium Hybrid, FWD — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
| Titanium Plug-In Hybrid — 2.5L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil | 5.70 QTS. | — | Approximate capacity. |
Complete Oil Change Bundle for 2022 Ford Escape
Everything you need delivered in one order. Pre-matched to your factory spec (5W-20, 5.3 quarts).
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Prices shown are real-time retail estimates.
Buy the right oil & filter for your Escape
🛒 Buy 5W-20 Full Synthetic Oil (5.3 quarts needed) on Amazon🛒 Buy 5W-30 Full Synthetic Oil (5.3 quarts needed) on Amazon🛒 Buy 0W-20 Full Synthetic Oil (5.3 quarts needed) on Amazon💡 Capacity Note: Your 2022 Ford Escape holds 5.3 quarts with filter. Since standard jugs are 5 quarts, be sure to pick up extra 1-quart bottles or a 2-pack to reach the full mark on the dipstick.
Popular Full Synthetic Brands (5W-20):
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases made through these links.
More factory specs & repair guides for your Escape
🛞 2022 Ford Escape Tire Size & Pressure →🌧️ 2022 Ford Escape Wiper Blade Sizes →💡 2022 Ford Escape Light Bulb Sizes →📖 2022 Ford Escape Factory Service Manual →All fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner network AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.76 quarts (7.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2022 Ford Escape take?
It depends on the engine: 1.5L uses 5W-20; 2.0L uses 5W-30; S, 4WD uses 5W-20; S, FWD uses 5W-20; SE Hybrid, 4WD uses 0W-20; SE Hybrid, FWD uses 0W-20; SE Plug-In Hybrid uses 0W-20; SE, 4WD uses 5W-20; SE, FWD uses 5W-20; SEL Hybrid, 4WD uses 0W-20; SEL Hybrid, FWD uses 0W-20; SEL Plug-In Hybrid uses 0W-20; Titanium uses 5W-30; Titanium Hybrid, 4WD uses 0W-20; Titanium Hybrid, FWD uses 0W-20; Titanium Plug-In Hybrid uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2022 Ford Escape?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 1.5L holds 5.3 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.5 quarts with filter; S, 4WD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; S, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; SE Hybrid, 4WD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SE Hybrid, FWD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SE Plug-In Hybrid holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SE, 4WD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; SE, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; SEL Hybrid, 4WD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SEL Hybrid, FWD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; SEL Plug-In Hybrid holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Titanium Hybrid, 4WD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium Hybrid, FWD holds 5.7 quarts with filter; Titanium Plug-In Hybrid holds 5.7 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2022 Ford Escape?
Most 2022 Ford Escape owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Ford recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2022 Ford Escape?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2022 Ford Escape. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.