2013–2019 3rd generation (C520)
2013–2019 Ford Escape Oil Type and Capacity
The 2013–2019 Ford Escape takes 5W-20 engine oil, 5.7 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.
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Quick answer
The 2013–2019 Ford Escape (2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec iVCT)) takes 5W-20 engine oil, 5.7 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on)). Other engines differ. See the table below.
2013–2019 Ford Escape 2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec iVCT) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (Ford WSS-M2C945-A); synthetic blend factory fill |
| Capacity (with filter) | 5.7 qt / 5.4 L |
| Synthetic required | No (synthetic recommended) |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH3614 / XG3614, Wix 51348 |
| Change interval | Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, up to 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi typical severe service |
| Drain plug torque | 21 ft-lbs |
The 3rd-gen 2.5L holds 5.7 qt, more than the 2012 version of the same engine family. Owner's manual figure: 5.7 qt (5.4 L) with filter.
2013–2019 Ford Escape 1.6L EcoBoost turbo (2013–2016) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (Ford WSS-M2C945-A) |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.3 qt / 4.1 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH3614 / XG3614, Wix 51348 |
| Change interval | Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, up to 10,000 mi / 12 months; many owners run 5,000 mi on this turbo engine |
| Drain plug torque | 21 ft-lbs |
Owner's manual: 4.3 qt (4.1 L) with filter. Check the dipstick. Overfilling a small turbo engine is easy.
2013–2019 Ford Escape 2.0L EcoBoost turbo (240 hp 2013–2016; 245-hp twin-scroll 2017–2019) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil standard | API SN / Ford WSS-M2C946-A |
| Capacity (with filter) | 5.7 qt / 5.4 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH3614 / XG3614, Wix 51348 |
| Change interval | Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, up to 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi severe/turbo-hard use |
| Drain plug torque | 21 ft-lbs |
The 2.0L EcoBoost is the one 3rd-gen engine that specs 5W-30, not 5W-20. Owner's manual: 5.7 qt (5.4 L) with filter.
2013–2019 Ford Escape 1.5L EcoBoost turbo (2017–2019) oil
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (Ford WSS-M2C945-A) |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.3 qt / 4.1 L |
| Synthetic required | See owner's manual |
| OEM filter | Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram PH3614 / XG3614, Wix 51348 |
| Change interval | Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, up to 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi is the safer habit given this engine's coolant-intrusion history |
| Drain plug torque | 21 ft-lbs |
Owner's manual: 4.3 qt (4.1 L) with filter; coolant system holds 12.5 qt. Watch the coolant reservoir at every oil change (see common problems).
Which Ford Escape model years does this cover?
These oil specifications apply to every Ford Escape built from 2013 through 2019 — the 3rd generation (C520), compact crossover suv (global ford c platform). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2013–2019 Ford Escape
- 2013All-new global generation; 1.6L and 2.0L EcoBoost replace the V6 and hybrid. Multiple launch-year recalls. Check VIN for completed campaigns.
- 2016SYNC 3 replaces MyFord Touch (big usability improvement)
- 2017Facelift: new front end and console, electronic parking brake added; 1.5L EcoBoost replaces the 1.6L, twin-scroll 2.0L (245 hp) replaces the original 2.0L, SYNC Connect added. Oil/filter/wiper/tire specs carry over.
- 2019Final year; mechanically identical to 2017–2018
2013–2019 Ford Escape oil: common questions
How many quarts of oil does a 2013–2019 Ford Escape take?
- It depends on the engine. The 2.5L 4-cylinder (Duratec iVCT) takes 5.7 quarts; The 1.6L EcoBoost turbo (2013–2016) takes 4.3 quarts; The 2.0L EcoBoost turbo (240 hp 2013–2016; 245-hp twin-scroll 2017–2019) takes 5.7 quarts; The 1.5L EcoBoost turbo (2017–2019) takes 4.3 quarts, all figures include a new filter.
What kind of oil does a 2013–2019 Ford Escape take?
- 5W-20 meeting API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (Ford WSS-M2C945-A); synthetic blend factory fill. Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.
Can you use a different viscosity in a 2013–2019 Ford Escape?
- The factory specification is 5W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice.
How often does a 2013–2019 Ford Escape need an oil change?
- Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, up to 10,000 mi / 12 months; 5,000 mi typical severe service. Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.
What oil filter does a 2013–2019 Ford Escape take?
- The OEM filter is Motorcraft FL-910S (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram PH3614 / XG3614, Wix 51348. Torque the drain plug to 21 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan.
Sources
- Ford owner's manual, Escape capacities (2.0L EcoBoost: 5.7 qt)
- Ford owner's manual, Escape capacities (2.5L: 5.7 qt / 5.4 L)
- AMSOIL / Ford Escape forum, 1.6L (4.3 qt) and 1.5L (4.3 qt) capacities
- AutoZone, 2013 Escape battery Group 96R, 500+ CCA
- NHTSA, recall 17V-209 (1.6L coolant level sensor, Ford 17S09)
- Green Car Reports, 1.6L EcoBoost Escape recall roundup (12V-551, 13V-478)
- NHTSA / Lieff Cabraser, EcoBoost coolant intrusion + CSP 19B37/21N12
- fueleconomy.gov, 2016 Ford Escape EPA ratings
- 2017 Ford Escape spark plug chart (SP-539/SP-537/SP-530)
- AutoZone, 2014 Escape wipers 28/28/11