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title: "2013-2019 Ford Escape Oil Type: 5W-20, 5.7 qt"
description: "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."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2013-2019/oil"
updated: "2026-08-20"
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# 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.

**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 tables 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 |

Note: 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 |

Note: 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 |

Note: 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 |

Note: 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.

- [2013 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2013)
- [2014 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2014)
- [2015 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2015)
- [2016 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2016)
- [2017 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2017)
- [2018 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2018)
- [2019 Escape](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2019)

## What changed during the 2013-2019 Ford Escape

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2013 | All-new global generation; 1.6L and 2.0L EcoBoost replace the V6 and hybrid. Multiple launch-year recalls. Check VIN for completed campaigns. |
| 2016 | SYNC 3 replaces MyFord Touch (big usability improvement) |
| 2017 | Facelift: 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. |
| 2019 | Final 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)](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/vdirsnet/OwnerManual/Home/Content?variantid=4668&languageCode=en&countryCode=USA&moidRef=G1635371&Uid=G1821434&ProcUid=G1821437&userMarket=usa&div=f&vFilteringEnabled=False&buildtype=web)
- [Ford owner's manual, Escape capacities (2.5L: 5.7 qt / 5.4 L)](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/vdirsnet/OwnerManual/Home/Content?variantid=6414&languageCode=en&countryCode=USA&Uid=G1987489&ProcUid=G1987491&userMarket=USA&div=f&vFilteringEnabled=False&buildtype=web%2F1000)
- [AMSOIL / Ford Escape forum, 1.6L (4.3 qt) and 1.5L (4.3 qt) capacities](https://www.fordescape.org/threads/2017-2019-1-5l-oil-capacity.113853/)
- [AutoZone, 2013 Escape battery Group 96R, 500+ CCA](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/ford/escape/2013)
- [NHTSA, recall 17V-209 (1.6L coolant level sensor, Ford 17S09)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RCMN-17V209-1124.pdf)
- [Green Car Reports, 1.6L EcoBoost Escape recall roundup (12V-551, 13V-478)](https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1080836_ford-escape-ecoboost-recall-roundup-for-1-6-liter-engine)
- [NHTSA / Lieff Cabraser, EcoBoost coolant intrusion + CSP 19B37/21N12](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10213728-0001.pdf)
- [fueleconomy.gov, 2016 Ford Escape EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2016_Ford_Escape.shtml)
- [2017 Ford Escape spark plug chart (SP-539/SP-537/SP-530)](https://2017fordescape.com/pages/spark-plugs.php)
- [AutoZone, 2014 Escape wipers 28/28/11](https://www.autozone.com/ignition-tune-up-and-routine-maintenance/wiper-blade-windshield/ford/escape/2014)

## Other Ford Escape generations

- [2020-2025 Ford Escape oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2020-2025/oil)
- [2012 Ford Escape oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2012/oil)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/oil).

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- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2013-2019/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2013-2019/common-problems)
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- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/ford/escape/2013-2019/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.