1996 Ford Escort

The 1996 Ford Escort is listed in 6 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.8 L 4-cyl and 1.9 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 30 MPG (best: 7.8 L/100 km).

Model year1996
Versions6
ClassCompact Cars, Small Station Wagons
DriveFront-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
Escort1.8 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular20 / 27 / 2210.7404Compact Cars
Escort1.8 L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular22 / 28 / 249.8370Compact Cars
Escort1.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular22 / 29 / 259.4355Compact Cars
Escort1.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular26 / 35 / 307.8296Compact Cars
Escort Wagon1.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular22 / 29 / 259.4355Small Station Wagons
Escort Wagon1.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular26 / 35 / 307.8296Small Station Wagons

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1996 Ford Escort.

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