Does the 2022 Ford Escape AWD need premium gas?
Every trim takes regular — no premium needed.
| Trim (engine / transmission) | Fuel | MPG | Fuel/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, AWD | REGULAR | 28 | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, AWD | REGULAR | 26 | $2,400 |
The EPA records the fuel each version was tested on. Whether premium is strictly required or just recommended is an owner's-manual detail the EPA dataset doesn't include — so we don't guess it.
2 trim(s) · EPA FuelEconomy.gov · retrieved 2026-06-14.