2001 Ford Escort
1 trim · Coupe
Starting MSRP
$12,340
Key specifications
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Pricing
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MSRP by trim
$12,340
Starting MSRP
Purchase information
Based on ZX2
Total price (ZX2 MSRP)
$12,340
Typical monthly
$244/mo
Avg. APR
7.00%
60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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ZX2
- MSRP
- $12,340
- Fuel economy (city/hwy)
- 23/31
- Horsepower
- 130 hp
- Torque
- 127 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2L I4 gas
- Seating
- 4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Cargo (cu ft)
- 11.8
- Max towing
- 1,000 lbs
| Spec | ZX2 |
|---|---|
| MSRP | $12,340 |
| Fuel economy (city/hwy) | 23/31 |
| Horsepower | 130 hp |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft |
| Engine | 2L I4 gas |
| Seating | 4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Cargo (cu ft) | 11.8 |
| Max towing | 1,000 lbs |
Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.
Full specifications
Engine & drivetrain
- Engine type
- gas
- Fuel type
- regular unleaded
- Cylinders
- I4
- Displacement
- 2 L
- Horsepower
- 130 hp
- Torque
- 127 lb-ft
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Drivetrain
- front wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
- Seating
- 4
- Length
- 175.2 in
- Width
- 67.4 in
- Height
- 52.3 in
- Wheelbase
- 98.4 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- 11.8 cu ft
- Max cargo capacity
- 11.8 cu ft
- Max towing
- 1,000 lbs
- Curb weight
- 2,478 lbs
- Fuel tank
- 12.8 gal
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPG
- 26
- City MPG
- 23
- Highway MPG
- 31
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine & drivetrain | |
| Engine type | gas |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded |
| Cylinders | I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 130 hp |
| Torque | 127 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
| Dimensions | |
| Body type | Coupe |
| Doors | 2 |
| Seating | 4 |
| Length | 175.2 in |
| Width | 67.4 in |
| Height | 52.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Capacity & weight | |
| Cargo capacity | 11.8 cu ft |
| Max cargo capacity | 11.8 cu ft |
| Max towing | 1,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,478 lbs |
| Fuel tank | 12.8 gal |
| Fuel economy & EV | |
| Combined MPG | 26 |
| City MPG | 23 |
| Highway MPG | 31 |
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2001 Ford Escort FAQ
- How much does the 2001 Ford Escort cost?
- The 2001 Ford Escort has a starting MSRP of $12,340. Trim pricing includes ZX2 from $12,340.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2001 Ford Escort?
- The 2001 Ford Escort achieves up to 26 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
- How much cargo space does the 2001 Ford Escort have?
- The 2001 Ford Escort offers up to 11.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
- How much can the 2001 Ford Escort tow?
- The 2001 Ford Escort has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
- How many trims does the 2001 Ford Escort come in?
- The 2001 Ford Escort is available in 1 trim across Coupe body styles with front wheel drive.