If you want another car with better FE and around the same cargo space I would look into a wagon, the toyota matrix is a really good one.
I personally got a ford focus wagon, look out for a 06-07 as they're rated 37mpg on highway (with a std transmission). They can be found cheaply (paid 5k for a 06 with 60k miles on odo) decently reliable, maintenance&tires will be cheaper than your escape.
You could probably sell your escape for around the same price as a focus and you'll get around the same cargo area.
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