2017 Ford Escape Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Ford Explore speaker size chart provides factory specifications for all audio locations in the vehicle. Information includes replacement speaker sizes for front door panel, rear door panel, rear side panel, and a-pillar positions. The chart assists with identifying aftermarket options when upgrading from factory speakers to aftermarket audio system components.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 8 | Woofer |
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2017 Ford Escape Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 1 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 22017 Ford Escape Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2017 Ford Escape contains multiple speaker locations with varying sizes, suggesting a tiered audio system that separates frequency ranges across different positions within the cabin.
- Front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5 inch speakers that can function as either midbass drivers or full-range units, indicating these locations likely handle the majority of the audio spectrum in the stock configuration.
- A-pillar and rear door panel positions include 1 inch tweeters, which typically reproduce higher frequency sounds and may contribute to soundstage width and imaging when properly positioned.
- The rear side panel houses an 8 inch woofer, possibly serving as a dedicated low-frequency driver to supplement bass response without requiring a separate subwoofer enclosure.
- Replacement of the 6.5 inch door speakers could yield noticeable improvements in midrange clarity and overall volume capability, as these drivers cover critical vocal and instrumental frequencies.
- Upgrading the 1 inch tweeters might enhance detail retrieval in cymbals, strings, and upper harmonics, though the impact may be less pronounced than replacing larger drivers.
- The 8 inch rear woofer presents an opportunity to strengthen bass output without consuming cargo space, though its effectiveness depends on mounting location and enclosure type.
- Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and midbass drivers could utilize the existing A-pillar tweeter locations, potentially preserving the factory mounting points while improving sonic performance.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket receiver installation that might include features such as higher power output or signal processing capabilities.
- Coaxial full-range speakers represent a simpler replacement option for the 6.5 inch locations, combining tweeter and woofer elements in a single chassis without requiring additional crossover installation.