Used 2023 Ford Escape for Sale nearKitchener, ON

How much does the 2023 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 11.04% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 606 listings available, which suggests you have a decent amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Ford Escape earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Performance, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its performance, interior comfort, and modern features, along with its spaciousness, smooth handling, and commendable fuel efficiency. The Escape also fits shoppers who want a stylish, practical crossover with a tech-forward feel and available stronger acceleration.

The trade-offs are clear: it may feel a bit cramped, and the cabin materials and wind noise are weaker points. Even so, it remains a strong fit if you want a comfortable, well-equipped compact crossover with an upscale design and available performance upgrade. With 33.5% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is still some market opportunity if you shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Ford Escape reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners also describe it as dependable in everyday use, with praise for its trouble-free feel, comfort, and practical nature. The expert evaluation reinforces that impression by noting the Escape’s comfortable ride, predictable brakes, and well-weighted steering, all of which support easy day-to-day ownership.

Ford also includes a helpful maintenance perk in the ownership experience when applicable to the model’s new-car programme. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that higher-mileage examples may show the same cabin wear and material quality concerns noted by reviewers.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Ford Escape?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The trim ladder runs from Active to ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite. The base trim starts with the essentials, while higher trims add more upscale design touches and larger-screen tech. If you want the best value, the ST-Line Select is the key step up because it unlocks the stronger engine.
• Powertrain: You can get a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, or a 2.0-litre turbo four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. The stronger engine is available only on ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite, and it is paired exclusively with AWD.
• Safety package: Every Escape comes with Co-Pilot360, which includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams. Co-Pilot360 2.0 adds adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, lane-centring technology, and a surround-view camera.
• Infotainment: Lower trims use an 8-inch touchscreen, while all trims can be equipped with a 13.2-inch screen, which is standard on Platinum and ST-Line Elite. Sync 4 is included, and wireless smartphone integration is supported through the system’s broader feature set.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.0-litre ST-Line Elite is rated at 10.2 L/100 km in the city, 7.6 on the highway, and 9.1 combined. The 1.5-litre FWD version returns 8.9 L/100 km city, 6.9 highway, and 8.0 combined.

Which 2023 Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2023 Ford Escape is offered in 5 trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite.

Here's the short version:

• Active: This is the entry point if you want the Escape’s core design, standard Co-Pilot360 safety suite, and the lower starting price. It makes sense if you want the basics without paying for the larger screen or stronger engine.
• ST-Line: This trim adds a sportier look while staying relatively accessible. It is a sensible middle ground if you want more style than the Active without jumping to the pricier powertrain upgrades.
• ST-Line Select: This is the best-value choice if you want the 2.0-litre engine. It brings the stronger powertrain and the extra passing speed many shoppers will notice most.
• Platinum: Choose this if you want a more upscale feel and the larger 13.2-inch screen. It suits you if comfort and tech matter more than keeping the price down.
• ST-Line Elite: This is the most fully equipped version, with the 13.2-inch screen standard and the strongest engine. It is the right pick if you want the most premium Escape experience, though it also sits at the top of the price range.

Co-Pilot360 2.0 is the safety upgrade to look for if you want adaptive cruise control, lane-centring, and the surround-view camera.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Ford Escape?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so it pays to compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 606 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.04% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $26,491 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Ford Escape's resale value?

The current average of $26,591 CAD sits slightly below last year's $29,891 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the Escape is currently in a buyer-friendly phase, which can make it harder for future sellers to command top dollar. If you buy at the right price now, you may have less downside risk than someone who paid closer to last year’s average. Strong demand for well-equipped, well-kept examples should still help support values over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Ford Escape safe?

The 2023 Ford Escape earns five-star ratings in frontal- and side-crash tests, and four-star ratings in the rollover test from NHTSA. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety did not award it a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ designation, noting a Marginal result in its updated side-impact test.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Ford’s standard Co-Pilot360 suite includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams. Co-Pilot360 2.0 adds adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, lane-centring technology, and a surround-view camera.

The main safety caveat is the IIHS side-impact result, which keeps the Escape from the organisation’s top awards.

Should I buy a 2023 Ford Escape or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.04% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It combines strong tech with an available powerful engine upgrade.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $28,731 CAD, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $26,591 CAD average.
• It brings no major changes after the 2023 refresh.

The bottom line: The 2023 is the better buy if you want the strongest mix of price relief, owner satisfaction, and available features. If you are price-sensitive, the 2023 is the smarter path; if you want a newer model year with the same basic formula, the 2024 is still a familiar alternative.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.