Used 2024 Ford Escape for Sale nearBathurst, NB

How much does the 2024 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 15.83% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 653 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Ford Escape earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.17/10 expert rating.

The standout strength is Safety at 8/10.

It stands out as one of the original compact crossovers, and it still offers multiple powertrain options, a comfortable ride, and impressive technology. At the same time, it feels like a model nearing the end of its run, with no major changes after the 2023 makeover.

The main trade-offs are that its interior materials feel cheap and its cargo space is uncompetitive. It also comes across as poor value for money, so it suits you best if you prioritise comfort, technology, and a familiar compact-crossover layout over cabin polish and packaging efficiency.

38.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2024 Ford Escape reliable?

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

The 2024 Ford Escape is presented as a familiar, carryover model after a substantial 2023 makeover, which can be reassuring if you want a well-established package rather than a first-year redesign. Its expert assessment also points to a broad mechanical range and a comfortable, easygoing character.

The performance notes describe the Escape as a practical commuter and errand-runner, with the turbocharged version delivering quick acceleration and the hybrid aimed at better efficiency. The cost-effectiveness notes also highlight the hybrid’s lower fuel use as a reason to consider it if running costs matter to you.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that the cabin quality and value proposition may age less gracefully than the mechanical basics.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Ford Escape?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup ranges from Active to ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and Plug-in Hybrid, and the base trim appears to have been dropped. The lower trims use an 8-inch display, while upper trims get a 12.3-inch display, so you should check whether the equipment level matches your expectations.
• Powertrain: You can find a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, a 192-horsepower hybrid rated at 6.0 L/100 km in combined driving, or a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. The 2.0-litre AWD version is rated at 8.4 L/100 km combined, while the FWD version is rated at 8.0 L/100 km combined.
• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard, with 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-beam headlights. Higher trims can add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centring assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.
• Infotainment: Lower trims get an 8-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, and FordPass Connect services including a Wi-Fi hotspot. Upper trims use a 13.2-inch Sync 4 system, and the larger screen adds a complimentary one-year subscription to connected navigation.
• Fuel efficiency: The hybrid is rated at 6.0 L/100 km in combined driving, while the turbocharged 2.0-litre AWD setup is rated at 8.4 L/100 km combined and the FWD version at 8.0 L/100 km combined.

Which 2024 Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2024 Ford Escape is offered in 6 trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and Plug-in Hybrid.

Here's the short version:

• Active: This is the entry point if you want the Escape’s core comfort and technology without moving up the price ladder. It uses the 1.5-litre turbocharged engine and is the most straightforward choice if you want the least expensive path into the lineup.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim if you want the hybrid powertrain, because it unlocks the efficiency-focused setup while keeping the Escape’s modern tech and safety equipment. It is the trim to target if lower running costs matter most.
• ST-Line Select: This trim adds the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and AWD, but the expert assessment suggests the extra power is not the best value for most shoppers. It makes sense if you specifically want the stronger engine and standard AWD.
• Platinum: This trim leans into a more upscale presentation, but the overall value remains weak relative to the segment. It suits you only if you want the richer equipment mix and are comfortable paying for it.
• ST-Line Elite: This is the loaded sporty trim, with the larger digital display, the 13.2-inch Sync 4 system, and available premium tech features. It is the most feature-rich gas model, but it also sits at the expensive end of the range.
• Plug-in Hybrid: This is the efficiency-focused choice if you want electric-only driving capability and lots of standard equipment. It is the trim to consider if you want the most specialised powertrain in the lineup.

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard, and higher trims can add more advanced driver-assistance features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Ford Escape?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 38.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 653 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 15.83% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $28,368 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Ford Escape's resale value?

The current average of $28,495 CAD sits slightly below last year's $33,853 CAD.

That softer pricing suggests the Escape is currently in a buyer-friendly phase, which can make it harder for a future seller to command a premium. If you buy at the right price now, you may have less depreciation pressure than someone who paid closer to the prior-year average. The model’s broad availability also means resale will likely depend heavily on trim, condition, and equipment.

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 2024 Ford Escape safe?

The 2024 Ford Escape earns five-star ratings across the board, aside from a four-star rollover resistance rating from NHTSA.

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

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard, and it 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-beam headlights. Higher trims can add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centring assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.

The expert notes also point to some behaviour you should test on a drive: the lane-keeping systems can act inconsistently, and predictive speed assist may slow the SUV too much for curves. On the highway, though, the system is described as smoother and more effective.

Should I buy a 2024 Ford Escape or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 38.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 15.83% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It carries over the 2023 makeover, with multiple powertrain options and impressive technology.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $26,589 CAD, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $28,495 CAD average.
• It offers an upscale design and tech-forward approach.

The bottom line: If you want the newer market position and are shopping for a deal, the 2024 is the better target. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2023 is the more budget-friendly path and still gives you the Escape’s core strengths.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.