Used 2024 Ford Escape for Sale nearWaterloo, ON

How much does the 2024 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 13.73% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 715 listings available, which suggests healthy inventory for shoppers comparing trims and prices.

Is the 2024 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Ford Escape earns a 5/5 user rating and a 6.2/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Safety at 8/10.

It remains a versatile compact crossover with a comfortable ride and impressive technology, which makes it a sensible fit if you prioritise commuting comfort, kid shuttling, and errand running. The trade-offs are clear: interior materials feel cheap, cargo space is uncompetitive, and value for money is weak.

The market also shows 36.4% of listings 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 Escape is presented as a familiar carryover after a substantial 2023 update, so you are not dealing with a brand-new design. Its available technology and safety equipment help it feel current, and the performance notes point to a powertrain lineup that should be familiar to used buyers.

The 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder and the available hybrid setup both suggest a straightforward ownership experience, while the AWD system’s driveline disconnect feature is aimed at improving fuel economy. If you buy used, the main long-term risk is paying too much for a model whose value proposition is already under pressure.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The trim lineup spans Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, ST-Line Elite, and Plug-in Hybrid. The base-level equipment gap matters because lower trims use an 8-inch display, while upper trims move to a 12.3-inch display and add more upscale tech and comfort features.
• Powertrain: You can find a 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, or a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. The hybrid is also mentioned as a separate model, and the turbo AWD setup is rated at 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving, or 8.0 L/100 km with FWD.
• 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 capability, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centring assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.
• Infotainment: Lower trims use an 8-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, and FordPass Connect services. Upper trims get a 13.2-inch Sync 4 system, and the larger screen adds a one-year connected-navigation subscription.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbocharged AWD setup is rated at 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving, while the FWD version is rated at 8.0 L/100 km. The test vehicle returned 9.8 L/100 km on the route, and the hybrid is described as returning as little as 6.0 L/100 km in combined driving.

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 trim to start with if you want the Escape’s 1.5-litre turbocharged engine and a lower entry point. It keeps the formula simple and should suit you if you want the Escape’s comfort and technology without paying for the pricier 2.0-litre setup.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim if you want the hybrid powertrain, because the cost-effectiveness notes point to the hybrid as the smarter long-term choice. It also gives you the sporty look without pushing you into the more expensive upper trims.
• ST-Line Select: This trim adds the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and AWD, but the expert notes suggest that powertrain is not the best value for most shoppers. Choose it only if you specifically want the stronger acceleration and the extra equipment.
• Platinum: This is the more upscale choice in the gas lineup, but the value case is weak given the Escape’s overall pricing and cabin-material criticisms. It makes sense only if you want the richer feature set and are willing to pay for it.
• ST-Line Elite: This is the loaded version of the sporty trim, with the larger display, available Premium Technology Package, and the most feature-rich presentation. It suits you if you want the Escape’s tech at its fullest, but it is hard to justify on value.
• Plug-in Hybrid: This is the one to consider if you want electric-only driving range and lots of standard equipment. It is the most specialised choice in the lineup, but it is still best for shoppers who can use the plug-in capability regularly.

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard, and higher trims 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: 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 715 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.73% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $28,042 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 $28,042 CAD sits slightly below last year's $32,504 CAD.

That price drop suggests the Escape is in a softer resale position than it was a year ago, which can work in your favour if you are buying used. For a future seller, it means you may need to price competitively to stand out, especially given the model’s mixed value reputation.

The current market still shows meaningful inventory, so buyers have options and can compare condition, trim, and equipment carefully. 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 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 capability, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centring assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.

The safety system is broad, but some features behaved inconsistently in testing, especially the lane-keeping systems and predictive speed assist. That means you should test the driver-assistance features carefully on a used example before you buy.

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:

• 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.73% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2024 keeps the substantial 2023 update and carries forward the newer technology and safety features.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $26,016 CAD, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $28,042 CAD average.
• It offers an upscale look and a tech-forward approach.

The bottom line: If you want the newer market position and are shopping for a deal, the 2024 is the cleaner choice. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2023 is the better value path, especially if you can find one with the equipment you want.

How does the 2024 Ford Escape compare to the 2024 Toyota RAV4?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 Ford Escape:

• Pros: Multiple powertrain options, Comfortable, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Interior materials feel cheap, Uncompetitive cargo space, Poor value for money.

2024 Toyota RAV4:

• Pros: Reputation for reliability, Plenty of utility, Generous ownership perks.
• Cons: Noisy, Dull to drive, Unimpressive safety ratings.

Our experts score the 2024 Ford Escape 6.2/10 and the 2024 Toyota RAV4 7/10. The Escape looks stronger if you care most about comfort and technology, while the RAV4 has the edge on utility and ownership appeal. The Escape’s weaker value and cargo space make it the more compromise-heavy choice, even though it offers multiple powertrain options.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.