Used Ford Escape for Sale nearNew Waterford, NS

How much does the Ford Escape cost in today's market?

Used Ford Escape prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Escape's current nationwide average price is $19,167 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $19,167 CAD. That puts the model in a relatively accessible range for shoppers comparing different generations and trims.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the Ford Escape is a strong used SUV choice if you want a practical compact crossover with broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.47/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its spacious interiors, comfortable ride, and fuel efficiency. Across the years, you also see recurring praise for smooth handling, useful technology, and a well-rounded character that works well for family duty and daily driving.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in cabin materials, cargo space, and value on some newer trims, while some recent expert reviews also point to a noisy engine under acceleration and a few tech interfaces that take some getting used to.

30.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Escape models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Ford Escape as comfortable, practical, and easy to live with. The recurring praise centres on its smooth driving feel, strong feature content, and everyday usability, which helps explain why it remains a popular used SUV.

• Owners rate the Ford Escape between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable overall, but it is still worth checking service history carefully and paying close attention to condition on older examples.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot360 collection of driving assistance systems, including 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.
• Infotainment: 13.2-inch Sync 4 infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, and FordPass Connect services, including access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Fuel efficiency: a 192-horsepower hybrid powertrain expected to get 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres in combined driving, or a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that averages 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving when equipped with all-wheel drive and 8.0 L/100 km with front-wheel drive.

Which Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2024 Ford Escape offers these trims:

• Active: This is the entry point for the 2024 lineup and suits shoppers who want the Escape’s core comfort and technology in a straightforward package.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim if you want the hybrid powertrain, and it adds a sportier look while keeping the Escape’s everyday usability.
• ST-Line Select: This trim adds all-wheel drive and suits buyers who want more traction and a more upscale equipment mix.
• Platinum: This trim adds a more premium feel and is aimed at shoppers who want a richer feature set.
• ST-Line Elite: This trim adds the larger tech display, premium audio, and available luxury-style touches, making it the most fully equipped gas-powered choice.
• Plug-in Hybrid: This trim adds electric-only driving range and lots of standard equipment, making it a strong fit if you want the Escape’s most efficiency-focused setup.

What Ford Escape do most buyers choose?

The Ford Escape years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, colour, and price. They also often sit in a sweet spot for shoppers who want a newer-feeling SUV without paying the newest-model premium.

What is the Ford Escape's resale value?

Most model years are showing double-digit year-over-year price declines, which is good news if you are shopping used and want more value for your money. The newer model years are also falling meaningfully, so recent Escapes may be easier to justify than they were a year ago. A few older years are declining less sharply, which suggests they have been a bit steadier in the current market.

The 2015, 2014, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Escape safe?

• 2024: 8/10
• 2023: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10

The 2024 Escape has a standard Ford Co-Pilot360 collection of driving assistance systems.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Escape now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −17.35% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −15.83%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 38.9% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $13,337 CAD. The Ford Escape offers a practical cabin and an easygoing character that make it a versatile daily driver.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2024 Escape offers a 192-horsepower hybrid powertrain expected to get 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres in combined driving, or a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that averages 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving with AWD and 8.0 L/100 km with FWD.
• Tech: The 2024 Escape features a 13.2-inch Sync 4 infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and FordPass Connect services with access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Safety: The latest model adds Ford Co-Pilot360 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.
• Starting price: The 2024 Escape lineup starts at $33,049 CAD.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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