New Ford Escape for Sale nearCaledonia, ON

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 $19,307 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $19,172 CAD. That puts the model's recent pricing in a relatively tight band, with only a small gap between the current average and the year-round low.

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 well-liked compact SUV with strong owner approval across its model years. The all-generations owner rating is 4.47/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and fuel efficiency. They also highlight smooth handling, practical everyday usability, and the modern technology available in many trims.

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

The trade-offs tend to centre on interior materials, cargo space, and value, especially in some recent trims where pricing climbs quickly. Even so, the Escape remains a compelling choice if you want a comfortable, tech-forward SUV with broad appeal.

29.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Escape models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Ford Escape for comfort, smooth handling, and practical everyday usability. Expert feedback also points to a well-rounded SUV with strong technology and a polished driving experience.

• 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, the long-term ownership picture looks encouraging overall, especially if you focus on well-kept examples with a solid service history.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The 2024 Escape can return 6.0 L/100 km in combined driving with the hybrid powertrain, or 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving with the turbocharged 2.0-litre engine and AWD, and 8.0 L/100 km with FWD.
• Infotainment: The 2024 Escape’s 13.2-inch Sync 4 infotainment system includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, FordPass Connect services, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Safety package: The 2024 Escape has a standard Ford Co-Pilot360 collection of driving assistance systems.

Which Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2024 Ford Escape offers these trims:

• Active: This trim starts the lineup with the 1.5-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine, paired to the eight-speed automatic and available with FWD or AWD.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim if you want the hybrid powertrain, and it adds a sportier appearance while keeping the Escape’s practical character.
• ST-Line Select: This trim adds AWD in Canada and brings the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with stronger acceleration.
• Platinum: This trim adds the 2.0-litre turbocharged engine and a more upscale equipment mix.
• ST-Line Elite: This trim adds the larger 12.3-inch digital display, the 13.2-inch Sync 4 infotainment system, and available premium tech such as the head-up display and Active Park Assist 2.0.
• Plug-in Hybrid: This trim adds plug-in hybrid capability, lots of standard equipment, and 60 kilometres of electric-only driving range.

What Ford Escape do most buyers choose?

The Ford Escape years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2024.

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 the sweet spot between newer features and lower used-car pricing.

What is the Ford Escape's resale value?

Most model years are down by double digits year over year, which is good news if you are shopping used and want stronger value. The newer years also show meaningful price drops, so recent-model buyers may find more room to negotiate than they would expect.

The 2015, 2023, and 2022 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 −17.29% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −15.59%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 37.7% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $13,315 CAD. The Ford Escape offers a spacious cabin and practical everyday usability that make it easy to live with.

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 with 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque that averages 8.4 L/100 km in combined driving with AWD and 8.0 L/100 km with FWD.
• Tech: The 2024 Escape’s 13.2-inch Sync 4 infotainment system includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, FordPass Connect services, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Safety: The 2024 Escape has a standard Ford Co-Pilot360 collection of driving assistance systems, plus available 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.
• Starting price: The 2024 Escape’s prices range from $33,049 to $46,999, not including the $2,195 charge for destination and other dealer fees.

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 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.