Used Ford Escape for Sale nearChicago, IL

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 $17,081, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,487. 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 pick if you want a compact SUV with broad appeal and a well-rounded ownership experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.47/5 across every model year in the data.

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

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on interior materials, cargo space, and value, especially in recent years with expert coverage. Some recent models also bring a softer driving character than their sporty trim names suggest.

31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Escape models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Escape’s comfort, usable space, and easy daily driving character. Across the model years in the data, owner ratings stay strong, and the newer expert reviews reinforce the Escape’s appeal as a practical compact SUV with broad powertrain and tech coverage.

• 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 is best managed by checking history carefully, especially on older examples where accident-free rates are lower.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 80% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: 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.
• Infotainment: Sync 4 infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, and FordPass Connect services, including access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Fuel efficiency: 192-horsepower hybrid powertrain expected to get 39 mpg in combined driving; turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder averages 26 mpg in combined driving; 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine rated for 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque.

Which Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2024 Ford Escape offers these trims:

• Active: The entry point in the 2024 lineup, with the Escape’s updated styling and core comfort-and-tech appeal.
• ST-Line: The best-value trim, since it unlocks the hybrid powertrain and keeps the Escape’s modern tech and sporty appearance in reach.
• ST-Line Select: Adds the stronger 2.0-liter turbocharged setup and a more upscale equipment mix.
• ST-Line Elite: Builds on ST-Line Select with the most premium-feeling presentation in the lineup, including the larger tech display and available upscale equipment.
• Platinum: Adds a more premium trim position in the lineup for shoppers who want a richer feature set.
• Plug-in Hybrid: The electrified choice for buyers who want the Escape’s plug-in capability and more than 35 miles of electric-only driving range.

What Ford Escape do most buyers choose?

The Ford Escape years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

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 color, trim, and price. They also tend to sit near the sweet spot between newer features and broader used-market availability.

What is the Ford Escape's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, and several recent ones show especially sharp drops. That pattern is favorable if you’re shopping used, because it means you can often find newer Escapes at meaningfully lower prices than a year ago. The smallest changes are concentrated in the newest model years, which suggests those versions have softened less than the older ones in the table.

The 2024, 2023, and 2015 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
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2017: 8/10
• 2016: 6/10
• 2015: 8/10

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard on the 2024 Escape, bringing a broad suite of driver-assistance features.

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 −16.43% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −4.83%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.5% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $22,874. The Ford Escape offers a comfortable ride and practical everyday usability that make it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest 2024 Escape offers a 192-horsepower hybrid powertrain expected to get 39 mpg in combined driving, or a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 250 horsepower, 280 pound-feet of torque, and 26 mpg in combined driving.
• Tech: The latest 2024 Escape brings wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, FordPass Connect services with access to a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a larger 13.2-inch touchscreen version that adds Amazon Alexa and a complimentary three-year subscription to connected navigation.
• Safety: The latest 2024 Escape 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, automatic high-beam headlights, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centering assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: The 2024 Escape lineup ranges from $29,345 to $40,500, not including the $1,495 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 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 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Ford Escape Trims in Chicago, IL

The 2026 Ford Escape offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $27,726
• Best MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Most Popular: ST-Line AWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

Active FWD — "Who It's For"

The Active FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 101 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Active FWD listings

ST-Line FWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with modern tech features without stepping up to AWD.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 81 listings
• View ST-Line FWD listings

Active AWD — "Who It's For"

The Active AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a significant price increase, making it a practical choice.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 208 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Active AWD listings

ST-Line AWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of style and functionality, making it the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 280 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View ST-Line AWD listings

ST-Line Select AWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line Select AWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features and a powerful engine without going to the top trim.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 75 listings
• View ST-Line Select AWD listings

Platinum AWD — "Who It's For"

The Platinum AWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features and advanced technology in their SUV.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 107 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Platinum AWD listings

ST-Line Elite AWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line Elite AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a trail-ready vehicle with top-tier features and technology.

• Avg. market price: $27,726 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 17 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View ST-Line Elite AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — ST-Line AWD

With 280 active listings, the ST-Line AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Active FWD

At $27,726 avg market price — below the lineup median of $27,726 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Active FWD

The Active FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 27 city / 34 hwy MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.