Used 2016 Ford Escape for Sale nearSan Diego, CA

Compare 2016 Ford Escape Trims in San Diego, CA

The 2016 Ford Escape offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to well-equipped models, all featuring efficient FWD drivetrains.

• Starting at $5,999
• Best MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 32 hwy
• Most Popular: SE FWD

Trim Overview

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S FWD — "Who It's For"

The S FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a reliable SUV without paying for extra features. It's a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers.

• Avg. market price: $7,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 22 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View S FWD listings

SE FWD — "Who It's For"

The SE FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with modern features without stepping up to the pricier trims. It's the most popular choice in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $5,999 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 22 listings
• View SE FWD listings

Titanium FWD — "Who It's For"

The Titanium FWD is the pick for shoppers who want luxury features and advanced technology without going for a larger SUV. It's ideal for those seeking a fully loaded experience.

• Avg. market price: $10,796 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Titanium FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SE FWD

With 22 active listings, the SE FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup, offering a great balance of features and price.

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Best Budget Option — SE FWD

At $5,999 avg market price — below the lineup median of $7,000 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — SE FWD

The SE FWD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup with 23/32 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2016 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 6.18% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,036 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2016 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the 2016 Ford Escape earns a 4.6/5 user rating and a 7.2/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Performance, Cost effectiveness, and Technology.

Owners consistently praise its zippy performance, stylish design, and plenty of interior space. You also get a balanced mix of everyday usability and driving enjoyment, plus a cabin that feels more current thanks to the Sync 3 update. That makes it a strong fit if you want a compact crossover that emphasizes comfort, capability, and technology rather than one single standout trait.

With 30.2% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have a decent chance of finding a competitive price.

Is the 2016 Ford Escape reliable?

Owners rate it 4.6/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a vehicle that many drivers feel good about living with over time, with praise for its dependable-feeling performance and features that hold up well for the age. The expert evaluation also describes the Escape as a stalwart fixture with a strong blend of ride quality, performance, and utility, which supports the case for everyday dependability. The cost-effectiveness commentary also notes that reliability scoring quite high helps offset some resale concerns.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that early issues and mixed safety history can make condition and maintenance records especially important.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Ford Escape?

At 66.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the cabin and technology features work as expected. Because this model has a mixed safety record, it’s worth being especially careful about how the vehicle has been maintained and repaired.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The S trim includes a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, rear-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, and MyKey parental controls, while the SE adds 17-inch alloys, automatic headlights, fog lights, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and satellite radio. The Titanium adds keyless entry and ignition, an 8-way power front passenger seat, a 10-speaker Sony stereo with HD Radio, a power liftgate with foot sensor, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and ambient interior lighting. The best-value trim is the SE if you want a stronger feature set without moving all the way upmarket.
• Powertrain: The base 2.5-liter engine makes 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque, while the 1.6-liter EcoBoost turbo four makes 178 hp and 184 lb-ft and returns better mileage than the base engine. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost delivers 240 hp and 270 lb-ft and is the strongest choice if you want the quickest Escape.
• Safety package: Standard safety equipment includes a rear-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, and the MyKey parental control system, while the Technology Package adds HID headlamps, blind-spot detection, auto wipers, and active park assist. The package is not standard on every trim.
• Infotainment: Sync 3 uses a 7-inch touchscreen, and the system was later slated to gain Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Technology Package also adds navigation-related capability through the upgraded interface.
• Fuel efficiency: The 1.6-liter turbo returns 23/32 mpg with FWD and 22/29 with AWD, while the 2.0-liter EcoBoost returns 22/30 mpg with FWD and 21/28 with AWD. The base 2.5-liter engine is rated at 22 mpg city and 31 highway.

Which 2016 Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2016 Ford Escape is offered in 3 trim levels: S, SE, Titanium.

Here's the short version:

• S: This is the entry point, and it already includes useful standard equipment like a rear-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, and MyKey. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Escape, but it is the least appealing choice if you care about comfort and convenience features.
• SE: This is the best-value trim because it adds 17-inch alloys, automatic headlights, fog lights, an 8-way power driver’s seat, and satellite radio while also moving to the 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine. It gives you the strongest balance of features and value.
• Titanium: This is the most upscale version, with keyless entry and ignition, a power liftgate with foot sensor, a 10-speaker Sony stereo with HD Radio, and more comfort features. Choose it if you want the most premium Escape experience and are willing to pay more for it.

The Technology Package adds HID headlamps, blind-spot detection, auto wipers, and active park assist.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Ford Escape?

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

• Deal availability: 30.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,036 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.18% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 66.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $8,841, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Ford Escape's resale value?

The current average of $8,883 sits slightly below last year's $9,468.

That price movement suggests the Escape has been under some resale pressure, which can be good news if you’re buying but less favorable if you’re planning to sell soon. A softer market often means future sellers may need to price more aggressively to stand out. Still, the model’s broad appeal and strong owner satisfaction can help support demand over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.6/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 Ford Escape safe?

The Escape earns an overall four-star rating from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in frontal crash and five-star ratings in side crash tests. It also received a Good rating in moderate-overlap frontal-offset, side-impact, and roof-strength IIHS tests, but a Poor rating in the small-overlap frontal-offset test.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a full suite of airbags, a rear-view camera, blind-spot monitoring, and MyKey parental controls. The Technology Package adds HID headlamps, blind-spot detection, auto wipers, and active park assist. The small-overlap frontal-offset result is the main caution point, so you should pay close attention to crash history and repair quality on any used example.

Should I buy a 2016 Ford Escape or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 30.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 66.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 6.18% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.6/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds Sync 3, which modernizes the cabin and improves the technology experience.

Consider the 2015 if:

• At $8,028, the 2015 costs less than the current year's $8,883 average.
• It offers a polished driving experience with a stylish, refined feel.

Consider the 2017 if:

• At $10,087, the 2017 costs more than the current year's $8,883 average.
• It brings a refresh with more functional cabin updates and stronger tech.

The bottom line: The 2016 is the right pick if you want the updated Sync 3 cabin and a strong mix of value, performance, and features. If your priority is the lowest purchase price, the 2015 is the better budget play; if you want more modern updates and can spend more, the 2017 is the upgrade path.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.