Used 2021 Ford Escape for Sale near Chicago, IL
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CarGurus Analysis:
2021 Ford Escape
With 209 currently listed for sale near Chicago, IL and an average price of $16,421.00, 37.3% of 2021 Ford Escapes for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2021 Ford Escape 4.5 / 5 stars.
113.4% of 2021 Escape models on CarGurus are accident free.
The 2021 Ford Escape was redesigned for 2020 and comes with multiple powertrain options, including fuel-efficient hybrid variants and appealing tech features.
CarGurus Analysis: 2021 Ford Escape
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Summary
With 209 currently listed for sale near Chicago, IL and an average price of $16,421.00, 37.3% of 2021 Ford Escapes for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2021 Ford Escape 4.5 / 5 stars.
113.4% of 2021 Escape models on CarGurus are accident free.
The 2021 Ford Escape was redesigned for 2020 and comes with multiple powertrain options, including fuel-efficient hybrid variants and appealing tech features.
Why it stands out
The 2021 Ford Escape stands out in the compact crossover segment due to its blend of versatility and efficiency. With multiple powertrain options, including a hybrid variant that boasts an impressive fuel economy of 41 mpg combined, the Escape caters to a wide range of drivers. Its interior offers generous space with a sliding rear seat for added convenience, and standard tech features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto enhance connectivity. However, it faces criticism for its uninspired styling and some low-quality interior materials. Although the Escape doesn’t set the bar significantly higher than competitors like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, it often provides a solid choice for those prioritizing passenger space and a variety of engine choices.
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- Average price: $23,244.00
- Good/great deal percentage: 33.8%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 311
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- Good/great deal percentage: 32.0%
- User rating: 4.36 / 5
- Total listings: 322
- Average price: $14,826.00
- Good/great deal percentage: 28.4%
- User rating: 4.13 / 5
- Total listings: 306
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from March 31, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
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Levi B
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Escape on Dec 15, 2024
This car is best with the higher trim and solid 2.0 Turbo awd drive train. One of the best values in the segment. Also plenty of room for performance increase if thats your thing.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Escape on Jun 5, 2024
Bought this vehicle certified Gold certified for my daughter. Great value vs. competitors, great standard safety features and great mpg. You wont win any drag races, but the engine is absolutely fine. The car is sharp looking and practical. And Ford dealers are everywhere.
ZEKE Z
Reviewed a 2021 Ford Escape on Mar 19, 2023
The features were good. The reliability rating is terrible. The fact that it had 2 owners with 7000 miles on it was a turn off.
Morgan D
Reviewed a 2021 Ford SEL AWD on Nov 17, 2024
Great car! Terrific safety features. Overall a great option
2021 Ford Escape Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| SE FWD | $27,035 |
| S FWD | $25,555 |
| SE AWD | $28,535 |
| Titanium AWD | $36,455 |
| S AWD | $27,055 |
| SEL AWD | $31,005 |
| SEL FWD | $29,505 |
2021 Ford Escape Price Trends
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