Used 2023 Ford Escape for Sale nearKnoxville, TN

Compare 2023 Ford Escape Trims in Knoxville, TN

The 2023 Ford Escape offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to sporty AWD models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $21,741
• Best MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Most Popular: ST-Line AWD

Trim Overview

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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: $21,741 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 100 listings
• View Active FWD listings

ST-Line FWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish trim with a good selection of features without going for the AWD option.

• Avg. market price: $24,752 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 109 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View ST-Line FWD listings

Active AWD — "Who It's For"

The Active AWD is the pick for shoppers who want sporty performance and all-wheel drive without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $25,076 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 91 listings
• View Active AWD listings

ST-Line AWD — "Who It's For"

The ST-Line AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty look and feel with the added benefit of all-wheel drive. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $25,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 123 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 AWD features at a more accessible price point without sacrificing style.

• Avg. market price: $22,776 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 47 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 performance in an all-wheel drive package.

• Avg. market price: $24,752 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 59 listings
• 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 fully loaded, trail-ready vehicle with advanced technology features.

• Avg. market price: $27,645 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 11 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View ST-Line Elite AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — ST-Line AWD

With 123 active listings, the ST-Line AWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse ST-Line AWD listings

Best Budget Option — Active FWD

At $21,741 avg market price — below the lineup median of $24,752 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse Active FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Active FWD

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

Browse Active FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2023 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 5.22% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 8,220 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2023 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Ford Escape earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Performance, Technology, and Safety.

Owners consistently praise its performance, interior comfort, modern features, spaciousness, smooth handling, and commendable fuel efficiency. It also comes across as stylish and practical, which fits the Escape’s upscale, tech-forward compact-crossover positioning.

The trade-offs are that it may feel a bit cramped, its interior materials can feel cheap, and wind noise is a downside. That means you’re getting a feature-rich SUV that suits shoppers who want a polished daily driver more than a rugged utility vehicle.

The market still shows 35.5% good or great deals, so there are worthwhile listings if you shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Ford Escape reliable?

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

The owner feedback points to a dependable-feeling SUV with strong comfort, smooth handling, and a reputation for being practical and easy to live with over time. The expert evaluation also emphasizes predictable brakes, well-weighted steering, and a soft suspension that handles rough roads well.

Ford also includes its Co-Pilot360 safety suite as standard, which adds another layer of everyday confidence. For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about outright durability and more about finding one that has been maintained well and hasn’t been worn down by heavy use.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Ford Escape?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper history review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on cabin wear, road noise, and how the interior materials have held up. Since the Escape’s value depends heavily on equipment level, make sure the features you want are actually present on the specific vehicle you’re considering.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The trim ladder runs from Active to ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite. Lower trims use the smaller 8-inch touchscreen, while the larger 13.2-inch display is standard on Platinum and ST-Line Elite. The base setup is more modest, so higher trims are the better fit if you want the more upscale cabin presentation.
• Powertrain: The Escape offers a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, plus a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. The stronger engine is reserved for ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite, and it’s paired with AWD only.
• Safety package: Every Escape comes with Co-Pilot360, which includes 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 beams. Co-Pilot360 2.0 adds adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, lane-centering technology, and a surround-view camera.
• Infotainment: Sync 4 is standard, with an 8-inch touchscreen on lower trims and an available 13.2-inch screen that is standard on Platinum and ST-Line Elite. The system supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the larger display gives the cabin a more modern feel.
• Fuel efficiency: The ST-Line Elite returns 23 mpg city, 31 highway, and 26 combined. A 1.5-liter FWD Escape returns 27 mpg city, 34 highway, and 30 combined. The hybrid and plug-in hybrid are more efficient, but those are separate models.

Which 2023 Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2023 Ford Escape is offered in 5 trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, Platinum, and ST-Line Elite.

Here's the short version:

• Active: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the Escape’s core safety and tech without stretching the budget. It’s the trim to consider if you mainly want the standard Co-Pilot360 suite and the basic Sync 4 setup.
• ST-Line: This is the value-oriented step up if you want a sportier look without jumping into the pricier powertrain or top-end equipment. It keeps the Escape’s strong tech story intact while staying closer to the lower end of the range.
• ST-Line Select: This is the best-value trim if you want the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, since it unlocks the stronger powertrain and AWD-only setup. It’s the right choice if passing power matters more to you than keeping the purchase price down.
• Platinum: This trim is the better pick if you want a more upscale feel and the larger 13.2-inch screen as standard. It suits shoppers who care about cabin presentation and want a more premium daily driver.
• ST-Line Elite: This is the top trim, and it layers on the most equipment, including the 13.2-inch display and the strongest available engine. Choose it if you want the most fully equipped Escape and are comfortable paying for it.

Co-Pilot360 is standard across the lineup, while Co-Pilot360 2.0 is the upgrade to look for if you want the more advanced driver-assist features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Ford Escape?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop, but the best listings still deserve quick attention.

• Deal availability: 35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 8,220 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.22% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 88.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $22,743, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Ford Escape's resale value?

The current average of $22,743 sits slightly below last year's $23,996.

That decline suggests the Escape is in a softer pricing environment, which can help you buy at a better entry point today. For a future seller, it also means resale value may be more sensitive to condition, mileage, and equipment level than to model-year age alone.

Because the market has already moved down, a well-kept Escape with desirable features should be easier to position than a rougher example. Higher trims and cleaner history records are likely to matter more when you eventually resell.

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

Is the 2023 Ford Escape safe?

The 2023 Ford Escape earns a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, with five stars in frontal- and side-crash tests and four stars in the rollover test. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety did not award it a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ designation, noting a Marginal result in the updated side-impact test.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Ford’s standard Co-Pilot360 suite includes 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 beams. Co-Pilot360 2.0 adds adaptive cruise control, road sign recognition, lane-centering technology, and a surround-view camera.

The main caveat is the IIHS side-impact result, so safety-minded shoppers should pay close attention to trim, equipment, and how the vehicle has been used.

Should I buy a 2023 Ford Escape or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 35.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 88.3% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.22% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 brings a refreshed look, strong tech, and an available 2.0-liter turbo engine.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $22,744, the 2024 costs more than the current year's $22,743 average.
• It carries over the 2023 redesign with no major changes.

The bottom line: If you want the better-supported shopping opportunity, the 2023 is the cleaner pick because pricing has eased and inventory is healthy. If you’re price-sensitive and find a similarly equipped 2024 at nearly the same money, that’s a reasonable alternative, but the 2023 already gives you the refreshed design and feature set without paying more.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.