Used 2024 Ford Escape for Sale near North Carolina

Compare 2024 Ford Escape Trims

The 2024 Ford Escape offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to sportier models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $20,310
• 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: $20,310 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 1,278 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Active FWD listings

AWD — "Who It's For"

The AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without a hefty price tag, though availability is limited.

• Avg. market price: $23,211 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 21 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View AWD 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 mix of features at a reasonable price.

• Avg. market price: $21,287 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 34 hwy
• Inventory: 1,213 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 all-wheel drive with a solid feature set without breaking the bank.

• Avg. market price: $22,125 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 2,450 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 sporty feel with all-wheel drive and a comprehensive feature set.

• Avg. market price: $24,379 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 2,484 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 a sportier experience with additional luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $28,163 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 917 listings
• View ST-Line Select AWD listings

Platinum AWD — "Who It's For"

The Platinum AWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury experience with advanced features and sporty performance.

• Avg. market price: $26,131 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 900 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 top-tier features and performance in a stylish package.

• Avg. market price: $31,777 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 31 hwy
• Inventory: 178 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View ST-Line Elite AWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — ST-Line AWD

With 2,484 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 $20,310 avg market price — below the lineup median of $23,795 — 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 September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2024 Ford Escape cost?

Prices have softened 5.74% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,236 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

Is the 2024 Ford Escape a good car?

Yes — with a 5/5 user rating and a 6.17/10 expert rating, the 2024 Ford Escape lands as a broadly appealing compact crossover. The standout strength is Safety at 8/10.

The 2024 Escape fits best if you want a well-equipped compact crossover with multiple powertrain options, a comfortable ride, and impressive technology. At the same time, the interior materials feel cheap, cargo space is uncompetitive, and value is a weak point.

You also get a market that still looks reasonably shoppable, with 33.3% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2024 Ford Escape reliable?

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

The 2024 Escape’s appeal leans on its broad powertrain lineup and comfortable driving character, while the expert evaluation also points to strong technology and a generally easygoing setup. The hybrid is described as a good case for purchase if cost-effectiveness matters, and the plug-in hybrid brings lots of standard equipment plus more than 35 miles of electric-only driving range.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that the model’s value proposition is weaker than its rivals, so you should be especially careful about paying too much for a higher-trim example.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Ford Escape?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-trim Escape with more equipment. Focus on overall condition, because the cabin materials and tech-heavy features make wear, damage, and prior repairs easier to spot.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum, and Plug-in Hybrid, and the Base trim appears to be canceled. Lower trims use an 8-inch display, while upper trims get a 12.3-inch display, so feature content changes meaningfully as you move up the range.
• Powertrain: You can choose a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder with 180 horsepower and 199 pound-feet of torque, a 192-horsepower hybrid expected to return 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.
• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard and includes 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, and post-collision automatic braking. Higher trims can add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centering assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.
• Infotainment: Lower trims get an 8-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM 360L, and FordPass Connect with Wi-Fi hotspot access. Upper trims add a 13.2-inch touchscreen, Amazon Alexa, and a complimentary three-year connected navigation subscription.
• Fuel efficiency: The hybrid is rated at up to 39 mpg in combined driving, while the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine averages 26 mpg in combined driving. The test vehicle returned 24.1 mpg on the testing route.

Which 2024 Ford Escape trim should I buy?

The 2024 Ford Escape is offered in 6 trim levels: Active, ST-Line, ST-Line Select, ST-Line Elite, Platinum, and Plug-in Hybrid.

Here's the short version:

• Active: This is the entry point if you want the Escape’s core comfort, technology, and safety features without paying for the more expensive appearance and equipment upgrades. It makes the most sense if you want the broad Escape experience at the lowest starting point.
• ST-Line: This is the best-value trim if you want the hybrid powertrain, because it unlocks the Escape’s strongest cost-effectiveness case while keeping the model’s standard tech and safety content.
• ST-Line Select: This trim adds more equipment and moves you toward the stronger-looking, better-equipped side of the lineup, but the expert evaluation suggests the 2.0-liter turbo setup is not the best value.
• ST-Line Elite: This is the most heavily equipped gas model in the expert test vehicle’s setup, with the larger display, premium tech, and available luxury touches, but it also lands in the weakest value territory.
• Platinum: Choose this if you want a more upscale-feeling Escape with the higher-output turbo powertrain and a richer feature set, but be aware that the expert evaluation questions the value of that engine choice.
• Plug-in Hybrid: This is the right pick if you want the most specialized efficiency-focused version and can live with front-wheel drive only.

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard, while higher trims can add adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, evasive steering assist, and the surround-view camera system.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Ford Escape?

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

• Deal availability: 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,236 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.74% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $22,258, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Ford Escape's resale value?

The current average of $22,970 sits slightly below last year's $24,369.

That price movement suggests the Escape has softened enough to help buyers today, but it also means a future seller may face a more competitive resale environment. If you buy at the right price now, you reduce the risk of taking a bigger depreciation hit later.

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 2024 Ford Escape safe?

The 2024 Escape earns five-star ratings across the board, aside from a four-star rollover resistance rating from NHTSA.

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

Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard and includes 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, and post-collision automatic braking. Higher trims can add adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, predictive speed assist, evasive steering assist, lane-centering assist, and a 360-degree surround-view camera system.

One caveat is that the IIHS had not rated the 2024 Escape at the time of evaluation, though the 2023 model earned Good ratings except for a Marginal result in a side-impact test.

Should I buy a 2024 Ford Escape or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 33.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.74% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It carries over the 2023 refresh with multiple powertrain choices, a comfortable ride, and impressive technology.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $23,041, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $22,970 average.
• It offers strong available performance and a tech-forward approach.

The bottom line: If you want the better shopping environment and the same basic formula, the 2024 is the cleaner choice. If you’re price-sensitive, the 2023 can still make sense, but you should only pay up for it if the specific example is in notably better condition or better equipped.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.