Used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in for Sale nearHarrisburg, PA

How much does the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in cost in today's market?

Used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in's current nationwide average price is $25,284, and its lowest point over the past year was $24,382. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in a good car?

Yes — the all-generations owner rating points to strong overall satisfaction across the lineup.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs called out by experts are polarizing design, sluggish performance, and the absence of all-wheel drive.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in highly, and the 2021 expert review also highlights easy-to-use technology and a ride quality that stands out. Across the model years in the data, that combination points to a vehicle that appeals to shoppers who value everyday comfort and straightforward ownership.

• Owners rate the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you focus on well-kept examples and verify condition carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot 360
• Infotainment: Sync 3 infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Fuel efficiency: 37 miles on electric power alone, 40 miles per gallon in combined driving, and 105 MPGe

Which Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in trim should I buy?

The 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in offers these trims:

• SE: The entry point brings the plug-in hybrid setup, Sync 3, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Ford Co-Pilot 360, making it the best-value choice for shoppers who want the core Escape PHEV experience.
• SEL: This trim adds automatic one-up/down power windows all around the cabin and a 10-way power driver’s seat, giving you a more polished daily-driver setup.
• Titanium: The top trim adds a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a B&O premium stereo with ten speakers, along with the most upscale equipment in the lineup.

What Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in do most buyers choose?

The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they offer the broadest selection and the easiest path to comparing prices and conditions. They also give you a better chance of finding the right mix of mileage, equipment, and deal quality.

What is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the model years shown, which creates a friendlier setup for used buyers. The sharpest drops are on the older years, while the newest year in the table has declined more modestly. The 2024, 2023, and 2022 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in safe?

• 2021: 7/10

The Ford Escape PHEV comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot 360.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −2.57% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −10.65%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 28.1% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 27.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $27,641. The Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in offers easy-to-use technology and a ride quality that stands out.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Ford offers quite a few powertrain options in the Escape. There’s a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, and a 1.5-liter turbo three-cylinder.
• Tech: In the Escape and the Bronco Sport, however, you’ll get only Sync 3. A set of two USB-A and USB-C ports is standard, with one located in the front storage cubby and one at the back of the center console.
• Safety: The Ford Escape PHEV comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot 360. This includes advanced driver assistance systems like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high beams.
• Starting price: If you want a plug-in hybrid Escape, however, you’re going to be looking at a starting MSRP of $33,075.

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.