Used Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in for Sale nearTrenton, NJ

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 $25,226, and its year-round low is $24,413.06. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model is trading right now, with recent model years clustered in the mid-$20,000s. 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 Ford Escape Hybrid Plug-in earns strong owner approval across the model years in the data.

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 center on sluggish performance, a polarizing design, and all-wheel drive not being available.

29.3% 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 expert review for the 2021 model highlights practical strengths like easy-to-use technology and a ride quality that stands out. The overall picture points to a model that appeals to shoppers who value everyday usability 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 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Ford Co-Pilot 360
• Infotainment: Sync 3 infotainment system with touchscreen controls, 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:

• Escape PHEV: The best-value choice if you want the plug-in hybrid powertrain, easy-to-use technology, decent storage, and a ride quality that stands out.
• Titanium: Adds the 12.3-inch digital driver display, a B&O premium stereo with ten speakers, and a more upscale equipment set.

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.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first because inventory is deeper.

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

The table shows a clear downward move across all three model years, which is helpful if you're shopping used. The biggest drop is in the oldest of the three, while the newer years are also easing lower. That pattern gives you more room to find value without waiting for a major shift in the market.

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 −5.43% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −8.43%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 26.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 28.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $27,117. 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. On regular gas and with no charge left in the battery, the Escape should see 40 miles per gallon in combined driving, and the combined miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) is 105.
• Tech: Sync 3 infotainment system, a 12.3-inch digital driver display, and EV Coach.
• Safety: Ford Co-Pilot 360, adaptive cruise control, traffic-sign recognition, and park assist.
• Starting price: $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 2027 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.