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2024 Ford Escape

Price Range: $28,000 - $40,500

Ford Escape Reviews

Owner Reviews

5(57%)
4(10%)
3(12%)
2(3%)
1(18%)

Owners Say

The overall sentiment from owners of the 2024 Ford Escape is mixed. Owners like its roomy interior, great fuel efficiency, and helpful technology features like the large touchscreen and safety systems. However, some owners face significant issues, including transmission problems, uncomfortable seats, and tricky electronics that sometimes need reprogramming. There are also concerns about battery difficulties and persistent smells, which make some owners frustrated with their cars.
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Most Helpful Owner Review

Perfect Hybrid
5 out of 5 stars
Joe S., 01/28/2024
2024 Ford Escape ST-Line Elite 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT)
I have a 2024 Ford Escape St-Line AWD. Excellent mileage, solid, comfortable, quiet and well laid out interior. The transisition between hybrid and gas powered is seamless. Put your foot into it and you can merge, pass or enter an expressway quickly and safely. Drive it smartly and you can get north of 45 MPG..

2024 Ford Escape video

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NOTE: This video is about the 2022 Ford Escape, but since the 2024 Ford Escape is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.


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Safety

Key safety features on the Escape include:

  • Back-up camera
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Alarm
  • Tire Pressure Warning
  • Stability Control
  • Pre-collision safety system
  • Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsRating
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
RolloverRating
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Good
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Marginal
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good



FAQ

Is the Ford Escape a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 Escape both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.8 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2024 Escape gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 28 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the Escape ranges from 34.4 to 37.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Escape. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 Ford Escape?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Ford Escape:

  • Base trim is now fleet only
  • Connected Navigation replaces Connected Built-In Nav
  • Part of the fourth Escape generation introduced for 2020
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Is the Ford Escape reliable?

To determine whether the Ford Escape is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Escape. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Escape's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Ford Escape a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Ford Escape is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 Escape and gave it a 7.8 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2024 Escape gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 28 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 Escape is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Ford Escape?

The least-expensive 2024 Ford Escape is the 2024 Ford Escape Fleet 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $28,000.

Other versions include:

  • Fleet 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $28,000
  • Active 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $29,345
  • Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $29,500
  • ST-Line 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $30,340
  • Active 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $31,515
  • ST-Line 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $32,510
  • ST-Line 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $33,340
  • ST-Line Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $34,040
  • ST-Line Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $35,040
  • Platinum 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $36,965
  • Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $37,465
  • ST-Line Elite 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $38,460
  • Platinum 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $38,465
  • ST-Line Elite 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid EVT) which starts at $39,460
  • Plug-In Hybrid 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT) which starts at $40,500
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What are the different models of Ford Escape?

If you're interested in the Ford Escape, the next question is, which Escape model is right for you? Escape variants include Fleet 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), Active 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), and ST-Line 4dr SUV (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Escape models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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