Ford Escape Generation 3 (2013–2019)

Ford Escape Generation 3 (2013–2019) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Ford Escape — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 2001–2007 —
Generation 2 2008–2012 —
Generation 3 2013–2019 —
Generation 4 2020–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the Escape

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Ford 2.5L 4-cylinder 2009–2026 16 models 125
Ford 3.0L V6 (Vulcan & Duratec) 2001–2022 21 models 111
Ford 2.0L I4 (Duratec & EcoBoost) 2001–2021 24 models 67
Ford 2.3L EcoBoost I4 2005–2008 33 models 45
Ford 1.6L 4-cylinder 2013–2016 7 models 30

Ford Escape fuel economy: every year & engine (EPA) →

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About this generation

The third-generation Escape is claimed to be 10 percent more aerodynamic than the previous generation. Also new for the 2013 model year is the MyFord Touch entertainment system, which offers an all-new user interface and additional features. Another new feature is the optional hands-free liftgate. A person carrying the keyless entry transmitter can raise a foot under the rear bumper of the Escape to open the tailgate.

Ecofriendly seat fabrics are standard on lower trim levels, and the vehicle's carpeting is mostly constructed from recycled plastic water bottles. This allows the new Escape to be mostly recyclable at the end of its lifecycle. Production of the 2013 Ford Escape began 11 April 2012, with ceremonies in June 2012. The production of the previous generation 2012 Escape ended on 28 April 2012, overlapping slightly in production with the 2013 model due to plant issues, with the 2012 Ford Escape vehicles being limited in availability at Ford showrooms.

In May 2012, the third-generation Escape became available at most dealerships across the United States, and was introduced in Canada starting June. The base engine is the 2.5 L Duratec naturally aspirated inline-four engine which made and of torque. This engine was less powerful and efficient than newer EcoBoost engines, but it had lower cost, and was exclusive to the S trim level. On higher trims, two EcoBoost inline four-cylinder turbocharged engines were offered in North America, which were the 2.0 L which made and of torque, and the debuting 1.6 L which made and of torque.

Ford claimed that the fuel economy of the new 1.6 L EcoBoost engine would match that of the previous Ford Escape Hybrid, while the new 2.0 L engine produced more torque than the previous 3.0 L V6 unit. The 1.6 L was rated for compared to the old hybrid's combined by the EPA, though the Ecoboost compared more favorably on the highway with ratings of outperforming the hybrid's . The transmission is either a six-speed conventional automatic or dual-clutch automatic.

The previous generation's hybrid model with its 2.5 L Atkinson powertrain was indirectly replaced by the C-Max Hybrid, and the 3.0 L V6 engine was dropped. The third-generation Escape was offered with front-wheel drive in the S trim level, and front- or all-wheel drive in the SE, SEL, and Titanium trim levels. The SEL trim was discontinued after the 2013 model year, but was reintroduced for 2018. For the 2015 model, in the United States and Canada, Ford updated the standard naturally aspirated 2.5 L four-cylinder engine's specification to and of torque.

On 18 November 2015, Ford unveiled a refreshed mid-cycle update of the Escape, which went on sale in the beginning of 2016 for the 2017 model year. The refresh added an Edge-inspired front fascia, while tweaking the rear facsia that saw reshaped LED taillights and a newly adopted two-slat, hexagonal grille. The interior was also adjusted slightly in the cabin area and on the steering wheel. The Sync 3 infotainment system was added as a new feature, along with a new smartphone app called Sync Connect, which allows owners to remotely monitor their vehicle, check fuel levels, lock and unlock doors, and start the engine.

The 2.5 Duratec and 2.0 EcoBoost engine line-up was joined by a new 1.5 L turbocharged four-cylinder option, replacing the 1.6 L. Ford engineers promised additional refinement to the 2017 Escape, particularly as evidenced by extremely low road- and wind-noise levels. The doors and B pillars are insulated, the front wheel wells are lined, and acoustic glass is used for the side windows. Also, new seals are used for the windshield and hood.

The new Escape showcased a number of new-to-it features, from faster-charging USB ports to an application that lets drivers unlock the vehicle and start the engine through a smartphone.

Source: Wikipedia — Ford Escape — Third generation (2013), CC BY-SA.

Market by model year

Year Units for sale Median price Vs newest Avg mileage
2015 736 $9,443 69% 110,359 mi
2016 764 $9,995 73% 105,018 mi
2017 1,844 $11,397 84% 93,988 mi
2018 1,509 $12,595 93% 86,393 mi
2019 1,057 $13,600 100% 81,548 mi

Inventory and price data refreshed daily; last updated .

Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2013 18 2,746 Engine, Power Train, Electrical System
2014 16 2,073 Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other
2015 9 1,041 Power Train, Engine, Unknown Or Other
2016 4 1,061 Power Train, Engine, Back Over Prevention
2017 4 2,642 Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
2018 4 1,746 Engine, Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train
2019 3 566 Engine, Power Train, Engine And Engine Cooling

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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