Trim Report

Ford Escape XLS2014

Includes:ESCAPE|XLS
$1,200
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Active Listings
Avg Mileage

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Max $11,298
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2014 Ford Escape XLS Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Escape XLS

Location data for all 2014 Ford Escape trims combined

38States

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 38 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Ford Escape Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2014 Ford Escape trims

High Concern

The 2014 Ford Escape's high safety profile includes 3 recall campaigns and 2,024 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

3
Recalls
2,024
Complaints
47
Crashes
101
Fires
Recall Findings
14V2370002014-07-05
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 C-MAX, and Escape vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the restraint control module (RCM) may have errors in the programming software which may result in a delayed deployment of the side-curtain rollover air bag.

If the side-curtain rollover air bag is delayed in deploying in certain rollover circumstances, the risk of injury to the passengers is increased.

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14V2390002014-07-05
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, through April 10, 2014. Due to an assembly misalignment between the exterior door handle and the door outer panel, the affected vehicles have doors that may be difficult to close or may possibly open while driving.

A door that opens unexpectedly may result in an unrestrained occupant falling from the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.

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14V4030002014-02-07
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured October 15, 2013, through October 22, 2013. The panorama roof glass may not be properly bonded to the attaching bracket.

If the glass panel is improperly bonded, the glass may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2014 Ford Escape has accumulated 2,024 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine442
02Power Train346
03Engine And Engine Cooling145
04Unknown Or Other139
05Steering122
2,024 total across 1 model years (2014–2014)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Escape Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2014 Ford Escape trims

24–26mpg combined
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21-23city
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28-31hwy
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$1,700-$1,800/yr

With 5 configurations tested, the 2014 Ford Escape ranges from 24 to 26 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean
Escape AWD - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average
Escape AWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr6/10 Average
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2014 Ford Escape XLS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the XLS compare to other Ford Escape trims?

The XLS occupies a distinct position in the Ford Escape range. See how it stacks up on the 2014 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2014 Ford Escape XLS?

Budget for standard XLS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2014 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Ford Escape XLS?

For the XLS, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Escape buyer's guide.

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