Trim Report

Ford Escape Platinum2018

Includes:ESCAPE|Platinum
$15,495
Starting From
1,137
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 1,137 active dealer listings as of

Min $15,495
Max $44,935
From $15,495
Fresh

Platinum Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,350
$1K–$23K
1,160 listings88,793 avg miles
Active
From$6,995
7,143 listings|$7K–$45K
Limited
From$700
187 listings|$700–$19K
Platinum
From$15,495
1,137 listings|$15K–$45K
S
From$775
720 listings|$775–$100K
SE
From$600
6,638 listings|$600–$54K
SE Sport
From$6,900
76 listings|$7K–$24K
SEL
From$1,100
2,032 listings|$1K–$33K
ST-Line
From$13,787
5,041 listings|$14K–$42K
ST-Line Elite
From$21,399
341 listings|$21K–$45K
ST-Line Select
From$16,000
1,377 listings|$16K–$44K
Titanium
From$950
1,859 listings|$950–$100K
XLS
From$1,200
61 listings|$1K–$11K
XLT
From$954
389 listings|$954–$100K

2018 Ford Escape Platinum Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Escape Platinum

Location data for all 2018 Ford Escape trims combined

38States

11% of the market sits in Michigan, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Ford Escape Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2018 Ford Escape trims

Elevated

The 2018 Ford Escape's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 1,558 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
1,558
Complaints
25
Crashes
4
Fires
Recall Findings
17V8030002017-18-12
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape vehicles. The side curtain air bags on these vehicles have a component that may detach during deployment of the inflatable curtain air bag.

If the component detaches during deployment, it may enter the passenger compartment and be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2018 Ford Escape has accumulated 1,558 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine732
02Engine And Engine Cooling244
03Power Train126
04Power Train,engine68
05Engine And Engine Cooling,engine48
1,558 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Escape Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2018 Ford Escape trims

23–26mpg combined
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20-23city
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27-30hwy
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$1,700-$1,900/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 2018 Ford Escape ranges from 23 to 26 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city30 hwy~$1,700/yr5/10 Average
Escape AWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
1.5L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
22 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city28 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Escape FWD - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Escape FWD FFV - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average
Escape AWD - Automatic (S6)
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

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

2018 Ford Escape Platinum FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Platinum compare to other Ford Escape trims?

Every Ford Escape trim targets a different buyer. The 2018 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2018 Ford Escape Platinum?

Maintenance costs for the Platinum align with the broader Ford Escape ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2018 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2018 Ford Escape page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Escape Platinum?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Escape Platinum year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ford Escape overview compares all years side by side.

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