2021 Ford Escape value
In Good condition, a 2021 Ford Escape is likely worth $6,600–$12,100 as a trade-in, $12,250–$16,650 in a private sale and $13,600–$18,350 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $16,590 (median of 19 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
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What you'd likely get
| If you… | Range |
|---|---|
| Trade-in at a dealer What a dealer typically credits you toward another car. | $6,600–$12,100 |
| Private-party sale Selling yourself to another person. | $12,250–$16,650 |
| Dealer retail (fair purchase) What buyers typically pay a dealer. | $13,600–$18,350 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, Good condition, fetched Oct 23, 2026, valid through 10/23/2026. Ranges span the styles KBB lists for this year. Edmunds per-model ranges: not available (not collected).
Typical dealer asking price: $16,590 (19 listings, Oct 23, 2026, iSeeCars and Carvana). Asking prices are what dealers list, not what they pay you. See the listings
Typical dealer asking price
$16,590
Median of 19 dealer listings. Typical range $14,990–$22,590 (middle 50%) from 19 cited comparable listings observed Oct 23, 2026–Oct 23, 2026.
See all 19 cited comparables
| Price | Trim | Miles | Location | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $12,183 | SE | 61,738 | New Haven, MI | iSeeCars (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $13,790 | - | ≈103,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,590 | - | ≈102,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,790 | - | ≈99,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $14,990 | - | ≈87,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,590 | - | ≈74,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $15,990 | - | ≈82,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,590 | SE | ≈73,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,590 | - | ≈83,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,590 | - | ≈64,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $16,990 | - | - | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $17,590 | - | ≈59,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,590 | - | - | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $20,590 | - | ≈5,800 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $22,590 | - | ≈46,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $23,590 | - | ≈46,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $23,590 | - | ≈34,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $23,990 | - | ≈25,000 | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
| $26,590 | - | - | National | Carvana (Oct 23, 2026) |
Method: Median of asking/sold prices of cited comparable 2021 Ford Escape listings observed in the last 120 days. Minimum 5 comps required. How this works
Safety recalls (0)
NHTSA's recall database returned no recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape model names we queried.
Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check a VIN-specific recall at NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (ESCAPE) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (ESCAPE HEV) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (ESCAPE HYBRID) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Source: NHTSA Recalls API (ESCAPE PHEV) · fetched Oct 23, 2026 · HTTP 403 (no records)
Fuel economy (26–41 MPG combined)
| Version | City/Hwy/Comb | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Escape AWD Automatic 8-spd | 26/31/28 | 1.5L 3cyl · Regular · All-Wheel Drive |
| Escape AWD Automatic 8-spd | 23/31/26 | 2.0L 4cyl · Regular · All-Wheel Drive |
| Escape AWD HEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43/37/40 | 2.5L 4cyl · Regular · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive |
| Escape FWD Automatic 8-spd | 28/34/30 | 1.5L 3cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Escape FWD HEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 44/37/41 | 2.5L 4cyl · Regular · Front-Wheel Drive |
| Escape FWD PHEV Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 43/38/40 | 2.5L 4cyl · Regular Gas and Electricity · Front-Wheel Drive |
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov · fetched Oct 23, 2026
NHTSA model names
NHTSA vPIC lists these Ford model names for 2021: Escape.
Source: NHTSA vPIC · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Kelley Blue Book values
For a 2021 Ford Escape in Good condition, KBB showed: fair purchase price $13,600–$18,350; private party $12,250–$16,650; trade-in $6,600–$12,100.
KBB values by style (7)
| Style | Fair purchase | Private party | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| S Sport Utility 4D | $13,900 | $12,550 | $6,600 |
| SE Sport Utility 4D | $13,600 | $12,250 | $7,250 |
| SE Hybrid Sport Utility 4D | $15,600 | $14,200 | $9,825 |
| SEL Sport Utility 4D | $17,150 | $15,550 | $9,875 |
| Titanium Sport Utility 4D | $17,350 | $15,750 | $10,500 |
| SEL Hybrid Sport Utility 4D | $17,150 | $15,600 | $11,700 |
| Titanium Hybrid Sport Utility 4D | $18,350 | $16,650 | $12,100 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book, fetched Oct 23, 2026 · KBB values valid through 10/23/2026 · page hash 1773a08dddaa. KBB figures are KBB's estimates, shown separately from our listing-based value.
2021 Ford Escape specs
| Fuel economy (city / hwy / combined) | 23–44 / 31–38 / 26–41 MPG (EPA) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 3-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl (EPA) |
| Horsepower | 163 - 250 hp (KBB) |
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (EPA) |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive (EPA) |
| Fuel type | Regular, Regular Gas and Electricity (EPA) |
| EPA size class | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD (EPA) |
| Body styles | Sport Utility 4D (KBB) |
| Cargo volume | 60.8 - 65.4 cu ft (KBB) |
| Trims / styles | S Sport Utility 4D, SE Sport Utility 4D, SE Hybrid Sport Utility 4D, SEL Sport Utility 4D, Titanium Sport Utility 4D, SEL Hybrid Sport Utility 4D, Titanium Hybrid Sport Utility 4D (KBB) |
Specs from EPA fueleconomy.gov (fetched Oct 23, 2026) and Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); fields marked with another source cite that page and fetch date. Ranges span all versions listed.
Market context
Latest: 182.2 (Sep 2026), -1.5% vs. a year earlier. Peak in the last 10 years: 216.9 (Feb 2022).
Sep 2016 – Sep 2026. National index (1982–84=100); it shows market direction, not the value of a specific car.
Source: FRED CUSR0000SETA02 (BLS) · fetched Oct 23, 2026
Questions
What is a 2021 Ford Escape worth?
In Good condition, a 2021 Ford Escape is likely worth $6,600–$12,100 as a trade-in, $12,250–$16,650 in a private sale and $13,600–$18,350 at dealer retail, per Kelley Blue Book (fetched Oct 23, 2026); dealers were typically asking $16,590 (median of 19 cited listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, Oct 23, 2026).
What is the trade-in value of a 2021 Ford Escape?
Kelley Blue Book lists a trade-in range of $6,600–$12,100 for a 2021 Ford Escape in Good condition (fetched Oct 23, 2026). Private-party: $12,250–$16,650. Dealer retail: $13,600–$18,350.
What do dealers ask for a used 2021 Ford Escape?
Dealers typically ask about $16,590 for a 2021 Ford Escape (median asking price; middle 50% $14,990–$22,590), based on 19 cited listings from iSeeCars and Carvana observed Oct 23, 2026.
What is the price range for a used 2021 Ford Escape?
Asking prices in our 19 cited listings ran from $12,183 to $26,590; the middle half sat between $14,990 and $22,590.
How many miles do used 2021 Ford Escape listings have?
The 16 listings with a mileage shown had 5,800–103,000 miles (median 73,000).
Where does this 2021 Ford Escape value come from?
From 19 public listings on iSeeCars and Carvana, each linked below with its fetch date and a content hash of the page we read. Download them as CSV or JSON.
Does the 2021 Ford Escape have recalls?
NHTSA returned no recalls for the 2021 Ford Escape model names we queried (checked Oct 23, 2026).
What MPG does the 2021 Ford Escape get?
EPA combined fuel economy for 2021 Ford Escape versions ranges from 26 to 41 MPG, per fueleconomy.gov.
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