Car financing: 2013 Ford Escape
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 9.1 to 9.9 L/100 km combined (EPA). 18 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.1 to 9.9 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 18
For sale
Rent a 2013 Ford Escape for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2013 Ford Escape specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 10.4 L/100 km | 10.6 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 8.0 L/100 km | 7.7 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 213 g/km | 221 g/km | 222 g/km | 226 g/km | 235 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.11 | $14.57 | $14.73 | $14.88 | $15.35 |
2013 Ford Escape: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6 L | 1.6 L | 2.5 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 21 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 28 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 30 | 30 | 29 | 29 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,600 | US$2,700 | US$2,700 | US$2,800 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,822 | $2,914 | $2,946 | $2,976 | $3,070 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2013 Ford Escape
- NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 2,756 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (1270), power train (403) and electrical system (341). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V011000 | 2026-01-15 | equipment:electrical:engine block heater | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. |
| 22V413000 | 2022-06-10 | power train:shift linkage/cable/rod | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach. |
| 20V331000 | 2020-06-08 | latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210,... |
| 18V471000 | 2018-07-16 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Escape, and 2013-2016 Ford Fusion vehicles, equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions. The bushing that attaches the transmission shifter cable to the transmission may degrade over time and cause the bushing to detach from the transmission. The... |
| 16V643000 | 2016-09-06 | latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a... |
| 15V813000 | 2015-12-02 | electrical system:wiring | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles manufactured May 03, 2012, to October 14, 2013. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor... |
| 14V597000 | 2014-09-26 | seat belts | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured January 19, 2012, to November 21, 2013; Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to August 24, 2013; Ford Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to November 1, 2013; and Lincoln MKZ vehicles... |
| 14V495000 | 2014-08-11 | electrical system:wiring | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to April 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and Focus ST vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to October 14, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines. Insufficient compression in the... |
| 14V237000 | 2014-05-07 | air bags:side/window | 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. |
| 14V239000 | 2014-05-07 | 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... |
| 14V164000 | 2014-04-02 | seats:front assembly:recliner | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured August 15, 2012, through September 10, 2013, 2013-2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, through August 12, 2013, and 2013-2014 Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured from July 23, 2012,... |
| 13V583000 | 2013-11-25 | engine | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, through June 2, 2013 and equipped with 1.6L engines. The affected vehicles may experience localized overheating of the engine cylinder head which may cause cracks that could allow oil to leak. |
| 13V584000 | 2013-11-25 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine subject to prior safety recall NHTSA 12V-336. In some cases, the engine compartment fuel line may have been installed incorrectly when repaired... |
| 13V085000 | 2013-03-07 | latches/locks/linkages | Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Focus and C-Max vehicles built from November 16, 2012, through November 21, 2012; and model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from November 14, 2012, through November 21, 2012. The left rear door child lock was built incorrectly. As a result, the child lock may not... |
| 12V551000 | 2012-12-03 | engine and engine cooling | This is an update to a recently announced recall. Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through November 26, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines, as well as certain model year 2013 Fusion vehicles manufactured from February 3, 2012, through November 29, 2012,... |
| 12V431000 | 2012-09-04 | engine and engine cooling | Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through August 31, 2012, equipped with 1.6L engines. The cylinder head cup plug (freeze plug) may become dislodged resulting in significant loss of engine coolant. |
| 12V336000 | 2012-07-18 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Ford is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured from October 5, 2011, through July 11, 2012, and equipped with a 1.6L engine. These vehicles have an engine compartment fuel line which may split, resulting in a leak. |
| 12V319000 | 2012-07-06 | structure | FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 ESCAPE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 8, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 7, 2012. DUE TO MIS-POSITIONED CARPET PADDING THE CENTER CONSOLE TRIM PANEL MAY BE PUSHED OUTBOARD OF THE INTENDED POSITION, REDUCING CLEARANCE RELATIVE TO THE PEDAL PACKAGE. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Thinking of buying the 2013 Ford Escape?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2013 Ford Escape for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Thinking about the 2013 Ford Escape? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
What to check on the Escape
NHTSA has 2,756 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, power train and electrical system. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Under the hood
Power: the 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo; drive: front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
At 9.1 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 27 litres of fuel. That works out to about $14.11 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Who the Escape suits
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people.
Size and space
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height.
Try before you buy
Rent the Escape for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. A week with the Escape answers more than any brochure.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.11 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$2,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $141.10 at our price setting.
Still deciding?
Tell us the model and the dates, and we reply with an offer.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2013 Ford Escape from us first.
Ask us about the 2013 Ford Escape
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2013 Ford Escape for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2013 Ford Escape
Does CarmaCars sell the 2013 Ford Escape?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2013 Ford Escape before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2013 Ford Escape have recalls?
NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2013 Ford Escape cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,600 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2822.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.