Car financing: 2018 Ford Escape
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 9.1 to 10.3 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 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 10.3 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2018 Ford Escape for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and 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.
2018 Ford Escape specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-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 | 10.2 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 10.8 L/100 km | 11.1 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.1 L/100 km | 9.7 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 213 g/km | 229 g/km | 230 g/km | 231 g/km | 240 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.11 | $15.04 | $15.19 | $15.35 | $15.97 |
2018 Ford Escape: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 2.5 L | 1.5 L | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 29 | 28 | 28 | 27 |
| MPG combined (US) | 26 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 31 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,600 | US$2,800 | US$2,800 | US$2,800 | US$2,900 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,822 | $3,008 | $3,038 | $3,070 | $3,194 |
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 2018 Ford Escape
- NHTSA lists 4 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 1,820 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (1167), engine and engine cooling (346) and power train (278). 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. |
| 18V104000 | 2018-02-12 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect front brake hoses that may chafe against other components, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak. |
| 17V803000 | 2017-12-18 | 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. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Ford Escape for buyers
No 2018 Ford Escape is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before buying the 2018 Ford Escape, read what the figures say and how to try one first.
What to check on the Escape
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA has 1,820 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine, engine and engine cooling and power train. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
Its 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo drives through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Combined fuel use is 9.1 L/100 km: about 27 litres for 300 km. The fuel for 100 km comes to about $14.11 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,600 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
Its SUV body gives a high seating position and an easy load height.
A good match for
It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
A longer test drive
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Try the Escape on your commute, then decide. A test week in the Escape tells you more than any review.
What it costs to run
A 1,000 km month costs roughly $141.10 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.11 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
When you know your dates
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
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 2018 Ford Escape from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Ford Escape
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Ford Escape for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Ford Escape
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 Ford Escape?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 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 2018 Ford Escape have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 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.