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Approx. 48 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 13% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — strong leverage to negotiate.
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2018 Ford Escape Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$11,543
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$4,900$20,990
- Typical market range
- $10,664–$14,990
- Typical asking price
- $11,543
- Original MSRP range
- $23,850–$33,395
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
48
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Ford Escape.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$21,942–$22,896
Estimated dealer invoice — about $23,850 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEL | $10,974 | $28,005 | $25,765–$26,885 |
| SE | $11,241 | $25,700 | $23,644–$24,672 |
| S | $12,721 | $23,850 | $21,942–$22,896 |
| Titanium | $13,107 | $33,395 | $30,723–$32,059 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$9,180$22,185$35,189
Typical askingSEL
$10,974
SEL: typical asking price $10,974, original MSRP $28,005, estimated dealer cost $25,765 to $26,885.
SE
$11,241
SE: typical asking price $11,241, original MSRP $25,700, estimated dealer cost $23,644 to $24,672.
S
$12,721
S: typical asking price $12,721, original MSRP $23,850, estimated dealer cost $21,942 to $22,896.
Titanium
$13,107
Titanium: typical asking price $13,107, original MSRP $33,395, estimated dealer cost $30,723 to $32,059.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Ford Escape runs about $11,854 in MT to $13,334 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $837 | $110+ | $12,490 |
| TX | $721 | $332 | $12,596 |
| FL | $693 | $1,074+ | $13,310 |
| NY | $462 | $371 | $12,376 |
| PA | $693 | $587 | $12,823 |
| IL | $721 | $683 | $12,947 |
| OH | $664 | $444 | $12,651 |
| GA | $808 | $637 | $12,988 |
| NC | $346 | $793 | $12,682 |
| WA | $750 | $215+ | $12,508 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $12,068 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2018 Ford Escape.
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver and passenger side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S44.
Campaign 17V803000 · 18/12/2017
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S04.
Campaign 18V104000 · 12/02/2018
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
Campaign 22V413000 · 10/06/2022
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 6, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026.
Campaign 26V011000 · 15/01/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2018 Ford Escape?
Used 2018 Ford Escape listings ask about $11,543 at typical mileage, with most listings between $10,664 and $14,990. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2018 Ford Escape cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $23,850, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $12,307 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Ford Escape?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $11,854 in MT to $13,334 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Ford Escape?
There are about 48 days of national market supply for the 2018 Ford Escape — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Ford Escape.
Is the listed price on a 2018 Ford Escape fair?
Not always. 2018 Ford Escape listings typically ask about $13,008, roughly 13% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $11,543. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Ford Escape?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $21,942–$22,896 — its $23,850 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/28/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.