Ford Escape 2024: A Used Buyer's Guide for Eastern Ontario
A used Ford Escape 2024 can be a 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre EcoBoost gas model, a Hybrid or a Plug-in Hybrid, and the drive depends on which one. The first job is to identify exactly which 2024 Escape the listing describes.
Your second job: ask for the VIN to confirm which recalls apply, then get down with a flashlight to see what a couple of Eastern Ontario winters did underneath.
A used 2024 Escape may have remaining factory coverage. Confirm the original in-service date, kilometres, VIN and applicable warranty terms before relying on it.
Key Takeaways
Ford's 2024 documents list the Escape's 1.5-litre EcoBoost and Hybrid in front- or all-wheel drive, the 2.0-litre EcoBoost only with all-wheel drive, and the Plug-in Hybrid only with front-wheel drive.
A Hybrid charges its own battery and does not plug in; a Plug-in Hybrid has a charging port, so the port tells you which 2024 Escape you are looking at.
Some 2024 Escape recalls only affect certain vehicles with the 1.5-litre engine, a 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre engine with a factory-installed block heater, or the Plug-in Hybrid. The VIN tells you which apply.
Ford's 2024 warranty guide covers hybrid and electric vehicle unique components, including the high-voltage battery, for 8 years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first, from the original warranty start date; confirm the in-service date and kilometres before relying on it.
After a couple of winters, look under the 2024 Escape at the brake lines, subframe and exhaust, then check the block-heater cord and, on a Plug-in Hybrid, the charging port and cord.
Browse used Ford Escape SUVs with us at Carleton Place Ford, then confirm the model year, powertrain and VIN on the one you like.
Which Ford Escape 2024 Are You Looking At?
A used 2024 Escape is identified by its powertrain and its drive: a 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre EcoBoost gas engine, a 2.5-litre Hybrid or a 2.5-litre Plug-in Hybrid, in front- or all-wheel drive depending on the powertrain. Start by matching the listing to the 2024 Escape itself.
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) says a hybrid charges its battery with electricity the vehicle generates and cannot be plugged in, while a plug-in hybrid has a battery you recharge by plugging it in. If the 2024 Escape in front of you has a charging port, it is the Plug-in Hybrid.
On any listing, including the used Escapes at Carleton Place Ford, confirm the badges, the engine under the hood and the VIN on the vehicle itself.
As of October 2026, Ford's Canadian Escape page says the Escape "has reached the end of its journey." This guide is for the buyer choosing a used 2024; if you would rather buy new, start with our guide to Ford SUV models.
What Engines and Drive Did Ford List for the 2024 Escape?
Ford and NRCan list the 2024 Escape with a 1.5-litre EcoBoost three-cylinder in front- or all-wheel drive, a 2.0-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder only with all-wheel drive, a 2.5-litre Hybrid in front- or all-wheel drive, and a 2.5-litre Plug-in Hybrid only with front-wheel drive. Confirm the drivetrain on the individual vehicle.
NRCan rates the 2024 gas Escapes with an eight-speed automatic, and the Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid with a continuously variable transmission.
If your driving calls for all-wheel drive, look for a 2024 Escape with the 1.5-litre, the 2.0-litre or the Hybrid listed with it. The 2024 Plug-in Hybrid appears only with front-wheel drive.
That range is the appeal of a used 2024 Escape: gas, Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid on one nameplate. Here is each one by drive.
2024 Escape powertrain | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
|---|---|---|
1.5L EcoBoost I-3 (gas) | Listed | Listed |
2.0L EcoBoost I-4 (gas) | Not listed | Listed |
2.5L I-4 Hybrid | Listed | Listed |
2.5L I-4 Plug-in Hybrid | Listed | Not listed |
Listed means Ford's 2024 documents and NRCan's 2024 fuel consumption ratings both show that combination; not listed means neither does.
Trim and drive vary by vehicle, so confirm both on the individual 2024 Escape by VIN and badge.
What Are the 2024 Escape's Fuel Consumption Ratings?
NRCan rates the 2024 Escape Hybrid at 6.0 L/100 km combined in both front- and all-wheel drive, against 8.0 to 9.1 L/100 km combined for the gas models, depending on engine and drive. NRCan notes its ratings come from standard tests and may not accurately predict the fuel consumption you will get on the road, and it lists temperature, weather and all-wheel drive among the things that change it.
NRCan calls its ratings a useful tool for comparing vehicles before you buy. On a commute from Carleton Place into Kanata, use them to compare one 2024 Escape with another, not as a promise of what yours will use.
What Recalls Should You Check on a Used 2024 Escape?
Transport Canada lists recalls for certain 2024 Escapes covering the airbag and instrument panel, the rearview camera, the block heater and cylinder head on certain gas engines, and the Plug-in Hybrid's high-voltage battery. Whether any of them touches a particular 2024 Escape is a VIN question.
The recall records file the gas, Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Escape under the same model name, so a recall that lists the 2024 Escape may concern only certain engines or only the plug-in. The VIN settles it.
Airbag and Rearview Camera on the 2024 Escape
On a small number of 2024 Escapes, the instrument panel may not have been manufactured correctly, so the passenger-front airbag may not inflate properly in a crash, and when the airbag inflates, pieces of the panel could be propelled toward occupants. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise them to take the vehicle to a dealership to replace the instrument panel.
On certain 2024 Escapes, a software problem could stop the rearview camera image from displaying, or freeze it, when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, reducing the driver's view while backing up. Ford will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air SYNC software update to eligible vehicles, or owners can schedule the update at a Ford dealership.
Block Heater and Cylinder Head on the 2024 Gas Escape
For certain 2024 Escapes with the 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre gas engine and a factory-installed block heater, a recall says the block heater could overheat when plugged in, and a block heater or wiring that overheats or melts could create a risk of fire. Ford advises not plugging in the block heater until the recall repairs have been completed.
On those Escapes, Ford will notify owners by mail, and owners can choose to have the dealer remove the block heater, or, once the final repair is available, Ford will send another notice to have a dealership replace the block heater element. The dealer will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the block heater electrical cord.
If you rely on a block heater through cold mornings in Carleton Place or anywhere in Lanark County, ask about this record first on a gas 2024 Escape with a factory-installed block heater.
For certain 2024 Escapes with the 1.5-litre engine, another recall says the cylinder head may not have been manufactured properly, which could cause a loss of power to the wheels, increasing the risk of a crash, or let oil reach hot components and create a fire risk. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise them to take the vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the cylinder head.
High-Voltage Battery on the 2024 Plug-in Hybrid
A recall and a follow-up recall only affect certain 2024 Escape Plug-in Hybrids with the 2.5-litre engine: a problem inside the high-voltage battery could cause a short circuit, leading to a loss of power to the wheels or an overheating battery. A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash, and a battery that overheats can create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
On those plug-ins, under the first recall, Ford advises not charging the vehicle until the recall repairs have been completed and will notify owners by mail to have a dealership update the battery energy control module software, which monitors the high-voltage battery and warns if it detects a problem. If that warning appears, the owner should contact a dealership to arrange replacement of the high-voltage battery pack.
On those plug-ins, the follow-up recall says the first software update may not be effective, so a second repair is required, and until it is done Ford advises setting the maximum charge setting at 80% and using only normal EV mode. Ford will notify owners by mail to have a dealership update the battery energy control module and hybrid powertrain control module software, and if the battery software then warns of a problem, the owner should contact a dealership to arrange replacement of the high-voltage battery pack.
On a 2024 Plug-in Hybrid, ask whether both battery recall repairs are recorded on that VIN. How these plug-in battery records run across other Escape years is in our guide to the Escape's recall record across model years.
A model year on a recall record does not mean every vehicle of that year is affected. Ford says recalls are VIN-specific, and safety recalls do not expire.
Ford Canada and Transport Canada are the sources we use to verify recall information. Before you buy, ask our team to confirm the VIN and any open campaigns for the 2024 Escape in front of you.
You can come to us at Carleton Place Ford for open Ford recall campaigns applicable to your vehicle, subject to parts availability and appointment scheduling.
Ford's 2024 Warranty Terms on the Escape Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid
For the 2024 Escape Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid, Ford's 2024 warranty guide covers hybrid and electric vehicle unique components, including the high-voltage battery, for 8 years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first, from the original warranty start date. It also says gradual battery capacity loss is normal wear and tear and is not covered.
A used 2024 Escape Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid may have some of that coverage left. Confirm the original in-service date, kilometres, VIN and applicable warranty terms before relying on it.
Ford's 2024 warranty guide also says the New Vehicle Limited Warranty is void on a vehicle currently or previously titled as salvaged, flood, fire, junk, dismantled or reconstructed, among others, or one with an altered odometer.
What to Check on a 2024 Escape After Eastern Ontario Winters
Under a used 2024 Escape, look at the brake lines, subframe and exhaust for corrosion after a couple of Eastern Ontario winters of salted roads and gravel. Then check the block-heater cord and, on a Plug-in Hybrid, the charging port and the charging cord that comes with it.
Ford's general seasonal-care advice recommends inspecting the brake system after a season of snow and ice, including the lines, hoses, parking brake and brake fluid level, and notes that winter can be unfriendly to shocks and struts. On a used 2024 Escape, ask what was done after each winter and look at the brake lines yourself.
Ford's 2024 warranty guide does not cover appearance damage from road salt, so look closely at the paint and the lower body panels on a used 2024 Escape.
If the listing says all-wheel drive, confirm it on the 2024 Escape and its VIN, and ask for the service records.
On a 2024 Plug-in Hybrid, inspect the charging port and the charging cord. Ford's 2024 warranty guide does not cover damage to the 120V convenience cord caused by misuse.
Before you buy, have your own mechanic put the 2024 Escape on a hoist and go over the brake lines, subframe and exhaust.
How to Check the 2024 Escape in Front of You
Checking a used 2024 Escape runs from the listing to the vehicle and then underneath: confirm the powertrain and drive, look for a charging port, check the underbody, the block-heater cord and the service records, then the VIN and the Ontario paperwork, in that order.
1. Powertrain: Match the listing to the badges and the engine under the hood: 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre EcoBoost, Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid.
2. Drive: Confirm front- or all-wheel drive on the 2024 Escape and its VIN.
3. Charging port: If there is one, it is the Plug-in Hybrid, so inspect the port and the charging cord.
4. Underneath: Have your own mechanic check the brake lines, subframe and exhaust.
5. Block heater: On a gas 2024 Escape with a factory-installed block heater, check the cord and ask about the block-heater recall.
6. Tires: Check the tread for uneven or irregular wear and the sidewalls for cuts or bruises, as Ford's seasonal-care advice suggests. If they need replacing, see our Price Match Promise page.
7. Service records: Ford's 2024 warranty guide asks owners to keep maintenance receipts with the vehicle, so ask to see them.
8. Recalls: Ask our team to check the VIN and confirm any open campaigns before you buy.
9. Ontario paperwork: For a vehicle sold with a safety standards certificate, it confirms only that the vehicle met the minimum standard on the date the certificate was issued, and it is not a warranty.
What Is Your Trade Worth Toward a Used Escape?
Knowing what your current vehicle is worth before you shop tells you which used Escape listings fit your plan. We take trades of any make, whether it is paid off or not, and we put our appraisal of your trade in writing.
Value your trade online first, then let us appraise it in person. We buy vehicles outright, so an appraisal does not commit you to buying from us.
With your permission, we get the payout from your lender and show it beside our appraisal.
If you owe more than the vehicle is worth, the shortfall may be added to the amount financed, increasing the amount borrowed and potentially the total cost of borrowing. Financing is subject to lender approval (O.A.C.).
You may also cover the difference with money down. Bring the ownership, every key and fob, and any service records.
How Does Financing a Used Escape Work at Carleton Place Ford?
Financing a used Escape at Carleton Place Ford starts with an application, on approved credit (O.A.C.). Apply for financing before you come in if you wish.
With your consent, we can review options with participating lenders. Approval, rate, term and payment depend on the applicant, lender and vehicle, and a credit-bureau inquiry may be required.
Bring a driver's licence and proof of income if requested; lender requirements vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Powertrains Does the 2024 Escape Have?
Ford and Natural Resources Canada list the 2024 Escape with a 1.5-litre EcoBoost in front- or all-wheel drive, a 2.0-litre EcoBoost only with all-wheel drive, a 2.5-litre Hybrid in front- or all-wheel drive, and a 2.5-litre Plug-in Hybrid only with front-wheel drive.
Confirm the drivetrain on the individual vehicle.
How Do You Tell the 2024 Escape Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid Apart?
NRCan says a hybrid charges its battery with electricity the vehicle generates and cannot be plugged in, while a plug-in hybrid has a battery you recharge by plugging it in.
If the 2024 Escape in front of you has a charging port, it is the Plug-in Hybrid.
How Much Fuel Does the 2024 Escape Use?
NRCan rates the 2024 Escape Hybrid at 6.0 L/100 km combined in front- or all-wheel drive, and the gas models at 8.0 to 9.1 L/100 km combined, depending on engine and drive. NRCan says its ratings come from standard tests and may not accurately predict the fuel consumption you will get on the road.
Are There Recalls on the 2024 Escape?
Yes. Transport Canada lists recalls for certain 2024 Escapes, and some only affect vehicles with the 1.5-litre engine, a 1.5-litre or 2.0-litre engine with a factory-installed block heater, or the Plug-in Hybrid.
Ask our team to check the VIN and confirm any open campaigns before you buy.
Is a Used 2024 Escape Covered by Ford's Warranty?
A used 2024 Escape may have remaining factory coverage. Confirm the original in-service date, kilometres, VIN and applicable warranty terms before relying on it.
Ford's 2024 warranty guide covers the Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid's unique components, including the high-voltage battery, for 8 years or 160,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first, from the original warranty start date.
What Should You Check on a Used 2024 Escape After Winter?
On a used 2024 Escape, have the brake lines, subframe and exhaust checked for corrosion, and check the block-heater cord.
On a Plug-in Hybrid, inspect the charging port and the charging cord, and ask whether both battery recall repairs are recorded on that VIN.
So Should You Buy a Used 2024 Escape?
A used 2024 Escape is worth pursuing when you know its powertrain and drive, the underbody passes your mechanic's look, the open campaigns are confirmed by VIN and the paperwork checks out. If any one of those is missing, keep looking.
NRCan rates the 2023, 2024 and 2025 Escape the same by engine and drive, so confirm the model year on any listing.
Browse used Ford Escape SUVs and tell our team at Carleton Place Ford how you plan to use yours.
If a Plug-in Hybrid fits your driving and front-wheel drive is enough, browse used Escape Plug-in Hybrid models as well.
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About the Author:
Kerry Irven is the Vice President of New and Used Automotive Operations for Heighton Automotive Group, a family-owned and operated automotive group serving communities across Eastern Ontario. Kerry began his automotive career in new-car sales, building his experience on the showroom floor and working his way through multi-store dealership operations.
With over 25 years in the automotive industry, Kerry has helped grow automotive businesses from one location with 40 to 50 vehicles in stock to more than 500 vehicles across 10 rooftops. His hands-on background in both new and used-vehicle operations gives him a practical understanding of what customers look for when shopping for their next vehicle.
Throughout his career, Kerry has always been actively involved in staff coaching and in understanding customer wants and needs, helping ensure the businesses he works with continue to adapt to what customers are truly looking for.
One of the most exciting chapters of his career has been the shift into modern automotive marketing, embracing new technology, transparent pricing, customer-first inventory strategies, and new ways to create a better vehicle-shopping experience.
Kerry has completed extensive automotive training, including certification through the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council, involvement with the Used Car Dealers Association of Ontario, Canadian automotive dealer training, and multiple customer service courses.
Born and raised on a farm, Kerry has always valued family, hard work, and a practical, down-to-earth approach. Joining Heighton Automotive Group and working alongside Thomas Heighton and family, along with managing partners Kyle Lothian and Martin Gougeon, has allowed him to bring those same values into the car business. It has also allowed Kerry to continue following a simple philosophy: treat every customer exactly the way he would want to be treated.
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