2017 Ford Escape Depreciation
A 9-year-old 2017 Ford Escape has lost about 65.5% of its roughly $27,000 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $10,538, with most listings between $8,431 and $14,990. Listed examples average 94,593 miles.
2017 Ford Escape Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2017 Ford Escape Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 30k–50k mi | $15,990 | 19 |
| 50k–75k mi | $14,297 | 43 |
| 75k–100k mi | $12,590 | 87 |
| 100k–130k mi | $10,064 | 76 |
| Over 130k mi | $7,637 | 31 |
What's a Good Price for a 2017 Ford Escape?
Great deal
Under $9,505
Typical
$9,505–$14,087
Overpriced
Above $14,087
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 260 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $9,505 and $14,087, with a median of $11,789.
Ownership & Condition
Across 260 2017 Ford Escape listings.
Accident-free
75%
One-owner
12.5%
Avg owners
2.3
Personal use
25%
2017 Ford Escape Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Combined
24 MPG
City / Hwy
21 / 28
Fuel / year
$2,650
Fuel
Regular
Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2017 Ford Escape trim holds its value.
How the 2017 Ford Escape Compares to Other Years
At 65.5% depreciation, the 2017 Ford Escape sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2018 has lost 61.5% (around $11,999), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $1,461 more. The older 2016 sits at 70.1% (around $9,693), so dropping back a year saves about $845. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2017 Ford Escape.
Known Issues & Complaints
2,601 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls reported.
ENGINE
1174 complaintsThe 2017 Ford escape left me and my young child broke down on the side of the road would not crank was running rough. Had the car towed to a mechanic there is coolant leaking into the motor. Replacement of motor is needed. Ford has changed
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
469 complaintsThe contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate. While driving in traffic and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power an
POWER TRAIN
364 complaintsAfter years of driving Escape with issue finally found a mechanic that could definitely diagnose the problem. Was told that it was the torque converter and now possibly the transmission because it had been happening for so long. It shifts g
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
121 complaintsWhile driving on the highway at speed of 65-70 mph, there was a loud and felt "clunk" and immediate loss of power. Dashboard screen said "faulty engine service immediately" and warning bells came on. Frightened, I immediately pulled over in
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
115 complaintsConsumer haveing coolant intrusion into cylinder 3 due to a defect on a 2017 ford escape titanium eco boost 2.0
WHEELS
71 complaintsThe contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while taking the vehicle in for a routine tire rotation, the dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts were swollen, and the tires could not be rotated. The contact's wife pur
Top Issues
- ENGINE
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- POWER TRAIN
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 16V617000 (VISIBILITY): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The settings for the closing-forc
- !Recall 22V413000 (POWER TRAIN): 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 attache
- !Recall 26V011000 (EQUIPMENT): 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 deve
- !Recall 26V374000 (VISIBILITY): Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Escape vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 16V617. The power-operated windows may exert excessive force
2017 Ford Escape Listings
Real 2017 Escape listings on the market now.
$16,990
2017 SE · White
34,189 mi · Tampa, FL
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$15,990
2017 SE · Blue
46,621 mi · Seattle, WA
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$15,590
2017 SE · Blue
51,228 mi · Richmond, VA
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$13,990
2017 S · Gray
75,525 mi · Sacramento, CA
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$14,290
2017 SE · White
81,704 mi · Portland, OR
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$14,990
2017 Titanium · Silver
93,990 mi · Indianapolis, IN
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2017 Ford Escape worth?
A 2017 Ford Escape is typically worth around $10,538, with most listings falling between $8,431 and $14,990. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 94,593 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2017 Ford Escape depreciated?
The 2017 Ford Escape has lost about 65.5% of its original $27,000 base MSRP — roughly $17,685 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2017 Escape have?
Listed 2017 Escapes average about 94,593 miles, with most between 63,544 and 124,705. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2017 Ford Escape?
For a 2017 Ford Escape, anything under $9,505 is a strong deal, $9,505 to $14,087 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $14,087 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2017 Ford Escape are computed from 200 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.