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What’s the best year for a used Ford Escape?

I’m interested in getting a Ford Escape as I’ve heard they’re really good cars. I just don’t know what year of Escape I should get. What’s the best year for a used Ford Escape?

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Kara Vanderbeek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The best way to avoid major car troubles and expensive repair bills down the road is to do your research. When it comes to the best years for used
Ford Escape
, the best is 2010.
Excellent crash test scores, ample cargo space for passengers, exceptional performance, and refined tech features make the 2010 model stand out from the rest. Not only will this ride be safe, it’s fairly inexpensive. In fact, usnews.com ranked the 2010 Escape as No. 16 in the 2010 inexpensive compact SUV category.
If you can’t get your hands on a 2010 model, the 2011 and 2012 model years are also standouts. With impressive fuel efficiency results and high rankings from Edmunds and JD Power, these model years are worth considering.
So which years should you avoid? Between recalls, hefty repair bills, complaints, and annoyances, these model years aren’t worth your time or money: 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, and 2013.
Speaking of safety, it’s important to ensure you’re protected with a solid insurance plan before you hit the road. Luckily, the cost for older, used
Ford insurance
is lower than for any newer Escape models!
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