Ford Escape Maintenance Costs
A Ford Escape will cost about $8,721 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for popular SUV models by $412. There is also a 26.60% chance that an Escape will require a major repair during that time. This is 5.10% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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Ford Escape Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.74% | $289 |
| 2 | 4.55% | $341 |
| 3 | 5.11% | $423 |
| 4 | 9.02% | $555 |
| 5 | 12.92% | $664 |
| 6 | 14.53% | $837 |
| 7 | 15.68% | $1,186 |
| 8 | 20.27% | $1,325 |
| 9 | 22.40% | $1,455 |
| 10 | 26.60% | $1,646 |
| 11 | 41.21% | $1,671 |
| 12 | 51.27% | $1,877 |
Ford Escape Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 5,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 10,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 20,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 30,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Ball Joints, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 40,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 50,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 60,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Clean and Repack Wheel Bearing, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Ball Joints, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 70,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 80,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 90,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Fuel Filter Replacement, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Ball Joints, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 100,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush, Fuel Filter Replacement, Spark Plugs Replacement, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement, Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 110,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Replace Timing Belt, Transmission Fluid Service, Water Pump Replacement, Lubricate Ball Joints, Change Oil and Filter, Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Replacement |
| 130,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 140,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 150,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Transmission Fluid Service, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement, Lubricate Ball Joints, Serpentine/Drive Belt Replacement, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
What About Ford Escape Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Ford Escape is about $1,484 per year. This adds up to around $7,420 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Ford Escape. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Ford Escape Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Ford Escape ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Escape stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Ford Escape Costs of Ownership
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