I can’t say much about resale value, but I had the same concern when my EcoSport was discontinued. The tech told me that a lot of the parts are shared across other models, so you shouldn’t have trouble finding what you need.
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No reason not to buy it. The discontinuation isn’t because it’s a bad car—it’s just Ford shifting production to EVs at the Kentucky plant. The Bronco Sport is basically the same car and will continue, so parts should be fine. I’ve owned a few Fords, including an 18 Fusion, and they’ve been solid.
If you like the car, buy it. Parts will be available for years since they’re the same as other Escapes from 2020 onward. If you’re worried about resale value, consider buying a lightly used one so the first owner takes the depreciation hit. Good luck!
Why avoid buying a car just because it’s being discontinued? Every car eventually stops production or gets replaced. As long as you like it, go for it.
I haven’t seen anything official from Ford about discontinuing the Escape. It’s one of their best sellers after the F-150. They’ve been saying the Edge is going away since 2018, and it’s still here. So who knows?
It depends on how long you usually keep your cars. If you’re someone who drives them into the ground, resale value won’t matter. Just know that discontinued models usually have parts available for at least seven years.
Farrell said:
Avoid the 1.5L EcoBoost engine—it’s too small for the Escape. If you can find a used hybrid in good condition, that’s a much better option.
The 1.5L is just fine. It’s on par with other SUVs in its class.
Farrell said:
Avoid the 1.5L EcoBoost engine—it’s too small for the Escape. If you can find a used hybrid in good condition, that’s a much better option.
I’ve got the 1.5L, and I’m an aggressive driver. It handles great for me.