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Middle 50%$4,499–$7,565
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2003 Ford Escape XLS
VIN
1FMCU02123KD98761
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Last listed by Bestbuy Autozone
779 W 19th St, Unit N, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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2003 Ford Escape XLS
VIN 1FMCU02123KD98761
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bestbuy Autozone | Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | $6,495 | 93,300 mi | 2022-09-30 | 1439 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 1FMCU02123KD98761Trim
XLS
Engine
Horsepower
201
Drivetrain
4x2
Body
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2003
Made by
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
19
MPG
City
17
MPG
Highway
23
MPG
$2,450
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2003 Ford Escape has 9 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Rollover
★★★☆☆
3 of 5 · NHTSA
Tested configuration: 2003 Ford Escape 4-DR.
9 recall campaigns on this model year
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POWER TRAINFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009.NHTSA campaign 15V606000
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SUSPENSIONThe Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on…NHTSA campaign 15E045000
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STRUCTUREFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Escape vehicles manufactured October 22, 1999, through January 23, 2004, originally sold, or currently…NHTSA campaign 14V165000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2003 Ford Escape from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a Ford Escape over the last 6 months — the market firmed $314 in that span.
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Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $3,750 |
| May 2026 | $3,374 |
| June 2026 | $3,604 |
| July 2026 | $3,248 |
| August 2026 | $3,974 |
| September 2026 | $4,064 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2003 Ford Escape with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 15, 2026, among alternatives (model years 2003–2005) to the 2003 Ford Escape in this catalog, the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer has the lowest median asking price ($3,995, 28 listings with photos) and the 2003 Toyota Highlander the highest ($5,850, 47 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 15, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
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2003 Ford Escape
All trims · United States
$4,223Comparison catalog median · 25 listings with photos in the comparison sample
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Middle 50%: $3,000–$4,995
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$1,627 higher median
2003 Toyota Highlander
All trims
$5,850Median asking price · 47 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,900–$6,695
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$228 lower median
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer
All trims
$3,995Median asking price · 28 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,500–$5,195
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$272 higher median
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser
All trims
$4,495Median asking price · 27 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,900–$5,950
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$922 higher median
2005 Subaru Outback
All trims
$5,145Median asking price · 70 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,995–$6,500
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Ford Escape All trims | $4,223 | $3,000–$4,995 | 25 |
| 2003 Honda CR-V All trims | $5,499 | $4,499–$7,565 | 50 |
| 2003 Toyota Highlander All trims | $5,850 | $4,900–$6,695 | 47 |
| 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer All trims | $3,995 | $3,500–$5,195 | 28 |
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser All trims | $4,495 | $3,900–$5,950 | 27 |
| 2005 Subaru Outback All trims | $5,145 | $3,995–$6,500 | 70 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
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Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2001–2007What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 49 | $4,377 | 100% | 154,819 mi |
| 2006 | 47 | $4,890 | 112% | 152,595 mi |
| 2005 | 54 | $4,375 | 100% | 138,234 mi |
| 2004 | 22 | $4,435 | 101% | 155,341 mi |
| 2003 | 29 | $4,128 | 94% | 168,598 mi |
| 2002 | 14 | $3,372 | 77% | 172,807 mi |
| 2001 | 12 | $3,085 | 70% | 182,248 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
