Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer – Which Car Insurance is the Cheapest?

Find out if insuring a Ford Escape or Explorer will save the most money. We compared rates back to 2015 to find the cheaper model.

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  • If the most affordable price on car insurance is a huge factor in deciding model you take home from the dealership, you’ll want to put more consideration into the Ford Explorer over the Ford Escape.
  • For the 2024 Ford Escape, average insurance rates cost from $2,002 to $2,228 per year, while insurance on a 2024 Ford Explorer ranges from $1,856 to $2,262, depending on the exact model being insured.
  • The Ford Escape Active and the Ford Explorer XLT 2WD are the models with the cheapest car insurance rates for each vehicle in our comparison.

Is car insurance cheaper for a Ford Escape or Explorer?

Car insurance rates for a 2024 Ford Escape cost an average of $2,138 per year, whereas insurance for a Ford Explorer averages $2,124 per year, making the Ford Explorer the cheapest of the two to insure.

Out of 10 trims for the 2024 Ford Escape, the cheapest rates are on the Active model at a cost of $2,002 per year. Out of the 13 trims available for the Ford Explorer, the cheapest 2024 trim level to insure is the XLT 2WD model at a cost of $1,856 per year, or around $155 per month.

When all 23 trims of both models are combined and compared, the cheapest trim is the Ford Explorer XLT 2WD at a cost of $1,856 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim is the Ford Explorer King Ranch 4WD costing $2,262 per year.

The table shown below compares and ranks the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2024 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, showing average premium cost for each trim level.

2024 Model Year Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,856$155
$1,920$160
$2,002$167
$2,028$169
$2,062$172
$2,092$174
$2,100$175
$2,110$176
$2,118$177
$2,132$178
$2,132$178
$2,136$178
$2,152$179
$2,174$181
$2,182$182
$2,194$183
$2,196$183
$2,214$185
$2,220$185
$2,228$186
$2,228$186
$2,258$188
$2,262$189

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on June 27, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Ford Escape and a 2024 Ford Explorer
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2024 Ford Escape and a 2024 Ford Explorer

The chart shown below illustrates the average cost to insure the two models with different ages of drivers. For a 2024 Ford Escape, average insurance cost ranges from $1,898 to $4,312 per year. A 2024 Ford Explorer costs from $1,882 to $4,290 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 1: Average car insurance premiums for 2024 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

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Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2024 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2024 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$6,630$6,603
20-Year-Old$4,312$4,290
25-Year-Old$2,482$2,466
30-Year-Old$2,274$2,266
40-Year-Old$2,138$2,124
50-Year-Old$1,898$1,882
60-Year-Old$1,776$1,762

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2024 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

The tables shown below show all the available trims for both 2024 models, including an overall average cost for each model. The cheapest to insure for the 2024 model year is the Ford Explorer.

2024 Ford Escape

$2,138

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2024 Ford Escape
2024 Ford Escape TrimsRate
Active$2,002
ST-Line2,028
ST-Line Hybrid2,100
ST-Line Select2,118
ST-Line Select Hybrid2,136
Platinum Hybrid2,174
Platinum2,182
ST-Line Elite2,196
ST-Line Elite Hybrid2,214
Plug-in Hybrid2,228
2024 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,138

2024 Ford Explorer

$2,124

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2024 Ford Escape
2024 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
XLT 2WD$1,856
XLT 4WD1,920
ST-Line 2WD2,062
Limited 2WD2,092
ST-Line 4WD2,110
Limited 4WD2,132
Timberline 4WD2,132
ST 2WD2,152
ST 4WD2,194
Platinum 2WD2,220
King Ranch 2WD2,228
Platinum 4WD2,258
King Ranch 4WD2,262
2024 Ford Explorer Average Rate$2,124

2023 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

Insurance on a 2023 Ford Escape averages $2,086 per year, while insurance for a Ford Explorer costs an average of $1,950 per year, making the Ford Explorer the model with cheaper overall insurance rates.

Out of 14 trims for the 2023 Ford Escape, the cheapest auto insurance rates are on the Base model at a cost of $1,948 per year. For the 17 trims available for the Ford Explorer, the cheapest 2023 trim level to insure is the XLT 2WD model at a cost of $1,768.

When all 31 trims of both models are combined and compared, the lowest-cost model and trim level to insure is the Ford Explorer XLT 2WD at a cost of $1,768 per year. The overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Ford Escape ST-Line Elite Hybrid AWD at an average of $2,188 per year.

For model years prior to 2023, average insurance prices compare as shown in the list below. Click on any link to view average rates for all trim levels.

The table below compares the annual and monthly cost of car insurance for 2023 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, showing average cost by trim level for each model.

2023 Model Year Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,768$147
$1,808$151
$1,898$158
$1,918$160
$1,932$161
$1,936$161
$1,944$162
$1,944$162
$1,948$162
$1,958$163
$1,978$165
$1,982$165
$1,986$166
$1,988$166
$1,992$166
$1,998$167
$2,006$167
$2,010$168
$2,012$168
$2,018$168
$2,026$169
$2,036$170
$2,056$171
$2,090$174
$2,102$175
$2,120$177
$2,154$180
$2,174$181
$2,174$181
$2,174$181
$2,188$182

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on June 27, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Ford Escape and a 2023 Ford Explorer
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2023 Ford Escape and a 2023 Ford Explorer

The next chart illustrates the average cost to insure both 2023 models with different ages of drivers. For a 2023 Ford Escape, average insurance cost ranges from $1,854 to $4,216 per year for the example age groups. A 2023 Ford Explorer costs from $1,718 to $3,872 to insure per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 2: Average car insurance premiums for 2023 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2023 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2023 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$6,485$5,952
20-Year-Old$4,216$3,872
25-Year-Old$2,422$2,264
30-Year-Old$2,216$2,090
40-Year-Old$2,086$1,950
50-Year-Old$1,854$1,718
60-Year-Old$1,736$1,608

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2023 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

The tables shown below show the cost to insure the available trim levels for both 2023 models, as well as the overall average rate for each model. The 2023 Ford Explorer reigns victorious over the 2023 Ford Escape for cheapest car insurance rates.

2023 Ford Escape

$2,086

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2023 Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape TrimsRate
Base$1,948
Active1,986
Base AWD1,988
ST-Line2,010
Active AWD2,036
ST-Line AWD2,056
ST-Line Hybrid2,090
ST-Line Select AWD2,102
ST-Line Select Hybrid AWD2,120
Platinum Hybrid2,154
Platinum Hybrid AWD2,174
ST-Line Elite AWD2,174
Plug-in Hybrid2,174
ST-Line Elite Hybrid AWD2,188
2023 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,086

2023 Ford Explorer

$1,950

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2023 Ford Escape
2023 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
XLT 2WD$1,768
XLT 4WD1,808
ST-Line 2WD1,898
Limited 2WD1,918
ST-Line 4WD1,932
Base 2WD1,936
Limited 4WD1,944
Timberline 4WD1,944
ST 2WD1,958
ST 4WD1,978
Base 4WD1,982
Limited Hybrid 2WD1,992
Platinum 2WD1,998
King Ranch 2WD2,006
Limited Hybrid 4WD2,012
Platinum 4WD2,018
King Ranch 4WD2,026
2023 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,950

2022 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

Insurance rates on a 2022 Ford Escape cost an average of $2,102 per year, whereas a 2022 Ford Explorer averages $2,010 per year, making the Ford Explorer the cheaper of the two to insure.

For a 2022 Ford Escape, insurance rates range from $1,904 per year for the S model up to $2,302 for the Titanium Plug-in Hybrid model.

For a 2022 Ford Explorer, rates can range from $1,850 per year on the XLT 2WD model up to $2,126 on the Platinum 4WD model.

For a 2022 Ford Escape, the lowest-cost models to insure are the S, SE, and SE Hybrid. The cheapest Ford Explorer trims to insure include the XLT 2WD, 2WD, and XLT 4WD. From a monthly standpoint, car insurance rates for all 2022 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models range from $154 to $192 per month.

The table below compares and ranks the yearly and monthly cost of car insurance for 2022 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, with average rates for each vehicle.

2022 Model Year Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Rates
Model and Trim Level Annual Premium Cost Per Month
$1,850$154
$1,886$157
$1,888$157
$1,904$159
$1,932$161
$1,972$164
$1,980$165
$1,992$166
$2,002$167
$2,008$167
$2,020$168
$2,028$169
$2,034$170
$2,038$170
$2,044$170
$2,050$171
$2,054$171
$2,100$175
$2,104$175
$2,106$176
$2,108$176
$2,116$176
$2,120$177
$2,120$177
$2,122$177
$2,126$177
$2,182$182
$2,236$186
$2,260$188
$2,302$192

Data Methodogy: Rated driver is a 40-year-old male with with good credit, a clean driving record, and no claims or at-fault accidents. Premium includes comprehensive and collision coverage with $500 deductibles. Liability limits are 100/300/100 and UM/UIM and medical payments coverage is included. Rates last updated on June 27, 2025

Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Ford Escape and a 2022 Ford Explorer
Annual and monthly insurance cost by trim level for a 2022 Ford Escape and a 2022 Ford Explorer

The following chart illustrates the average cost to insure the two models with different ages of drivers. For a 2022 Ford Escape, insurance cost ranges from $1,866 to $4,254 per year for the age groups used in this illustration. Insurance on the 2022 Ford Explorer ranges from $1,776 to $4,020 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 3: Average car insurance premiums for 2022 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2022 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2022 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$6,548$6,182
20-Year-Old$4,254$4,020
25-Year-Old$2,440$2,332
30-Year-Old$2,236$2,146
40-Year-Old$2,102$2,010
50-Year-Old$1,866$1,776
60-Year-Old$1,748$1,664

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2022 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

Out of 15 Ford Escape trim levels, the lowest-cost 2022 trim level to insure is the S model at an average cost of $1,904 per year, or about $159 per month.

The 2022 Ford Explorer has 15 different trims available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the XLT 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,850 per year.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the most affordable model and trim level to buy insurance for is the Ford Explorer XLT 2WD at a cost of $1,850 per year, and the most expensive vehicle to insure is the Ford Escape Titanium Plug-in Hybrid costing $2,302 per year.

The tables below break down all the available trims for both 2022 models, including the average rate for each model. The 2022 Ford Explorer wins the head-to-head comparison over the 2022 Ford Escape for the cheapest average car insurance rates.

2022 Ford Escape

$2,102

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2022 Ford Escape
2022 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S$1,904
SE1,972
SE Hybrid1,980
SE AWD2,038
SEL2,044
SE Hybrid AWD2,050
SEL Hybrid2,104
SEL AWD2,108
SE Plug-in Hybrid2,116
Titanium Hybrid2,120
SEL Hybrid AWD2,122
Titanium Hybrid AWD2,182
Titanium AWD2,236
SEL Plug-in Hybrid2,260
Titanium Plug-in Hybrid2,302
2022 Ford Escape Average Rate$2,102

2022 Ford Explorer

$2,010

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2022 Ford Escape
2022 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
XLT 2WD$1,850
2WD1,886
XLT 4WD1,888
4WD1,932
ST 2WD1,992
ST-Line 2WD2,002
Limited 2WD2,008
Timberline 4WD2,020
ST-Line 4WD2,028
Limited 4WD2,034
ST 4WD2,054
King Ranch 2WD2,100
Platinum 2WD2,106
King Ranch 4WD2,120
Platinum 4WD2,126
2022 Ford Explorer Average Rate$2,010

2021 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

When comparing insurance cost for 2021 models, the Ford Escape costs an average of $1,868 per year for full coverage and the Ford Explorer costs $2,058, making the Ford Escape the model with cheaper insurance by $190 for this comparison year.

The next chart demonstrates the average car insurance cost for both 2021 models for four different driver age groups. The average car insurance cost ranges from $1,660 to $3,776 per year for the 2021 Ford Escape, and $1,824 to $4,132 on a 2021 Ford Explorer.

Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 4: Average car insurance premiums for 2021 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2021 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2021 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$5,808$6,348
20-Year-Old$3,776$4,132
25-Year-Old$2,168$2,390
30-Year-Old$1,988$2,196
40-Year-Old$1,868$2,058
50-Year-Old$1,660$1,824
60-Year-Old$1,556$1,706

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2021 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

The 2021 Ford Escape has 10 trim levels available, with the most affordable trim level to insure being the S 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,738 per year, or around $145 per month.

For the 13 different option levels available for a Ford Explorer, the lowest-cost 2021 trim level to insure is the 2WD trim at a cost of $1,808 per year, or $151 per month.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the most affordable model and trim level to put coverage on is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average cost of $1,738 per year. The most expensive trim is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD at an average cost of $2,212 per year.

The tables shown below detail the expected annual car insurance cost by trim level for both 2021 models, along with the average rate for each model. The winner for the 2021 car insurance battle is the Ford Escape.

2021 Ford Escape

$1,868

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2021 Ford Escape
2021 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,738
SE 2WD1,768
SE AWD1,834
SE Sport Hybrid 2WD1,834
SE Sport Hybrid 4WD1,834
SEL 2WD1,834
SEL AWD1,898
Titanium Hybrid 2WD1,962
Titanium Hybrid AWD1,962
Titanium AWD2,028
2021 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,868

2021 Ford Explorer

$2,058

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2021 Ford Escape
2021 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,808
4WD1,872
XLT 2WD1,936
XLT 4WD1,936
Police 4WD2,000
Limited 2WD2,066
Timberline 4WD2,110
Limited 4WD2,128
ST 4WD2,128
King Ranch 2WD2,174
King Ranch 4WD2,194
Platinum 2WD2,194
Platinum 4WD2,212
2021 Ford Explorer Average Rate$2,058

2020 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

For the 2020 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, the Ford Escape has cheaper car insurance rates by $144 per year for this model year.

The next chart demonstrates the average insurance cost for the two models rated for multiple driver ages. The average full-coverage insurance policy ranges from $1,612 to $3,662 per year for a 2020 Ford Escape, and $1,740 to $3,930 for a 2020 Ford Explorer for the illustrated age groups.

Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 5: Average car insurance premiums for 2020 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2020 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2020 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$5,633$6,033
20-Year-Old$3,662$3,930
25-Year-Old$2,104$2,272
30-Year-Old$1,930$2,088
40-Year-Old$1,814$1,958
50-Year-Old$1,612$1,740
60-Year-Old$1,510$1,628

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2020 model year. Updated June 26, 2025

The 2020 Ford Escape has 10 trims available, with the cheapest model to insure being the S 2WD model at an average cost of $1,686 per year. For the nine option levels available for a Ford Explorer, the most affordable 2020 trim package to insure is the 2WD trim at a cost of $1,768 per year, or about $147 per month.

When rates for all 19 trim levels for both vehicles are combined and compared, the cheapest model and trim level to put coverage on is the Ford Escape S 2WD at a cost of $1,686 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD at an average of $2,138 per year.

The two tables below break down all the available trims for both 2020 models, along with the average rate for each model. The 2020 Ford Escape defeats the 2020 Ford Explorer for the cheapest average car insurance rates.

2020 Ford Escape

$1,814

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2020 Ford Escape
2020 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,686
SE 2WD1,716
SE AWD1,780
SE Sport Hybrid 2WD1,780
SE Sport Hybrid 4WD1,780
SEL 2WD1,780
SEL AWD1,842
Titanium Hybrid 2WD1,902
Titanium Hybrid AWD1,902
Titanium AWD1,964
2020 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,814

2020 Ford Explorer

$1,958

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2020 Ford Escape
2020 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,768
4WD1,828
XLT 2WD1,890
XLT 4WD1,890
Police 4WD1,952
Limited 2WD2,014
Limited 4WD2,076
ST 4WD2,076
Platinum 4WD2,138
2020 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,958

2019 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

When comparing insurance rates for the 2019 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, the Ford Escape has cheaper rates by an average of $22 per year.

The chart shown below visualizes the average cost to insure both 2019 models for the 20, 30, 40, and 50-year-old driver age groups. The average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,656 to $3,794 per year for a 2019 Ford Escape, and $1,672 to $3,802 on a 2019 Ford Explorer for the sample drivers in the chart.

Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 6: Average car insurance premiums for 2019 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2019 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2019 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$5,848$5,847
20-Year-Old$3,794$3,802
25-Year-Old$2,162$2,188
30-Year-Old$1,976$2,006
40-Year-Old$1,862$1,884
50-Year-Old$1,656$1,672
60-Year-Old$1,552$1,566

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2019 model year. Updated June 26, 2025

For the seven trim levels available for the 2019 Ford Escape, the lowest-cost model to insure is the S 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,752 per year.

For the eight trim levels available for the Ford Explorer, the cheapest 2019 model to insure is the 2WD model at a cost of $1,744.

When comparing rates by trim level for both models, the lowest-cost model and trim level to put coverage on is the Ford Explorer 2WD at an average of $1,744 per year, and the highest-cost model and trim level is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD costing $2,040 per year.

The next two rate tables detail both 2019 models and all trim levels available for each one, plus the average rate for each model. The 2019 Ford Escape has more affordable average car insurance rates than the 2019 Ford Explorer.

2019 Ford Escape

$1,862

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2019 Ford Escape
2019 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,752
SE 2WD1,812
SE AWD1,812
SEL 2WD1,870
SEL AWD1,870
Titanium 2WD1,930
Titanium AWD1,988
2019 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,862

2019 Ford Explorer

$1,884

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2019 Ford Escape
2019 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,744
4WD1,804
XLT 2WD1,804
XLT 4WD1,864
Limited 2WD1,920
Limited 4WD1,920
Sport 4WD1,980
Platinum 4WD2,040
2019 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,884

2018 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

A 2018 Ford Escape costs $18 less per year to insure per year on average than a 2018 Ford Explorer, a difference of 1%.

The chart shown below shows the average cost to insure both models using different driver ages. For a 2018 Ford Escape, average car insurance cost ranges from $1,578 to $3,598 per year for the illustrated age groups. Insurance for a 2018 Ford Explorer costs from $1,588 to $3,594 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 7: Average car insurance premiums for 2018 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2018 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2018 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$5,537$5,523
20-Year-Old$3,598$3,594
25-Year-Old$2,054$2,072
30-Year-Old$1,874$1,900
40-Year-Old$1,768$1,786
50-Year-Old$1,578$1,588
60-Year-Old$1,478$1,486

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2018 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

Out of seven Ford Escape trim levels, the lowest-cost 2018 trim to insure is the S 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,626 per year, or around $136 per month. A 2018 Ford Explorer has nine trim and option levels available, with the cheapest trim level to insure being the 2WD model at an average cost of $1,668 per year, or about $139 per month.

When comparing car insurance rates for both models by trim level, the cheapest vehicle to buy insurance for is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average cost of $1,626 per year, and the most expensive trim is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD costing an average of $1,946 per year.

The two tables below illustrate average cost to insure each trim level for a 2018 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer, as well as the overall average rate for each model.

2018 Ford Escape

$1,768

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2018 Ford Escape
2018 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,626
SE 2WD1,680
SE AWD1,738
SEL 2WD1,792
SEL AWD1,792
Titanium 2WD1,848
Titanium AWD1,904
2018 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,768

2018 Ford Explorer

$1,786

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2018 Ford Escape
2018 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,668
Police Edition 4WD1,668
4WD1,724
XLT 2WD1,724
XLT 4WD1,780
Limited 2WD1,836
Limited 4WD1,836
Sport 4WD1,892
Platinum 4WD1,946
2018 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,786

2017 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

When comparing average insurance rates for the 2017 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, the Ford Escape has cheaper rates by $38 per year.

The chart below illustrates the average cost to insure both 2017 models for a range of driver ages. A full-coverage car insurance policy ranges from $1,494 to $3,404 per year on the 2017 Ford Escape, and $1,524 to $3,444 for the 2017 Ford Explorer for the age groups in the chart.

Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 8: Average car insurance premiums for 2017 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 26, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2017 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2017 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$5,234$5,290
20-Year-Old$3,404$3,444
25-Year-Old$1,942$1,984
30-Year-Old$1,770$1,822
40-Year-Old$1,676$1,714
50-Year-Old$1,494$1,524
60-Year-Old$1,402$1,426

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2017 model year. Updated June 26, 2025

The 2017 Ford Escape has five trims available, with the lowest-cost model to insure being the S 2WD model at an average cost of $1,570 per year.

For the nine trim levels available for the Ford Explorer, the lowest-cost 2017 model to insure is the 2WD model at a cost of $1,610 per year, or $134 per month.

When all 14 trims of both models are combined and compared, the most affordable model and trim level to put coverage on is the Ford Escape S 2WD at a cost of $1,570 per year. The most expensive trim is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD costing an average of $1,872 per year.

The tables below detail trim level insurance cost averages for both 2017 models, along with the average rate for each model. The model with the cheapest auto insurance rates for 2017 is the Ford Escape.

2017 Ford Escape

$1,676

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2017 Ford Escape
2017 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,570
SE 2WD1,624
SE AWD1,678
Titanium 2WD1,730
Titanium AWD1,776
2017 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,676

2017 Ford Explorer

$1,714

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2017 Ford Escape
2017 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,610
Police Edition 4WD1,610
4WD1,662
XLT 2WD1,662
XLT 4WD1,662
Limited 2WD1,768
Limited 4WD1,768
Sport 4WD1,820
Platinum 4WD1,872
2017 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,714

2016 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

For 2016 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, the Ford Escape is cheaper to insure by $184 per year for this model year.

The next chart visualizes the average insurance cost for both models using different driver ages. For a 2016 Ford Escape, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,422 to $3,214 per year for the age groups in the chart. Full-coverage car insurance on a 2016 Ford Explorer costs from $1,580 to $3,584 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 9: Average car insurance premiums for 2016 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2016 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2016 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$4,934$5,507
20-Year-Old$3,214$3,584
25-Year-Old$1,840$2,054
30-Year-Old$1,676$1,876
40-Year-Old$1,588$1,772
50-Year-Old$1,422$1,580
60-Year-Old$1,328$1,478

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2016 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

Out of five trims for a 2016 Ford Escape, the cheapest auto insurance rates are on the S 2WD model at a cost of $1,492 per year, or around $124 per month. For the nine trim levels available for the Ford Explorer, the lowest-cost 2016 trim level to insure is the 2WD model at a cost of $1,686 per year, or $141 per month.

When comparing both models combined at a trim-level basis, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at a cost of $1,492 per year. The overall most expensive vehicle to insure is the Ford Explorer Platinum 4WD at an average of $1,928 per year.

The next tables display both 2016 models and all trim levels available for each one, plus an average rate for each model.

2016 Ford Escape

$1,588

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2016 Ford Escape
2016 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,492
SE 2WD1,542
SE AWD1,590
Titanium 2WD1,636
Titanium AWD1,676
2016 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,588

2016 Ford Explorer

$1,772

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2016 Ford Escape
2016 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,686
4WD1,686
Police Edition 4WD1,686
XLT 2WD1,734
XLT 4WD1,734
Limited 2WD1,830
Limited 4WD1,830
Sport 4WD1,830
Platinum 4WD1,928
2016 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,772

2015 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer

For the 2015 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models, the Ford Escape has cheaper car insurance rates by $178 per year for this model year.

The following chart demonstrates the average cost to insure the two models rated for different driver ages. For the 2015 Ford Escape, the average cost of car insurance ranges from $1,268 to $2,856 per year for the chosen age groups in the chart. Car insurance for a 2015 Ford Explorer ranges from $1,428 to $3,206 on average per year.

Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages.
Figure 10: Average car insurance premiums for 2015 Ford Escape and Ford Explorer models for different driver ages. Rates updated on June 27, 2025.

Data Methodology: Rates based on a 2015 model year Ford Escape and Ford Explorer. Rates assume a clean driving record and no claims or at-fault accidents. Comprehensive and collision deductibles are $500 and coverage includes UM/UIM and medical payments coverage. Premium amounts are averaged across all trim levels for each vehicle.

2015 Ford Escape vs. Ford Explorer Insurance Cost
Driver Age Ford Escape Ford Explorer
18-Year-Old$4,381$4,906
20-Year-Old$2,856$3,206
25-Year-Old$1,638$1,844
30-Year-Old$1,498$1,684
40-Year-Old$1,416$1,594
50-Year-Old$1,268$1,428
60-Year-Old$1,188$1,334

Data Methodology: Rated drivers have no driving violations or at-fault accidents in the prior three years. Uninsured Motorist (UM), Underinsured Motorist (UIM) and medical payments coverages are included. Premium is averaged for all trim levels available for each vehicle for the 2015 model year. Updated June 27, 2025

Out of five Ford Escape trim levels, the most affordable 2015 trim to insure is the S 2WD trim at an average cost of $1,326 per year, or about $111 per month. Out of the eight option levels available for the Ford Explorer, the most affordable 2015 trim to insure is the 2WD model at a cost of $1,544 per year, or $129 per month.

When looking at the combined rates by trim for both models, the most affordable model and trim level to insure is the Ford Escape S 2WD at an average cost of $1,326 per year, and the most expensive model and trim level is the Ford Explorer Sport 4WD at an average of $1,678 per year.

The next two rate tables illustrate the expected annual car insurance cost by trim level for both 2015 models, along with the average rate for each model.

2015 Ford Escape

$1,416

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for a 2015 Ford Escape
2015 Ford Escape TrimsRate
S 2WD$1,326
SE 2WD1,370
SE AWD1,416
Titanium 2WD1,460
Titanium AWD1,504
2015 Ford Escape Average Rate$1,416

2015 Ford Explorer

$1,594

Insurance Rates by Trim Level for 2015 Ford Escape
2015 Ford Explorer TrimsRate
2WD$1,544
4WD1,544
Police Edition 4WD1,544
XLT 2WD1,544
XLT 4WD1,590
Limited 2WD1,634
Limited 4WD1,678
Sport 4WD1,678
2015 Ford Explorer Average Rate$1,594

Additional Ford Escape and Ford Explorer Resources