Used Ford EcoSport cars

The style of the car

If you’re looking for SUV looks and practicality in a car that’s not much bigger than a family hatchback, the Ford EcoSport is a great choice. It’s a five-door crossover with plenty of style especially in models fitted with the sporty ST-Line package. It looks rugged and has a high driving position giving a clear view of the road ahead.

How it drives

Like most Ford models, the EcoSport is a good car to drive with the choice of both front-wheel and all-wheel drive. It’s compact enough to cope with congested city streets and is easy to park, when equipped with a reversing camera. Petrol and diesel engines provide more than enough power and it’s comfortable even on longer journeys. EcoSports fitted with one of the larger engines are suitable for towing small trailers.

The interior

The Ford EcoSport is a five-door compact crossover, which means it’s taller than the Fiesta without taking up much more room on the road. The interior is spacious enough to sit four adults comfortably, or two plus three kids, and while the boot door opens outwards, the boot itself will accommodate a pushchair or a few suitcases with ease. Entry-level models are well equipped while Titanium versions get all the kit and the ST-Line models bring a more sporty look.

Running costs and reliability

Pricing for a used Ford EcoSport is similar to competitors such as the Nissan Juke and Peugeot 2008. It’s not much bigger than a Fiesta which, together with the very efficient engines, makes it economical on fuel. Insurance and road tax costs are also low, as are servicing and maintenance rates from the wide network of Ford dealerships. Reliability is well above average and it received four stars for safety from Euro NCAP.

How it compares with similar cars

As a crossover, the EcoSport is smaller than a full-sized SUV. It’s compact enough to cope well with city driving but capable enough to handle rural trips and longer journeys. It’s about the same size as the Nissan Juke or Peugeot 2008. One of the EcoSport’s best features is the superb EcoBoost engine, which received an International Engine of the Year award.

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