Ford EcoSport [2013-2015] User Reviews

Exterior Much has already been said about the Ecosport's exteriors. You either love'em or hate'em, but can't ignore them. To me, personally, the black door handles & mirrors appeal more than the body coloured on upper variants, as they enhance the butch & macho look of the car.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) The front seats are definitely more comfortable than the almost flat rear bench seat (in Ambiente) However notheing much to complain here. Plastic quality is, imho, really good, way better than even the Amaze, City iVTEC, or Verna. Black grey looks classy (i hate beige - irritates when driving against the sun, as the beige tend to cast reflection on the windscreen).

So many stowage spaces & cubbyholes, no hump on the rear floor & a decently large boot add to the big hatch image.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Its been a sheer pleasure driving this car around. Slick & smooth gear shifts, and power assisted feather-light steering makes driving in traffic a breeze. I think I'm getting a fuel economy of around 16-17 in city traffic (only 230km clocked as yet).

I just follow these guidelines very strictly:

First km of the day at almost idling speed (for the turbo to warmup)

Focus your eyes on the road about 400m ahead and then decide whether you really want to floor the gas pedal. (accelerating-braking too often takes toll on fuel economy).

Ride Quality & Handling This is definitely one of the best in class. I'd like to compare it with the Innova or even CRV or Fortuner. Very pliant ride.

Final Words I'm glad I had the patience to wait for the ecosport and that I did not buy the rapid or verna diesel that were under consideration.

Areas of improvement Doors closing is inconsistent. Handbrake lever is for the side passenger to operate as the lever is too close to the seatbelt clamp. Seats could have been a wee bit wide.

Styling, fuel economy, commanding driver's positionHand brake lever position LHD oriented, no Tachometer.

Looks very good and ground clearence is ok.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Back seats is little lowly placed.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Very good smooth engine.gear shift also smooth.

Ride Quality & Handling Suspension is very hard, so bumpiness is obvious.

Final Words Good car but one has to be extremely carefull about visibility. the two huge pillar in the A pillar obstruct views while taking turns. I just wonder how a reputed company like ford can afford to make such big design defect. I bought one ecosport in october 2013 and sold it in april 2014, only because of the visibility problem.highway performace is good, even to drive within city is also ok.i would suggest prospective buyer to wait for some more time as HONDA is bringing out a new compact SUV sometime in 2015.

Areas of improvement VISIBILITY.

Everything is good but a design fault regarding visibilityBad visibility specially while taking turn.

Exterior

 Extremely funky and futuristic design with eye-pleasing cuts and creases. This car is a big fish in a small pond and will surely defend its crown for quite a time.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 Interiors are spacious for the front but a little disappointing at the back. This is, of course, a techy toy by the Detroit giant. Even the base model is loaded with satisfying features at a nominal price. The car is comfortable ,no issues with that, but I think the rear seats are a little more hard than required. But the alluring dashboard design was the main cause behind choosing the ES over Duster.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 Engine is quite responsive but there's a sharp notorious noise like that of a genrator when the diesel engine starts but then it goes smoothly. Its better to drive the car under 2000 rpm while the turbo kicks in around 1495rpm. Fuel economy is fine as an SUV and is around 18kmpl and no issue with gearbox too.  

Ride Quality & Handling

 Ride quality is good but a little depressing than Duster's but still I am satisfied and the car always seems to be in control whenever driving in highways or roads(with bumps)😄

Final Words

 I know I have got a complete value for money and I like it very much(because of its dark grey color also). There are some ifs-and-buts but its fine. Besides, I'm totally satisfied with my polite and responsive dealer

Areas of improvement  

 That generator kind of a noise should be controlled. Other than that I don't have any problem

 

responsive engine, lots of features, ultra light clutchbody roll, thick A pillar and that generator like noise on starting the oil burners

Exterior

 Exterior is young and eye catching. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 This is not a SUV, but an alternate for SUV, so you should not expect extra space. It is little bit more than swift, but it is you who need to decide what space you need.

feature wise it is great. even in base modal it has almost everything we desire in a luxery car.  and it is very comfortable. Cant comment if you come after driving other luxery cars but after swift, it is almost same ( swift I drove for 6 years and that is best car in that segmnent ).

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 Engine is good, speed is also good but Fuel economy I am not very sure. seems like i am getting somewhere around 14-15 but its too early to comment and i would like to see that after first service. Its 700 km yet.  Gearbox is bit low, but i am getting use too. 

Ride Quality & Handling

 Ride quality is Ok, initially i struggled specially with the steering Horn, which is the worst part., It is hard and only in the middle, so people with small hands or whoever are use to  using horns almost covering 70% areas with steering will find difficult.

 

Another issue we found ( not me though) that the perople with short height have to face another problem if they wear turban. The head space when you are near the steering could be very less for many. 

Final Words

 Definetly a value for money but if you will compare with other high end SUVs then it is something un necessary. For first times or under budget this is a value for money and feel of SUV.  what else you expect in this money :-)  I still miss driving swift, but started liking it as well.

Areas of improvement  

 small things in bits and pieces already described above.  

 

Engine, Power, Interiors, features even in base modalUnavailability of Fog Lamp software, some plastic

First of all iam taking this opportunity to thanks FORD for delivering such a wonderfull SUV

Exterior

 Excellent when compared to other similar  segments with this price. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 Interior is very attractive and spacious. This car has a quality and stylish interior when compared with the similar segments with this price.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 Iam decently getting a mileage of 20-22 km with AC in highways.  In city driving also without AC this fuel economy is getting, which is an excellent feature of this car. Gear play and Engine performance is also very impressive.

Ride Quality & Handling

 This car feels a safe and smooth driving to the passengers even if the road is not perfect. Its suspension is perfect and handling is very smooth and soft.

Final Words

 A perfect SUV  in this segment. Once again FORD proved its excellence in SUV segment

Areas of improvement  

 Ford must stop hiking the price of Eco Sport. Ford must take some serious steps in order to deliver this car at right time so as to attract more customers and be a King in this SUV segment.

 

Good fuel economy, Good style and Excellent performance as an SUV on Kerala RoadsA 7 seater provision could have made more attraction in this segment

Hi All, Ecosport is a great value for money. It's cost effective in terms on mileage, spare parts & to maintain. Even being a ford product the resale it quite good. The dealership network is good as well.

Exterior Nice appealing looks. However, door handle plastic is of very poor quality. It began to look old and jaded within 2 months of purchase.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Audio System information panel is bright enough. Hard to see in daylight. Basic verison does not have Airbags, a detail I missed during purchase. Only higher versions have it.

Interior looks are not as classy as other cars in the same price range.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Very poor pickup and acceleration. It takes eternity to pick speed. I suppose that their claim about torque needs a serious reverification. Gears are also not very smooth, though manageable.

Fuel economy is no where near to what they claim. Dont expect anything more than 16.5-17 on diesel engine.

Ride Quality & Handling OK.

Final Words Very poor ergonomic design. Doors opening and closing is the most irritating activity. They give a feel of 1970 vintage. An 8 year old child will find it hard to open the door. For closing you need to bang it old style. Head lights are weak and you may need to change with HID. But that may cause you warranty loss of electrical wiring etc. which are extremely expensive as is normal with any Ford car.

I have vowed not to buy another Ford car ever. 

Areas of improvement Door hinges and lock, ergonomics, fuel economy, engine power and torque, Gear shift mechanism, Boot space design, Interior looks.

Exterior looksPoor mileage, Extremely poor ergonomic design, Bad boot space design, Unbelievably hard doors

Exterior

 I have booked a base model of Ecosports which is not having the Driver seat height adjustment option. I want to know that is there any chance to buy height adjustable seat from Ford or anywhere else. I do not want to pay 1 lac extra to buy upper version just for this feature.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 I am very impress with the interior of this car. space and comfort is also very good. 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 i have taken the test drive and dint feel any engine sound or any week point.

Ride Quality & Handling

 I have taken the test drive twice and found the amazing ride.

Final Words

I want to know that is there any chance to buy adjustable seat from Ford or anywhere else.

Areas of improvement  

 I have booked a base model of Ecosports which is not having the seat adjustment option. I want to know that is there any chance to buy adjustable seat from Ford or anywhere else. I do not want to pay 1 lac extra to buy upper version just for this feature.

 

Good stylelong waiting and driving seat

Exterior

 Exterior is very good. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 Less space in the back side. Driving comfort is extremly nice. Stability is awsome, 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 I have drivem more than 3000km in 1 month. Initially i was getting a mileage of 19-20kmpl for the first 1500kms after that the mileage goes down to 14-15kmpl. I did the first servise in 2350kms. After that the mileage got increased and now i am geting a consistant mileage of 17-18kmpl. Gear box shifting is very smooth. Same like other diesel engine cars this car is also having initial lag on lower rpms. 

Ride Quality & Handling

 This car is having some blind spots in the right and left lower cornors of the front glass. Apart from that good visibility on road and HAndling is also very good.

Final Words

 Good car. Nothing much to think, You can buy this car(diesel).

Areas of improvement  

 Interior plastic quality can be improved.

 

Good fuel economy(diesel), StyleLow quality plastic and no rpm meter in lower end versions