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5 out of 5 stars

So far so good

Road dog, 04/10/2019
updated 10/14/2021
2018 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have had my Ecosport for a little over a month and I love it. With the rear seat folded and the floor level there is plenty of room for flea market finds. It you like to burn rubber from every light this is not the car for you but it is no turtle to drive either. Averaging about 23 miles per gallon in city driving with 2.0 AWD. It rides fairly nice for a short wheelbase vehicle and interior is functional and the features easy to navigate. The biggest con so far is front visibility. It is difficult to see the front corner when parking in the garage. I wish the gas tank was a little larger than 13.7 gallons. Nothing but compliments from friends and co workers. Definitely a keeper! Update... a year into ownership and the Ecosport is still rock solid. Plenty of space for flea market finds. Went through the snow with no issues. Even after taking a mileage hit in the winter still averaging 23 mpg Update II. Two and a half years of ownership the dealer made us an offer we couldn’t refuse. In today’s market trade in value is sky high. Replacement is a 2022 Kia Sportage The Ecosport had many nice convenience features that the Kia doesn’t however that is cancelled by the tons of extra room in the Sportage. The Ecosport is a great urban SUV, perfect for around town errands. Anything more than that it’s deficiency’s start to show. Ford make a big mistake in their lack of marketing and sadly after 2022 the Ecosport will disappear. If you have a change to buy one it is a good deal

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2 out of 5 stars

Got this as a rental from insurance company

Bode T., 02/05/2020
2018 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful

Got stuck with this car for 5 days. While I can understand why some people like this for economy I would pass on ever buying one. The visibility through the front windshield is narrow. The handling and general ride feel is not good (IMO) Had to google info to find out how to open the rear door. Also, IMO, this is one ugly car. The ugliness almost rises to the level of the infamous Pontiac Aztec.

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5 out of 5 stars

My little Hotwheel

Matthew R, 07/29/2018
updated 02/07/2022
2018 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

cute car for all ages .I have had a lot of fun in this SUV .

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1 out of 5 stars

Very slow

ford buyer , 08/31/2019
2018 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 11 people found this review helpful

I test drive one with the 1.0 liter Ecoboost and couldn’t believe how slow it is. It makes pulling out onto the interstate dangerous, it can’t even keep up with city traffic. Spend a little more and buy an Escape.

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5 out of 5 stars

Awesome SUV

Tom K, 06/07/2020
2018 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I’ve had the car one year now and am very happy with my purchase. From the sunroof, backup collision warning, ample driver space, I’m 6 feet 3, and good gas mileage at 29 mpg. At almost 18000 miles no mechanical problems. Excellent traction in snow and icy roads. Navigation and radio system are excellent. A donut spare ya available on eBay and that took care of my only negative with no spare. But one, you will enjoy!

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