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Loving it so far...[update - Mar 2021]
BikerGuy, 06/05/2019
updated 03/12/2021
2018 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
[Update to my original review - below]: I have now owned my 2018 EcoSport SES for 22 months, and have about 28K miles on it. The vehicle has been completely trouble-free. All scheduled maintenance has been free so far - due to the 42,000 RewardPass points given to me when I enrolled in FordPass. I honestly bought this vehicle originally because for the heavily discounted price, with a lot of features/value. I figured I would sell it after 1-2 years, recoup my $, and buy something "better". But I must say - based on my experience to-date - I'm going to keep this car, probably for a long time. I love the way it handles, love the small size, love the features (nav, safety, heated steering wheel, etc), the AWD, the comfortable seats, etc. And I consistently get 31-34 mpg. Long road-trips have been great. The build quality is really good - much better than my previous car (Hyundai Elantra - which supposedly is great quality, but I suffered through 4 lawsuits/recalls with it). The tri-color paint has held up really well. I just haven't found any reason to not like this car, despite my initial low expectations of it. ------------------------- Recently purchased my 2018 EcoSport SES w/ Cold Weather Package. Due to various Ford rebates and dealer discounts - my purchase price was $17,100 (plus taxes/license) for a loaded AWD with an MSRP of $$28,969! Despite some poor reviews this vehicle has received, I haven't found much to not like about it. The ride is solid and firm (and quiet on most road surfaces). The power is plenty and the transmission shifts smoothly. So far, my fuel economy is great (30.9 mpg). The comfort features are excellent - power seat, lumbar, heated seats/steering-wheel, auto climate control, etc.The technology features (Sync-3) like 8" touch screen Nav, Apple Car-Play, and FordPass (allowing me to locate vehicle, lock/unlock doors, etc remotely from my smart phone) are impressive. Likewise the safety features are incredible (especially the blind spot info and full-time AWD with stability control). Personally, I like the side swing cargo gate, and the tall cargo area. I have the white platinum tri-coat paint option with the 17" tarnished metal alum wheels and I think the car looks great! And the mfg quality seems to be quite good. Do I think this vehicle is worth $29K? No. But for $17K - I think this car offers unmatched value. No regrets at this time with my purchase...will check back in after owning for awhile.
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My 2018 Ford EcoSport Review in "S" Trim
Phil1336, 04/07/2018
updated 10/19/2020
2018 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
71 of 78 people found this review helpful
After almost 3 months of Ownership and 1500 miles driven, so dar I am very pleased with the Vehicle. I must admit, I am partial to Ford Vehicles over many years an traded in my 2013 Ford C-Max SE Hybrid for this EcoSport. It looks very much like a baby Escape! Fit an Finish is great an concerns about quality control for a car built in India is unfounded. The "Value" is in the (S) Trim. Unless you need more Technology with SYNC 3 an a Power Sunroof, $21,000 included Delivery is the MSRP. This is (NOT) a 27K or 28K Vehicle no matter how many Bells an Whistles you add to it. Performance, braking, steering, an driving in general is great. Interior Instrument Layout, Seating an general quality of Materials are above average for this segment. Leg room an height is fine in Front but if you adjust the front seats to the Max back, rear leg room is marginal. Two objections. 1st, below average Fuel Economy for a 3 cyl Engine that is but 1 Ltr in size. Secondly, they removed the CD Disk Player on their Audio Systems in all Trim Levels altogether. Not everyone whats to throw away their entire collection of CD`s an "Stream" their music. Not including at least the Sirius Satelite module in the Base S Trim is annoying as an entertainment backup. An 11K Hyundai Accent or Kia Rio includes the Sirius/XM Software. Comparing the 2018 Ford EcoSport with my other Vehicle, a 2017 Honda HR-V LX, I prefer the EcoSport. Looks are subjective but I like the high ground clearance of the EcoSport an the left hinged Rear Hatch Door despite taking a bit to get used to works fine as well. Update as of Oct 13, 2018 Not much to add to my earlier review with just over 6K Driven so far. Fuel Economy is still very poor! My prediction is this Ford Vehicle will be dropped from their Lineup here in North America very soon. Anyone remember the ill fated Ford Five Hundred? Lasted maybe 2 years? For just over 20K, a Honda HR-V is a much better choice and will have a much larger re-sale value at Trade In my 74 years but in the top 5. Update as of Oct 15, 2019 With almost 2 years of Ownership of this tiny shrunken Ford Escape with approx 19K driven I must say that Although (not) the worst New Vehicle purchase in my Lifetime, it ranks in the top 3. Extremely poor Fuel Economy averaging 23 MPG City 27 MPG Highway and a dismal 25 MPG Compined. A much larger Ford Escape does as well or better with a significantly larger engine with more room. Ford said mileage per gallon will improve with more miles driven? 2 years of Ownership and almost 20K and zero improvement. I'm getting rid of it next month for a 2020 Hyundai Venue. Still small and boxy with a larger 4 cyl engine, better fuel economy and a 5 year 60 K Bumper to Bumper Warranty for under 20K. Ford intends to drop this Ecosport version in 2021 or 2022 and either re-introduce a totally new CUV or bring to North America its European Puma. The sooner the better. The current Ford Ecosport is a perfect 3rd World CUV. Maybe Ford knew that when they brought it over here. Unlike the EcoSport, that is larger, faster, delivers the same or superior Fuel Economy, the EcoSport falls in nearly every catagory except for easier parking due to its shorter length. Next month I'm repacking this EcoSport with a 2020 Hyundai Venue. Another tiny CUV with a larger engine, better styling , obviously depending on personal opinion and with a 5 year 60 mile Bumper to Bumper Warranty and a 100K Drive Train Warranty as well. Looking for a Like New EcoSport, contact me soon and I'm sure we can make a Deal. Not a scratch or mark on either exterior or interior too. White Exterior with Stone Cloth Interior "S" Series. PS: The 2020 Hyundai Venue also comes with a hidden spare tire wheel well under carpet behind the hatch door so you can purchase a emergency spare donut and jack assembly. Hyundai includes it in nearly every market it sells its Vehicles, in some, with a Full Size Spare Tire and Jack. US gets a toy tire inflator and an aerosol can of tire sealant goo. Guess we are truly exceptional. What does Hyundai know about dealing with those "Globalists"?
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Love my car
Deb- Bessy, 06/22/2018
updated 06/29/2021
2018 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
It’s not very roomy in the front. Doesn’t have a lot of pick me up and go. I like it but would probably like the Ford escape alittle better. Maybe my next car will see.
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Far Exceeds Expectations! SE Version
Paul in Virginia, 04/24/2019
2018 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
Averaging 30.6 mpg combined city/hwy. Like with any vehicle, the faster you drive the more fuel you will burn. The optimal highway speed is around 72 mph. Anything over that and you will see your mpg drop into the upper 20’s. Acceleration is no issue. It’s a 1lt, not a V8 but it has plenty of power to get you into traffic on the highway and pass when you need to. The Sync 3 system is amazing! The cargo space is great for the size. The seats DO fold down flat. It works like the old Cherokees of the late 90’s. You have to pull the back seat up then lower the back of the seat to fold flat. I’m 6’4” and ride very comfortably in the drivers seat. You will struggle as a passenger in the back if you are bigger like me but this is called a compact SUV for a reason.
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Fun to drive
Jeremy, 02/21/2018
2018 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
65 of 73 people found this review helpful
I’ve only had the EcoSport SES for 3 days it also just came out last week , I love this crossover it is fun to drive it’s everything you would want in a small suv . I’m no car expert but I find the pickup to be good it’s very quick and handles the road well , lots of extra features. I also have a 2017 Escape I find them very similar clearly the Escape is roomier but not as fun to drive.
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