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Used 2018 Ford EcoSport SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Ford EcoSport is a five-passenger subcompact crossover that slots below the Escape in Ford's SUV lineup. The EcoSport S is pretty well equipped, with available all-wheel drive and most basic amenities you will want from a modern car. The SE is quite a bit pricier, but its list of added features is extensive. From there, buyers can go in one of two ways: the sport-themed SES — adding the EcoSport's upgraded engine and standard all-wheel drive — or the luxurious Titanium, with leather upholstery and a Bang & Olufsen premium sound system.

EcoSport S, SE and Titanium models with front-wheel drive are powered by a turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine (123 horsepower, 125 pound-feet of torque). Optional for those models and standard on the SES is all-wheel drive and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (166 hp, 149 lb-ft). Both engines are paired to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The short list of standard equipment on the base S model is indicative of its modest price. Features include 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, hill start assist, remote locking and unlocking, full power accessories, a rearview camera, air conditioning, cruise control, a driver information display, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, height-adjustable front seats, 60/40-split rear seats, a cargo cover, a removable cargo floor panel, front floor mats, Bluetooth, a 4.2-inch central display screen, and a six-speaker audio system with two USB ports.

Upgrading to the SE equips the EcoSport with LED running lights, foglights, body-colored exterior accents, roof rails, rear privacy glass, rear parking sensors, a sunroof, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, an upgraded driver information display, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, a six-way power-adjustable driver seat (with manual lumbar), heated front seats, upgraded cloth upholstery, rear floor mats, a 6.5-inch touchscreen with the Sync 3 interface, satellite radio, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality. Seventeen-inch wheels are available as a stand-alone option.

The SE's optional Convenience package further adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, interior ambient lighting, a navigation system, an 8-inch touchscreen, a seven-speaker audio system and a 110-volt household-style power outlet.

The SES is the somewhat sporty variant. It has the contents of the Convenience package and the 2.0-liter engine/AWD combo, along with 17-inch wheels, a sport-tuned suspension, black exterior styling elements, automatic wipers, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, steering wheel-mounted shift paddles and leather upholstery with cloth inserts.

The luxe Titanium builds off the contents of the SE with Convenience package, further adding 17-inch wheels, body-colored bumpers, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather upholstery, blind-spot monitoring, and a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system with HD radio.

A Cold Weather package is available on all trims except the S, adding the heated mirrors, a heated steering wheel, a windshield wiper de-icer and floor mats. A keyless entry keypad and remote engine start are stand-alone options on every trim level.

Which EcoSport trim does Edmunds recommend?

The SE is the sweet spot of the EcoSport lineup, packing a bunch of features into this small crossover. It's more expensive than the base-level S, but in return you get more features plus greater access to option packages. If you're thinking of adding the Convenience package, you might as well step up to the Titanium or SES. It's included on both trims. Just note that the price of a fully loaded EcoSport is going to be close to roomier small crossovers, such as Ford's Escape. The EcoSport's 2.0-liter engine is a must if you frequently carry passengers.

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Ramsey, NJ
Vehicle
EcoSport S
EcoSport SE
EcoSport Titanium
EcoSport SES
Vehicle
S
1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A
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Titanium
1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A
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SES
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
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optional
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
cloth
premium cloth
leather
leather/premium cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
123 hp @ 6,000 rpm
123 hp @ 6,000 rpm
123 hp @ 6,000 rpm
166 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Engine torque
125 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
125 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
125 lb-ft @ 3,500 rpm
149 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Engine displacement
1.0 l
1.0 l
1.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 3
inline 3
inline 3
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
205/60R16
205/60R16
205/50R17
205/50R17
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
27 / 29 / 28 MPG
27 / 29 / 28 MPG
27 / 29 / 28 MPG
23 / 29 / 25 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.6 gal.
13.6 gal.
13.6 gal.
13.6 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
367 / 394 miles
367 / 394 miles
367 / 394 miles
313 / 394 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
3,060 lb.
3,060 lb.
3,060 lb.
3,327 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
81.0 in.
81.0 in.
81.0 in.
81.0 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.5 in.
69.5 in.
69.5 in.
69.5 in.
Height
64.8 in.
64.8 in.
64.8 in.
65.1 in.
Length
161.3 in.
161.3 in.
161.3 in.
161.3 in.
Wheelbase
99.2 in.
99.2 in.
99.2 in.
99.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
20.9 cu. ft.
20.9 cu. ft.
20.9 cu. ft.
20.9 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
Front Leg Room
42.9 in.
42.9 in.
42.9 in.
42.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
53.3 in.
Rear Head Room
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.7 in.
36.7 in.
36.7 in.
36.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
51.3 in.
51.3 in.
51.3 in.
51.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Medium Stone, cloth
Ebony Black, premium cloth
Medium Stone, premium cloth
Ebony Black, leather
Medium Light Stone, leather
Ebony Black, leather/premium cloth
Exterior
Lightning Blue Metallic
Diamond White
Race Red
Moondust Silver Metallic
Smoke Metallic
Shadow Black
Diamond White
Race Red
Moondust Silver Metallic
Smoke Metallic
Canyon Ridge Metallic
Lightning Blue Metallic
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Blue Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Shadow Black
Diamond White
Race Red
Moondust Silver Metallic
Smoke Metallic
Canyon Ridge Metallic
Lightning Blue Metallic
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Blue Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Shadow Black
Lightning Blue Metallic
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Diamond White
Moondust Silver Metallic
Smoke Metallic
Canyon Ridge Metallic
Shadow Black