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Used 2021 Ford EcoSport Consumer Reviews

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1 out of 5 stars

Biggest piece of junk I’ve ever driven.

Jim, 10/24/2020
updated 04/26/2023
2020 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 34 people found this review helpful

If you like terrible fuel economy, a rough ride similar to a 70’s era Chevy Vega, high brake noise, underpowered, overtaxed engine, a transmission that never shifts smoothly, and pretty much sucks, this car is for you... My Yugo had a better ride...

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1 out of 5 stars

Hate this car!!!

starlightgirl, 02/12/2023
2021 Ford EcoSport Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 9 people found this review helpful

Was sucked into buying this tin can on wheels when I brought my 2020 Edge in 9 days before the lease was over. The buy out price was $20K but they out priced me on buying it and ended up with this $28K piece of junk, not enough space to say what I really think!!! Disgusted with Ford!!!

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1 out of 5 stars

Don't buy this lol

Sloopy97, 07/24/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 28 people found this review helpful

I have driven this all week and I gotta say I couldn't imagine finding a car that is less powerful, refined, or user friendly. If I could give zero stars i would. It has no power what so ever, doesn't know what gear it should be in EVER and it has a drivers seat that is more like a motorcycle seat. And that auto shutoff thing at a stop light is gonna kill many people. I almost had a collision twice because of this. Hard to believe a car would be equipped with such a thing.

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5 out of 5 stars

AWESOME!!

Irvin Simpson, 04/27/2021
2020 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Very sporty and great on gas!

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car ever

Erica Grimaldi, 08/07/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great car

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1 out of 5 stars

Not fuel efficient

Miranda , 12/30/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 11 people found this review helpful

Got this as a rental car. With 2 toddlers it’s the car is so compacted from the car seats no possibility of anyone seating in the middle. With the passenger seat pushed all the way forward and tilted my two-year-old feet is still touching the back of the seat. It also horrible on gas, I have had it only 10 days and already filled up 4x. The tank is so small that you have to fill up so frequently. Gas is not cheap and to already spend $120 in just 10 days. I couldn’t imagine owing this car.

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1 out of 5 stars

horrible rental

herb, 06/20/2021
2020 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 7 people found this review helpful

i flew into atlanta,had reserved a compact suv.i saw this,thinking sub-compact ?? anyway,it was loaded,but,omg...around town the ride was so stiff. when it rained,you could here rain drops patter on the roof.i'm not sure which engine this had,but i might as well have gotten out to push,would've had more power.omg,there was a constant rattle in the back as is a back door had been left open.now,out of the highway,the ride was much better.still no power

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1 out of 5 stars

garbage gas mileage

robert knight, 06/25/2021
2020 Ford EcoSport SES 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 8 people found this review helpful

previously had a 2018 jeep wrangler which has same size gas tank as the eco sport and a v6.The jeep would easily get between 600 to 700km to the tank.We have now gone through 4 tanks on the brand new eco sport ses model and have not been able to get over 500km to the tank.Do not recommend this model to anyone.

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4 out of 5 stars

Ecosport

Tony, 09/02/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

I see more Ford Ecosport on the road than all the others in its class combined

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2 out of 5 stars

What car does not have a spare tire...............

Tom L, 12/03/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 9 people found this review helpful

If the dealer would have let me know that there is no spare in this car, I would have never bought it. If they think a 70 yr old is going to sit on the side of the road and use some sealant and a funky air pump to help you get down the road. Looks great but not a great choice with minimal power for mountains. STAY FAR FAR AWAY

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5 out of 5 stars

Good vehicle easy driving!

JACK O, 07/02/2023
2020 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It has been a very good reliable vehicle easy handling, compact and economic to operate!

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5 out of 5 stars

Love the EcoSport

KD4syth, 07/05/2023
2020 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Despite its size, the EcoSport has plenty of zip! Good gas mileage, no repairs needed at this time. I'm pretty small, so I'm very comfortable, but my 6' husband is a bit cramped. Overall, great little car!

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4 out of 5 stars

Good cost effective alternative without sacrifice

Ronin One, 05/05/2025
2020 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

The Ford EcoSport is a good "price performer" A compact SUV that delivers. God power and performance. My only "nit" is the swing open rear tailgate versus the flip up versions on other SUV's. I prefer the flip up tailgates as they are easy to navigate... the swing wide version on EcoSport is a little problematic in a grocery parking lot where a vehicle can park behind you, not leaving room to swing wide the tailgate.Otherwise I'd give it 5 stars.

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5 out of 5 stars

Nice vehicle

Hunter, 11/24/2021
2021 Ford EcoSport S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Great affordable vehicle, reliable, comfortable, and very fuel efficient.

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5 out of 5 stars

Little ford

Henry Ford , 01/23/2023
2021 Ford EcoSport Titanium 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I’ve had a lot of cars over the years, some a lot more expensive than the ford eco sport but let me tell you this little car is wonderful. It’s been very reliable, the best feature is everyday I get up to go to work it puts a smile on my face. I think if ford had advertised it more the world would have embraced it like the escort.

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1 out of 5 stars

Don't Buy FORD

DANDAN, 04/18/2025
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This has been the worst investment we've ever made. We've owned this vehicle since 2021, and it's been nothing but problems. We've had to replace the engine, the engine oil pump, and the turbo. The car has spent more time in the shop under warranty than on the road. And the worst part? All scheduled maintenance was done at Ford Fajardo, so there's absolutely no excuse for the amount of issues we've had. This vehicle is a complete scam from Ford. The customer service at Ford in Fajardo, Puerto Rico is the worst we've ever experienced — unprofessional, unresponsive, and completely unreliable. Avoid this car and this dealership at all costs.

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3 out of 5 stars

Good but needs improvement

Beth, 04/28/2025
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I like my car but I have had to put a lot of money in it so far hopefully that stops.

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4 out of 5 stars

Another ford orphan

Senior citizen in op, ny, 08/23/2023
2021 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Like everything but the dashboard lighting and speedometer. Very dismal. I told service center, and they just laughed. NEVER HAD A SPEED LIMIT LIGHT SO UNREADABLE. Ford cheaped out on this. Too bad

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5 out of 5 stars

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BobJoe, 05/14/2023
2020 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV (1.0L 3cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Drives good but a little wobbly.

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5 out of 5 stars

My second home.

G Schmelz, 06/19/2023
2020 Ford EcoSport SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Love my Ford ecosport. I spend alot of time in it,going back and forth to work.Looks great, runs great.

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