Sunday, August 16, 2015

Car Profiles - Ford Ecosport

FORD ECOSPORT

With the Juke being MIA, the Ecosport arrived first in which it created a niche of its own. The Fiesta derived SUV has high ground clearance and only available in FWD (you wouldn't be using it outside the city). An affordable option for an SUV without acting like one.

The Good: Priced well
The Bad: Not that much practical

Price Range: P775,000-P985,000
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: September 26, 2014
OWNERSHIP DETAILSTitaniumTrendAmbiente
PriceP985,000P825,000 (MT), P875,000 (PS)P775,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineTi-VCT 1.5 DOHC 16V I4Ti-VCT 1.5 DOHC 16V I4Ti-VCT 1.5 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower108hp @ 6,300rpm108hp @ 6,300rpm108hp @ 6,300rpm
Torque142Nm @ 4,500rpm142Nm @ 4,500rpm142Nm @ 4,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemEFIEFIEFI
Transmission6-Speed Powershift5-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Powershift5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity40 Liters40 Liters40 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length4,245mm4,245mm4,245mm
Width1,765mm1,765mm1,765mm
Height1,708mm1,708mm1,708mm
Wheelbase2,521mm2,521mm2,521mm
Curb Weight
Body Style5 Door SUV5 Door SUV5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring and Anti-Roll BarMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring and Anti-Roll BarMcPherson Strut with Coil Spring and Anti-Roll Bar
Rear SuspensionSemi-independent Twist Beam with Twin Gas and Oil Filled Shock AbsorbersSemi-independent Twist Beam with Twin Gas and Oil Filled Shock AbsorbersSemi-independent Twist Beam with Twin Gas and Oil Filled Shock Absorbers
Front BrakesDiscDiscDisc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrum
Tires205/60 R16205/60 R16195/65 R15
Wheels16 Inch Alloy16 Inch Alloy15 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags222
Anti-Lock BrakesYesYesYes
Traction/Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability ControlYes, Electronic Stability Control (Powershift Model Only)None
Other Safety FeaturesAdds: Rear Parking SensorsAdds: Hill Launch Assist (Powershift Model Only)ISO-FIX Seats, Center High-Mounted Stop Light
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFrontFrontNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Auto HeadlampsAdds: NoneHomesafe Head Lamp Features, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Roof Rack, Rear Wiper, Heated Rear Screen, Spare Tire Cover
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialLeatherUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManual, with Lumbar SupportManualManual
Seating MaterialLeatherFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Sunroof, Arm Rest, Map Lights, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror Adds: Overhead Console with Sunglass Holder, Cooled Glove Box, Driver and Passenger Side Map Pockets, Multi-Function Display Dot Matrix60/40 Split and Fold/Tumble 2nd Row Seat, Passenger Side Map Pocket, Under Passenger Seat Storage, 12V Power Outlet, Fuel Computer, Two Line Multi-Function Display
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Integrated Blind Spot MirrorSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Integrated Blind Spot MirrorSteering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Integrated Blind Spot Mirror
Climate ControlAutomaticManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/IPOD with SYNC, Bluetooth, and Voice ControlAM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/IPOD with SYNC, Bluetooth, and Voice ControlAM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB/IPOD
Speakers664
Steering Wheel ControlsYes, AudioYes, AudioNone
AlarmNoneNoneNone
Keyless EntryYes, with Push Button StartYesYes
RIVALSChery Tiggo, Suzuki Jimny