- Doors and Seats
5 doors, 5 seats
- Engine
1.5i, 4 cyl.
- Engine Power
82kW, 140Nm
- Fuel
Petrol (91) 6.5L/100KM
- Manufacturer
FWD
- Transmission
Auto (DCT)
- Warranty
3 Yr, 100000 KMs
- Ancap Safety
NA
2014 Ford Ecosport Trend Review
At 72 years old, buying my dream car in bright yellow was the ultimate thrill until I heard a noise I couldn't account for at just under 2,000 Kms.
- Petrol consumption is good
- New drive shaft needed at 3,000 Kms
The mechanic at the dealership didn't find the cause, I was told it was fine and they would look again at the 3,000 service. I was absolutely dismayed when informed it needed a new drive shaft.
Apparently the bearings didn't have enough grease when it was made. I am still terribly unhappy even though I am assured it will be put right under the warranty, I wonder what else will go wrong.
A woman on her own like me cannot talk with authority about mechanics with service engineers. I am lost for words and have lost all confidence in my car. On a lighter note I never lose it in the car park and if anyone tried to say they couldn't see me must be blind!!
I like the lumber support adjust, for me it's really comfortable. The boot space is ok and the rear seats are easy to put flat with the "pull handles".
I think an armrest in the centre would be an improvement.
But, and to me it's a big but, I am still extremely concerned my car needs putting right at such an early stage of its life. I have changed my mind about recommending the Ford ecosport to anyone as my experience has certainly left a bad taste in my mouth. I will never feel the same about my car again.