The Ford EcoSport still punches the lights out
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ต.ค. 2024
- The Ford EcoSport is pretty much the pioneer of the compact SUV segment. And even though we now have a bazillion rivals in the segment, such as the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, Toyota Urban Cruiser, Suzuki Vitara Brezza etc, it still manages to sell around 700 units a month. Is it because Ford continues to introduce special edition models such as this EcoSport Active that is based on the Trend? Who knows. It might be because people think it is a real family car, but I have a different opinion on that as you will see in this video. Either way, one cannot deny the success of the ever-popular Ford EcoSport.
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Sadly this was the best sub compact SUV sold in the Indian market, till Ford India decided to wrap up operations completely 😭😭
I had the Titanium. Loads of problems. Over rated car this.
Issues like?
I still enjoy mine after nearly 2 yrs, bit pricey and the fuel economy isn't great but its very snappy compared to other 1.0 turbos, very safe and excellent resale value.
I own this machine for 6 years, a Diesel 1.5 Liter in India. Still runs like new and I even did a Stage 1 remap and the engine is now a beast! Sad Ford left India.
Grear review !
THIS design WILL NEVER get old !
Like you explain so well ..
It is and looks brilliant - every day any day 👍👍👍
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Such a great little car with all the features you need and best of all, it’e not CVT…
Built in Craiova, Romania! I have a ST-Line myself! Great for around town
Wouldn't want to be on the same road as you!!!
Concentration on driving doesn't appear to be your main strength...
Looking at yourself on camera however seems to be...😉
Yes it’s called presenting a review chop
@@lifeonsafari5989Indeed. And what a chop that doos is.
So this is now pretty much the only small passenger car you can get from Ford
So freaking sad ...dunno wats happening to Ford
Tell me about it, I had an ST180, would of bought the new one in a heartbeat if it came to SA
Jeez Juliette...you blinded me with that gorgeous stone on your finger...I could not concentrate any longer....Have you already received your inheritance from Lizzy 😅
You sound like that nosy granny from 7de laan...
Pyscho vibes
Hey relax,its not all bad.
This lady talks a lot 😅
A general requirement for a car review I would say? ;)
@@julietmcguire loved the concise review
that seaside view is gorgeous, i would suggest featuring it in all your vids.
I spoke to local Ford dealer here because I had heard about the discontinuance of the EcoSport, and it is only those that are built in India. The Titanium and the rest that are built in Europe will still be produced.
Just by the way you need a #DYSON vacuum 😝
The 2000s called and asked for their compact SUV back. I find it insulting that Ford keep dumping this EcoSport on our market, when other countries get the much nicer Ford Puma. It just feels to me like Ford are strangling the design as much as possible as their options in SA dwindle to basically just the Ranger. I'll stick with my Peugeot 2008 anyday thank you very much.
I am convinsed that Ford is dumping unsold stock here. It has already been discontinued elceware. I had a 2014 model and dispite issues with the deul clutch transmission, i kept on bumping into the spare on the back door. I became so iritated with the car but my wife liked it's looks.
Colourful review😅
I dont understand why South Africa never brought the 2.0 liter petrol engine to South Africa that was made available in Russia! I have driven every one of the Ecosport models and i found them all to be lacking in power although i found the car itself to be one of the best on the market!.
The average type of person who chooses to buy an EcoSport is not usually the type of person trying to race on the freeway. Those who want powerful cars are all in Ford rangers or BMWs. Crossover owners are usually more sensible and family orientated people who's only concern for performance is that their car should be able to do 140kph on the freeway and be light on fuel.
I will never buy a outdated design which has been on the road for many years. OK they have replaced the horrible, typical Ford, cheap 'spaceship design' dashboard and they have changed the front but the rest is the same.There are plenty of newer small SUV's on the market.
why would you want a smaller suv?
@@rdeaconsa Small, not smaller. Small means lighter, drives better, is more economical, is cheaper. My kids are in their late 20s so I don't need that much space. I am tall and big so I don't want to crawl in and out of my car. I also need a bit if ground clearance
im looking at these now and cant decide as i had a cx3 and it was fantastic just silent but had a dpf fault so it went back, not sure if i should get ecosport, Captur or a focus. I would get a cx3 2.0L but i assume being a 2.0L it will drink petrol and cost more to insure ?? too much choice on the market,
How i wish and Pray to have my own One this ford Ecosport... Nice great Presentation ms. Juliet your so Cool trully i enjoy everything you are. take care always pls... Mmmhuwaaah!
Not so great anymore.
Does Ford even have any newer models rather than rehashed, updated 10 year olds?
They've canned all their newer/newish cars. Figo, Fiesta, Focus, Kuga, ...
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Maybe just the Lego-baby-engine is the biggest downside...
Choosing the Sonet EVERY SINGLE TIME.. 🤔🤓👉👍👌
Fuel economy is absolutely trash and not dependable car so went back to a old ford explorer love it never gonna trade it for anything.
No middle arm rest ( cubby ) like this model have in overseas markets..... but hey FordSA is fully fledged US bean counter company😏
I generally enjoy mine after 4 years and 95,000km. My only gripe is that ALL 4 door panels creak now and it's annoying as hell.
Please review the Haval H6 GT for us... would love to know what you think of this car... and it's fuel consumption.
is this car still available in your country...?
it is discontinue in our country in Nepal😒😒
In the US, you can get 4WD and a 2.0 engine. It is a great car for a snowy winter. Mine is an 18 with the winter package and paddle shifters. Love it.
Haval H1. Cost me R179 000 - 1.5 engine (very fuel efficient - and no turbo lag!) - cruise control - reverse radar - front/rear fog lights - oh, and the spare tyre is INSIDE the boot! And take the R200 000 you save and invest it!
Post your cell number here so we can come tow you in very soon
Ford has discontinued the Figo, Fiesta and the diesel ecosport. And apparently the other ecosport models are going to be discontinued next year.
Do you have the Chevy Trax across the pond, they are alot alike.
Old and ugly . The way we all are going . Brezza and Magnite better equiped , modern looks , use less petrol , much more reliable . No thanks! Even the Opel crossland is a much better buy at this overinflated price.
Eish... but the cruiser/Brezza have no turbo, and they are prone to that fuel injector issue. Then magnite has that thing with the locks 🔒, I was so annoyed test driving it. Couldn't imagine living with it. But I'd say the premium 3 is T-Cross, CX-3 and Creta, then the sub compacts is Venue, Ecosport, Brezza/Cruiser.
Some of these have been discontinued so maybe we all just wait for the replacements. 😅
Trully i love this car & your British accent too! Mam... & i like your Presentation loud and Clear... i love you just the way you Are become better & better... Wish you luck tc!pls.
That's a true South African English accent.
Outclassed and outdated sadly. Was good 6 years ago.
It's so good there going to stop making it.
This model has remained largely unchanged for nearly 10 years. The EcoSport is becoming increasingly outdated and outsmarted by other manufacturers in the segment. It was an amazing car when it first launched, but Ford has not kept up with the times on this model and it's seriously starting to show. There are simply too many other better options, as Juliet mentions in this video. It's a no from me on the EcoSport Active, I'm afraid.
Quality low. Fuel economy not great. Not very reliable. Expensive. Honestly don't know how Ford still sell them in the numbers they do 🤔 Can only think its because many people don't do proper research or shop around and compare enough.
Even the ride is nothing special.
Duster is a much better buy and off road capable
Not very reliable??? VERY RELIABLE… Built like a tank… very precise steering, compared to sonet or venue… drinks a lot of fuel but maintenance cost is low… Also, built like a tank, have witnessed 3 ecosport accidents in India, the passengers and drivers have always been safe… Lastly, feels like a big car but is actual very small- so great at turning radius and easy to park…
@@starringharsh 🤘You are Right Bro
@@starringharsh Ford's quality is lacking
Why Ford left India
Looks like New Zealand.
❤my titanium
Ever owned one with a powerShit gearbox? This is a poor quality car
Never been an appealing car, this. I went for a Duster. Dunno how they can even compare the two.
A duster???? Omg that's one hideous car though. It looks wrong.
@@TheAvela you get more car for your buck compared to this
@@TheAvela I disagree massively. The duster is a Jeep type look and looks great to me. Then factor in the excellent dci engine and the fact that the Duster 4x4 can actually do some decent off-road work makes it a bargain. Dusters have generated quite the following in the off-roading community like the Jimny which is very compromised.
Its a renault. Its made to look good and go well now. Come back in 5 years or 200000kms and lets take a second look.
@@pornokid333 I don't know about that hey. I hear different reviews and I see A LOT of older models on the road too. But I'll probably be in Subaruland in 5 years
Ford sa needs a change in strategy. Translated they need their heads checked.