The Ford EcoSport is one of the most recognizable and successful models in the compact SUV segment. A car meant predominantly for the urban market, let’s take a closer look at the top-10 features of the Ford EcoSport to try and understand just why this car is so successful here:
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The EcoSport may be in the sub-four metre bracket, but it is one of the best looking cars in its category. The recent upgrade has made it all the more attractive.
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Ford cars in India have been known for their driving dynamics and the EcoSport takes that tradition forward. You can’t be chasing apexes with the ease of the Fiesta of yore, but the EcoSport does have enough going for it to bring a smile to your face.
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The dimensions of the car are just right for urban usage. It offers a commanding view from the driver’s seat and is ergonomically sorted too.
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Safety happens to be a top priority and is one of the top-10 features of the Ford EcoSport. The car has six airbags. It comes with ABS and EBD both, while there’s also a host of other, key safety features as well.
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Ford have given the car a trifecta of engines to keep things interesting under the hood. Apart from the 1.5 litre diesel, there’s also the 1.0 litre EcoBoost petrol motor that makes the car a fun buy.
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The EcoSport is available in a whopping eight colours and across four trim levels. Buyers can also choose between a manual transmission and a six-speed automatic transmission option.
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The recent update to the EcoSport makes it one of the smartest Ford cars in India. From rain-sensing wipers, to auto-headlamps and snazzy, integrated DRL’s – the EcoSport offers it all.
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Compact dimensions notwithstanding, the EcoSport offers a startling amount of storage options within the cabin. From storage nooks under the seat to dedicated slots for sunglasses and umbrellas, Ford has done a marvellous job in providing a practical cabin layout.
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The Microsoft SYNC system in the EcoSport features full voice-activated command support along with smartphone integration that will also auto-dial for support in the case of an emergency.
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Fuel efficiency is a strength on the EcoSport, ranging from 18 km/l on the EcoBoost motor to 22 km/l on the Diesel version.
The EcoSport follows in the long-standing tradition of Ford cars in India being a driver’s delight and remains one of our favourite cars in that price-range across individual vehicle categories.
