Expert Review, Pricing Analysis and Buying Guide
6.8
Overall Rating
The 2021 EcoSport can pull its weight with a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. One plus point is that even the base model comes with an AWD system. The Titanium ($26,265) and SES ($27,575) trim add safety features like Cross-Traffic Alert, Blind-Spot Monitor, and Reverse Parking System to the list.
Regardless of engine choices, you get only one transmission option- a 6-speed automatic transmission. A fully-loaded 2021 Ford EcoSport can reach nearly $35,000. It adds exclusive features of the 2021 EcoSport include keyless access with push-button start, voice-activated touchscreen navigation, and perforated leather seating surfaces.
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7.0/10
Pricing and Features
6.4/10
Engine and Performance
7.9/10
Fuel Economy
7.2/10
Interior
5.5/10
Exterior
8.0/10
Safety
6.0/10
Competition
2021 Ford EcoSport Pricing and Features
"Ford’s offering to the horribly crowded, but highly lucrative supermini SUV segment". - TopGear
The 2021 Ford EcoSport, just like the 2020 model, will be available in a total of 4 trims. The 4 trims of the 2021 Ford EcoSport will go by the names - S, SE, SES, and Titanium. All the trims come with both RWD and AWD setups but the SES trim comes with just AWD configuration. The prices for the 2021 Ford Ecosport will initiate at $19,995 for the base S trim and will go up to $27,715 for the top-of-the-line Titanium trim.
The base S trim comes with limited standard features while the SES trim gets upgrades like a sport-tuned suspension and black roof rails. Features like color-adjustable ambient lighting and footwell lights and 7 speakers are standard on the Titanium trim. The 2021 EcoSport, Ford also offers an appearance package that includes a leather steering wheel, a 6-way power driver's seat, 17-inch alloy wheels, and orange accents on the seats.
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Trim |
S |
SE |
SES |
Titanium |
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MSRP (FWD) |
$19,995 |
$23,450 |
NA |
$26,265 |
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MSRP (AWD) |
$21,590 |
$24,950 |
$27,575 |
$27,715 |
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Key Features |
Cloth upholstery |
Adds/Upgrades to S |
Adds/Upgrades to SE |
Adds/Upgrades to SES |
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Ford My Key |
Heated Front Seats |
Blind Spot Monitoring |
Upper Chrome Grille |
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Rearview Camera |
Rear Parking Sensor |
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Manual Tilt/Telescopic Adjust Steering |
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4.2” Touchscreen Infotainment system with SYNC 3 System |
6.5” Touchscreen Infotainment with Android Auto, Apple Car Play, Sat. Radio |
8” Touchscreen Infotainment System with Navigation, Wi-Fi Hotspot |
Interior Chrome Door Release Levers |
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2 USB ports |
Auto Climate Control |
Partial Leather Upholstery |
Ford’s ActiveX high-end synthetic leather Upholstery |
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6 Speaker Audio |
Push Button Start |
7 Speaker Audio |
10 Speaker B&O Audio |
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4 Way Manual Adjust Front Seat |
6 Way Power adjust Driver Seat |
Powered, Heated ORVM with Indicators |
Center Floor Console with Sliding Armrest |
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Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel |
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror |
Silver Painted Roof Rack Side Rails |
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Fog Lamps |
Power Moonroof |
6-way Power Driver's Seat |
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2021 Ford EcoSport Buying Advice
Our pick would be the SES trim. The SES trim, at a difference of $6000 from the base S trim (AWD) offers a lot of worthy upgrades such as a bigger 8-inch touchscreen display, partial leather upholstery, silver-painted roof rack side rails, and a number of driver-assistance features. However, look for the 2021 Honda HR-V for better practicality and the 2021 Mazda CX-3 for premium interiors.
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2021 Ford EcoSport Engine and Performance
"Far from quick, the Ecosport’s better around town at city speeds".- The Car Connection
The 2021 Ford EcoSport's powertrain remains unchanged. The standard powertrain comes in the form of a petite 1.0L EcoBoost 3-cylinder engine that belts out 123 horsepower @ 6000 rpm and a peak torque of 125 lb-ft. @ 3500 rpm. This powertrain feels deficient in terms of grunt.
The second powertrain option in the 2021 Ford EcoSport is a 2.0L 4-pot that’s good for a much better 166 hp and a peak torque of 149 lb.-ft. Transmission duties for both engines are performed by a 6-speed automatic transmission. The transmission setup routes all the power to the front wheels of the EcoSport unless you choose the optional AWD drivetrain.
The Ford Ecosport, in its base avatar, with a 1.0L 3-cylinder engine, takes 11.4 seconds in order to sprint from 0-60 mph. Swap this 1.0L engine with the more powerful 2.0L 4-pot and the Ecosport can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 10.4 seconds. With this engine, the Ecosport clocks the quarter of a mile lap in 16.5 seconds.
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Models |
2021 Ford EcoSport |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Chevrolet Trax |
2021 Mazda CX-3 |
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MSRP |
$22,685 |
$22,000 |
$23,200 |
$20,640 |
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Engine |
2.0L Ti-VCT GDI Inline-4 |
1.5L turbo-inline-4 |
1.4L Turbocharged Inline-4 |
2.0L Inline Four-Cylinder |
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Drivetrain |
AWD |
FWD/AWD(optional) |
FWD |
FWD |
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Transmission |
6-speed automatic |
CVT |
6-Speed Automatic |
6-speed automatic transmission |
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Power |
166 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
170 hp @ 6200 rpm |
138 hp @ 4900 RPM |
148 hp @ 6000 rpm |
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Torque |
149 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm |
140 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
148 hp @ 1850 RPM |
146 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| 0-60 MPH (sec) |
10.4 |
8.4 |
9.3 |
8.2 |
| Quarter-Mile (sec) |
16.5 |
15.5 |
16.8 |
16.3 |
| Top Speed (mph) |
110 |
N/A |
116 |
114 |
With a 0-60 acceleration time of 8.2 seconds, the Mazda CX-3 is the hyperactive one here. The Ford EcoSport, with its 2L engine, ranks second, followed by the Mazda CX-3 that tucks 148 ponies. The Chevrolet Trax ranks last here with 138 ponies available on tap. Speaking of the power figures, the 2021 Honda HR-V takes the lead here pushing out 170 horsepower.
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2021 Ford EcoSport Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford EcoSport with its base 1.0L 3-cylinder engine returns 37 MPG in the city, 29 MPG on the highway, and 28 MPG combined. With a fuel tank capacity of 13.8 gallons, the 2021 EcoSport offers a driving range of 386 miles.
Bring the bigger and more potent 2.0L 4-pot engine into the picture and the MPG figures alter to 23 MPG in the city, 29 MPG on the highway, and 25 MPG combined. The driving range also drops down to 358 miles.
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Models |
2021 Ford EcoSport |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Chevrolet Trax |
2021 Mazda CX-3 |
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MPG (City) |
27 |
26 |
26 |
29 |
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MPG (Highway) |
29 |
32 |
31 |
34 |
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MPG (Combined) |
28 |
28 |
28 |
31 |
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Fuel Capacity (Gallons) |
13.8 |
13.2 |
14.0 |
12.7 |
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Range (City/Hwy/Combined) (miles) |
317/400/386 |
356/409/369 |
364/434/392 |
368/432/394 |
The Mazda CX-3 emerges as the ultimate winner here with the best in class mpg figures. The Chevrolet Trax, on the other hand, gains an edge, owing to its 14-gallon fuel tank, which is the best in class fuel tank capacity.
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2021 Ford EcoSport Interior
"The 2021 Ford EcoSport has an above-average cargo capacity and a decent amount of room for adult passengers". - Cars.USNews
The quality of materials used to fabricate the interior of the 2021 Ford Ecosport is nothing to talk about. The asking price of $26,265 for the Titanium trim truly justifies the price. It adds some cool features like ambient lighting and footwell lights with color-adjustable options, leather-trimmed perforated seats, etc.
The crossover packs 37.5 inches of headroom and 38.2 inches of legroom in the rear row to make all the occupants feel comfortable. The 2021 EcoSport's cargo capacity measures 20.9 cubic feet. The standard 60/40 split expands the space to 50 cubic feet.
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Models |
2021 Ford EcoSport |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Chevrolet Trax |
2021 Mazda CX-3 |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
36.6/53.3/42.9 |
39.5/56.8/41.2 |
39.6/54.1/40.8 |
37.6/53.5/41.7 |
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Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
37.5/55.1/38.2 |
38.3/54.5/39.3 |
38.8/52.8/35.7 |
37.2/50.4/35 |
All the trims of the 2021 Ford Ecosport get an SYNC3 infotainment system. The base S trim gets a 4.2-inch touchscreen panel, the mid-spec SE trim gets a 6.5-inch touchscreen panel, and the top SES and Titanium trims get a large 8-inch display. Regardless of their size, all the touchscreens are clear in terms of visibility.
Apart from this, some of the most prominent convenience features aboard the 2021 Ford Ecosport includes:
- 6-way powered driver's seat and 4-way powered front passenger's seat
- Voice control with Amazon Alexa
- Available power moonroof with sunshade
- Ambient lighting system
- Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel with chrome inserts
- A high definition reversing camera which can compete with the one found in luxury cars
- 8” Touchscreen System with Navigation
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot
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2021 Ford EcoSport Exterior
"The 2021 EcoSport has a stubby but tall and muscular look, with a nose that wouldn’t be mistaken for anything but a Ford’s". - Kelly Blue Book
The 2021 Ford EcoSport received some cosmetic upgrades. For a start, the front grille of the EcoSport was made bigger, bolder, more upright, and more in line with the bigger SUVs from the “Blue Oval”. Unlike its rivals, the 2021 EcoSport is still stuck with halogen headlights.
For the model year 2021, the Ford Ecosport gets new 17-inch aluminum diamond-cut wheels on the lower trims and 17-inch Shadow Silver aluminum wheels on the upper trims. Apart from this, Ford offers optional overlander decals for hood, side, and tailgate, on all the trims of the 2021 Ecosport.
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Models |
2021 Ford EcoSport |
2021 Honda HR-V |
2021 Chevrolet Trax |
2021 Mazda CX-3 |
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
3060 |
2906 |
3146 |
2,851 |
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Length (in) |
161.3 |
170.4 |
167.2 |
168.3 |
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Width (in) |
69.5 |
69.8 |
69.9 |
69.6 |
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Height (in) |
64.8 |
63.2 |
66.0 |
60.7 |
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Ground Clearance (in) |
7.0 |
7.3 |
6.2 |
6.1 |
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Wheelbase (in) |
99.2 |
102.8 |
100.6 |
101.2 |
The 2021 Ford Ecosport is the smallest in terms of length and wheelbase. The Honda HR-V seems to be the king in terms of dimensions and is closely followed by the built of the Mazda CX-3. Even the Chevrolet Trax, which looks like an extended hatchback, is bigger in size than the Ford Ecosport.
The 2021 Ford EcoSport cannot really be called a looker. Yet, the crossover flaunts a few eye-catching exterior elements, the most noteworthy of them are:
- Halogen Quad-Beam Projector Headlights with LED Signature Lighting
- Rain-Sensing Wipers
- Fog Lights
- Black/ Silver Roof Rails
- Heated and Powered Exterior ORVMs
- Chrome grill
- Reverse parking sensors
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2021 Ford EcoSport Safety
Only NHTSA has crash-tested the 2021 Ford EcoSport for its crashworthiness. It received four out of five stars overall. The 2021 EcoSport earned perfect five stars in both side-impact and front crash tests. But, in the rollover test, it earned only three stars. IIHS ratings of 2021 Ford EcoSport are not available at the time of this writing.
The 2021 Ford Ecosport gets a limited set of safety and driver-assist highlights, and that too, most of them are offered in the SES and Titanium trims only. Some of the most prominent safety features that you can get as standard in the Ford Ecosport are:
- Driver and Front Passenger Airbags
- Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbags
- Front and Second Row side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Emergency brake assist system
- LATCH in rear seats
- Tire Pressure Monitoring system
- Remote Keyless Entry with Ford MyKey
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2021 Ford EcoSport Competition
2021 Ford EcoSport vs 2021 Honda HR-V
The 2021 Honda HR-V is one of the most economical crossovers you can get in this segment. The HR-V offers more space and practicality in this segment. However, it's the 2021 Ford Ecosport that offers a better driving experience and gets a much more indulging 6-speed gearbox, as compared to the CVT arrangement inside the HR-V.
2021 Ford EcoSport vs 2021 Chevrolet Trax
The 2021 Chevrolet Trax is priced at $23,200 in contrast to the 2021 Ford EcoSport's $22,685. Although it weighs 100 pounds more than the EcoSport, it takes less time to reach 60 mph. The 2021 EcoSport takes the lead by offering 20.9 cubic feet. In terms of fuel economy, the EcoSport is slightly better than the Trax.
2021 Ford EcoSport vs 2021 Mazda CX-3
The 2021 Mazda CX-3 clearly has an edge over the 2021 Ecosport. Consider any aspect of comparison, and the CX-3 will emerge as a winner over the Ford. The CX-3 packs in more grunt. performs better, offers more space, and of course better fuel efficiency. Apart from this, the CX-3 also has a better cabin layout, which feels much more premium than that of the Ecosport. However, it's the cargo capacity, the CX-3 takes a beating at.
2021 Ford EcoSport Final Verdict
The 2021 Ford EcoSport is a mixed bag with some pros and some cons. Though it's an absolute bang for buck value, and it may seem immoral to ask for anything more at such a humble cost. Yet, there are some rivals that are offering a much better bundle and that too at the very same price. So in order to conclude, we’d say that the 2021 Ford EcoSport is a satisfactory agglomeration. Yet, we’d suggest you consider other competitors as well before making the final call.
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2021 Ford EcoSport FAQs
Is the Ford Ecosport impressive at towing?
Depends! The 2021 Ford Ecosport has a maximum towing capacity of 1400 lbs. with the 1.0L engine, whereas the 2L 4-cylinder variant can tow up to 2000 lbs. So until and unless you are not planning on towing a boat with it, you are good. Click here to read more about the towing capacity of the 2021 Ford Ecosport.
Are all Ford EcoSport AWD?
Yes, the 2021 Ford EcoSport can be configured with an AWD drivetrain, but only with the 2.0L Inline-4 engine. The 1.0L engine of the Ford Ecosport does not offer you the liberty of choosing an AWD drivetrain.
What are the available transmission options in the Ford EcoSport?
All the models of the 2021 Ford EcoSport come with standard six-speed automatic transmission.
Is the Ford EcoSport expensive to maintain?
No. Compared to its rivals, it is less. It costs around $5,000 for a period of five years.
Is the Ford EcoSport a reliable car?
The 2021 Ford EcoSport has a reliability rating of 89%. Click here to know about EcoSport's reliability.
2021 Ford EcoSport Latest Update
2021 Ford EcoSport Consumer Reviews and Ratings
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2021 Ford EcoSport Overall Reviews
User Overall Rating
Posted On: March 24, 2021
2021 Ford EcoSport
Pros - Top class performance, wireless charging, and comfortable interior.
Cons - High in cost.
I would definitely recommend it to anyone. The mini suv is an easy vehicle to learn to drive on and is able to hold 5 grown adults with comfort. Handles well and has a good throttle response with the ecoboost engine. The engine makes a lot of noise when pushed to rev limits which is very annoying. Rearview camera. The interior is really nice. It looks and is clean and well designed. The interior is very spacious and feels very open and airy. I like the design of my new Vehicle. It looks really good. It is very safe, I had a small collision and the airbags were not triggered because it was a bump. It safe and reliable with good warranty. Financed it at a low interest of 3%! Good ford dealership
User Overall Rating
Posted On: March 24, 2021
2021 Ford
Pros - Eco- friendly, cheap cost, and nimble handling.
Cons - Infotainment system distract while driving.
A smart purchase of sure. Has everything I need. It is easy to maneuver and soft on the road. The engine is nice and quiet while the transmission can be a little sluggish. Handling has its own mind with a confused AWD system. Bluetooth connections, Apple Carplay, good stereo speakers. The visibility is good and it so comfortable to sit and drive. Very happy with the interior. The tech also is really easy to use and understand. The speakers are loud and have good bass. The car has a sleek body style which I like a lot. Styling it gets full points. It feels safe. Everything feels sturdy and well built. I had zero problems with reliability or anything mechanically wrong with the car! Well worth the money! It will last and last and last! Amazing sales team
User Overall Rating
Posted On: March 24, 2021
2021 EcoSport
Pros - Control facile to access & plenty of space.
Cons - MPG thing is bit bad.
So far for me, it has been a great purchase. A good quality vehicle. The manoeuverability is decent. It gets me from point a to b. Drives ok, engine noise is a big downside and you have to keep the music volume high to avoid it. Could have been a bit smoother. No major mechanical problems. GPS- navigation, music, radio. The seats are comfortable and have more than enough room to stretch legs. And you can also adjust them to your liking as well. I like the curves in the rear and the sleek body lines on the side. Everything feels sturdy and the brakes and accelerations are very responsive. Extremely reliable! It is a new vehicle so that to be expected. I purchased this for a very good price. Bang for the buck!! Trained staff and friendly people around
