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2021 Ford EcoSport
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2021 Ford EcoSport

The Ford Fiesta-based EcoSport jumps into the subcompact crossover market, featuring a tall stance and a side-hinged rear hatch door. It offers a either a 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder and 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The 2.0-liter engine comes with standard all-wheel drive. Even with the larger of the two engines, the EcoSport is slow and at 24 mpg overall, fuel economy isn't stellar. Handling, however, is very nimble but the ride is stiff and the cabin is loud. Controls are easy to master, including Ford's Sync 3 infotainment system (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility are standard). Blind-spot warning with cross-traffic warning is offered on higher trims, but neither forward-collision warning nor automatic emergency braking are available. 2022 is the final year for the EcoSport.

Market value
$13,725
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2021
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 3/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Subcompact SUVs
Generation began
2018

Pricing

Current retail median
$13,725
Retail value range
$11,125 - $15,125
Original MSRP range
$20,395 - $28,345
Trade-in range
$8,245 - $12,450

Ratings

Road test score
61/100
Reliability
3/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
23 MPG
EPA highway
29 MPG
EPA combined
25 MPG
Tested city
17 MPG
Tested highway
31 MPG
Tested overall
24 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,635
Cruising range
325 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.9 sec
0-60 mph
10.7 sec
60-0 mph braking
132 ft
Avoidance speed
54.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
161 in
Width
70 in
Height
65 in
Wheelbase
99 in
Weight
3,390 lb
Maximum load
825 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3.5 in
Front leg room
42 in
Rear head room
2.5 in
Rear leg room
27 in
Cargo volume
22.5 cu ft

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Ford

Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.

Vehicle ID: 20101 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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