The Ford EcoSport is a Compact SUV designed and built in Brazil by Ford. The EcoSport is one of Ford's best-seller models in Mexico, Argentina and Brazil. Its main competitors are the Fiat Idea Adventure, Volkswagen CrossFox and Chevrolet Tracker.
Versions
The EcoSport has been available with five straight-4 engines:
- Zetec-Rocam 1.0 L gasoline 8v supercharged, 95 hp (discontinued in 2006)
- Zetec-Rocam 1.6 8v gasoline/ethanol, 111 hp (83 kW)
- Duratec 2.0 L gasoline 16v 145 hp (108 kW)
- PSA 1.4 L HDi Diesel, 68 hp (51 kW) (this engine is for export only)
All models have front-wheel drive with manual transmission as standard. The 2.0-litre model can also receive a four-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. In the latter case, an electronically-controlled system lets the driver engage the rear axle from the dashboard. Since the EcoSport went on sale, the car has sold well, consistently appearing on the 10 best-selling vehicles on Brazil list. In late 2007 a restyling was introduced, which renewed the front to bring it closer to modern Ford pick-ups as well as the recent Brazilian Fiesta restyling, and updated the rear lights and interior materials. Sales (Brazil) 2003 - 27.214 units
2004 - 38.695 units 2005 - 45.449 units 2006 - 44.777 units 2007 - 47.030 units TOTAL: 203.165
External links
- (Portuguese) Official Brazilian Ford EcoSport website
- (Spanish) Official Mexican Ford EcoSport website
