Used Ford EcoSport for sale near Hythe

CarGurus expert rating: 2 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.4 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 33.6%
Overall CarGurus rating: 4.0 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 1,200
Average Price: Around £10,000

Ford EcoSport (2014-present) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Cheap to run and affordable to buy	Doesn't deliver the sharp drive you'd expect of a Ford
Good choice of petrol and diesel engines	Irritating side-opening tailgate
Improved interior after 2018 facelift	Early cars weren't well equipped

Quick Summary

The Ford EcoSport, launched in 2014, was initially a distinctly half-hearted effort, designed for its South American division. It lacked the driving verve expected of a Ford, featuring a dated interior, awkward styling, and less than solid build quality, causing it to trail European rivals. However, Ford quickly responded with a series of significant updates, most notably a major facelift in 2018 that introduced a far more modern interior and improved competitiveness.

While its side-opening tailgate can be inconvenient, the EcoSport offers adequate interior space with a 356-litre boot (expanding to 1,238 litres with seats down). Running costs are a saving grace, with frugal engines (EcoBoost petrols often achieving around 40mpg, diesels closer to 50mpg real-world) and cheap servicing. While later models are improved, it struggles to compete with smarter rivals like the Ford Puma, making a used, post-facelift model the most sensible option.

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers seeking a compact SUV with good equipment levels (especially post-2018 facelift) and low running costs, or those looking for an affordable used car where depreciation has already taken its toll.

Not ideal for: Buyers expecting class-leading driving dynamics or a premium feel, those who find the side-opening tailgate inconvenient, or those considering earlier, pre-facelift models.


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The Verdict

You should buy the EcoSport if: You're on a budget, seeking a compact SUV with good equipment levels (post-2018 facelift) and low running costs, or looking for an affordable used car where depreciation has already taken its toll.

Consider alternatives if: You expect class-leading driving dynamics or a premium feel, find the side-opening tailgate inconvenient, or are considering earlier, pre-facelift models.

Competitive Position: The Ford EcoSport (2014-present) initially missed the mark but significantly improved with its 2018 facelift, offering better interiors and equipment. While not matching rivals like the Ford Puma for driving dynamics or overall refinement, its low running costs, decent practicality, and affordability as a used car make it a reasonable option for budget-conscious buyers, particularly post-facelift examples.

Read our full Ford EcoSport Review

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