Ford Explorer vs Ford EcoSport
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$19,995 |
Average price$25,571 | Average price$17,000 |
Listings9316 | Listings3518 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews5.8 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | |
Reviews SummaryAmericans have an insatiable thirst for SUVs. From the smallest and most affordable to the largest and most expensive segments, the SUV is transforming traditional ideas of what a car is and what a car does. Ford, however, which kicked off the SUV craze with its original Explorer way back in 1991, has had nothing to offer budget-conscious SUV buyers. Until now. Meet the 2018 Ford EcoSport (pronounced echo-sport). | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Torque | Torque125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower123 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space20.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3020 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height65.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length161.3 in |
Width89.3 in | Width81.0 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase99.2 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1400 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $19,995 |
Average price | $25,571 | $17,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 5.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | Americans have an insatiable thirst for SUVs. From the smallest and most affordable to the largest and most expensive segments, the SUV is transforming traditional ideas of what a car is and what a car does. Ford, however, which kicked off the SUV craze with its original Explorer way back in 1991, has had nothing to offer budget-conscious SUV buyers. Until now. Meet the 2018 Ford EcoSport (pronounced echo-sport). |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 123 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 1.0L 123 hp I3 |
Torque | 125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 123 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 20.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3020 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 65.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 161.3 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 81.0 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 99.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 1400 lbs |
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