Verdict
The Ecosport looks the business, it drives like a dream and is powered by a peach of an engine in the Ecoboost guise. There’s more space inside than you’d imagine and the vehicle ticks almost all the boxes on a prospective buyers’ wish-list. Pricing, as always, is crucial and truly defines the value that this new product from Ford offers.
The ex-showroom prices for the Ecosport are as follows
1.5 Ti-VCT (Ambiente) 5.59 Lakh
1.5 TDCi (Ambiente) 6.69 Lakh
1.0 Ecoboost Titanium 7.89 Lakh
1.5 Ti-VCT Powershift 8.44 Lakh
At those prices, there is absolutely no argument against the Ecosport. It’s a no-brainer, and for any of the engines or variants, you just have to consider this model if you are buying into the Rs 6-10 lakh segment. A terrific value for money proposition!
It would be tough to pass the final verdict without knowing the price. We’d wait for the first week of June when the price of car will be announced and bookings will open. In the meantime, here’s a quick list of the high and low points of the car
Highlights
- Great overall package
- Sporty exterior design
- Handles really well, one of the most fun-to-drive mainstream cars around
- Amazing engine – gearbox combo, with more options available
- More spacious on the inside, than it appears looking at it from the outside
- Functional, built to last interior which is comfortable and feature rich
Lowlights
- Diminutive size may put off a few customers who are looking for girth
- Plastic quality in the cabin isn’t too great
- Rear seat ideal only for two
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