Ford EcoSport — All Years
We have Ford EcoSport specifications on file for 5 model years, 2018–2022, covering suv trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 30 to 34 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 0 of the 5 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 30 | 218 | 4★ | 2 | 11 |
| 2021 | 1L 3-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 30–34 | 198 | 4★ | 3 | 259 |
| 2020 | 1L 3-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 30–34 | 198 | 4★ | 3 | 399 |
| 2019 | 1L 3-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 30–34 | 196 | 4★ | 2 | 460 |
| 2018 | 1L 3-cyl turbo / 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 30–34 | 195 | 4★ | 2 | 726 |
Best and Worst Ford EcoSport Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 5 Ford EcoSport model years from 2018 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 399 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 1L 3-cyl turbo — 2018–2021
- 2L 4-cyl — 2018–2022
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Ford EcoSport covered on this site?
We have data for 5 model years of the Ford EcoSport, from 2018 to 2022.
What engines does the Ford EcoSport come with?
EPA data lists: 1L 3-cyl turbo (2018–2021); 2L 4-cyl (2018–2022).
Which Ford EcoSport year has the best fuel economy?
The 2021 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 34 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Ford EcoSport have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
No model year of this car currently has a 5-star overall NHTSA rating on record here — check the individual year pages above for the exact rating available.
Which Ford EcoSport model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2020 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (3), and the 2018 has the most owner complaints (726). Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Ford EcoSport?
The Ford EcoSport is classed as an SUV on this site.
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