The car we miss - Ford Ecosport

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When the EcoSport debuted in India, it caused quite a stir in the compact SUV market. And Ford continued to make regular updates to the Vitara Brezza rival and the significantly

upgraded Ford EcoSport, which had a lot going for it, especially among consumers seeking a well-built crossover that was filled with innovative technology and enjoyable to drive.

Although the Ford EcoSport was neither sporty nor fuel-efficient, it did provide the tall sitting posture that many customers desire at a reasonable price. Its simplicity and high build quality set it apart in its niche and made it superior to its rivals.

Six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, hill start assist, and TPMS are just a few of the many safety features that the Ford EcoSport once offered. Other features included leatherette

upholstery, puddle lighting, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and unusual-looking alloy wheels.

The Ecosport was available with a five-speed manual transmission or a 1.5-liter diesel engine with 99 horsepower and 215 Nm of torque. Alternatively, the 1.5-liter, three-cylinder "Dragon" petrol engine. Its maximum torque is rated at 149Nm starting at 4,500 rpm, and it used to produce 121bhp of power at 6,500 rpm.

Interior of the Ecosport had an unusual ivory over grey colour scheme that undoubtedly divided opinion. Apart from that, everything else in the cabin was largely the same as what we were used to seeing in this American sub-four metre SUV. It had a dual-tone black-beige theme. By the conclusion of its production cycle, this cabin already felt stale despite having a

floating touchscreen display that looked nice.

There were plenty of storage areas inside, such as those on the door pads and centre console, but the incredibly tall storage container beneath the driver's armrest merits special notice. Three people can sit here reasonably comfortably with plenty of head and knee room as you move to the back seat. The Ecosport was a fantastic compact-SUV that brought great

quality to the segment and increased the overall standards. We will definitely miss this car for a long time and we hope more cars like this are made.