I think that by now, we all know what a Ford EcoSport looks like. A staple on South African roads for close to a decade now, the ubiquitous EcoSport has proven to be a firm favourite with buyers looking to upscale from their current hatchbacks and sedans to something a little more elevated.
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Of the many appealing characteristics of the Ford EcoSport is the perceived size and space that it offers. As youngsters grow, they require a little more space and a sizable boot and generous shoulder room is a prerequisite. The high-riding nature of compact SUVs and crossovers also gives the driver an improved sense of safety. Visibility down the road is improved and potholes and undulations are less of a concern.
How roomy is a Ford EcoSport?
Despite its sizable-looking proportions, the EcoSport is a compact car and may not be best suited for larger individuals or those accustomed to larger vehicles such as double cabs and mid-size SUVs. This has the benefit of making the EcoSport easy to drive but hinders the longevity in the family space if your family is of a larger build.
The EcoSport measures in at 4325 mm long and 2057 mm wide including the mirrors. It stands 1663 mm high and offers a ground clearance of 206 mm. This gives the EcoSport a boot size of 333 litres that can expand to 705 litres when the seats are folded forward. It has a total weight of 1700 kg.
On the inside, the EcoSport gives front passengers 1008 mm headroom and 1086 mm legroom while at the rear things are a little tighter with headroom coming in at 971 mm and legroom measuring in at 956 mm. It is possible to seat 5 in the Ford EcoSport but the best comfort is achieved when only 4 persons make use of the EcoSport at any given time.
