Top 5 safety features on a Ford EcoSport

By Farzana Chaumoo

A list of some of the important safety features that can be found in the Ford EcoSport.

 

Driver Assistance Systems

Active driving safety across the range includes Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TC) and Roll Stability Control (RSC) in the EcoBoost range, that adjusts engine torque and braking to help drivers maintain control. These systems come fitted standard. Additionally, the 1.0 EcoBoost-powered models benefit from Hill Launch Assist (HLA) that makes pulling off on steep inclines easier, along with Ford’s Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

 

Rear parking sensors

With the latest EcoSport, you won't have to drive past a challenging parking space as this safety feature will assist the driver while reversing and parking by means of an audible warning. Not only is parking manoeuvres made more efficient and safer with the system, but it also helps you safely judge the distance between your vehicle and obstacles. 

 

Passive safety

Six airbags are fitted as standard on the EcoSport Ambiente, comprising of the dual front, side and curtain airbags, while the Trend and Titanium models are additionally equipped with a driver’s knee airbag. The side airbags have been redesigned to provide extra thorax protection and direct the occupant away from an impact, and new curtain airbags provide increased side-impact coverage. 

 

Anti-Theft

The latest models of the EcoSport are also more secure and are fitted with a standard perimeter alarm, remote central locking and new anti-theft door locks. The Trend and Titanium models benefit from a Thatcham alarm with double dead-locking, while the latter also gains keyless entry and start for added convenience.

 

Cruise Control with Adjustable Speed Limiter

Newer EcoSport Titanium derivatives feature Cruise Control with an Adjustable Speed Limiter. This system helps drivers keep within speed limits.

 

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