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2020 Ford EcoSport AWD S

The 2020 Ford EcoSport AWD S is a 123-hp 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-3 with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $21,590 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.

It makes 123 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 125 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 27 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).

The EcoSport measures 161.3 inches long on a 99.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,020 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$21,590
MSRP with Destination$22,835
Destination Charge$1,245
Engine
Engine Type1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3
Displacement1 L
Horsepower123 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City27 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined28 MPG
Tank Capacity13.6 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16.0 in
Wheels Rear16.0 in
Tires Front205/60R16
Tires Rear205/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length161.3 in
Width81 in
Height64.8 in
Wheelbase99.2 in
Curb Weight3,020 lbs

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (19.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2020 Ford EcoSport SUV AWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2020 Ford EcoSport SUV FWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Ford ECOSPORT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 27, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Consequence: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

NHTSA campaign 25V442000

Dec 22, 2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

Consequence: A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.

NHTSA campaign 23V905000

Dec 17, 2020 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C26.

NHTSA campaign 20V791000

400 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Ford ECOSPORT

Owner Complaints

400 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Ford ECOSPORT (7 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling179
Engine170
Power Train53
Unknown Or Other39
Fuel/Propulsion System24
Electrical System13
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 13, 2026 · Engine
“The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that while attempting to…”
Oct 1, 2026 · Engine
“The authorized Ford dealer failed to properly execute the safety recall repair. They twice filled my 1.0L EcoBoost wet-belt engine with standard domestic XO5W20BSP oil instead of the…”
Sep 24, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes Crash
“The low brake fluid warning came on my dash as I tried to stop at a stop sign. I tried again to depress the brake pedal and the brake pedal was not moving. It was like it was locked in place. The…”
Sep 23, 2026 · Air Bags, Service Brakes Crash 20 injuries
“While in traffic, the brakes were pressed, the car did not brake and I had to swerve to try to avoid one collision and caused another one. The steering wheel airbag did not deploy and the vehicle i…”
Sep 17, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Engine
“after my oil pump recall was done, the check engine light came on and is reading code P04DB.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2020 FORD ECOSPORT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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