2020 Ford EcoSport S
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- Photo: 2022 Ford EcoSport SE 4WD in Moondust Silver Metallic, Front Left, 10-15-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: FORD ECOSPORT SECOND GENERATION (BK) China (8) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford EcoSport (side) by Jason Lawrence, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 Ford EcoSport SE 4WD in Moondust Silver Metallic, Rear Left, 10-15-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Ford EcoSport S is a 123-hp 1.0-liter turbocharged inline-3 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $19,995 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 Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $19,995 |
| MSRP with Destination | $21,240 |
| Destination Charge | $1,245 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3 |
| Displacement | 1 L |
| Horsepower | 123 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 125 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 27 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 28 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 13.6 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 16.0 in |
| Tires Front | 205/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | 205/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 161.3 in |
| Width | 81 in |
| Height | 64.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,020 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (20.4 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2020 Ford EcoSport SUV AWD: 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
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 179 |
| Engine | 170 |
| Power Train | 53 |
| Unknown Or Other | 39 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 24 |
| Electrical System | 13 |
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.