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Welcome to the Ford Ecosport vs all new Honda HR-V comparison. We regard the Ford Ecosport highly in many areas but not overall whereas the HR-V impresses straight away. The Ecosport is smaller than the HR-V in all dimensions except for the height and id currently the smallest small SUV currently available. We believe it could be highly popular, it’s interior presentation the key factor which lets the package down.
Ford Ecosport vs Honda HR-V exterior: The Ford Ecosport looks like a traditionally styled 4Wd and is the smallest of the small SUV class at the moment. It’s honestly almost the perfect size for what the many buyers want aka city commuting. It looks OK on the outside and the only real visual flaw is probably the relatively small wheels since the body is quite large. The HR-V looks big in pictures but less so in real life, it’s width makes it look and feel bigger. Overall the HR-V looks more modern and arguably the better looking car. That said the Ecosport is not exactly ugly.
Ford Ecosport vs Honda HR-V interior: Easy win to the HR-V in the interior look, feel and quality. The HR-V also has the very key selling point of having the option of a very large sunroof. The Ecosport interior needs an update however thanks to a lower price helps but not enough. Strangely despite similar widths the HR-V felt more spacious. The short cuts in the HR-V are cleverly hidden whereas the Ecosport presents its self as a more basic transportation, we wished that it had more of the Focus or Kuga quality as currently it’s not very impressive.
Ford Ecosport vs Honda HR-V engine and technology: The top range Ecosport has the benchmark 3 cylinder 1 litre turbo engine and the model equipped with this engine is the one to get. That said the Japanese have been turbo charging even smaller engines namely the ‘Kei class’ 3 cylinder 660cc for over 30 years! The HR-V has a regular modern engine but produces enough power to compete with the others. Safety and in car comms tech available on both models but the HR-V has more! which include safety with auto braking at low speeds, lane departure, flat tyre warning and lots of cameras on some models.
Ford Ecosport vs Honda HR-V road test: N/A
To conclude we think the Honda easily has the presentation edge. The HR-V does look and feel good overall – very good package apart from pricing which is entirely justified when compared to the Ecosport. The Ford has the best advantage of a noticeably lower price by about $3000. The Ford Ecosport needs an interior update quickly since that is the only area that is preventing would be buyers choosing it. Choose the HR-V for sophistication and the Ecosport for utility and a lower price.
| Ford Ecosport | Honda HR-V |
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| Engines | |
| 4 Cylinder Petrol 1.5 Litre (1499cc) 91 Octane DOHC EFI Claimed 82Kw @ 6300RPM Claimed 140Nm @ 4400RPM |
4 Cylinder petrol (R18F) 1.8 Litre (1799cc) 91 Octane DOHC VVT EFI Claimed 105Kw @ 6500 RPM Claimed 172Nm @ 4300 RPM |
| 4 Cylinder Petrol 1.0 Litre (999cc) 95 Octane DOHC EFI Turbo Claimed 92Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 170Nm @ 1400RPM |
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| Weight | |
| From Approx Kerb weight 1242Kg Towing capacity up to 700kg |
From Approx Kerb weight 1366 Kg Towing capacity up to 800kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| Up to 53 litres IL4 1.5 litre 6.5 litres per 100km (petrol) IL4 1.0 litre 5.7 per 100km (petrol) |
Up to 50 litres IL4 1.8 Petrol 6.9 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 5 speed manual or 6 speed Auto Overall height/width 1708/1750 Overall length/wheelbase 4245/2521 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 205-70-16 215-55-18 |
CVT Auto Overall height/width 1605/1772 Overall length/wheelbase 4294/2610 4WD system: None ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: 215-55-17 |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach xx Departure xx Breakover xx Ground clearance (unloaded) xxmm Water Fording depth xxmm Max |
| Performance | |
| 1.6 Petrol 0-100kph 12 secs | |
| Pricing | |
| 2015 FROM $23,990 – 29,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change! |
2015 $24,990 – 32,990 AUD |