ഫോർഡ് ഇക്കോസ്പോർട്ട് 2015-2021 1.5 TDCi Titanium പ്ലസ് BSIV

Ford Ecosport 1.5 TDCi Titanium Plus is the top end trim in the diesel engine lineup. Being a compact SUV, it has spacious dimensions with the length of 3999mm, width of 1765mm, height of 1708mm and a wheelbase of 2520mm. Its turning radius stands at 5.3meters. A rear mounted spare wheel is raising its overall sporty look. Apart from these, it gets powerful headlights and dual front chrome inserted grille. Spilling the beans regarding its interiors, they are treated in a 2-tone color combination with a lot of impressive features. Other features include leather covered seats, steering wheel and gear shift knob. Undoubtedly, this model has a roomy environment inside, which is enough in giving comfortable seating to its passengers. Besides this, it also includes automatic air conditioning, adjustable tilt and telescopic steering wheel. The brand has brought in critical safety functions like emergency assist, dual front as well as side and curtain airbags. It is powered by a 1498cc diesel engine to pump out 98.59bhp and is coupled to a 5-speed manual transmission. This vehicle has a 2 year or 100000 Kilometers warranty (whichever earlier) as well.


Exteriors:

It is available in a total eight of attractive color options namely, Golden Bronze, Mars Red, Kinetic Blue, Panther Black, Smoke Grey, Diamond White, Chill and a Moondust Silver. The front fascia embraces a chrome finished lower and upper grille with a centralized Ford emblem and headlamps with signature light-guide. Coming to its rear end, it comprises of windscreen defogger and wiper with washer, while side profile includes body colored door handles, stunning alloy wheels and external mirrors. It renders a quite heavy aspect via a spare wheel that is mouthed at its tail gate.

Then, there are Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), bumper cladding, fog lamps for both front and rear facets.


Interiors:

Its overall theme inside is based on Charcoal Black and Dark Shadow Grey color combination. For its driver, there is a seat with height adjustment facility. This compact SUV includes retractable and removable rear package tray, sunglass holder, boot compartment light and passenger vanity mirror with illumination. Moreover, there is storage space under the co-passenger seat. It also gets a 12 volt front and rear power point, height adjustable back headrests. This variant has a boot space of 346 litres that can be further increased up to 705 litres by folding down its rear seat.


Engine and Performance:

It has a 1.5-litre TDCi mill along with a turbocharger, four cylinders and 5-speed manual gearbox. Based on a SOHC valve configuration, this oil burner has a displacement capacity of 1498cc. It makes 98.59bhp of power at 3750rpm and 205Nm of torque between 1750 to 3250rpm. Coming to its fuel efficiency, this vehicle has direct injection fuel supply system that helps it to cover 19.3 Kmpl within the city. Before attaining a top speed of 182 Kmph, it can achieve 100 Kmph from a standstill in 13.5 seconds.


Braking and Handling:

The ventilated discs come fitted to its front wheels and rear ones have drum brakes. Its front axle is combined to an independent McPherson strut with coil spring and anti roll bar. Whereas, rear one incorporates a semi independent twist beam with twin gas and oil filled shock absorbers. In order to make this mechanism more powerful, there is an antilock braking system given as well.


Comfort Features:

This model has courtesy lights for front as well as rear passengers, in which the former comes with two map reading lamps. This variant comprises of an automatic AC, glove box with cooling function, power adjustable ORVM's along with turn indicators, auto head lamps, push button start and rain sensing wipers. Notably, there are power windows at its front and rear, where the driver side one can be operated automatically with one touch up and down facility. The instrument cluster displays outside weather, distance to empty, econometer, average speed and mileage. Entertainment package is also quite appreciable as this vehicle is incorporated a 3.5 inch Multi functional display, audio system with four speakers and connectivity options, such as CD/MP3 player, Bluetooth, Aux-in port and USB interface. Furthermore, there is a SYNC applink that works according to the voice command. Its driver is able to control audio functions through the buttons available on steering wheel.


Safety Features:

This top end version is equipped with outstanding protective terms, including limited speed alarm in fuel computer, emergency brake assist, rear sensors for safe parking. It is also offered with advanced aspects like ABS and EBD, which prevents the vehicle from skidding. A total of six airbags are offered in order to protect the passengers from injuries in the event of an accident. The immobilizer system is another aspect that avoids any unauthorized access into it. Apart from these, it also includes emergency brake hazard warning, smart keyless entry, and a locking wheel nut for spare wheel that further makes the drive safe.

Pros:

1. Magnificent body design.

2. Tremendous comfort and safety features.


Cons:

1. Diesel engine noise is a drawback.

2. Interior styling can be further improved.