The Ford EcoSport has been in our local market for quite some time now, but sadly for American buyers, this baby SUV has never made it into their Ford dealership. Well now Ford has decided to introduce the all-new EcoSport to North America during the world’s first-ever Snapchat vehicle reveal.
For the American market, the EcoSport comes with premium B&O PLAY audio system to provide the best in-vehicle music experience. The Ford-exclusive B&O PLAY audio system that comes standard in the EcoSport Titanium features 10 speakers, including B&O PLAY-branded tweeters and woofers in the front doors and a subwoofer in back.
Customers looking to stand apart from the crowd will find plenty of ways to personalize their EcoSport. Along with 10 exterior colour choices, there are 7 ambient lighting options and 4 trim level offerings – S, SE, SES and Titanium. All variants will feature a swing-gate-style tailgate as standard and hey, it does not come with the highly-criticized huge spare wheel-cover anymore!
The personality-packed SES variant makes the biggest splash. It features Intelligent 4WD, sport-tuned suspension and steering, and unique styling cues inside and out – including bold copper accents for the interior and sport seats.
In terms of tech and gizmos, the EcoSport makes it easy to stay in touch with friends and family with Ford’s SYNC 3. SYNC 3 is faster, more intuitive and easier to use, plus, the system provides more conversational voice recognition and enhanced response to driver commands. Optimized for hands-free use, SYNC 3 for EcoSport is coupled with a touch screen similar to a smartphone or tablet. The 8-inch screen gives front-row occupants easy access to operate available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto commands, and B&O PLAY audio settings.
Drivers also have the ability to start, lock, unlock and locate their vehicle from almost anywhere using available SYNC Connect with FordPass. The mobile app lets owners view vehicle information, such as the fuel level and odometer reading, when not in the vehicle.
EcoSport features two fast-charging USB ports to ensure owners’ devices are always juiced. Plus, there’s a 12-volt power outlet. An available 110-volt outlet positioned behind the center console and another 12-volt outlet allow rear-seat passengers to stay plugged in, too.
The choice of powertrain for the Ford EcoSport is either a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder turbocharged EcoBoost or a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine. Power is channeled to the front wheels or all four wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The all-new Ford EcoSport starts arriving in U.S. dealerships in early 2018 and pricing has not yet been announced.
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