Ford EcoSport S vs. SE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford EcoSport S and Ford EcoSport SE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford EcoSport S and the Ford EcoSport SE.
In comparing the Ford EcoSport S's and the Ford EcoSport SE's specifications and ratings, the Ford EcoSport S has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Ford EcoSport S and Ford EcoSport SE have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford EcoSport S's and the Ford EcoSport SE's specifications and ratings, the Ford EcoSport S is a better car than the Ford EcoSport SE.
Pricing: A used 2022 Ford EcoSport S ranges from $13,989 to $20,022 while a used 2022 Ford EcoSport SE is priced between $15,999 to $22,984.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the Ford EcoSport S and the Ford EcoSport SE both lose 48.8 percent of their value.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Ford EcoSport S and the Ford EcoSport SE makes 166 horsepower. Both the S and the SE are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Ford EcoSport has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22040
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23820
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19000 - 34200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
23705 - 28490
Starting MSRP:
25510
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact SUVs)
23820
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
19000 - 34200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
17367
Price Range:
13989 - 20022
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
21495
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
18030 - 25396
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
62
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
19
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
19073
Price Range:
15999 - 22984
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact SUVs)
21495
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
18030 - 25396
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
166
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
45
Ford EcoSport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Ford EcoSport Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford EcoSport S
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6.1 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford EcoSport SE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact SUVs)
8.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact SUVs)
6.1 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.105060754206235
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.0 - 11.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.105060754206235
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact SUVs)
1.0 - 11.4
Ford EcoSport Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 21Ranking
41 out of / 67Ranking
43 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
49 out of / 67Ranking
51 out of / 67Ranking
57 out of / 67Ranking
58 out of / 67Ranking
62 out of / 67Ford EcoSport Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 21Ranking
41 out of / 67Ranking
43 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 67Ranking
49 out of / 67Ranking
51 out of / 67Ranking
57 out of / 67Ranking
58 out of / 67Ranking
62 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Ford EcoSport Trim Levels
SE, SES, Titanium
Other Ford EcoSport Trim Levels
S, SES, Titanium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
166 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
166 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.3 inches
Cargo Space:
20.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
112 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3360 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
161.3 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3360 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
161.3 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Blue / Lightning Blue
Gray
Smoke
Red
Race Red
Silver
Moondust Silver
White
Diamond White
Yellow
Luxe Yellow
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Medium Stone
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
