Used Ford EcoSport in Mumbai

— The 1.0L EcoBoost turbo is prone to failure, especially on cars that weren't serviced with the correct oil grade or had extended oil change intervals. Symptoms: loss of power, whistling/whining noise from the engine bay, blue/white smoke from the exhaust, and oil pooling around the turbo housing. If the turbo has failed or is showing signs of failure, walk away — a replacement turbocharger costs ₹40,000-60,000 plus labour, and finding a genuine unit post-Ford exit is increasingly difficult.

— A well-known EcoSport issue — water leaks into the boot area through deteriorated tailgate weatherstripping or the rear wash/wiper seal. Pull back the boot carpet and feel for dampness. In severe cases, the spare wheel well fills with water, causing hidden rust on the boot floor. This is especially common in cars parked outdoors in monsoon-heavy cities. The tailgate seal itself is cheap (₹1,500-2,500) but if rust has set in on the boot floor, structural repair is ₹15,000+.

— The EcoSport's AC compressor is a known weak point, especially on 2017-2019 models. Symptoms: AC blows warm, grinding/rattling noise when AC is switched on, or AC clutch not engaging. A seized compressor also contaminates the entire AC system with metal shavings, requiring a full flush + condenser + compressor replacement. Genuine Ford compressors are ₹18,000-22,000 (if available); aftermarket options are ₹10,000-14,000 but quality varies.