The 2018 Ford EcoSport Titanium stands out among subcompact SUVs like the Honda HR-V and Chevrolet Trax by offering luxury-level features, a confident 4WD drivetrain, and advanced technology in a practical, city-friendly package.
Buyers who want a feature-rich compact SUV for urban commuting, all-weather peace of mind, and daily flexibility will find the EcoSport Titanium especially appealing. Its available 4WD system is ideal for Midwest winters or unexpected weather, while heated front seats and a heated steering wheel provide cold-climate comfort. The navigation system and smartphone integration keep drivers connected, making it a strong pick for those in the rd St. Homewood, IL area or anyone needing a blend of luxury and practicality in their daily routine.
Performance in the EcoSport Titanium is driven by a 2.0L I4 Ti-VCT GDI engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering smooth power for city and highway driving. While competitors like the Honda HR-V and Chevrolet Trax offer similar outputs, the EcoSport adds the security of standard 4WD for improved traction on slippery roads and confidence on unpaved paths. Its composed suspension and speed-sensing steering balance comfort with nimble response, making it easy to maneuver through crowded streets or tight parking lots.
Safety is a defining strength for the EcoSport Titanium, which comes with more standard active-safety features than many rivals. Key equipment includes a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, brake assist, and multiple airbags including knee and side-impact protection. Advanced systems like rain-sensing wipers and SYNC 3 911 Assist provide additional layers of reassurance, features that often require upgrading on other subcompact SUVs. This comprehensive safety suite is designed to help prevent accidents and keep all occupants secure.
A standout in its class, this SUV comes loaded with premium amenities through the Titanium trim and Equipment Group 400A. Enjoy perforated leather-trimmed heated bucket seats, a power moonroof, navigation system, and a premium 10-speaker audio experience. Smart connectivity shines with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and SYNC 3 integration, while automatic climate control, auto-dimming mirror, and rain-sensing wipers add comfort and convenience. The split-folding rear seat and roof rails maximize cargo flexibility for road trips or daily errands.
Compared to the Honda HR-V and Chevrolet Trax, the EcoSport Titanium delivers stronger standard equipment and a more upscale interior for the price. Its 4WD system is a notable advantage over the typically front-wheel-drive competition, giving drivers greater flexibility in changing conditions. The EPA-estimated 23 city and 29 highway MPG provide a good balance of power and efficiency, making it a logical choice for those seeking value and versatility without sacrificing comfort or tech features.
Why choose the EcoSport Titanium over competitors? It offers more luxury features as standard, like leather seating and navigation, while competitors often require costly upgrades. What does this SUV offer that others don't? Standard 4WD and rain-sensing wipers add capability and convenience. Which vehicle in this segment offers the best overall value? With premium amenities and comprehensive safety, the EcoSport Titanium stands out.
For a closer look or to schedule a test drive, visit Ford of Homewood at 3233 183rd St. Homewood, IL 60430 or call 708-356-9308. Experience first-hand why the EcoSport Titanium sets itself apart in the subcompact SUV segment and see how it can meet your needs in comfort, safety, and technology.
2018 Ford EcoSport Titanium
- Used
The overview
- Exterior Color
- Shadow Black
- Interior Color
- Black
- Odometer
- 62,537 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Transmission
- 6-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- 2.0L I4 Ti-VCT GDI
- VIN
- MAJ6P1WL9JC181490
- Stock Number
- 3227N
The highlights
- Navigation system
- Leather upholstery
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Power moonroof
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Parking sensors
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Rain sensing wipers
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: SYNC 3 911 Assist
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Navigation system
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power moonroof
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Front anti-roll bar
- Front tires: 205/50HR17.0
- Front wheel independent suspension
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Rear tires: 205/50HR17.0
- Speed-sensing steering
- Wheel size: 17"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 8.0"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 6
- Smart device integration: AppLink/Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Speaker type: B&O PLAY
- Speakers: 10
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Leather shift knob
- Leather steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Manual driver lumbar support
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power driver seat
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: split-bench
- Rear seats Folding position: flip forward cushion/seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: Not Available
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 23mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 25mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 29mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 13.6gal.
- Horsepower: 166hp @ 6,500RPM
- Limited slip differential: brake actuated
- Manual-shift auto: SelectShift
- Number of valves: 16
- Recommended fuel: Regular Unleaded
- Torque: 149 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Transmission: 6 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Bumpers: body-color
- Cargo: conventional
- Door mirrors: body-color
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Roof rack: rails only
- Turn signal indicator mirrors
- Compression ratio: 12.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,524kg (3,360lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 87.4mm x 83.1mm (3.44" x 3.27")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine horsepower: 166hp @ 6,500RPM
- Engine torque: 149 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,765mm (69.5")
- Exterior height: 1,654mm (65.1")
- Exterior length: 4,097mm (161.3")
- Front headroom: 1,006mm (39.6")
- Front hiproom: 1,311mm (51.6")
- Front legroom: 1,090mm (42.9")
- Front shoulder room: 1,354mm (53.3")
- Interior cargo volume: 592 L (21 cu.ft.)
- Interior maximum cargo volume: 1,416 L (50 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,580L (91.1 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 953mm (37.5")
- Rear hiproom: 1,293mm (50.9")
- Rear legroom: 932mm (36.7")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,303mm (51.3")
- Towing capacity: 907kg (2,000lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.3m (17.5')
- Wheelbase: 2,520mm (99.2")
- Appearance: analog
- Blind spot: BLIS warning
- Compass
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Parking sensors: rear
- Rain sensing wipers
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Rear collision: Cross Traffic Alert warning
- Rear side impact airbag
- Security system
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
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- Title information
- Odometer readings
- Accident data (if applicable)
- Service history
- Vehicle usage
- Recall information (if applicable)
- Warranty status
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3.9out of 5 overall- 5.0
Best Gas Saver Ever.
by MustangLincolnLSLovr on 7/14/2026 2:14:43 AM
I have the 1.0 turbo and I so enjoy this little fun Baby SUV. I can move in and out of traffic swiftly. Fastest little SUV I've ever seen. Chevy 1 like this size. Engine blew up 73k miles. Scraped it. Bought this Ecosport used. It's so fun. So far highway mileage I get 45 mpg at 67 mph. 70 or little more. I get 34.2 to 37. Haven't gone long distance like 2 states or more. Just usually 5 hours away and back. Only 1 issue I do have it doesn't have a spare tire. That kind of makes me nervous of a flat tire or blow out. Either that I am looking to buy a few more. Better Gas mileage than Excursion Limited. - 4.0
Underestimated by experts on off road ability.
by Tony on 5/7/2026 8:54:42 AM
My wife and I have owned 2 Ecosports there much different rides. Our 2019 model 1.0 liter very solid vehical tight solid as a rock but very slow no zip my wife loved it handle great 22 mpg good in all weather conditions purches price around $22,000 with $1,200 trade in sold it 2 years later 40,000 mile on it $17,500. 2022 se 2.0 plenty of zip handles great I've driven it snow storms thru fields of roading no problems main reasons for being price and heath reasons you step downward out of it instead of pulling your self up like Ford Taurus 22 mpg not as tight as 2019 if you know what i mean little rattle hear and there both models have head lights pointed downward we asked for them to be adjusted both vehicles Ford dealers said thats proper place the way its adjusted had to tell them raise head lights up right or wrong can't see far enough ahead all in all good vehicals who ever said 2022 not good for off road never drove it off road if I had to pick either 2019 or 2022 and was planning on keeping it 7 years or 100,000 miles I would pick 2019. Only complaint about these vehicles no spare tire had a blow out 95 degrees on turn Pike on a holiday we had to get it towed to our house and ride with tow truck driver back home missing a family gathering when I realize standing in the heat on turnpike there was no spare tire living in Pennsylvania I thought to my self where is government over site on this and just about every issue there is what has become of Pennsylvania its leader ship is MIA. - 5.0
GREAT ECONOMY CAR
by SatanicMajesty on 11/10/2025 10:39:33 AM
We bought our 2020 EcoSport in March 2021. We have kept up with the suggested maintenance schedule, and have experienced no issues regarding mechanical problems, performance, or durability. The car is small, but comfortably seats 4–5 people. The only thing about small SUV's that lacks convenience is that there is little cargo space, even when you put the rear seats down. It's enough space for 3 carry on bags with the rear seats up. When the rear seats are down, the cargo space is good for a decent size Costco haul, but no large electronics boxes for TV's will fit. We get decent gas mileage of twenty-three MPG with city driving conditions and 29-30 MPG with highway driving. The EcoSport plows through snow that's so deep it seems as though the vehicle won't make it through the snow, but it's never been stuck in snow. Also, our insurance for our SUV is only $360 every 6 months. It's been an economically great, little SUV. They're also cute.