[manish_symc]

Any day it will be Ecosport. Apart from features, I find Ecosport gives good driving sitting position and feel of inside a tank. Personally, I don't like WRV because of plastic use all around the body.

[Samba]

I have driven the diesel version of both the cars.

The Ecosport was more connected to the driver, while the WRV offered more space.

As you are looking for a petrol, the Ecosport is the way to go. The 1.2L petrol engine on the WRV is under-powered, whereas the Ecosport gets the lovely 1.5L Dragon engine.

[Abby92]

Originally Posted by kalaks2000

Folks, i am planning to upgrade my Santro to the Compact SUV segment - either Ford Ecosport or Honda WRV and need your guidance for me to make a decision, as i am

Since you’ve mentioned petrol, Ecosport indeed has an edge over WRV with that beautiful 1.5 dragon series engine. Moreover WRV looks more like a pseudo-crossover not a compact SUV in terms of its road presence. Regardless choose wisely, good luck

[kalaks2000]

Originally Posted by Thermodynamics

wake me up from sleep, ask me this question any number of times, I would select the 1.5 Dragon both eyes closed.

Wow! Amazing! I can understand the influence of the 1.5 Dragon.

Originally Posted by Samba

I have driven the diesel version of both the cars.

The Ecosport was more connected to the driver, while the WRV offered more space.

As you are looking for a petrol, the Ecosport is the way to go. The 1.2L petrol engine on the WRV is under-powered, whereas the Ecosport gets the lovely 1.5L Dragon engine.

Agree Samba. The dilemma was because one has a must have a feature, as a mix n match. So wanted to hear from the existing owners.

Thanks

Originally Posted by Abby92

Since you’ve mentioned petrol, Ecosport indeed has an edge over WRV with that beautiful 1.5 dragon series engine. Moreover WRV looks more like a pseudo-crossover not a compact SUV in terms of its road presence. Regardless choose wisely, good luck

Abby, my use is mostly city drive and very limited long drive, and hence the choice of Petrol. I could feel that lag in WR-V, but that set aside, some owners were saying that when you are down to 2nd gear and push up further, the acceleration is better.

[pganapathy]

I have a Ford Fiesta and bought my parents one last year, so by all accounts I should definitely tell you to go for the Ecosport. The one, and big concern, is maintenance/future. Ford is seriously evaluating their future in India, with a JV the most likely possibility. Service has definitely improved over the last couple of years, but the risk of them semi-withdrawing from the market is what makes me recommend the WRV. In most respects the Ecosport is a better vehicle. However, the one thing I would seriously consider checking is back seat comfort. I know the Ecosport is fairly uncomfortable at the back as a cousin owns it

[phamilyman]

Safety (weight / airbags) say Ecosport.Ecosport is heavier / better built than the Yaris / City etc. You never know when you need that safety.



Else the WRV is a spacious sensible choice.

[Raj_RD]

The 1.5 dragon is anyday better than the 1.2 vtec, and the EcoSport also has heavier sheet metal. However the Wrv offers more space in the back.
Any reason for not considering Nexon?

[samaspire]

Originally Posted by kalaks2000

4. My parking space is limited , hence i can accommodate only sub 4 mtrs vehicle.

I would any day recommend the Ecosport as it is the better car. Also, there is nothing to worry regarding the service aspect. I have an Aspire for the last 4 years and their support has been exemplary - and cheap. Cheaper than my Alto. They also don't have any plans of quitting in the near future.

Honda on the other hand, has lost its interest in India. All they products seem uninspiring and dull. Service is expensive and sales team disinterested (at least in my town).

BUT, the Ecosport is not a sub 4-meter car - the spare wheel is an extension. So please consider that while buying.

- Sam

[kalaks2000]

@pganapathy - yes back comfort is not great, but i will use to full capacity once in a while..so not a worry for me..service is key and heard they have improved now.


@Phamilyman - Safety / comfort is very important..

@Raj_RD - agree...my only pull is ample amount of leg room in the front as well..Nexon is a bit wide, so had a parking challenge ( in & out ) in my apartment...and dropped.


@Samaspire - got it...the spare wheel extension is OK..don't have a challenge for now. On the service / cost front, the ford SA was mentioning that they are better compared to Maruti now a days, as they have local mfg / sourcing of the spare parts

[ranjitnair77]

Originally Posted by kalaks2000

Usage is predominantly within bangalore city and long drives, during the long week ends , once in a while inter state - 2/3 times in a year.

Since you are in the city that gives new meaning to the term traffic jams, shouldn't an Automatic Transmission be the first choice? Yes, I understand all the talk around mileage and sluggishness and fun-to-drive but all of that is irrelevant in mostly city driving conditions where peace of mind is paramount.

The Ecosport Titanium+ AT would be my choice. It's worth the stretch if it is over your budget.

[kalaks2000]

@ranitnair77 -agree with you, but will miss the fun of the drive. secondly, budget stretch and mileage return for the same.

[kalaks2000]

Originally Posted by manish_symc

Any day it will be Ecosport. Apart from features, I find Ecosport gives good driving sitting position and feel of inside a tank. Personally, I don't like WRV because of plastic use all around the body.

@Manish_symc - when you say plastic all around the body, what are you referring to here..

[manish_symc]

Originally Posted by kalaks2000

@Manish_symc - when you say plastic all around the body, what are you referring to here..

I was talking about plastic cladding all around to give SUV look to the car.

[ranjitnair77]

Originally Posted by kalaks2000

@ranitnair77 -agree with you, but will miss the fun of the drive. secondly, budget stretch and mileage return for the same.

Let's assume that you keep the car for 5 years and run it for 100,000kms in that period. Let's also assume that the mileage for the AT is 8kmpl and the manual is 11kmpl in the city and the price of petrol will average out to 80rs/liter. Quick back of the envelope calculations tell us that the running costs for the AT will be Rs. 27300 more. That works out to Rs. 455 a month more. That's two coffees at Starbucks . Surely the mileage point is moot given the convenience.

The DCT has paddle shifts so you can shift away manually if you wish. The shifting of the DCT is pretty good. So the fun of the drive point is tenuous at best.

The real issue here is the budget stretch. Again if you intend to keep the car for a long time, it's always nice to get the top-of-the-line model. This is exactly the thought process I followed when I bought a top end Verna AT last year. And Pune traffic is nowhere near as bad as Bangalore. I cannot imagine driving a manual through your traffic.

All the best for your decision and buying process.

[kalaks2000]

Originally Posted by ranjitnair77

Let's assume that you keep the car for 5 years and run it for 100,000kms in that period. Let's also assume that the mileage for the AT is 8kmpl and the manual is 11kmpl in the city and the price of petrol will average out to 80rs/liter. Quick back of the envelope calculations tell us that the running costs for the AT will be Rs. 27300 more. That works out to Rs. 455 a month more. That's two coffees at Starbucks . Surely the mileage point is moot given the convenience.

The DCT has paddle shifts so you can shift away manually if you wish. The shifting of the DCT is pretty good. So the fun of the drive point is tenuous at best.

The real issue here is the budget stretch. Again if you intend to keep the car for a long time, it's always nice to get the top-of-the-line model. This is exactly the thought process I followed when I bought a top end Verna AT last year. And Pune traffic is nowhere near as bad as Bangalore. I cannot imagine driving a manual through your traffic.

All the best for your decision and buying process.

@ranjitnair - In todays scenario with the technology getting obsolete fast, don't intend to keep the car for more than 5 years. Next 5 yrs will see EV taking the center stage with a bunch of new offerings in the mkt. So mentally not able to spend that initial 2.7 lacs addl now. Agree that the fuel spend is a narrow margin.