EcoBoost 2.3 vs Duratec 2.5

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
Duratec 2.5 BUY 82/100
+8 points over EcoBoost 2.3
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EcoBoost 2.3 Ford
0 / 100
BUY Duratec 2.5 Ford

Specifications

EcoBoost 2.3
Duratec 2.5
Brand
Ford
Ford
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
74
82
Years
2015--present
2005--2014
Displacement
2261 cc
2521 cc
Layout
I4
I5
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
270--350 hp
166--172 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,400--€3,300
€150--€350

Character

EcoBoost 2.3

"Focus RS/Mustang engine. Strong output. RS head gasket recall addressed. Mustang application very reliable."

Duratec 2.5

"Focus ST (pre-EB)/Mondeo/S-Max. Volvo-derived 5-cyl. Smooth, adequate torque. Timing belt service needed."

Issues Comparison

EcoBoost 2.3 2

● MODERATE
Carbon buildup (high-output DI) €400--€800 50,000 km--100,000 km
● MODERATE
Turbo wear under hard use €1,000--€2,500 80,000 km--150,000 km

Duratec 2.5 1

○ MINOR
Coolant system (same family as 2.0) €150--€350 100,000 km--180,000 km

Models

EcoBoost 2.3 5

Focus Mk4 2019--2025 Focus Mk3 (DYB) 2016--2018 Focus RS 2.3 EcoBoost DYB 2016--2018 Hatchback Focus ST 2.3 EcoBoost DEH 2019--2024 Hatchback Mustang 2.3 EcoBoost S550 2015--2024 Coupe

Duratec 2.5 4

Mondeo Mk4 (BA7) 2007--2010 Focus Mk2 (DA3) 2005--2011 Kuga Mk1 2008--2012 Mondeo Mk3 (B5Y) 2000--2007
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