EcoBoost 2.3 vs Zetec-SE

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
Zetec-SE BUY 80/100
+6 points over EcoBoost 2.3
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE EcoBoost 2.3 Ford
0 / 100
BUY Zetec-SE Ford

Specifications

EcoBoost 2.3
Zetec-SE
Brand
Ford
Ford
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
74
80
Years
2015--present
1995--2012
Displacement
2261 cc
1596 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
270--350 hp
75--100 hp
Known Issues
2
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,400--€3,300
€300--€700

Character

EcoBoost 2.3

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

Zetec-SE

"Fiesta/Focus base engine. Simple, reliable. Thermostat housing. Coil pack. Head gasket failure rare but possible. Good parts availability. Cheap to run and maintain."

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

Zetec-SE 1

● MODERATE
Head gasket (rare) €300--€700 120,000 km--200,000 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

Zetec-SE 7

Focus Mk1 (DAW) 1998--2004 Focus Mk2 (DA3) 2004--2011 Fiesta Mk7 (JA8) 2008--2012 Fiesta Mk4/Mk5 (JA/JB) 1996--2002 Fiesta Mk4/Mk5 (JA/JB) 1996--2002 Fiesta Mk4/Mk5 (JA/JB) 1996--2002 Fiesta Mk4/Mk5 (JA/JB) 1996--2002
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