2.5 FHEV/PHEV vs Duratec 2.5
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
Duratec 2.5
BUY
82/100
+10 points over 2.5 FHEV/PHEV
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
2.5 FHEV/PHEV
Ford
0
/ 100
BUY
Duratec 2.5
Ford
Specifications
2.5 FHEV/PHEV
Duratec 2.5
Brand
Ford
Ford
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
82
Years
2020--present
2005--2014
Displacement
2488 cc
2521 cc
Layout
I4
I5
Type
Hybrid
Petrol Na
Power
190--225 hp
166--172 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€1,000--€5,000
€150--€350
Character
2.5 FHEV/PHEV
"Kuga/Galaxy/S-MAX FHEV/PHEV. Toyota-style Atkinson cycle. CVT. PHEV battery concerns at high mileage. Engine itself is Mazda-Ford co-developed. Reliable hybrid system."
Duratec 2.5
"Focus ST (pre-EB)/Mondeo/S-Max. Volvo-derived 5-cyl. Smooth, adequate torque. Timing belt service needed."
Issues Comparison
2.5 FHEV/PHEV 1
● MODERATE
PHEV battery degradation
Duratec 2.5 1
○ MINOR
Coolant system (same family as 2.0)