EcoBoost 2.0 vs Duratec 2.5
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
Duratec 2.5
BUY
82/100
+6 points over EcoBoost 2.0
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
EcoBoost 2.0
Ford
0
/ 100
BUY
Duratec 2.5
Ford
Specifications
EcoBoost 2.0
Duratec 2.5
Brand
Ford
Ford
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
76
82
Years
2010--present
2005--2014
Displacement
1999 cc
2521 cc
Layout
I4
I5
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Na
Power
200--250 hp
166--172 hp
Known Issues
0
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€150--€350
Character
EcoBoost 2.0
"Focus ST/Mondeo/Kuga. Strong, tunable. Head gasket concern on early Focus ST. Good overall."
Duratec 2.5
"Focus ST (pre-EB)/Mondeo/S-Max. Volvo-derived 5-cyl. Smooth, adequate torque. Timing belt service needed."
Issues Comparison
EcoBoost 2.0 0
No documented issues.
Duratec 2.5 1
○ MINOR
Coolant system (same family as 2.0)