Dragon 1.5 NA
Ford · 1.5L NA I3
2018–present
"Non-turbo three-cylinder. Fiesta/Puma. Simple, no turbo drama. Adequate daily. Not exciting but dependable."
Mileage Risk Timeline
When problems typically appear — enter your mileage to see your risk zone
Known Issues 1
Carbon buildup (DI 3-cyl)
▸Rough idle, hesitation
New 3-cyl without wet belt. Carbon only real concern.
Standard modern DI maintenance. Clean at 80k km.
Models with Dragon 1.5 NA 7
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Tuning Potential
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford Dragon 1.5 NA reliable?
The Ford Dragon 1.5 NA scores 74/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €250 and €500.
What are the common problems with the Dragon 1.5 NA?
The most common issues are:
- Carbon buildup (DI 3-cyl) — minor, repair cost €250–€500, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Ford Dragon 1.5 NA?
The Dragon 1.5 NA is found in:
- Kuga (2018–2019)
- Kuga (2020–present)
- EcoSport (2018–2022)
- Focus 1.5 EcoBoost Dragon (2018–2024)
- Kuga 1.5 EcoBoost Dragon (2019–2024)
- Puma 1.0 EcoBoost Dragon (2019–2024)
- Puma ST 1.5 EcoBoost (2020–2024)
How much does it cost to repair the Dragon 1.5 NA?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €250 to €500. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the Dragon 1.5 NA produced?
The Ford Dragon 1.5 NA was produced from 2018 to present. It is a 1497cc I3 petrol na engine.
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