EcoBoost 2.5 RS
Ford · 2.5 EcoBoost (JZDA/YVDA)
2009–2018
"Focus RS Mk2 (Volvo I5 turbo) and Mk3 (EcoBoost 2.3). Head gasket on RS Mk2. Mk3 has head gasket coolant-exhaust issue. Both high-performance. Fun but check history."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 1
Head gasket failure
▸Coolant loss, overheating, white smoke
Focus RS Mk3: exhaust-coolant crossover. Ford issued TSB. Check history.
Φλάντζα RS — TSB υπάρχει. ΕΛΕΓΞΤΕ ιστορικό. €1,000-3,000.
Models with EcoBoost 2.5 RS 2
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Tuning Potential
400hp+ Stage 2
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford EcoBoost 2.5 RS reliable?
The Ford EcoBoost 2.5 RS scores 68/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 1 documented issues with total repair costs between €1,000 and €3,000.
What are the common problems with the EcoBoost 2.5 RS?
The most common issues are:
- Head gasket failure — high, repair cost €1,000–€3,000, 40,000 km–100,000 km
What cars use the Ford EcoBoost 2.5 RS?
How much does it cost to repair the EcoBoost 2.5 RS?
Total potential repair costs for all 1 known issues range from €1,000 to €3,000. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the EcoBoost 2.5 RS produced?
The Ford EcoBoost 2.5 RS was produced from 2009 to 2018. It is a 2522cc I5 petrol turbo engine.
Scores are calculated from documented issues, repair costs, and failure patterns across thousands of owner reports and technical sources. Learn about our methodology. Always inspect before you buy.