Is the Ford EcoSport available in India?
In short: no — Ford EcoSport is not offered as a new model in India today. Ford exited the Indian market in 2021, ending local manufacturing, and EcoSport sales through official channels have not resumed. Buyers now rely on used examples or alternatives, with limited aftersales support for existing vehicles.
What happened to Ford in India
The Indian arm of Ford Motor Company announced a withdrawal from manufacturing and a broader exit from the Indian market in 2021. This marked the end of new-Ford production in the country and the departure of Ford as a local carmaker. The company said it would wind down operations, focus on existing inventory for a limited period, and continue aftersales support for vehicles already sold in India for a defined span of time.
Before listing the key milestones, it is important to understand the overall impact: Ford no longer sells new cars in India, including the EcoSport, through official channels. After the withdrawal, Ford stopped manufacturing in India and shifted toward servicing and spare-parts support for a limited period to assist current customers.
- Ford announced withdrawal from manufacturing in India and a plan to exit the Indian market in 2021.
- Manufacturing operations were wound down, with an emphasis on clearing existing inventory and continuing aftersales support for a defined period.
- The company stated it would provide warranty, service, and spare parts support for vehicles sold in India for a specified duration after sale (commonly referenced as a multi-year window).
- There are no official plans to re-enter the Indian market with new models, so the EcoSport is not being offered as a new vehicle by Ford in India.
In summary, Ford’s Indian footprint effectively ended for new-car sales, while the brand pledged to honor ongoing support for existing customers for a transitional period. The broader Indian SUV market remains highly competitive with other manufacturers filling the space Ford once occupied.
Is the EcoSport still available to buy in India?
Officially, no new Ford EcoSport units are available for sale in India through Ford’s authorized channels. While some dealerships may have sold off remaining stock before or during the exit window, there is no ongoing program to deliver new EcoSport units from Ford India. For most buyers, this means there are no fresh EcoSport consignments from the manufacturer and aftersales will be limited to the terms Ford outlined when it exited manufacturing.
Options for potential buyers seeking an EcoSport today include the following:
- Buying a used Ford EcoSport from the secondary market in India.
- Searching for any remaining dealer stock that might have been available before Ford’s exit (subject to availability).
- Considering import routes (CBU) from other markets, though this is typically not supported by Ford India and can be costly, with uncertain aftersales support.
- Exploring alternative subcompact/SUV options from other manufacturers available in India.
Given the lack of official new-car availability and the cost/complications of imports or uncertain aftersales for a discontinued model, most buyers today opt for alternative models from rival brands rather than pursuing a new EcoSport.
Alternatives in the market
India currently offers a wide range of compact SUVs from multiple manufacturers. If you’re set on a subcompact SUV with a similar footprint, consider:
- Hyundai Venue
- Tata Nexon
- Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza
- Kia Sonet
- Nissan Magnite or Renault Kiger (competitive options from compact-SUV segments)
These models are widely available through official dealerships, with ongoing service and parts support, and may offer a more convenient ownership experience compared to pursuing a discontinued EcoSport via alternative routes.
Summary
The Ford EcoSport is not currently sold as a new vehicle in India. Ford India ceased manufacturing and effectively withdrew from the market in 2021, offering limited aftersales support for existing customers and remaining stock for a defined period. Prospective buyers should focus on used EcoSports or, more practically, explore other modern subcompact SUVs that are readily available with official dealer networks and warranty coverage.
