Ford EcoSport

Ford EcoSport is a compact SUV for people who want a higher driving position and a small body that is easier to place in traffic than a larger crossover. By our assessment, its appeal comes from the simple idea of giving SUV shape without demanding much road space. The trade-off is that the cabin and cargo room are not generous, and the whole car sits in a crowded class where rivals often feel newer and more polished. In practice it is the kind of vehicle that makes parking and city use less awkward, but that compactness also sets the ceiling for comfort on longer trips. It sits below bigger family SUVs and above a basic hatchback in feel, and the rear-door spare-wheel look some versions are known for gives it a very particular presence. Ford EcoSport ends up being more about packaging than excitement, and that is exactly how it should be judged.