The 2019 Ford EcoSport wants for safety and styling that match even the lowered standards set by its price.
Pros Spacious enough Available all-wheel drive Decent fuel economy Upmarket audio option
Cons Heavy for its size Also sluggish Poor safety profile Cabin’s poor fit and finish
The 2019 Ford EcoSport is competitively priced among subcompact crossovers. Unfortunately, its fuel economy scores aren't as good as those of top-tier rivals, and there aren't any advanced safety features aside from blind-spot monitoring.
Pros Above-average cargo space for the class All-wheel drive can be ordered at every trim level Widespread availability of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Sync 3 infotainment interface is fast and easy to use
Cons Aside from blind-spot monitoring, advanced safety aids aren't available Below-average fuel economy Base engine might struggle while carrying passengers and cargo Choppy, jittery ride on most road surfaces
The 2019 Ford EcoSport ranked #15 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Ford EcoSport has a score of 6.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good amount of cargo space Tall driving position User-friendly available infotainment system
Cons Poor acceleration with base engine Easily unsettled ride Large window pillars hinder forward visibility Limited available advanced safety features
The entire Edge lineup receives new wheel designs, and two new gray colors join the palette. All models also receive acoustic-laminated glass on the front side windows for extra sound deadening as well as standard rear parking sensors. The infotainment system gets upgraded to the Sync 4 interface and gains a 12-inch display. The top-level ST model adds a six-way power-adjustable passenger's seat and a heated steering wheel as standard.
Pros Accommodating interior, smooth and quiet ride, well-equipped even at the base level.
Cons Cabin fit-and-finish needs polish, nondescript handling, rival SUVs look and feel fresher.
For 2021 New 12-inch touchscreen replaces previous 8-inch screen.Ford's upgraded Sync 4 infotainment system now standard,Reverse parking sensors added to all trims.New seven-speed transmission for Edge ST.
Pros Plush, well-padded seats Plenty of space for passengers and luggage Fuel-efficient and performance-oriented engines Quiet cabin at highway speeds
Cons Interior design and control layout are dated and bland Visibility hampered by thick roof pillars and blind spots Transmission responses are a little slow Rides uncomfortably over small bumps and dips
The 2021 Ford Edge's #11 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. It is a finalist for our 2021 Best 2-Row SUV for Families award. Currently the Ford Edge has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 46 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Energetic turbocharged engine choices Many standard safety features Spacious interior
Cons Subpar cabin materials Poor rear and side visibility
