Passion
Ford has traditionally built some of the finest handling cars in their respective classes. This revised EcoSport doesn’t have the ride and handling balance to do the same, but there is still enjoyment to be found in the steering, which is accurate and weights up nicely as you guide the car through a corner.
What’s more, it’s hard to fault the way Ford has been so thorough with its revisions, with the updated interior, in particular, making a huge difference. With Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and a good sat-nav all featuring on the new 8-inch touchscreen this is a compact SUV that feels much more geared towards its intended – and rapidly growing – customer base.
Price as tested: £22,490 (from £17,495)