The non-Europe SUV version (EcoSport) that appears to share a few parts, but looks like a small Freelander/very small Ford Expedition, seemed ok for tootling along the ‘high street’
the suspension was rolly on the road, but excellent at absorbing bumps off-road. Horses for courses
-although the TDCi may be better, as the petrol engine got a bit wheezy above 3000m.
“Although based on the Fusion, sharing its engine, transmission and suspension, the EcoSport’s taller ride height gives it a more rugged look. The styling is based on that of the American Ford Escape, and features wider, rounder front lights and a spare wheel on the tailgate. Chunky plastic cladding protects the doors and wheelarches.
Inside, the cabin is nearly identical to that of the Fusion, with well placed controls and an excellent driving position. But right-hand-drive cars would probably have the same problem as both the Fusion and Fiesta – there’s nowhere to rest your clutch foot”