An ideal Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) for a family need not be flashy or stylish, instead it should be a closest fit to requirements. While some prefer SUVs on the basis of their spaciousness, safety, economical pricing and fuel-economy, others choose them for easy manoeuvrability in difficult road conditions. An SUV not only guarantees capacious interiors but is also a 'jack-of-all-trades' vehicle, which is a preferred choice of many over a sedan or hatchback, considering that roads on long journeys are quiet unpredictable. With the recent boom in the demand of these vehicles, car manufacturers have rolled-out many upgraded versions to befit the tag of a 'family car'. Amidst a bunch of SUVs available as of today, one name that shines brightly is the Ford EcoSport. This compact SUV form the American automobile maker, Ford, is a strong match for a vast range of features that a prospect buyer look for in an ideal family car.
Ford launched EcoSport earlier this year and it has been performing fairly well since then. Two of the prominent highlights of this entry level urban-centric compact SUV that have won it many accolades from industry experts are its interiors and compact size. This roomy SUV offers good leg room along with ample head and shoulder space to all its occupants. In addition, the EcoSport promises twenty unique storage spaces spanned all along the cabin, which are perfect for storing all the stuff be it parking tickets, toll receipts or bottles. This SUV from Ford boasts of plush interiors and a seating arrangement that is comfortable. The seats in this car are covered with premium upholstery and are also provided with lumbar support, for a relaxed and pleasing driving experience. EcoSport's city-size design makes it easy to get around the jam-packed streets. Additionally, this car gives plenty of space inside as well, enough to fit in people and objects of different-shapes.
This compact SUV is bestowed with many other advancements that are worth noticing. Talking of the engine prowess, this car is highly fuel efficient and delivers a good performance. Presently, EcoSport is available in three engine variants including 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol, 1.5-litre Ti VCT petrol and a 1.5-litre DV5 diesel. Depending on the driving conditions, the EcoSport delivers a mileage that ranges from 13.07 kmpl to 16.15 kmpl. A proficient fuel supply system is also integrated in this SUV, which helps it gain ground over its competitors in terms of efficiency. Lastly, a prime factor that makes Ford EcoSport a suitable choice for a family are safety features that it comes loaded with. The company has definitely given priority to this section by providing airbags, the seat belts for all the passengers and Anti-lock Braking system (ABS) along with EBD (electronic brake force distribution). Other than these, there is a new feature incorporated in this SUV that is christened as SYNC. It alerts the emergency services automatically in case of hazardous situation, emergency braking or when an airbag is set out.
At present, the compact SUVs represent the country's quickly growing category of passenger cars and this segment has recorded impressive sales since past few months now. Going by the sales figures, the new Ford EcoSport is considered to be among the best models available in its segment, as against Renault Duster, Nissan Terrano and Mahindra Quanto.
