Jul 30, 2025

Not All Compact SUVs Are Built for Where You Actually Drive

Some SUVs are built for city streets and grocery store parking lots. Others? They’re ready for gravel roads that turn to slush overnight, unpaved driveways in Wantage, and detours that feel like off-roading “lite.” Around Sussex County, we don’t just need smart tech and good gas mileage — we need a vehicle that doesn’t flinch when the weather or the roads get weird.

Enter the Ford Bronco Sport.

The Nissan Kicks and Hyundai Kona get all the comparison love (and for good reason, as broken down by Nielsen Editorial), but the Bronco Sport brings something different: rugged capability in a package that still fits in a downtown Sparta parking spot. It’s not just “another small SUV.” It’s a compact beast with real traction, space for gear, and that quiet confidence that comes from being over-prepared for whatever Sussex throws your way.

Whether you’re commuting to Newton, heading to the Appalachian Trail, or hauling kids, snacks, and snow boots — the Bronco Sport just might be your low-key hero. Take one for a spin at Nielsen Ford of Sussex.

Read the full article: Nissan Kicks vs. Hyundai Kona: Which Compact SUV is Best for NJ Drivers?

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