What compact SUVs should I get?

I'm about to get a new car, but know nothing about them. I want a compact SUV because I don't really like cars that are too big nor too small, and I'm a relatively tall person. I've been looking at the Ford Escape and Rav4 because they have nice accessories (like park assist and Ford s Sync3. All that kind of jazz) and seem to be comfortable. I usually drive locally (like to school and downtown) and rarely on rough roads like in forests and stuff. Can someone help me decide? Or if there are better options, please suggest them to me. I'm generally looking at 30k and below.

If you're going to go downtown, a smaller car is a better car. Try out the Ford Focus hatchback.

I'd also recommend the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, and Subaru Forester.

Start by looking @ the edmunds site - it has all kinds of info for almost any vehicle

Don't overlook the offerings from KIA and Hyundai.

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