Coming in at 5, 6, and 7 are the Mazda Tribute, Ford Escape, and Mercury Mariner, respectively. Technically, all three are cousins built on the Ford Escape platform. However, there are noticeable differences in body style and performance. The Mazda Tribute is touted as more road worthy with a car feel without the limited cargo space of a car. However, when it comes to fuel economy and emissions, this truck out duals many cars, even in the compact class.

Fuel Economy (City 34/ Highway 30) Combined 32 MPG

Emissions Scores (Greenhouse 9/ Air Pollution 8)