Finally, Ford has made up its mind to bring it’s compact SUV to the Asian market. After the launch in China Ford is going to launch Territory in India as well. The new Ford Territory is based on Yusheng 330 which is already in the market for a long time. New SUV is going to compete with Hyundai Creta and Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. In addition, this new compact SUV will take place above the EcoSport in the company’s line up.
Ford Territory Exterior
Territory looks upmarket when it comes to styling. Territory looks like the big brother of EcoSport with signature ford grille. The mid-size SUV is quite a handsome SUV which been partnered with Chinese manufacturer JMC. Now the midsize SUV will be sold under American brand Ford.
Territory will come with a blingy grille which makes the SUV look big. Other then that new all-LED headlamps and long C-shape daytime running lamps look good. Indian SUV market it at boom, people want to buy big bold looking SUV and this is one of them. Lines on the hood make it more revealing. Huge wheel arches and the roof rails make it look taller. Strong lines on the shoulder will make it look different from other SUV’s. It looks much bigger and better than the Hyundai Creta.
Ford Territory Interior
Look at the fit and finish of leather stitched seats. Black tone cabin with a piano black finish at the centre. The chrome highlight on air vents makes it look sleeker. It will also get climate control, rear AC vents, sunroof, cruise control, unique instrument cluster and a 7-inch touchscreen. It will get the push-button start and keyless entry. New interior design by Ford will definitely impress customers.
Ford Territory Features
6 Airbags
17” alloy wheels
Start/stop
7” touchscreen infotainment system
Leather upholstery
Cruise Control
Transmission control
Hybrid
Sunroof
Driver seat electronic
Ford Territory Specification
The Indian version may get only diesel variant. It will be powered with 1.5-litre TDCi 4-cylinder engine. This engine will produce 99 bhp at 3750 rpm and generates a maximum torque of 215 Nm at 3000 rpm. Its engine is mated with 5-speed manual gearbox and it may get an automatic transmission. It will get mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid version to enhance mileage.
Ford Territory Price In India
The all-new Ford Territory price in India will start at Rs 12 – 15 lakh. It is the best time when Ford thought to bring compact SUV in India. Although there may be little change in price and variants.
Ford Territory Review
In conclusion, Ford Territory performs better than Hyundai Creta. It will help the driver to ride tall in the SUV. It will be comfortable for three passengers on the middle bench. Middle row can be adjusted and will split in 40:20:40.
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