New Ford Figo Quick Review
When every car maker here is rolling out a face-lifted version of their premium hatchbacks, then why not ford?
Ford India has done a decent makeover of their flagship model, Ford Figo without much change to its price. They have done this to boost the sales during the forthcoming festive season. Moreover, this was a necessity to stay ahead with the rising competition.
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Also Read: Best diesel hatchback car in India for 2013.
When every car maker here is rolling out a face-lifted version of their premium hatchbacks, then why not ford?
Ford India has done a decent makeover of their flagship model, Ford Figo without much change to its price. They have done this to boost the sales during the forthcoming festive season. Moreover, this was a necessity to stay ahead with the rising competition.
New Figo comes with few good features and notable changes. The changes include a new refreshed head and tail lamps, hexagonal front grill, new instrument panel colour, steering column mounted audio controls , alloy wheels, new bumper and a new seat fabric design.
A quick note on the changes:
A quick note on the changes:
- The wide-eye shaped headlamps and well crafted stylish tail lamps provide a new appeal to the Figo
- New Figo gets blue-themed interiors and looks elegant.
- Safety features include Dual Airbags for the driver and the Front passenger in addition to Anti lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD).
- New steering mounted Audio/Radio controls help control music without having to take your hands away from the steering wheel.
- Figo has 284 Litre boot which is adequate for regular shopping or long drives.
- Improved engine calibrations for better pickup.
- Two new paint shades - Bright Yellow and Kinetic Blue.
- New seat fabric.
- The new alloy wheels looks better than earlier ones.
- The new Ford Figo claims to have the best-in-class air conditioning.
1.2 Duratec Petrol engine - 71 PS @ 6250 RPM power
1.4 Duratorq Diesel engine - 69 PS @ 4000 RPM power
Price
Ford has kept the price very competitive. The base petrol model costs Rs 3.85 lakh and base diesel model costs Rs 4.82 lakh. (all prices are ex-showroom price at New Delhi)
Average Mileage:
Petrol: 16/18 Kmpl (city/highway)
Diesel: 18/20 Kmpl (city/highway)
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Average Mileage:
Petrol: 16/18 Kmpl (city/highway)
Diesel: 18/20 Kmpl (city/highway)
Verdict:
Ford Figo is well known for its performance, ride quality and handling. With this new look and added features, new Figo can be considered as one of the best hatchback car in India.
Also Read: Best diesel hatchback car in India for 2013.
Figo makeover looks good especially if we see the features added for the price. Now the front design grill resembles like that of new Alto 800.
ReplyDeleteGood Job. Ford Figo have now become feature rich. These are the changes needed at this time.
ReplyDeleteHappy to know that Ford has not increased the price much inspite of the changes done.Its definitely a drivers's car.
ReplyDeletePrior to the launch of Ford Figo,Maruti and Chevrolet has stronghold in small car segment.But after arrival of Fgo,people are inclined towards it.The reason is its a subtle and compact design,stylish interior and fuel efficiency makes it a good choice for Indian families which normally opt a hatchback.
ReplyDeleteNow people don't compromise with quality,status and durability while buying cars.If a car's price is lowest,it doesn't guarantee its success.This was happened with Nano.But Ford Figo was launched with high price tag but got huge success even when other brands hatchback at lower price are present in the market.
ReplyDeleteI really love this car.Its mesmerizing looks with classy interior and powerful engine all are in my desired list of a perfect hatchback.This car got no competition because its a cult classic.
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