Courtesy - rediff.com
Ford launches new variants of Ikon
August 11, 2004
Ford India on Wednesday launched a new line of its mid-size 'Ikon' model adding two new variants 'LXi' and 'EXi' and improved versions of the existing 'ZXi' and 'Flair' as part of efforts to increase market share.
"With Ford Ikon sales growing by 50 per cent over last year and the Ford India plant moving onto a second production shift, we are in a position to offer an all new line-up of the Ikon. The new line-up will propel us to lead in the high growth mid-size segment," company managing director David Friedman said in New Delhi.
The company is also moving to a second production shift for the Ikon at its manufacturing unit near Chennai to support the growing volumes and for the new variants, he said.
Prices for the new variants start at Rs 449,000 for the 'LXi' model to Rs 659,000 for the new 'ZXi' model.
Increasing number of people are upgrading from small cars to mid-size cars and the new line-up offers them an opportunity to shift to the higher segment, Ford India vice-president, (marketing), Vinay Piparsania, said.
and this is what is on the ford india website..
Ikon EXi
Price Rs. 5.49 Lakhs* (ex-showroom Delhi) for 1.6 EXi
Price Rs. 6.09 Lakhs* (ex-showroom Delhi) for 1.8 EXi
Engine
A choice of two engines. 1.6 L Rocam Petrol that generates 92PS @ 5500 rpm and 130 NM of torque @ 2500 rpm or 1.8 L Endura DE Diesel engine that generates 59 PS @ 4800 rpm and 108 NM of torque @ 4800 rpm.
Both the engines have computer controlled engine management system - EEC V - for improved power and fuel efficiency. The Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI) on the 1.6 Rocam plays a vital role in emission control by injecting metered quantities into the inlet tract for each cylinder at the optimum point in the combustion cycle.
14" wheels with imported wheel covers
Bigger wheels and wider tyres for pin sharp handling and exceptional balance.
Fog lamps
Round high intensity fog lamps, which have been integrated into the bumper. Highly effective during adverse weather conditions.
US metallic finish on the IP
The IP with the US metallic finish gives the interior a luxurious feel.
Courtesy lamp with theatre style delayed dimming
Courtesy lamps with integrated twin reading lamps and theatre style delayed dimming reminds you of club class travel.
and the exi..
Ikon 1.3 LXi
Price Rs.4.49 Lakhs* (ex-showroom Delhi)
Engine
1.3 L Rocam Petrol that generates 70PS @ 5500 rpm and 105 NM of torque @ 2500 rpm. It has a computer controlled engine management - EEC V - for improved power and fuel efficiency. The Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SEFI) plays a vital role in emission control by injecting metered quantities into the inlet tract for each cylinder at the optimum point in the combustion cycle.
Air-conditioning
The Ikon's air-conditioning system operates with environment friendly refrigerant R134A with no chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). The air-conditioning system is integrated with the ventilation system and heater - optimal for India's extreme climate. The Ikon is the only car in its segment with a dedicated AC vent for its rear seat passengers.
Central locking
Central locking is offered as standard across all the variants and can be operated using the key on either of the front doors. The remote locking fuel filler cap is connected to the central locking on all the series.
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