Ford Ikon TDCi versus Figo

quakerme · 25th November 2010, 00:44

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Engine noise audible in the cabin especially at low RPM and after cold start. Sometime feels engine is not so refined.

The last diesel engine we owned was the great old Amby fitted with a matador engine..ive noticed similar issue there

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Don't be surprised if they put a BSIV sticker on to the car and claim, 'Sir, component added; It's BSIV compliant now!"

ha ha ha that was a good one...and i would've said thank you! lol

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End of the day it's your decision buddy

Thats the issue here..at the end of the day I get confused.

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Not sure which model of Figo you are comparing with the Ikon

I was comparing the Exi model....i have this typical mindset which need to be changed ie; if im spending >5L for a car it should be a sedan.

Most of the time ill make up my mind to go with figo but the moment i spot the new ikon(very rarely is see them on road) i get confused again..its been happening for the last couple of weeks.

the inside door handle of figo looks so cheap compared to the ones in i10, and the petrol engine was a bit noisy too...

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CrAzY dRiVeR · 25th November 2010, 05:02

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Originally Posted by quakerme

I was comparing the Exi model....i have this typical mindset which need to be changed ie; if im spending >5L for a car it should be a sedan.

My suggestion- If you're spending >5L on a car, it should be SAFE!

Get the Figo Titanium, with ABS-EBD & dual front-airbags! You'll feel a lot better in the long run, specially if you are planning on highway driving!

arjunrudra · 25th November 2010, 07:40

I think you should definitely get the Figo , its a better all round car and surely the Ikon is well past its age in design and aesthetics.
The figo should be a refreshing option for you.

ajay0612 · 27th November 2010, 08:42

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Originally Posted by quakerme

i have this typical mindset which need to be changed ie; if im spending >5L for a car it should be a sedan.

Why are you stuck with Ford Ikon? There are other options too. e.g. Indigo CS, Indigo Manza, Swift Dzire, upcoming Toyota Etios, Skoda Fabia (boot is a bit like sedan, has quality written all around).

vignesh_ny · 27th November 2010, 17:10

My suggestion too is for the Figo, like most others and you have everyone's thoughts on it. Ikon is history. new fiesta is a mystery , figo is for Now!

quakerme · 27th November 2010, 17:45

thanks guys .....Asked the dealer to bring the Ford ikon at home for a TD
1.Outdated dashboard but smart, serves the purpose..liked the typical ikon style legroom space for the co-pilot
2.Plastics are ok..but not as good as the ones in Figo
3.The engine (tdci same as the one in fiesta) was consistently asking "what on earth is Turbo lag"
4. Fun to drive diesel,I might call it peppy
5. Amazing steering response, precise and sporty

BOOKED period.
(always a rebel)

2theMax · 27th November 2010, 21:20

^^^^ Welcome to IKON diesel club. I have clocked 27k with no issues (touch wood)

I got mine for point 3 and 4 and nothing else. Added bonus is the amazing mileage and good GC. Though not sure, if Fiesta would have made more sense.

Enjoy the IKON nevertheless.

quakerme · 28th November 2010, 10:28

correct me if you are looking for a vfm "sedan" with a diesel engine that comes with a price of a hatchback this one is the safe bet. PS: 30 tdci were booked in cochin last month.

hallik9 · 30th November 2010, 11:33

I own and drive a Ikon TDCI and it has served me well.
The mileage on highways(provided better sense prevails while driving) is extremely good.I've consistently received mileage in excess of 20kmpl on long drives.The car feels sturdy on highways and the engine is a proven performer.

quakerme · 30th November 2010, 14:54

hey hallik9,
I can see that u own a swift ddis and a tdci, any comparison's

hallik9 · 1st December 2010, 12:22

Hi there,
I'll try and keep this short.
My swift D is a 2007 model and I picked up the Ikon TDCI in Dec 2008
All in all,both are VFM products.

The Ikon TDCI has a proven engine and is a good one for long drives.I use my Swift D only in the cities.
Once you start to drive a diesel car,you get hooked to it.The torque is simply amazing.Helps in the crazy city traffic that we encounter on a day to day basis.

BTW,I've put my Swift D for sale.Have been planning to pick a MUV/SUV..Could be a Xylo or the Scorpio

quakerme · 4th January 2011, 09:26

Got ikon tdci on 24th dec, clocked 1.4k kms so far so good..
FE tank full - empty = 16.3 with 90%AC

CoolFire · 11th January 2011, 10:25

Congrats, quakerme.

I own an Ikon TDCi for two years now. Have clocked 40k km with no worries at all. Consistently getting 22kmpl with around 70% highway and 70% AC usage. And I still love to drive this one.

hallik9 · 11th January 2011, 10:44

Congrats Quakerme.
Ford Ikon is a neat car.I would rate it as a good VFM product.
Well built and a very good engine.
Your mileage is bound to go north after the first service.
It should give you anything between 18-20 in bangalore city.
I have clocked 39k kms till date(Brought it in Nov 2008) and its been a fantastic buy.

Drive safe

25th November 2010, 07:40	#18
arjunrudra Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Gurgaon/Chennai Posts: 1,577 Thanked: 197 Times View My Garage	I think you should definitely get the Figo , its a better all round car and surely the Ikon is well past its age in design and aesthetics. The figo should be a refreshing option for you.
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27th November 2010, 17:10	#20
vignesh_ny BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 61 Thanked: 2 Times	My suggestion too is for the Figo, like most others and you have everyone's thoughts on it. Ikon is history. new fiesta is a mystery , figo is for Now!
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27th November 2010, 17:45	#21
quakerme BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 117 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	thanks guys .....Asked the dealer to bring the Ford ikon at home for a TD 1.Outdated dashboard but smart, serves the purpose..liked the typical ikon style legroom space for the co-pilot 2.Plastics are ok..but not as good as the ones in Figo 3.The engine (tdci same as the one in fiesta) was consistently asking "what on earth is Turbo lag" 4. Fun to drive diesel,I might call it peppy 5. Amazing steering response, precise and sporty BOOKED period. (always a rebel)
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27th November 2010, 21:20	#22
2theMax BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 337 Thanked: Once	^^^^ Welcome to IKON diesel club. I have clocked 27k with no issues (touch wood) I got mine for point 3 and 4 and nothing else. Added bonus is the amazing mileage and good GC. Though not sure, if Fiesta would have made more sense. Enjoy the IKON nevertheless.
	() Thanks

28th November 2010, 10:28	#23
quakerme BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 117 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	correct me if you are looking for a vfm "sedan" with a diesel engine that comes with a price of a hatchback this one is the safe bet. PS: 30 tdci were booked in cochin last month.
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30th November 2010, 11:33	#24
hallik9 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 183 Thanked: 29 Times	I own and drive a Ikon TDCI and it has served me well. The mileage on highways(provided better sense prevails while driving) is extremely good.I've consistently received mileage in excess of 20kmpl on long drives.The car feels sturdy on highways and the engine is a proven performer.
	() Thanks

30th November 2010, 14:54	#25
quakerme BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 117 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	hey hallik9, I can see that u own a swift ddis and a tdci, any comparison's
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1st December 2010, 12:22	#26
hallik9 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 183 Thanked: 29 Times	Hi there, I'll try and keep this short. My swift D is a 2007 model and I picked up the Ikon TDCI in Dec 2008 All in all,both are VFM products. The Ikon TDCI has a proven engine and is a good one for long drives.I use my Swift D only in the cities. Once you start to drive a diesel car,you get hooked to it.The torque is simply amazing.Helps in the crazy city traffic that we encounter on a day to day basis. BTW,I've put my Swift D for sale.Have been planning to pick a MUV/SUV..Could be a Xylo or the Scorpio
	() Thanks

4th January 2011, 09:26	#27
quakerme BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 117 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	Re: Ford Ikon TDCi versus Figo Got ikon tdci on 24th dec, clocked 1.4k kms so far so good.. FE tank full - empty = 16.3 with 90%AC
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11th January 2011, 10:25	#28
CoolFire BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tsr, Kerala Posts: 386 Thanked: 575 Times	Re: Ford Ikon TDCi versus Figo Congrats, quakerme. I own an Ikon TDCi for two years now. Have clocked 40k km with no worries at all. Consistently getting 22kmpl with around 70% highway and 70% AC usage. And I still love to drive this one.
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11th January 2011, 10:44	#29
hallik9 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 183 Thanked: 29 Times	Re: Ford Ikon TDCi versus Figo Congrats Quakerme. Ford Ikon is a neat car.I would rate it as a good VFM product. Well built and a very good engine. Your mileage is bound to go north after the first service. It should give you anything between 18-20 in bangalore city. I have clocked 39k kms till date(Brought it in Nov 2008) and its been a fantastic buy. Drive safe
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