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Old 23rd December 2012, 23:11   #1906
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Re: Ford EcoSport Preview @ Auto Expo 2012. EDIT : Indian Spy Pics on Pg. 33

Guys, found these latest pictures online. hope this helps.

http://www.rushlane.com/ford-ecospor...s-1256472.html

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Old 23rd December 2012, 23:19   #1907
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Had visited one of the ford showrooms today where one of executives was saying the price may be around 10L for petrol tops, can this be true.
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Had a chat with the Ford sales team at Trivandrum over the weekend.

They acknowledged that there were three models in Trivandrum - the 1.0L Ecoboost, 1.6 Petrol and the 1.5 Diesel - for testing. They were to complete 2000 kms of testing while they are here, as part of completing 200,000 kms across all road conditions in India.

The Ecosport is expected to be launched in February.
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One of my friends spotted a couple of Ecosports near the Trivandrum airport recently. He wasn't allowed to take the pics of the interiors but .
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Old 24th December 2012, 12:13   #1910
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Source - Ford Brazil Website (google translated).

New Ford EcoSport: a Sports Utility Innovative, Intelligent and Connected with Advanced Technology on Board


• The New EcoSport 2.0 Titanium offers a surprising pattern of connectivity, security and convenience in the segment, including Ford SYNC connectivity system with voice command, air conditioning electronic access system and keyless start, headlights and wipers with automatic lighting with rain sensor
• The new global product also innovates in safety, with dual airbags and curtain, ABS brakes, electronic stability control, assistance in starting ramp and parking sensor
• The electric steering contributes to the leadership in the New EcoSport fuel economy in the category, offering a varied and efficient engines to meet the needs and preferences of consumers in different regions of the world

SALVADOR, Brazil, April 23, 2012 - The New Ford EcoSport is a compact, agile and also filled technologies and innovative equipment. gathers It features not normally found in this vehicle category and offers a driving experience with a higher standard of connectivity, security and convenience aboard The experience of driving a new EcoSport is marked by technology and innovative features designed Ford to offer a higher standard of connectivity, security and convenience aboard. A highlight is the award-winning SYNC connectivity system with voice commands. The system includes AM / FM radio, CD/MP3 player, USB port, iPod connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, auxiliary input and LCD screen of 3.5 inches. Today, more than 4 million vehicles run on technology and SYNC Ford predicts that another 9 million have the equipment in the world by 2015 with the inclusion of this unique system of Ford products like the new EcoSport. Introduces The SYNC car "updatable", allowing new features and enhancements are integrated into the system in the future, following trends and consumer preferences. created The SYNC standard for a connected future, voice-activated. It helps the driver to keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road while choosing your favorite music or make calls on mobile.

The New EcoSport is fitted with power steering, electric windows and mirrors, power locks with remote control, immobilizer antitheft , SYNC system, Econometer and also offers the option of equipment like system for entry and keyless start, automatic lighting with headlights, windshield wipers with rain sensors and onboard computer, included in Titanium. Moreover, it has various driver assistance features, including ABS brakes as standard and optional electronic stability control, assistance in starting ramp and rear parking sensors. Interior features The New EcoSport features an advanced air conditioning, which focuses on the efficiency and comfort, including air-conditioning as standard and the option of digital air-conditioning. The vehicle also features enhanced versions of creative solutions, such as refrigerated compartment in the glove box, with capacity for six cans, and storage compartments under the passenger seat . Economic and Efficient Energy efficiency is one of the highlights of the new EcoSport. The target set by Ford in its development was to achieve leadership in fuel economy in the segment in its various powertrain options. availability of flex versions in Brazil is part of Ford's overall strategy of offering different options to meet the specific needs of each region. Efficiency is present in all aspects of the design of the vehicle.

The body was the subject of a special development, which included the use of new materials and designs to make the structure lighter and optimize fuel economy. Enhanced security The new EcoSport was developed to meet the highest standards of safety in the various markets where will be sold. His body was developed with design tools and advanced software for weight reduction, combining zones programmed to absorb impact energies with an extremely rigid cell to protect occupants. stability of the chassis and bodywork of robust construction, with torsional rigidity 20% greater than the current model, are part of the features that give the new EcoSport an excellent dynamic behavior and confidence of a true SUV.

The vehicle also offers an advanced set of equipment active and passive safety to prevent accidents and protect passengers, including dual airbags for the driver and passenger as standard and the option of curtain airbags. Sidebars reinforce the body's protection against impacts pelvic region, along with the door trim made ​​with impact absorbing materials to protect the chest and abdominal region.
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Re: Ford EcoSport Preview @ Auto Expo 2012. EDIT : Indian Spy Pics on Pg. 33

^^ Looks lovely in this colour. It is definitely up there on the list.

Blue has never really sold on any car in India. I wonder why ?! Will the Ecosport change that ?
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Looking at this snap the mirrors seem to be protruding quite a bit. Even after folding seems like it will be a nightmare protecting them.
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Old 24th December 2012, 12:57   #1913
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^^ Looks lovely in this colour. It is definitely up there on the list.

Blue has never really sold on any car in India. I wonder why ?! Will the Ecosport change that ?
Very true, the night pictures of blue is tempting. I was planning for red and now for the first time, blue is in the competition.

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Looking at this snap the mirrors seem to be protruding quite a bit. Even after folding seems like it will be a nightmare protecting them.
I felt the same from day one when we saw the pictures. Even my scorp mirrors gets hit by bikes at least once a week. This is going to be one pain that we have to live it.

-Kumaran
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^^ Looks lovely in this colour. It is definitely up there on the list.

Blue has never really sold on any car in India. I wonder why ?! Will the Ecosport change that ?
Blue has never really been widely accepted in India, even the Fiesta 1.6 S or the New Laura VRS in blue shades are very rare to come across.

But I too feel the Blue suits the EcoSport rather well. Were there other colours among the convoy of EcoSports?
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Looks like an advert, gives nice perspective from the inside of the car

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Red, blue, all such high maintenance colors! Is there a color which is low maintenance other that white or silver?
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In the above picture, doesn't the right hand side windscreen wiper looks to be oddly placed?
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Old 24th December 2012, 17:23   #1918
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One of my friends spotted a couple of Ecosports near the Trivandrum airport recently. He wasn't allowed to take the pics of the interiors but .
From this picture posted by kap04(click open in new tab/window and zoom), the tyre details are visible. MRF ZV2K
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In the above picture, doesn't the right hand side windscreen wiper looks to be oddly placed?
It's like that even in the new Fiesta, but yeah it does look a little odd.
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Red, blue, all such high maintenance colors! Is there a color which is low maintenance other that white or silver?
Agreed white or silver is low on maintenance. but I doubt Red or blue is high maintenance colors w.r.t say black. we do see plenty of black cars on road isnt it. Black requires equally more maintenance to keep clean

I guess its just that we associate red,blue and other bright colors more suited to young people. (young people typically tend to start with hatchbacks unless dad gifts them a beemer)

So we see plenty of colorful hatches(example i10) but bigger cars start to look so boring in white and silver.

I like this blue, if i am not wrong, it is available in figo as well. But not many manufacturers are providing these kind of shades

Renault got the nice brown shade and hoping that with Ecosport we will have more such Blue and the red/orange shade
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