Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs

vnabhi · 21st April 2017, 12:51

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Originally Posted by aravind.anand

A crude picture, to help explain the secondary clutch switch operation a little better...

When the driver slots into 1st gear and starts releasing the pedal, the secondary clutch switch starts moving along with the pedal (in the grey coloured area) and this sends a signal to the PCM that driver is trying to launch the car. So the PCM in turn directs the engine to create more torque - say 20 Nm, to enable a smooth launch, and thus the vehicle does not stall and gets moving smoothly.

Isn't this the same as the 'anti-stall' feature that the 1.6 Fiesta has? I guess even my Figo tdci has it.

tharian · 21st April 2017, 15:33

Autocar review;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgfJnRTKGU&t=0s

HOTROD · 21st April 2017, 20:42

Is it just me or has anyone else had the tail stepping out/lift off over steer when turning in? I feel the normal Figo feels the same too at some point.

400notout · 21st April 2017, 21:01

Found a pic of the black color on MB. Looks Hawt !!

Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs-figosportspictuxedoblack.jpg

nerd1200 · 21st April 2017, 21:05

Few First drive reviews.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o2IdPm0X0E&t=1s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyQIfRHrJT0&t=175s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgfJnRTKGU&t=299s

Good to see Ford India is taking customer feedback seriously and acting on it quite swiftly!

samaspire · 21st April 2017, 23:07

I see all these reviews mentioning "beefier anti-roll bar" but as far I know, none of the 1.2 petrol Aspire / Figos have them in the regular variants.

I should know - I went through a lot of heartache due to this issue when I was buying my Aspire. I discovered the "blunder" after which Ford confessed that none of the Figo/Aspire 1.2 Petrol variants get the Anti-roll bar.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offici...ml#post3836008

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offici...ml#post3837291

So, if the 1.2 Sport really has it, then it's a significant addition, not just an enhancement.

rejeen · 22nd April 2017, 20:47

I'm looking to replace my 10 year old Getz and had gone through all the automatics up to 10L. Not really convinced with the way security and other features are reduced on those. Hyundai i10 AT had ABS removed - no Asta trim available. Jazz AT don't come with Magic seats. Was looking at Figo/Ecosport AT. This launch has put me in a further confused state as I love good handling cars. Thinking of sacrificing the ease of AT to enjoy the pleasure of driving a good car. Just waiting for the Team-BHP review to be out. Both my Getz and Vento DSG were bought based on the great info shared here and I always felt happy with both the cars.

ashwin489 · 22nd April 2017, 22:07

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Originally Posted by rejeen

Thinking of sacrificing the ease of AT to enjoy the pleasure of driving a good car.

Well, if you liked all other aspects of the Figo 1.5 DCT, you can always upgrade the wheels and suspension bits later. However, if you buy a MT for the sake of handling, you cannot upgrade the transmission later.

rejeen · 22nd April 2017, 23:44

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Originally Posted by ashwin489

Well, if you liked all other aspects of the Figo 1.5 DCT, you can always upgrade the wheels and suspension bits later. However, if you buy a MT for the sake of handling, you cannot upgrade the transmission later.

I liked the safety features and DCT but not the 1.5L engine in particular. My liking was relative to what else is available in the market. Already love the Figo diesel engine and now the "S" just added more weight in its favour. A 👍🏻 from the T-BHP will help to take a decision.

camitesh · 26th April 2017, 17:16

I was on a lookout for a decently sportier hatchback and was waiting for Maruti Boosterjet but the price and reviews swayed me over back to Figo 1.5 TDCI which was shortlisted as one of the top runners for test drives. Now I was in constant touch with Ford dealers in mumbai for test drives of 1.5 TDCI titanium variants since early February. After one test drive, I was neither here nor there in terms of deciding due to several reasons but then Figo S happened. Now the ford sales executives call me atl east once in a week or two for following up and not surprisingly I don't see any inclination from them for pursuing me to go for Figo S despite of my repeated inquiries for the newly launched Figo S. During my conversations last week, I was offered an additional discount on the old figo when I insisted on test drive for Figo S, if I make a prompt booking. Dealer stock clearance attempt maybe.

Nevertheless, waiting for their confirmation on Figo S test drive and then I shall take the plunge. Any idea on Figo S TD, waiting period etc in mumbai or other cities?

abhinav.s · 26th April 2017, 18:50

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Originally Posted by camitesh

Any idea on Figo S TD, waiting period etc in mumbai or other cities?

I guess it was posted earlier in the Asprie Official review thread that each dealer will probably get a fixed number of Figo S in May after which there will be a 2 month wait for the car. Not sure of specific city wise break up though.

VishnuNarayanan · 26th April 2017, 18:58

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Originally Posted by camitesh

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Nevertheless, waiting for their confirmation on Figo S test drive and then I shall take the plunge. Any idea on Figo S TD, waiting period etc in mumbai or other cities?

Test Drive is unavailable as of now for the Figo S as told by the Ford dealer here in Trivandrum. It seems like they have a Figo S and Aspire S for display but it is not meant for test drive.
I was quoted a maximum waiting period of one month for the Figo diesel S.

camitesh · 26th April 2017, 22:09

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Originally Posted by abhinav.s

each dealer will probably get a fixed number of Figo S in May after which there will be a 2 month wait for the car.

Okay, that's new to me. Explains why the reluctance for Figo S at least initially.

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Originally Posted by VishnuNarayanan

Test Drive is unavailable as of now for the Figo S
I was quoted a maximum waiting period of one month for the Figo diesel S.

Thanks for the update Vishnu. The dealer in mumbai have neither confirmed nor denied for the test drive of Figo S. Guess i have to wait & watch for some update by mid May

deetjohn · 27th April 2017, 05:52

A Buyer's Guide on Figo Sports Edition by Autocar. I like this crisp no nonsense review style. Good work.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3s_iv6AnMQ

tharian · 27th April 2017, 08:08

I was in Trivandrum for a couple of days and noticed they were quite a bit of new Figo and Aspire in the city.

Much more than the occasional cab I spot in Bangalore.

Also saw a newspaper ad in the local paper for the new sports editions. Surprisingly it listed out all the additions,but had no mention about the suspension.
I'm most probably zeroing in on the Aspire sports edition and with no reviews available,I am wondering if it actually has a stiffer suspension.

What kept me from the Aspire were the tires and suspension and now with the sports edition, I hope it makes it on the Aspire as well.

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HOTROD BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Chennai Posts: 134 Thanked: 181 Times	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs Is it just me or has anyone else had the tail stepping out/lift off over steer when turning in? I feel the normal Figo feels the same too at some point. Last edited by aah78 : 21st April 2017 at 21:07. Reason: Grammar
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400notout BHPian Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Navi Mumbai Posts: 427 Thanked: 1,964 Times	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs Found a pic of the black color on MB. Looks Hawt !!
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samaspire Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Manipal / Udupi Posts: 1,630 Thanked: 4,859 Times	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs I see all these reviews mentioning "beefier anti-roll bar" but as far I know, none of the 1.2 petrol Aspire / Figos have them in the regular variants. I should know - I went through a lot of heartache due to this issue when I was buying my Aspire. I discovered the "blunder" after which Ford confessed that none of the Figo/Aspire 1.2 Petrol variants get the Anti-roll bar. http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offici...ml#post3836008 http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/offici...ml#post3837291 So, if the 1.2 Sport really has it, then it's a significant addition, not just an enhancement.
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rejeen BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 154 Thanked: 140 Times	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs I'm looking to replace my 10 year old Getz and had gone through all the automatics up to 10L. Not really convinced with the way security and other features are reduced on those. Hyundai i10 AT had ABS removed - no Asta trim available. Jazz AT don't come with Magic seats. Was looking at Figo/Ecosport AT. This launch has put me in a further confused state as I love good handling cars. Thinking of sacrificing the ease of AT to enjoy the pleasure of driving a good car. Just waiting for the Team-BHP review to be out. Both my Getz and Vento DSG were bought based on the great info shared here and I always felt happy with both the cars.
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camitesh BHPian Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Mumbai Posts: 271 Thanked: 766 Times	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs I was on a lookout for a decently sportier hatchback and was waiting for Maruti Boosterjet but the price and reviews swayed me over back to Figo 1.5 TDCI which was shortlisted as one of the top runners for test drives. Now I was in constant touch with Ford dealers in mumbai for test drives of 1.5 TDCI titanium variants since early February. After one test drive, I was neither here nor there in terms of deciding due to several reasons but then Figo S happened. Now the ford sales executives call me atl east once in a week or two for following up and not surprisingly I don't see any inclination from them for pursuing me to go for Figo S despite of my repeated inquiries for the newly launched Figo S. During my conversations last week, I was offered an additional discount on the old figo when I insisted on test drive for Figo S, if I make a prompt booking. Dealer stock clearance attempt maybe. Nevertheless, waiting for their confirmation on Figo S test drive and then I shall take the plunge. Any idea on Figo S TD, waiting period etc in mumbai or other cities?
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tharian Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: SBC Posts: 3,986 Thanked: 8,040 Times View My Garage	Re: Scoop! Ford Figo "Sports" variant coming up. EDIT: Launched at Rs. 6.32 lakhs I was in Trivandrum for a couple of days and noticed they were quite a bit of new Figo and Aspire in the city. Much more than the occasional cab I spot in Bangalore. Also saw a newspaper ad in the local paper for the new sports editions. Surprisingly it listed out all the additions,but had no mention about the suspension. I'm most probably zeroing in on the Aspire sports edition and with no reviews available,I am wondering if it actually has a stiffer suspension. What kept me from the Aspire were the tires and suspension and now with the sports edition, I hope it makes it on the Aspire as well.
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