Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle

vb-saan · 5th January 2018, 07:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenAvi

This is their attempt at countering the Ignis, and to an extent the Tata Nexon, by having a crossover offering at a lower price point than the EcoSport with the usual Ford strengths - engine + build quality + Ford badge.

Which is ok, provided it won't hit the Ecosport

And I felt that the current Figo range (except for the Figo S) doesn't really have the so-called Ford strengths. It would be great if Ford address that as well with the facelift.

RM Motorsports · 17th January 2018, 15:32

Upcoming Ford crossover review, test drive from ACI. Also first look of the interior and dashboard.

https://www.autocarindia.com/car-rev..._medium=Social

AYP · 17th January 2018, 16:23

Nice to see the addition of a touchscreen in the Figo. Also if you observe carefully, the MID display looks slightly larger than the one present in the current car and the dials have got a subtle design upgrade as well. Overall, Ford has 'just' addressed the Figo's shortcomings, though this is far from a comprehensive facelift which the Ecosport got.

Being an owner of the current Figo, I'd really like to upgrade to this touchscreen system if offered at a respectable price.

arindambasu13 · 18th January 2018, 08:57

It is good to see Ford making honest efforts at upping their game with fresher and newer products. They have faced tough competition , and rumour mills have been rife with their possibility of exiting the Indian market, but I am really pleased to see that none of that seems to be happening. Rather, there is a strong push at introducing new products and offering variety at different price points to the customer. I do believe that Ford has solid products which are reliable and easy to maintain, and that it has a good future in our market if its efforts remain as concerted as this.

After all, the market leader Maruti has, among its numerous other efforts, ensured that at every 50,000- 1 lakh rupee differential, there is a product to be had for the Indian consumer.

DragonHawk · 18th January 2018, 11:20

I can see few visible changes from the reports available on the net. New Getrag gearbox, all new 1.2 Dragon engine, push start/stop in the dash, new touch screen audio system overall Ford is really upping the ante here. If these things doesn`t bring up the sales of Figo twins then I really know what else could Ford do. Just my 2 cents.

volkman10 · 22nd January 2018, 14:01

Ford Freestyle (Figo Cross) to be officially unveiled on 31st January 2018!

Link.

RavenAvi · 29th January 2018, 16:50

Figo Cross (aka) Freestyle spotted by YouTube user Jignesh Saner.

https://youtu.be/lO5vBcUCYZQ

saurabh041086 · 29th January 2018, 17:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by RM Motorsports

Upcoming Ford crossover review, test drive from ACI. Also first look of the interior and dashboard.

https://www.autocarindia.com/car-rev..._medium=Social

Looking at dimensions it seems the new touchscreen assembly can be a direct fit to existing models.

Will there be any change in gearbox of diesel unit?

avingodb · 30th January 2018, 14:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by RavenAvi

Figo Cross (aka) Freestyle spotted by YouTube user Jignesh Saner.

To me, this looks like the regular Figo update and not Freestyle.

Keynote · 31st January 2018, 11:17

Found this on Ford India Facebook page. Global Preview of Ford's Compact Utility Vehicle starts at 12:30 pm today.

https://www.facebook.com/events/160754064647109/

spectre13 · 31st January 2018, 12:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keynote

Found this on Ford India Facebook page. Global Preview of Ford's Compact Utility Vehicle starts at 12:30 pm today.

https://www.facebook.com/events/160754064647109/

Now it says 1 PM onwards

DasJager · 31st January 2018, 13:09

Woah! Our very own Team-BHP forum finds a reference in the presentation. The executive referred bhpian KIKU007 on the ford cost of ownership being lower than the bigger brands.

Edit:

- The car looks so much similar to Figo, much like Hyundai's approach with i20 Active.
- No mention of the 1.5 Diesel engine or the very important ground clearance.
- No price reveal yet. If the petrol engine specs are any indication, it will be a competitive offering. My guess is, prices should start around 5L for the base version.
- Car will be launched in the second quarter only.

CarguyNish · 31st January 2018, 13:14

Global Premier of Ford Freestyle (Figo Cross)

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-img_20180131_130400.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-img_20180131_131346.jpg

Over 50% of development has taken place in India.

Will be unveiled shortly in South America in a few hours post Unveil here.

Here it is

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-img_20180131_131807.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-img_20180131_131815.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-img_20180131_131813.jpg

RavenAvi · 31st January 2018, 13:15

Ford Freestyle - To be powered by the all-new 1.2L 3-cylinder Dragon engine, producing 96PS of power and 120Nm of torque.

Global unveil in India for first time.

50% of development work done in India.

All-new 5-speed gearbox.

SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto.

Floating touchscreen (same as EcoSport).

Sporty suspension.

Coming to the market in the second quarter of 2018.

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-1.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-2.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-3.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-du2oc5w4aavspr.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-5.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-6.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-7.jpg

Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle-8.jpg

Amit_breakfree · 31st January 2018, 13:49

It does looks smart from the front 3 quarters. I wish they would have tweaked the tail lamps a bit more.

Is it just me or someone else feels like the front (above the grille) has some resemblance to Punto?

Also, with 96 bhp and a 'sporty' suspension set-up, this should be fun to drive. I hope they have done something to control the vibration which is inherent to 3 cylinder engines.

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RM Motorsports Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,271 Thanked: 5,176 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Upcoming Ford crossover review, test drive from ACI. Also first look of the interior and dashboard. https://www.autocarindia.com/car-rev..._medium=Social Attached Thumbnails
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AYP Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,223 Thanked: 3,807 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Nice to see the addition of a touchscreen in the Figo. Also if you observe carefully, the MID display looks slightly larger than the one present in the current car and the dials have got a subtle design upgrade as well. Overall, Ford has 'just' addressed the Figo's shortcomings, though this is far from a comprehensive facelift which the Ecosport got. Being an owner of the current Figo, I'd really like to upgrade to this touchscreen system if offered at a respectable price.
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18th January 2018, 08:57	#34
arindambasu13 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,582 Thanked: 2,451 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle It is good to see Ford making honest efforts at upping their game with fresher and newer products. They have faced tough competition , and rumour mills have been rife with their possibility of exiting the Indian market, but I am really pleased to see that none of that seems to be happening. Rather, there is a strong push at introducing new products and offering variety at different price points to the customer. I do believe that Ford has solid products which are reliable and easy to maintain, and that it has a good future in our market if its efforts remain as concerted as this. After all, the market leader Maruti has, among its numerous other efforts, ensured that at every 50,000- 1 lakh rupee differential, there is a product to be had for the Indian consumer.
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DragonHawk BHPian Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: KA21 Posts: 509 Thanked: 1,616 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle I can see few visible changes from the reports available on the net. New Getrag gearbox, all new 1.2 Dragon engine, push start/stop in the dash, new touch screen audio system overall Ford is really upping the ante here. If these things doesn`t bring up the sales of Figo twins then I really know what else could Ford do. Just my 2 cents.
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volkman10 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: -- Posts: 23,432 Thanked: 67,874 Times View My Garage	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Ford Freestyle (Figo Cross) to be officially unveiled on 31st January 2018! Link. Last edited by Jaggu : 22nd January 2018 at 14:43. Reason: Fixing source link
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Keynote BHPian Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Bangalore Posts: 243 Thanked: 997 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Found this on Ford India Facebook page. Global Preview of Ford's Compact Utility Vehicle starts at 12:30 pm today. https://www.facebook.com/events/160754064647109/ Last edited by Keynote : 31st January 2018 at 11:19. Reason: spelling
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DasJager BHPian Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 49 Thanked: 93 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Woah! Our very own Team-BHP forum finds a reference in the presentation. The executive referred bhpian KIKU007 on the ford cost of ownership being lower than the bigger brands. Edit: - The car looks so much similar to Figo, much like Hyundai's approach with i20 Active. - No mention of the 1.5 Diesel engine or the very important ground clearance. - No price reveal yet. If the petrol engine specs are any indication, it will be a competitive offering. My guess is, prices should start around 5L for the base version. - Car will be launched in the second quarter only. Last edited by DasJager : 31st January 2018 at 13:28. Reason: Including more details
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CarguyNish Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: IN Posts: 1,127 Thanked: 5,228 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Global Premier of Ford Freestyle (Figo Cross) Over 50% of development has taken place in India. Will be unveiled shortly in South America in a few hours post Unveil here. Here it is Last edited by CarguyNish : 31st January 2018 at 13:20.
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RavenAvi Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Flying Around Posts: 6,669 Thanked: 47,601 Times View My Garage	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle Ford Freestyle - To be powered by the all-new 1.2L 3-cylinder Dragon engine, producing 96PS of power and 120Nm of torque. Global unveil in India for first time. 50% of development work done in India. All-new 5-speed gearbox. SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. Floating touchscreen (same as EcoSport). Sporty suspension. Coming to the market in the second quarter of 2018. Last edited by RavenAvi : 31st January 2018 at 13:30. Reason: added details & screengrabs from live streaming video & Twitter.
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Amit_breakfree BHPian Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Rnc, Hyd, Del Posts: 235 Thanked: 675 Times	re: Ford testing a Figo crossover? EDIT: Now revealed as Freestyle It does looks smart from the front 3 quarters. I wish they would have tweaked the tail lamps a bit more. Is it just me or someone else feels like the front (above the grille) has some resemblance to Punto? Also, with 96 bhp and a 'sporty' suspension set-up, this should be fun to drive. I hope they have done something to control the vibration which is inherent to 3 cylinder engines.
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