Report and First Pics: The Ford Figo is HERE !! More info - Pg19

arin_12 · 27th October 2009, 00:37

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Originally Posted by karanraheja

True. I would call Figo -a facelift Fusion with a price cut

It is all about the market and the consumer. Though the fusion is a great car many of us are bashing these due to high price very few of us praise the advantage of the car.
I think Figo is Facedown rather than Facelift version

However customer have a choice now.

Moonraker · 27th October 2009, 04:13

I have seen quiet a few figo's during my highway drive near chengalpattu and they look like a mini fusion. The sloping rear might pose a problem in the rear headroom area.

shubhodeepdas@g · 2nd November 2009, 16:27

My guess would be a face-lifted Fusion with the 1.6 powerplants in BSIV avatar. With probably new styling cues and clues thrown in from current trends and other Fords in the european market.

It will not be a Kuga, they will go mad trying to sell it here.

It will not be in the price bracket of the current Fusion but probably pitted directly against the Skoda Yeti which is supposed to be launched early next year. A years gap is probably to cash in on generated interest in that particular segment. A price bracket of 9-11 lakhs if they are smart would work.

If it does have a 4WD, it will be similar to the Haldex Clutch versions now popular with most small soft-roader.

But that's just hoping and guessing.

parishrut786 · 2nd November 2009, 16:33

Although it looks fusion's cousin, there is something to it!
i quite like it, somehow i feel it is for pensioners

shankar.balan · 2nd November 2009, 17:42

i like the looks very much
may be the ideal city runabout!
ford cars are tough - there is no doubt about that.

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Originally Posted by H2O

The rear end looks very similar to the previous generation Ford Fiesta (Mark-6). From both shots it is difficult to distinguis between Fiesta and Figo.
I hope Ford has done enough groundwork for this car in India, and they can launch at competitive price as previously announced.

anachronix · 2nd November 2009, 19:32

I am planning one of these for my daily commute! I have already covered 13K in my Fiesta within 6 months of ownership... Not good for a petrol car!

I guess a diesel sibling of the Fiesta, the Figo would set things rite

karty_83 · 3rd November 2009, 03:15

Does Figo come in with auto transmission ?

okvinu · 3rd November 2009, 04:37

IMHO Figo is just the same as the last Fiesta, although the front and rear styling has been modified by adding some elements from the current generation Fiesta and Focus in the European markets. Now in Europe they have a beautiful model of Fiesta hatchback. But the previous Fiesta (aka the soon to be launched Figo) was also a success in its class and a well known driver's car as most of the Ford models.
If Ford has plans to launch a mini MUV, then it might be something from the roots of C-max rather than S-max. If they will be trying to compete with the Innova segment, then also they have a very popular player the S-max.
Afterall the Figo is going to be a great competition for Fiat GP in terms of driveablility.

GTO · 3rd November 2009, 12:35

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Originally Posted by karty_83

Does Figo come in with auto transmission ?

Worthy suggestion! Considering that 99% of Fords sold in the USA are automatics, and Ford's obvious expertise in the same, they can easily kit the Figo out with an AT. Would be an excellent differentiator and image builder too in the crowded hatchback segment. Well priced diesel + automatic = unbeatable urban car.

The more I see the Figo, I like it. Just a fan of understated simple designs.

vijaythacker · 3rd November 2009, 12:42

when do we expect this new car to be launched at showrooms across nations, after upcoming auto expo or before that say Jan first week.

sidindica · 3rd November 2009, 18:03

First Information Gone Out.
Coming soon.

Gilead · 3rd November 2009, 18:06

Sid, great news. When do you expect to get it?

sidindica · 3rd November 2009, 18:12

anytime between now and the car's launch....

Mpower · 3rd November 2009, 18:47

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Originally Posted by karty_83

Does Figo come in with auto transmission ?

The Fiesta comes from Europe where autos are not very popular esp in the B-seg which is entry level there. They surely have one for the petrol but not sure about diesel

Glifford · 3rd November 2009, 19:05

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Originally Posted by Mpower

The Fiesta comes from Europe where autos are not very popular esp in the B-seg which is entry level there. They surely have one for the petrol but not sure about diesel

Exactly what I was thinking when GTO made his comment on the American brand.

In places like the Middle East however you get Fords both of American and European Descent.

American SUVs, CrownVics and Focus and European Mondeos

General perception (repeat perception) there is that European Autos are not as great as those on the American or Japanese brands.

27th October 2009, 04:13	#257
Moonraker BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 171 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	I have seen quiet a few figo's during my highway drive near chengalpattu and they look like a mini fusion. The sloping rear might pose a problem in the rear headroom area.
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2nd November 2009, 16:27	#258
shubhodeepdas@g BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 386 Thanked: 558 Times View My Garage	My guess would be a face-lifted Fusion with the 1.6 powerplants in BSIV avatar. With probably new styling cues and clues thrown in from current trends and other Fords in the european market. It will not be a Kuga, they will go mad trying to sell it here. It will not be in the price bracket of the current Fusion but probably pitted directly against the Skoda Yeti which is supposed to be launched early next year. A years gap is probably to cash in on generated interest in that particular segment. A price bracket of 9-11 lakhs if they are smart would work. If it does have a 4WD, it will be similar to the Haldex Clutch versions now popular with most small soft-roader. But that's just hoping and guessing.
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2nd November 2009, 16:33	#259
parishrut786 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mumbai Posts: 35 Thanked: 0 Times	Although it looks fusion's cousin, there is something to it! i quite like it, somehow i feel it is for pensioners
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2nd November 2009, 19:32	#261
anachronix Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Madras Posts: 3,286 Thanked: 1,336 Times View My Garage	I am planning one of these for my daily commute! I have already covered 13K in my Fiesta within 6 months of ownership... Not good for a petrol car! I guess a diesel sibling of the Fiesta, the Figo would set things rite
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3rd November 2009, 03:15	#262
karty_83 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 399 Thanked: 166 Times	Does Figo come in with auto transmission ?
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3rd November 2009, 04:37	#263
okvinu BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cochin Posts: 60 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	Isn't the Figo the same as the Mark 6 Fiesta! IMHO Figo is just the same as the last Fiesta, although the front and rear styling has been modified by adding some elements from the current generation Fiesta and Focus in the European markets. Now in Europe they have a beautiful model of Fiesta hatchback. But the previous Fiesta (aka the soon to be launched Figo) was also a success in its class and a well known driver's car as most of the Ford models. If Ford has plans to launch a mini MUV, then it might be something from the roots of C-max rather than S-max. If they will be trying to compete with the Innova segment, then also they have a very popular player the S-max. Afterall the Figo is going to be a great competition for Fiat GP in terms of driveablility.
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3rd November 2009, 12:42	#265
vijaythacker Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ahmedabad Posts: 1,498 Thanked: 74 Times View My Garage	when do we expect this new car to be launched at showrooms across nations, after upcoming auto expo or before that say Jan first week.
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3rd November 2009, 18:03	#266
sidindica Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 4,892 Thanked: 8,106 Times	First Information Gone Out. Coming soon.
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3rd November 2009, 18:06	#267
Gilead Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 2,142 Thanked: 60 Times	Sid, great news. When do you expect to get it?
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3rd November 2009, 18:12	#268
sidindica Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 4,892 Thanked: 8,106 Times	anytime between now and the car's launch....
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