Indian Automobiles: FIGO

Ford Figo Price : Rs 3,59,500* - Rs 5,48,900*

Ford Figo Review

Overall

The Indian auto market is dominated by hatchback segment cars, as more than 70% customers prefer cars in such a segment. In order to grab more share in this peculiar market, Ford has launched its stunning model, Ford Figo in India with a competitive price tag that starts from Rs 3.5 lakh. The reason behind such a price tag is to survive the competition with other major players of this segment like Maruti, Hyundai and Tata. The car has been designed while keeping in mind, the Indian road and traffic conditions.

Ford Figo Description :

Ford India has also invested US $ 500 Million in India to double its production capacity to 2,00,000 units per annum that shows Ford's despearation to make it big just like Maruti, Hyundai and Tata Motors. As such, with the launch of Ford Figo in the Indian auto market, the company plans to make its position stronger in the interminably growing hatchback segment.

Ford Figo is not only a small car in India but is also a ray of hope for Ford Motors as it has placed the company on a track that was much needed from the auto firms perspective. The company has equipped Ford Figo with everything that a small car owner can wish for. However, there are some limitations since it's a compact car and you cant possibly fit everything here. What the car does offer is the much advanced and desirable array of features that include Lane Change Indicators, Rapid deceleration warning, speed sensing volume control, smart programmable remote key, distance to empty, 6 speed intermittent wiper and intelligent central locking.

Ford Figo is available in both petrol and diesel models with four variants each. It's stylish look, exciting interior and exterior features and other advanced features with comparatively low price tag, woos the masses and even class.

The petrol version of Ford Figo is powered by the all new 1.2L petrol engine which produces 71Ps of maximum power and 102 Nm of peak torque while the diesel version of Ford Figo comes loaded with the company’s popular 1.4L, Duratorq diesel engine that currently powers Ford Ikon and Ford Fiesta and has gained a lot of popularity for delivering high engine performance with good fuel economy. This Duratorq diesel engine produces 69PS of maximum power and 160 Nm of top torque. Ford Figo comes in four variants in both petrol and diesel engine. The variants are Lxi, Exi, Zxi and Titanium. Thus the total variants for diesel and petrol are 8.

The company has taken the price of the base variant of Hyundai i10 as its benchmark for the petrol variants of Ford Figo that is priced at Rs 3.5 to Rs 3.6 lacs. While the diesel variants of Ford Figo are priced in the range of Rs 4.5 to Rs 5.45 lacs. These exceptional price ranges for such a large and stylish premium hatchback model has given it a good start.

Ford Figo shares its key elements of Ford’s kinetic design with its other stable mates like Ford Mondeo, Ford Focus and the recently launched European Ford Fiesta. Ford Figo is designed and engineered by Ford Australia. The slim upper grille and large lower grille, body colored bumpers with fog lamps create a magical view that pleases the eyes.

Ford Figo features an array of advanced third generation safety features like Dual Front Airbags that offers safety in case of front collision, ABS (Antilock Brake System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution) that enhance the stability of the car and provides a comfortable driving experience. Belt tensioners and Belt Force limiters, Seatbelt warning indicator, Door-ajar warning and many more safety features are present in Ford Figo.

Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy

Ford Figo is available in the Indian auto market in both petrol and diesel trims. The petrol variants of Ford Figo are packed with the all new 1.2L, 1196cc, SEFI engine with five speed manual transmission. The vehicle gives a standard mileage of around 12.5 kmpl mileage in the city while on the highway it offers mileage around 15.5kmpl. The engine also meets with BS-IV (Bharat Stage - IV) emission norms.

On the other hand, diesel variants of Ford Figo are powered by Ford’s popular 1.4L, 1399cc, Duratorq diesel engine which has gained popularity since it delivers excellent drivability and fuel economy. This engine too, satisfies the BS-IV emission norms and delivers excellent power, performance and mileage. The 1.4L diesel engine offers a mileage of around 14.5 to 15kmpl in the city while on the highway it delivers a mileage of 18.5 kmpl. A very interesting feature that has been added to Ford Figo is the 'Distance to Empty' feature that informs you how many kms you can go with the available petrol in the tank.

Power

Ford Figo is available with both petrol and diesel engine options with different capacities engine that delivers different levels of power as mentioned above. The petrol variants of Ford Figo have been equipped with the all new 1.2L, 1196cc, SEFI petrol engine with five speed manual transmission. The 1.2 litre petrol engine of Ford Figo produces 71(52.4) at 6250 rpm and pumps out 102 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm.

The diesel variants of Ford Figo are loaded with Ford’s popular 1.4L, 1399cc Duratorq diesel engine that delivers 69 PS of maximum power at 4,000 rpm and produces a top torque of 160 Nm at 2,000 rpm. This engine currently powers Ford Ikon and Ford Fiesta has gained popularity because of its high performance and excellent economy. Five speed manual transmission and power steering ensures a smooth drive and an impressive performance on the road.

Colors

Ford India has announced the pricing of its small wonder, Ford Figo, recently and now the promotional activities and booking is on. If you are one of the going to be owner of the car, you can choose one colour out of seven. The colours are: Diamond White, Panther Black, Moon Dust Silver, Squeeze, Colorado Red, Sea Grey and Metallic Chill. The outside rear view mirrors, front bumper and door handles are in body match.

These colors are available with all variants of Ford Figo

Ford Figo Exteriors

Exterior Appearance

Ford Figo has joined the race of automobile giants to become the no. 1 in the Indian auto market. The competition between the car makers has just become tougher since Ford Figo not only is reasonably priced but is appealing too.

Among everything else, the competition to woo customers, starts from the exterior look of the car and no company leaves any stone unturned to create a look that is unmatched by others. Ford Figo about which we are discussing here, is one of the best creations Ford designers have come up with so far. A completely new look with a unique front, side and rear design is the USP of Ford Figo. These elements become the deciding factors that grab most out of the small car segment in India. So, here we present you the exterior appearance of the hatchback with the help of words along with respective pictures.

The front of the Ford Figo looks balanced as all the features are added in a specific way. The headlight cluster is big and bold with bright lights. The distinctive human-eye shaped headlights come with halogen headlamps and turn indicators which are clearly visible during any part of the day. The turn indicators are placed above the headlight. The car features a fog lamp slot at both sides at the front . These fog lamps can be incoprporated in the car at an extra cost.

Upper grille is kept slim to give it a totally different look while 'Ford' logo is placed centrally at the grille. On the other hand, the lower grille of Ford Figo is large and aggressive. The fog lamps are fitted in a round shape in 'U' casing, separating it from the lower grille. As a result, the size of the front bumper is reduced largely. Curves and flow lines are clearly visible and look attractive.

Side view mirrors and door handle bars are painted the same as the body color and enhance the sporty look of the Ford Figo. The front and the rare bumper is body coloured . Turn indicators in rectangular shape are also placed below the side view mirrors. It means that the OVRM has not provided with LED turn signals. A sleek antenna can be seen at the middle of the front side of roof. Rain sensing wipers are placed at the front windshield.

The rear of Ford Figo is also well-decorated that turns your head. To give a wide opening to the rear hatch, taillights are made in vertical shape. The vertical stacked taillight cluster comprised of brake light, turn indicator and reverse light. The taillights stretched to the rear end of the roof but started from the middle of the rear hatch. A LED brake light display is also added at the rear end of the roof. Rear window wiper, rear window washer and rear window defogger are also finds their place nicely. Rear spoiler, very small sized, is also there in Ford Figo which is located at the rear end of the roof. The trunk of the Ford Figo can be opened by remote.

Exterior Measurements

Ford Figo is small car offered to the Indian car lovers. The overall length of the car is 3795mm, width 1680mm (without ORVM) and height is 1427mm. The ground clearance is 168mm while the wheelbase of the Ford Figo is 2489mm.

Ford Figo Interiors

Interior Appearance

Ford Figo is the best looking small car whether it comes to exterior or interior. The Figo is provided with top of its class features which were not seen in compact cars in India so far. The cabin of the car is equipped with enticing fabric, equipment and seating arrangement. The driver seat is adjustable and comfy. The dashboard of Ford Figo is packed with advanced stereo and instrument panel. The rounded AC vents are placed, facing the driver and the front passenger. Passengers at the rear needn't worry as there are two vents facing the rear seat row as well.

Ford Figo comes with a three spoked power steering. The attractively colored dashboard that comprises of a digital odometer and tripmeter boasts of a sporty and a stunning look. The audio system is adorned with silver outlines and black colored audio machine. It includes an MP3 player, Radio (AM/FM) and 4 speakers. Bluetooth connectivity deserves a special mention as you can add 4 mobile devices to it. The system offers full access to phone book, call logs on the audio display.

The instrument panel includes the tachometer, digital clock, digital odometer and two tripmeters. The interior is wrapped in fabric upholstery; dual tone colored seats add to the beauty of the new Ford Figo. The rear seats are fitted in bench like design. The rear seats are not provided with head rests and this allows the driver to look behind clearly, when turning back or in some other situation. The legroom, headroom, shoulder room and hiproom is pretty good at rear seat row not but not ample.

Interior Comfort

Ford Figo is a compact car which provides a seating capacity of five passengers including the driver. The front seat row is spacious and comfortable. The driver seat is an adjustable one which is a rare feature in compact cars in India. The power steering wheel in Ford Figo has three spokes. Cup-holder at front seat is provided. The audio system is advanced and can be operated by a remote control. Ford Figo, is blessed with a good air conditioning and heating system to provide comfort and luxury at the same time. Even the base variant is fitted with an air conditioner and heater. The front row has a glove compartment and electrically adjustable outside mirrors. Head rests are fitted to the front seats. The seating row at the rear provides ample space for three passengers. This seat row is also foldable. However, taller passengers may find it a bit difficult to adjust their knees.

Ford Figo has a wide boot, 284 litres, to be exact. Due to its flat surface, storage area can be used to optimamly and large items can be stored easily. Ford Figo is equipped with a 6 Speed Intermittent Wiper that helps you to choose the speed of the wiper depending upon the intensity of railfall.

Interior Measurement

Ford Figo is a small car which falls in the B Plus segment. Generally, these cars do not have ample space for passengers. However, front seat have sufficient legroom, headroom and shoulder room. This fact holds true for Ford Figo as well. However the rear seat row can become a little congested especially for taller passengers. There is no armrest for the middle passenger. The rear seat row in Ford Figo does not have headrest either.

Engine Capacity and Performance

The heart of the four wheeler, Ford Figo, is located under the front hood. The variants of the Ford Figo are fitted with all new powerplants. The petrol variants of the Figo are powered by 1.2L, 1196cc engine. The engine type comprises of four cylinder, DOHC, SEFI and front wheel drive. The base variant incorporates five speed manual transmission. The 1.2L petrol engine pumps out 71 PS of peak power at 6,250 rpm while it generates 102 Nm of top torque at 4,000 rpm.

On the other hand, the diesel engine of Ford Figo is loaded with higher displacement that is 1399cc. The 1.4L Duratorq diesel engine comprises of four cylinders, SOHC, common rall and front wheel drive. Like the petrol variant, the base variant of the car has a five-speed gearbox. The diesel mill of Ford Figo is capable of generating a maximum power of 69 PS at 4,000 rpm and a peak torque of 160 Nm at 2,000 rpm.

This engine currently powers Ford Ikon and Ford Fiesta and has garnered popularity because of its high performance and excellent economy. Five speed manual transmission and power steering make Ford Figo a smooth performer on the road.

Wheels

The small wonder from the Ford, Ford Figo, has standard tyre and wheels. The wheel size of Ford Figo is 14 inch and the tyre size is 175/65 R14. Tubeless Radial Tyres are fitted in Ford Figo. Wheel cover is also provided to enhance the look. 14 inch wheel is good enough to take you to your destination. All the variants incorporate front wheel drive.

Braking and Handling

Ford Figo is equipped with efficient braking system. The front has a ventilated disc brake while the rear one has drum brakes, something that is found in all the B Plus segment cars in India. The top-end variant of Ford Figo is also added with ABS and EBD.

Anti-lock barking system (ABS) comes coupled with Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) or Electronic brakeforce limitation (EBL). ABS is responsible for preventing wheel lock-up under heavy braking which ensures no skidding while EBD promises more or less braking pressure to all wheels with a view to increase braking power along with balancing control. ABA coupled with EBD ensures better handling to the vehicle as well. The suspension system of Ford Figo is quite impressive with a combination of latest forks at each end. The front one is an Independent McPherson Strut with Dual Path Mounts type while the rear one is a Semi Independent Twist Beam, Coil Springs type.

Handling and Safety

Ford Figo is a compact car equipped with standard and a few advanced features at an affordable price. The few advanced features will be the deciding factors to establish the car as a popular one. All the variant of the Ford Figo come with a five-speed transmission and power steering. The features help the driver to handle the Ford Figo with ease. ABS, EBD and disc brake enhance the handling and control capability.

As far as safety is concerned, Ford Figo is provided with Daul front airbags. The dual front airbags come into action when a front collision happens, providing maximum safety to the front passenger and driver. Apart from that, the higher-end variant is equipped with keyless entry feature that has been named as Smart Programmable Remote Key that ensures opening all four doors or only the door at the driver's side when needed without the key. You can also unlock the trunk gate with the help of a button present in this key.

Ford Figo comes with some very interesting and safety features including power door locks, power windows, day and night rear view mirror, passenger side rear view mirror and central locking that further ensure safety and security. In addition to this, engine immobilizer is also added to the Ford Figo. The system is a high-tech security system that ceases the mill when someone tries to start it with duplicate key or other equipment. Seat-belts are added at front and rear seat with seat belt warning and door ajar warning. Moreover, in the top-end variant, side and front impact beams are fitted along with all the above features.

This small car is fitted with Rapid Decelerating Waring system that starts working above the speed of 96 kmph. A warning blinker will start flashing after this speed limit, to warn the drivers coming behind. Apart from this, Ford Figo is also equipped with Lane Change Indicators that blink three times when you change your lane.

Stereo and Accessories

Ford Figo is blessed with an excellent MP3 player and Radio (AM/FM) along with 4 speakers. This can not be termed as an advanced or latest audio system but satisfies the need of an audio system. Front and rear side speakers are also present. You can enjoy the audio system by a single touch of remote control. Phone Interface through Bluetooth can also be enjoyed. The Bluetooth connectivity allows you to check call logs, SMS, phone book etc without picking up the handset in hand. You can also pair four mobile devices to this system.

Ford Figo sports a brand new Speed sensing Volume control that retains the same momentum even at high speed.

Ford Figo is fitted with air conditioner. The AC vents are fitted to the dashboard. However, rear AC vents are not provided. The system is coupled with heater system. Apart from that if you want to have fog lamps fitted in your Ford Figo, you can get it after paying extra bucks. Wheel cover.

Ford Figo Pros :

Stylish Look.

It will be packed with exciting interior and exterior features that generally found in sedans.

Fuel Efficiency and Engine Performance.

Ford's brand image for delivering high engine performance.

Ford Figo Cons :

Rear seat row is a little congested.