Ford Figo P 1.2L EXI

Exterior I appreciate subtle lines in a car and don’t like cars which look busy.

Figo has a contemporary look with a low profile and has subtle lines which I really like and I think it looks better then the tall boy designs we most commonly see in this class B hatchback segment.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Interior of Figo is specious and gives a fill of a sedan. We can accommodate 3 people in the back seat easy which is possible in other cars as well but will not be as comfortable as in Figo, AC of Figo also adds to the experience. Although another cup holder would have helped.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox The only downside of figo P is in its engine department. Without AC it works fine but with AC and if the car is full then you have to put a lot of gas to get going and don’t even think of overtaking in 1st or 2nd gear while AC is on you will only manage to embarrass yourself.

Millage of the petrol engine is also low I manage to get 14 without A/C and 10 to 11 with AC mostly on city roads.

I think people who drive 800 to 900 km monthly will not have a big problem as the price of diesel figo is also higher.

Ride Quality & Handling I must say gearshift is crisp very happy with that and ride quality is awesome I think best in the segment, breaking is also very good. I think feasta’s platform is to blame for the cars awesome handling.

Final Words Apart from the mileage Figo petrol is a bargain. It will give you a feel of an expensive car within 4.5 L . The dealership experience has improved which at first I was skeptical as I migrated from Maruti.

Areas of improvement

1) Ford should have provided a tachometer in all of its Figo variants. I think its essential

2) All 4 power windows should have been provided and 60% open rear windows dos not help.

3) ECU needs to be remapped as the car seems underpowered in low gears.

4) The mud flaps should not be hard as it gets damaged very quickly in Indian roads

5) The front and back bumpers are too flexible and seems very flimsy frankly did not expect this from figo. Even the color is chipping away in these bumpers for some reason.

Spacious, AC, Ride Quality, Sober Low profile LooksFuel Economy, Rear Windows, Front and rear Bumbers