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Exterior - Looks are awesome. Very frequently I have to answer questions of enthusiasts, even in peak Delhi traffic by lowering the window glass. Such is the attention that this vehicle has achieved.  

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort): driver space is excellent. Rear space is little crunchy for three but comfortable for two with one child. Only poor thing is the absence of head rest in the rear seat and absence of the RPM meter. Nevertheless this version of the car is graet with features like bluetooth (connectivity is quitre good), front power windows, inbuilt music system (excellent quality), theatre dimming etc. I dont know about the quality of cabin plastics but ford needs to improve on its fittings. The plastics have already started creating noise whenever the vehicle rides over a rough patch. This seems to be very irritating as sometimes my full attention goes towards locating the source of noise while riding rather than focusing on the traffic.  Feels like ford should give at least 2 or 3 more storage spaces for storing of important papers etc. The dash board is big and spacious.  

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox: I felt the gears are bit titght, may be because the vehicle is new and hope for improvement within few months of usage. The engine is overpowered compared to the weight of the vehicle and the car cruises smoothly at 120 kms/hr in no time and without any notice. Only when the speedometer crosses 140 kms/hr then some vibrations are felt and the engine seems to be stressed. Mileage in mixed traffic (city & highways) with mixed AC use is around 17.5 kms/ltr. At high speeds the engine gives some metallic sound which I have observed in high end SUVs like fortuner.  

Ride Quality & Handling: the driver's views are graet, from a height overlooking all smaller cars ahead. Ride is smooth and the power steering is a real fun and really soft. Only thing missing is a foot rest at my version, required for long journeys. Have already done 3500 kms in last 2 months, one round trip to Manali from Delhi that too via Jalori Pass (10800 feet and one of the toughest roads in India). This car has done well till date.

Final Words: There may be many negatives in this car which may be overlooked as at this cost I could not get any other brand with this looks, features and performance. Its a true value for money. Cheers and all the best.

 

Areas of improvement: Ford Officials...if you are listening....please improve the fittings of interior plastics so that it does not create any noise.....after all it is Indian Roads. 😄

 

 

Powerful Engine, Excellent Looks, FUel EconomyNo RPM meter, No back head rest, Interior Plastics