Ford launched the much awaited Ford Endeavour with a common rail direct injection diesel engine under its hood. This is one of the many �??to be launched SUVs�?� scheduled for India this year, and Ford took the first step in the right direction.
This five meter long beast now comes with a new 2.5 L TDCi with Variable Geometry Turbo(VGT) which pumps out 143PS @ 3500 rpm coupled to 330 Nm of turning force at 1800 rpm. The VGT will enable the car to pull effortlessly even from lower RPMs.
The available Ford Endeavour 3 variants - 4x2 XLT, 4x4 XLT and a 4x2 Limited edition model. This offering from Ford has received some cosmetic changes as well like clear lens headlamps, bigger front grill which has chrome all over it, grab-type door handles with chrome on them as well. Elegant side cladding gives a new look to this mighty SUV. You can have this car starting at Rs. 15.52 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi).
As far as the safety is concerned, all models are equipped with dual stage airbags in front for the driver and passenger. ABS with EBD, collapsible steering column, engine immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, remote keyless entry with central locking �?? all feature on the checklist, making it a really safe car. The 4x4 also comes equipped with limited slip differential.
Other standard features include electrically adjustable outside mirrors, dual AC which has separate vents for all three rows, one touch power window for the driver and height adjustable front seat belts.
The limited edition 4x2 model gets a genuine wood interior treatment. New wheel cover, outside mirrors with blinkers, two-tone paint job, different type of side cladding and a bigger TDCi badge than the other variants are other cosmetic changes that enhance the looks of the car. A big �??Limited�?? badge shouts about the exclusivity of this mammoth of an SUV.
A more powerful and refined engine was definitely required for such a big and heavy SUV. The extra dose of horses will surely add pep to the vehicle, which it lacked big time! It is the size of the SUV which might prove to be a boon or a bane. After all its not all the time you are going to drive it in hills and mountains. But when you do, it will impart a wide grin on your face.
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