The
Ford Figo facelift has been spotted in India for the first time. The images by
CarandBike appear to be that of a new crossover variant that could be added to
the lineup with the launch of the facelift.
The test unit finished in Oxford White wears heavy
camouflage. The images reveal a narrower front grille that
sits lower as compared the current model. The headlamps seem new as well,
which along with the new grille, will bring it in line with Ford’s latest
family look as seen on new products such as the 2017 Ford Fiesta.
Body armour starting from the lower lip of the front
bumper runs around the wheel arches to the rear bumper indicating that Ford
will introduce the Ford Figo Active variant in India in 2018. It sports dark
6-spoke alloy wheels as well. Despite the camouflage, large roof rails and
reprofiled tail lamps with smoked effect are evident.
Ford is expected to add new features and tinker with
the dashboard design in the mid-cycle action. A touchscreen unit with SYNC 3
support will be added according to an earlier report. An updated instrument
console, a new steering wheel design, and new seat upholstery could be a part
of the updates on the 2018 Ford Figo.
Reports also suggest that a smaller sibling of the
1.5 L Dragon petrol that will power the Ford EcoSport facelift displacing 1.2 L
will replace the 1,196 cc four-cylinder Ti-VCT unit. The Ford Figo facelift
diesel is likely to continue using the 1.5 L TDCi unit.
The Ford Figo facelift could arrive sometime next
year along with the Aspire facelift. Ford is also working on brand new premium
hatchback and sedan models (B563), scheduled to arrive around 2020.