Team-BHP claims
that the Ford Freestyle, which was launched in India on 26 April 2018, is about
to receive a couple of minor updates with a new 'Ruby Red' exterior paint
option. As per the report, the Figo-based crossover will gain adjustable rear
headrests and body-coloured ORVMs.
The Ford Freestyle
is on sale with two engine options - 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol and
1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbo-diesel. The petrol unit produces a maximum power
of 96 PS along with a peak torque of 120 Nm. It comes mated to a 5-speed manual
transmission. An automatic variant could be launched shortly.
The oil-burner
outputs a maximum power of 100 PS and a peak torque of 215 Nm. Once again, the
only transmission is a 5-speed manual. Prices of the Figo-based CUV (Compact
Utility Vehicle) start at INR 5.23 lakh. The top-end model is priced at INR
7.89 lakh.
The Freestyle is
longer, wider, and taller than the Figo. It measures 3,954 mm in length, 1,737
mm in width, and 1,570 mm in height. Currently, it is available in six exterior
colours - Canyon Ridge. Smoke Grey, Moondust Silver, White Gold, Oxford White,
and Absolute Black.
The Ford Freestyle
is on sale in four trims - Ambiente, Trend, Titanium, and Titanium+. Standard
safety features across variants include ABS with EBD, dual front airbags,
reverse parking sensors, and rear fog lamp. The range-topping Titanium+ option
offers side and curtain airbags, automatic headlamps, rain sensing wipers, Ford
MyKey, and SYNC3 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
support.
