Ford Territory has gone on sale in South America’s biggest markets
following its world debut in China two years ago. Essentially a rebadged and
improved Jiangling Yusheng 330, the Territory can now be ordered by customers
in Brazil and Argentina. In the two markets, the Territory comes with a
1.5-liter EcoBoost turbo-four engine mated to a CVT automatic that simulates eight
gears and front-wheel drive.
In Brazil, the engine is rated at 150 PS, while in Argentina it makes 143 PS. In both cases, the peak
torque is 225 Nm, available from 1,500 to 4,000 rpm. Measuring
4,580 mm in length, 1,936 mm in width (without mirrors)
and with a wheelbase of 2,716 mm, the Ford Territory is described as
a leader in interior space and passenger comfort, including in the rear
compartment.
Standard and available features include an
electric panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree panoramic camera, ventilated and
heated front seats, wireless charging for smartphones, embedded modem enabling
FordPass Connect services, ambient lighting, and more. The Territory also
features a 10-inch digital instrument panel and 10.1-inch Sync Touch multimedia
interface with wireless Apple CarPlay, developed exclusively for Brazil and
South America.
From a safety standpoint, the Ford
Territory comes standard with six airbags, electronic stability and traction control
AdvanceTrac, Hill Start Assist, tire pressure monitoring sensor, four-wheel
disc brakes with ABS, seat belt warning for driver and passenger, Isofix hooks,
and electrochromic rearview mirror.
Optional driver assistance tech includes
adaptive cruise control with stop & go, front collision alert with
automatic braking, lane departure alert, blind spot alert, automatic parking,
and automated LED headlights. In Brazil, the Ford Territory starts from the
equivalent of US$ 30,825 while in Argentina the compact SUV is available from US$ 41,600. The model is built in Xiaolan, China, in association with Jiangling
Motors Corp (JMC).