Ford has upgraded the Territory in China
for the new model year, with the electric SUV getting a bigger battery pack. Offering
a 435-km range in the NEDC cycle, a 75-km improvement over
the previous version, the 60.4 kWh battery powers an electric motor that
generates 161 HP and 280 Nm of torque.
Another novelty is the introduction of the
heat pump air conditioner, which provides more effective heating in
sub-freezing conditions saving over 40 percent of energy compared to the usual
system and increasing the cruising range in winter by up to 50 km.
Owners will be able to use their
smartphones to lock and unlock the doors, turn the motor on and access the HVAC
system via the virtual key feature, which can be remotely shared through the
dedicated app. The 10-inch infotainment system and 10.25-inch digital instrument
cluster are still there, alongside other gear such as voice control,
navigation, WeChat, etc.
The Co-Pilot360 driving assistance suite
is also included, with blind spot monitoring, front collision warning, lane
departure warning, active park assist and others. Ford is offering the
Territory EV in two versions in the People’s Republic, both with the same
amount of output and torque and the new battery pack. Pricing for the base
variant starts at 179,800 yuan (US$ 26,360) after the state incentive, whereas
the better equipped model will set buyers back 192,800 yuan (US$ 28,265).
