Ford Figo Car Review in India

The Ford Figo is based on the Ford Global B platform and gets its name from the colloquial Italian expression Figo which is similar to the colloquial English expression 'cool'. On the whole, the Figo is as good as any other small car. However, the front end of this subcompact hatchback is sleek and looks very stylish and attractive. Though small, the four-metre length of the Figo ensures a tall, purposeful look.

The ride quality of the Ford Figo is quite exceptional both at the front and rear. The Indian roads which have quite a few speed breakers will easily be taken by the Figo in its stride without sending a rude message to the driver's or passengers' back.

The Figo leverages Ford's small-car platform architecture with solid proportions. It shares essential technology with the Ford Fiesta, already familiar to Indian drivers. The Ford Figo which was unveiled in Delhi in September, 2009 will be built in Chennai for the Asia-Pacific and Africa regions.

In India, the Ford Figo comes in 8 variants. The petrol variants will be powered by 1.2 Duratec engines while the diesel variants will be powered by 1.4 Duratorq engines. The petrol engine with SEFI technology can churn out a power of 70 bhp at 6,250 rpm and a torque of 102 Nm at 4000 rpm. The common rail diesel engine will be able to stir up a power of 68 bhp at 4,000 rpm and a torque of 160 Nm at 2000 rpm. Both engines are coupled by a 5-speed automatic gearbox for smooth movement of the car. The engine helps the Figo deliver great performance in both city and highway road conditions. The Ford Figo has fine engines at a killer price which also returns with goof fuel economy figures.

Ford is aiming to lure the Indian urban youth with its latest car offering Figo. In the process it has kept in mind the difficult-to-satisfy needs of the group. Be it the interior space or the exterior appeal, Ford has included everything in its first small car offering to India and Figo is bound to set new records.

Once you get behind the wheel of the Figo, you come face-to-face with the well-engineered steering and suspension system. Figo gives you the best-in-class driving and handling experience with its hydraulic power assisted steering.

Following in the footsteps of the company's Kinetic Design, Ford Figo brings forth a classy design featuring lower grille, sloping roofline and edgy side panels. Figo's exterior shows off a very youthful character with its modern headlamps, well-sculpted bonnet, an integrated spoiler and the chamfered shape of the window at the rear. Figo completes its exterior look with body-coloured door handles and side mirrors.

Built on a 2498mm wheelbase, Figo's interior is a unique combination of quality, substance and generous proportions. The car has a seating capacity of 5 and a rear boot that can pack anything, right from your shopping bags to the luggage for a weekend getaway. To sum it up, Figo is the most spacious small car in its class. Ford Figo is available in two different interior finishes, a very peppy Coral IP theme which will definitely appeal to the urban youth and an Ebony Black one with matt finish which would satisfy the needs of people looking for class and aesthetics.

Figo is also equipped with a Bluetooth Phone Interface, an MP3 player, a radio and 4 speakers. With easily accessible controls on its central stack, Figo helps you concentrate on your driving. From power window buttons and electric adjust mirror, to remote boot opening, Figo packs in everything.

Ford Figo has undergone rigourous safety testing conditions and it emerges as a winner in the hatchback car segment. It features dual front airbags and Anti-lock Braking System with EBD which enhances car handling and provides a comfortable riding experience. Apart from that it features intelligent central locking, engine immobilizer (PATS) and a 3 point seatbelts for front and rear seats. It has a Rapid Deceleration Warning system that, at speeds greater than 96 kmph, activates the hazard warning lamps and warns trailing drivers about the sudden brakes.