Ford to launch 7 new cars in 2017-18

Ford has decided to go all out by bringing in a slew of new cars in 2017. It has already launched the new Figo twins, the new Endeavour and the Mustang in recent past. Products like the EcoSport, along with earlier versions of the Figo and Fiesta, have also received an almost overwhelming response from Indian car buyers.

Here’s a look at the upcoming Ford Cars in India 2017 –

Ford EcoSport facelift

November, 2017

Easily among the most awaited upcoming Ford cars in India, the EcoSport facelift is just months away from us! With a new front fascia and an updated features list, the EcoSport will try to re-claim the top spot in its segment. The EcoSport facelift should be here by the advent of this year’s festive season. Prices could see a slight increase owing to introduction of new features. The facelift is sure to infuse some freshness with this very likable compact SUV.

Ford Figo facelift

May, 2018

Ford India plans to launch an updated version of the Figo?. The new 2018 Ford Figo facelift will debut at the Auto Expo 2018. It will have a new 1.2-litre petrol engine that will offer better performance and higher mileage. The car will also have a fresher exterior and more features for the interior. Prices of the car could start at Rs 5.2 lakh and go all the way to Rs 7.6 lakh. The 1.5-litre Petrol and 1.5-litre Diesel engines will be carried forward unchanged. The Figo facelift will probably be successful in helping Ford India establish a stronger foothold in the very competitive lower B-segment of Indian car market.

Ford Aspire facelift

May, 2018

Ford India is also likely to launch the new Aspire facelift in India. It will also have an updated exterior, better-equipped interior and the new 1.2-litre Petrol engine. Thanks to these updates, the car might get a slight price rise but we feel that the increase in the price will be justified. The Aspire sedan hasn’t exactly set sales charts on fire and now, the updated car might become a worthier rival to the likes of Maruti Dzire and Hyundai Xcent.

Ford Figo Cross

May, 2018

Known as the Ford Ka Trail in Brazil, the Ford Figo Cross is nothing but a slightly more rugged version of the Figo hatchback. It gets some body cladding, bigger wheels and a higher ground clearance to come across as a more rugged option. For India, the Figo Cross will come with a new 1.2-litre, three-cylinder, Dragon-series Petrol engine. This engine will even go on to replace the current 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine on the regular Figo and the Aspire. It will also come with a touchscreen infotainment unit. Safely expect this car to make its public debut at the Auto Expo 2018.

Ford Kuga

Early 2018

Ford India already sells internationally-acclaimed models like Ecosport, the new generation Figo (internationally known as the Ka) and the Enveavour (aka Everest) in India. Now, it plans to bring more globally successful models to our car market. One of these upcoming Ford cars in India is the Kuga small crossover. The Kuga will be slotted between the EcoSport and the Endeavour in Ford India’s line-up of cars. It will rival high-end models of the Hyundai Creta at one end, and the Tucson at the other. Expect a mileage of up to 17 KMPL from the Diesel engine!

Ford Mondeo

Early 2018

Yes, the Mondeo is coming back! First launched over a decade ago, the Mondeo failed to find many takers. However, several years later, Ford India is readying itself to once again launch the Mondeo. In its latest generation, the Mondeo looks really handsome and will share its engines with the Kuga. Expect a late-2017 or an early-2018 launch. The Mondeo will rival cars like the Toyota Camry and Skoda Superb.

Ford Mustang Convertible

Early 2018

The legendary Ford Mustang was launched here earlier this year. Now, the manufacturer is rumoured to be working on to bring the Convertible version to India. Akin to the Coupe, the Convertible will be available in only the top-of-the-line GT 5.0 V8 trim. Expect a price of roughly Rs 70 Lakh.