Prices for the BS6 petrol variants start at ? 8.04 lakh and go all the way up to ? 11.43 lakh. Prices for the Ecosport BS6 diesel variants start at ? 8.54 lakh and top at ? 11.58 lakh for (all prices ex-showroom, India). Ford has also extended the 100,000 km or 10-year service package to the BS6 model at an additional cost of ? 4,700.

The Petrol variants continue to have the 1.5L Ti-VCT three cylinder engine that produces 118 bhp and 149 NM of torque. The Diesel option too is Ford’s popular a 1.5L engine that produces 99 bhp

and 215 NM of torque. Both engines are synced to a 5 speed manual gearbox.

Unlike the 2020 BS6 Ford Figo, the Foed Ecosport carries forward many of its features over to the BS models. SYNC 2 Infotainment System with 9 inch Touch screen, rain sensing wiper, push button star/ stop, Projector headlamps with DRLs, etc are present in the BS6 version as well. Top end variants also offer 6 airbags while ABS and EBD are present in all variants.

Strong build, a peppy ride quality and good road presence, value for money and safety is what the Ecosport is known for. Thankfully, nothing much has been changed in the Ford Ecosport and it will continue to offer the same as both petrol and diesel engines have been made BS6 compliant by Ford unlike many other manufacturers that have had to discontinue their older engines.

 

Rivalry can be quite fun for the spectators. It's even more fun when big brands take a dig at their rivals in a direct manner. Tata motors has released an ad for their Altroz premium hatchback based on the Halloween theme, which takes a dig at the soon to be launched Hyundai i20. 

            Tata Motors have been running an all new 2020 Halloween Campaign using their cars. However, one particular ad with the Altroz directly takes a hit on the upcoming rival, 2020 Hyundai i20. This short video has a caption too, “You Can I the Trick 20 Times , but

it’s the treat that you fall for” which is directly mentions the upcoming i20. The car is even wrapped in the video to show that it is yet to be launched. In simple terms, they are referring to the i20 as a trick with loads of features and the Altroz as a treat. Hyundai i20 is all set to become the most feature loaded car in the segment once launched next week in India. 

         Hyundai has also responded to this ad from Tata with a short video along with the caption, “The darkness has found a new treat. This is no trick. The all-new i20 is all set to treat you with its sleek style and thrilling performance. Stay tuned.”

The 2020 Hyundai i20 will be launched in India on 5th November, 2020. Bookings for the new premium hatchback have already commenced in India and a considerable amount of details of the new i20 are already out on the internet. It will be loaded with features and compete against the Tata Altroz with two petrol engines and one diesel engine. The Altroz is a strong product too, with best in class safety credentials and handling. It remains to be seen how both the hatchbacks perform in real world, as well as in terms of sales.

Ford Motor Company is considering to introduce its high-performance models in the Indian market including the Ranger Raptor pickup truck, Bronco 4×4, Mustang EV and Focus RS.

The Focus RS is one of the highly popular hot hatchbacks across the world and is also being considered for India. While launching a performance-based vehicle won’t help in gaining volumes, this it will help establish its image as a premium manufacturer and also the intention will reinforce the Ford DNA among the prospective Indian buyers. 

These performance and lifestyle models could be brought into the country as CBU taking advantage of the relaxation in

homologation regulations.

The Bronco off-roaderder SUV could rival the Jeep Wrangler in India. The Mustang Mach E SUV features an extended range battery and RWD with the estimated EPA range of 482 km. In the AWD configuration, the Mach-E develops 332 horsepower and 565 Nm of torque, and is faster than the base Porsche Macan.

Ford is already working on next-generationtion Ranger Raptor which will borrow the engine from the popular F-150, as the 3.0-litre V6 diesel V6 puts out 255 hp and 600 Nm.

Ford India is working for B and C Segment SUV and MPV along with Mahinda (Contract Basis) which will hit road on 2022. Also, the American manufacturer will continue to refresh its existing portfolio Figo, Aspire, EcoSport, Endeavour and the Iconic Mustang. 

Stay tuned for further updates.

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