New Ford Figo (2nd Generation)

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Swift vs Ford Figo | Diesel Comparison | ZigWheels

- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Ford Figo vs Maruti Swift; diesel hatchbacks comparison review.

- Grand i10 Nios has been launched recently at a price of Rs 4.99 lakh. It is powered by a 1.2-litre engine while the Swift is available with a 1.3-litre engine; the Figo comes with the largest engine of the three, at 1.5 litres

- Hyundai Grand i10 iNios s available in 5 variants - Era, Magna, Sportz & Asta.

- Grand i10 Nios is loaded with lots of features like an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment, rear AC vents and a 12V charging socket for rear passengers..

- In their respective top-spec variants, all three cars offer tilt-adjustable steering, driver’s seat height adjustment, automatic climate control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Grand i10 Nios, Maruti Swift, Ford Figo are available with a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Swift is the current segment leader, and remains popular given its sporty styling, spirited performance and fuel-efficient motor. But can the Nios outdo it in these aspects? And where does the Ford Figo stand in this equation?

This comparison reviews tells all!

 
Comparison Review: Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Rivals | NDTV carandbike

The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is the latest product in the hatchback segment and we had to compare it to its rivals. So here it is the Grand i10 Nios versus the segment leader Maruti Suzuki Swift and of course the Ford Figo.

Watch our review to know which hatchback takes the top spot.

 
REVIEW | Refreshed Ford Figo is frugality at its finest

The Ford Figo has grown in leaps and bounds since its local launch almost ten years ago.

It might currently only be in its second generation but it has already made a big impression on consumers looking to buy something different on the market in the entry-level segment.

Dynamite and small packages

The model being tested here is the 1.5 Titanium and I was excited to have my second go in a Figo, which means 'cool' in Italian. I'd previously driven the pre-facelifted sedan version, and there are numerous changes compared to the predecessor.

Earlier models gave buyers the choice of a Novelsport package from the factory, this time round there is a special Figo Blu model that fills that void.

Pricing starts from R191 300 and buyers can choose between hatchback or sedan body shapes. This model comes with a 4 year or 60 000km service plan, with service intervals are at every 15 000km.

Ford has definitely moved up a level with the new Figo. It now looks and feels more premium both inside and out.

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Tested: Ford Figo 1.5 Titanium is surprisingly fun

VERDICT

The Figo finds itself in a hotly contested segment, and while it could do with a bigger boot and better economy, it is in our opinion still the most entertaining car to drive in its segment. There’s a good spread of models too, and if you’re prepared to stretch to R224 900, the range-topping Titanium is impressively stocked.

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Tested: Ford Figo 1.5 Titanium is surprisingly fun

Ford has a long tradition of producing inexpensive but surprisingly entertaining small cars, and the Figo is one of them.
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Long-term test: Ford Figo is a solid performer for the price

Frugal on the open road

While our Figo was mostly confined to Joburg in its first two months with us, I got to stretch its legs recently on a 200km round trip to its ‘home’ - with Ford having invited us to a ceremony at its Silverton headquarters to announce the company’s new industrial hub for automotive component suppliers.

Not only did the Figo prove to be a comfortable highway companion, but it was economical too, sipping an average of 5.5 litres per 100km on the trip. However, it’s perhaps not quite as frugal as some other small cars in regular urban driving, with our car drinking around 7.3 litres per 100km in a mixture conditions.

We’ve lived with the Figo Titanium for three months now, and so far there are no real faults to report on. One small bugbear we picked up in the recent rainy weather, however, was that the intermittent windscreen wiper function was not working, meaning we could either have constant wiping or none at all - that’s not an issue in heavier rain but in light drizzle it becomes a bit annoying.

Other than that, the Figo has continued to impress with its driving characteristics, as mentioned, and all round practicality. The range-topper that we have on test also leaves nothing wanting in the way of features, and also includes Ford’s modern and easy-to-use Sync3 infotainment system, which we will delve a bit deeper into in the next update.

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Long-term test: Ford Figo is a solid performer for the price

For not too much more than the price of an entry level car, the Figo gives you the ability to cruise comfortably between cities.
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Tested: Ford Figo Titanium does the job with gusto

Our long-term test has shown that the Figo covers most of the other rational aspects rather well too. The test unit has proven durable, with no faults to report thus far, and we’ve had no reason to fault the overall comfort and practicality. Granted, it would be nice to have a boot with a bigger capacity than 256 litres, but it’s still good for a weekend’s worth of luggage if you don’t go too overboard with the packing, and it’ll happily swallow a large shopping spree. Those with kids will also appreciate the generous rear legroom offered by the Figo.

From a comfort perspective, our range-topping Titanum test car has it all, from a CarPlay and Android Auto compatible Sync3 touchscreen infotainment system that’s conveniently located at the top of the dashboard, to automatic climate control, auto headlights and wipers and a multi-function steering wheel. The Titanium also gets a safety upgrade, with side and curtain-level airbags joining the dual front bags fitted to the rest of the range.

Although the Titanium is hardly entry-level at R228 300, it’s still a worthy package if you consider that the larger B-segment cars on the market have moved quite far up the price ladder. Today you’re looking at just under R290 000 for a new Fiesta and 260 grand for a lesser-specced Toyota Yaris, just to put things into perspective.

However, if you are looking for a more affordable Figo and you’re happy to stick to the basic comfort features, the 1.5 Ambiente model can be bought from as little as R195 200. Or if you’re happy to part with the R228 300 but you don’t want to change gears yourself, Ford also offers the 1.5 Trend model with a six-speed automatic gearbox. If you want something a bit more striking, there’s the special edition Figo Blu, which Ford is aiming at the youth market. Bottom line is that there's a decent spread of models on offer here, including a sedan body style for those wanting more boot space.

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Tested: Ford Figo Titanium does the job with gusto

It’s been smooth sailing all the way, but what still stands out is this compact hatchback’s driving characteristics.
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BS6 Ford Figo / Aspire lose features (In India) - Team-BHP

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According to the pictures, it appears that features such as rear wiper, rear defogger, Fly Audio touchscreen, automatic climate control, glossy gear lever top, fog lamps etc. have been omitted from the Figo Titanium.

The Aspire (sedan) meanwhile continues to get the Fly Audio system and automatic climate controls but it loses out on the glossy gear lever top as well.

It is also said that 15-inch dual tone alloy wheels are now standard on the Titanium trim of both the Figo and Aspire.

Sync 3 is also not expected to be offered on these cars. In the Figo, the Fly Audio system has been replaced by a 2-din system that resembles the entry level system from the Ford Ka+ in the UK.

Both the Figo and Aspire are expected to be offered with BS6 compliant petrol and diesel engines. These include the 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol that makes 95 BHP and 120 Nm and 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder diesel unit that produces 99 BHP and 215 Nm of torque. Both engines are expected to be paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
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Three reasons why the Ford Figo makes for a great student car

Price and warranty

One area where the Figo has to get it right, is with price. Since mom and dad will most likely foot the bill, they need to know that 1) the car will not break the bank, and 2) that the car is money well-spent.

At R228 300, the Ford Figo Titanium offers a comprehensive package that few cars in its segment can match. Included in the price is four-year or 60 000km service plan, and a four-year or 120 000km warranty. The car needs to be serviced every 15 000km or once every 12 months.

The Figo 1.5 Titanium is a solid product in Ford’s local line-up and does the brand’s reputation justice.

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Need a new car for university? Here are some great reasons why the Ford Figo is a very good choice.
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Pricing! New Ford Figo Freestyle cross-hatch sneaks into South Africa

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has quietly added the new Figo Freestyle to its local range, with the fresh-faced cross-hatch offered in two trim levels.

Seemingly not content with the likes of the Toyota Etios Cross and Renault Sandero Stepway hogging the cross-hatch spotlight, Ford’s new Figo-based Freestyle has finally touched down in South Africa.

The Figo 1,5 Trend Freestyle is priced at R226 700, which makes it some R14 800 more expensive than the hatch on which it’s based. The Figo 1,5 Titanium Freestyle, meanwhile, tops the range at R247 500, commanding a R11 800 premium over the hatch version.

Pricing:

Ford Figo 1,5 Ambiente hatch: R202 100
Ford Figo 1,5 Ambiente sedan: R208 500
Ford Figo 1,5 Trend hatch: R211 900
Ford Figo 1,5 Trend sedan: R217 300
Ford Figo 1,5 Trend Freestyle: R226 700
Ford Figo 1,5 Titanium hatch: R235 700
Ford Figo 1,5 Trend AT hatch: R235 900
Ford Figo 1,5 Titanium Freestyle: R247 500

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Pricing! New Ford Figo Freestyle cross-hatch sneaks into South Africa... - CAR Magazine

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has quietly added the new Figo Freestyle to its local range, with the fresh-faced cross-hatch offered in two trim […]
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Six months with the Ford Figo 1.5 Titanium

VERDICT

For most people, a car is simply a way of getting from A to B, so it’s the rational attributes that count the most. While the Figo fares decently in those areas, so do many other cars in its price range. Where the Figo stands apart is in the driving experience. Not a big deal to everybody, but to those that do enjoy the simple act of driving, the Figo is a breath of fresh air in its segment.

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Six months with the Ford Figo 1.5 Titanium

Where the Figo stands apart is in the driving experience. Not a big deal to everybody, but it is to us..
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Great feedback which is usable.

Does it come in auto, i might have missed that info?
 
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