2023-10-07 19:00:12
Ford Territory 2024: same Asian origin and many evolutions in three years Marcos Camargo jr Ford relaunched the Territory with full force after its timid launch in 2020. The new generation is bigger, more equipped and much cheaper compared to its competitors. And to discover all the virtues and limitations of the Territory, R7-Autos Carros did a week-long test with the new product: Marcos Camargo Jr It is true that the design of the Ford Territory 2024 has become somewhat more common. It has grown in size and stands out with the beltline that emerges from the tapered headlights alongside a much more prominent grille. The side line is slightly upward and the rear is even a little generic in design. Now it has grown to 4.63m in length, 2.72m in wheelbase and 1.93m in width and 1.70m in height. It is much larger than the Jeep Compass, Toyota Corolla Cross or Volkswagen Taos. 1.5 engine runs on Otto cycle and now produces 169 hp C Magazine reproduction The Ford Territory 2024 engine also has many evolutions. Although it is 1.5 turbo like the old one, it now uses a better performing Otto cycle and has 169 hp and 25.5 kgfm of torque. However, it replaced a conventional CVT transmission with a seven-speed oil-bathed automatic dual clutch. In terms of performance, the new Territory is much better, but many Ford owners fear this transmission, having seen the problems in the past that the transmission caused for Ecosport and Focus owners. However, it is another, much more advanced, third-generation gearbox supplied by Magna (formerly Getrag). Ford Disclosure Inside, living with the Ford Territory 2024 is very pleasant. There is leather, a material that is soft to the touch and imitation wood (a little out of fashion) that combines very well with the car’s proposal. It really is big inside too. There are two digital screens with good resolution, button-operated gearbox, panoramic sunroof, LEDs included for reading, ambient lights and good camera resolution. With two radars, it has a complete ADAS package, although it is a little difficult to adjust using the screen where you have to leave some commands to do simple tasks such as the car’s air conditioning. It’s a matter of getting used to it. Ford has always said that Brazilian engineering improved the Territory and that’s why there are new systems such as hydraulic stop in the shock absorbers, bushings and long-travel pivots, a more robust set and shod by 19-inch wheels. The result is a more comfortable ride with family usage profile. Marcos Camargo Jr Day by day with the news After the launch event we were able to test the car over the course of a week. The Territory is much bigger and taller, but the driving position is very comfortable and wide. Anyone looking from the back seat has the feeling of being in an even bigger car. Blue leather is the only option in the medium SUV that could also have a black finish to Brazilian tastes. The Territory seems to have a lot of power with its 169 hp despite weighing 1705 kg. It is very heavy but becomes light with the calibration used and the double clutch gearbox which is very smooth. The steering is more communicative than expected and even the suspension bounce is well contained. Large interior also at the rear with more inclined seats and wide rear doors Marcos Camargo Jr The multimedia is good despite the difficulty in accessing some controls. And the Normal, Eco, Sport and Mountain/Hill driving modes change the engine’s response very little in practice. With 0-100km/h in the range of 10.6s, it appears to be very agile even when loaded. Speaking of cargo, there are 448 liters of trunk. And in practice it seems bigger due to the size of the compartment. The Territory 2024 also proves to be efficient in braking, in the operation of the standard items praised by the whole family and in the engine performance that returned an average of 10.5km/l over the course of a week. For its weight and size it is a good consumption. The screen’s high resolution makes maneuvering easier, although some multimedia controls are confusing. Marcos Camargo Jr It was left to say that the Territory is imported from China, something that few people will notice unless they open the hood and see the yellow label that shows the car’s origins. Its design is more “Ford” than before, with a direct similarity to the Kuga and even the North American Explorer. Ample trunk: another virtue of the Chinese Territory Marcos Camargo Jr The Chinese Territory is made for several markets and now arrives in Brazil for a very competitive single price of R$209,900. It is in line with its competitors, but with the level of equipment it offers, the ideal is to compare it with more expensive models and thus see the advantage of the new Ford available in the country. For a fresh start, the Territory surprises with its package and the price offered, bringing more for less investment.
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