Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20

Venkatesh · 20th July 2020, 10:34

Ford Figo petrol automatic set for late August launch

The Figo 1.2 will get a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It will be the same automatic gearbox from the EcoSport SUV.

https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...-launch-417954

anumod · 20th July 2020, 11:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Venkatesh

Ford Figo petrol automatic set for late August launch

The Figo 1.2 will get a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It will be the same automatic gearbox from the EcoSport SUV.

Ecosport's engine is 1.5 litre. So this torque converter gearbox might be derived from that, and may not be the same one ..

swarnava.ch · 20th July 2020, 11:17

This is a great news. During my search for a small petrol AT, I had to skip the Figo as the AT combination was not available post BS6 upgrade. However this is the need of the hour and I appriciate Ford for being - better late than never. Hope this combination is able to get back customers to the Ford showroom again.

Aditya · 20th July 2020, 11:50

Ford Figo petrol AT variant coming in August 2020 - Posts moved to a new thread.

TaurusSHO · 20th July 2020, 11:54

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Originally Posted by Venkatesh

Ford Figo petrol automatic set for late August launch

I wish they had prioritized Freestyle to get the AT first.

skarthiksr · 20th July 2020, 12:35

Since the Figo and Aspire are siblings, Ford would most likely bring AT on Aspire as well. I just wish that they bring AT on their top-end Titanium+ atleast now

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Originally Posted by TaurusSHO

I wish they had prioritized Freestyle to get the AT first.

Ford doesn't seem to have plans to bring AT on the Freestyle, though it would be a great option considering the list of safety features Freestyle packages.

https://twitter.com/FordIndiaHelp/st...02677396799488

JayKavadi · 20th July 2020, 14:09

One can only pray that this time round its a whole-hearted decision to launch the Automatic. They had announced an automatic with the 1.5 dragon as well in a TC form at the time of the face-lift, but none of the dealers had a clue about this variant. Heck, even the reviewers did not get to drive this variant.

Pairing the 1.2 dragon with a TC is just what the segment needs in a sea of AMTs and CVTs. This would also help Ford to keep costs low as the 1.5 dragon did jack up the price of the automatic variant quite a bit.

But alas, as with everything Ford India, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. I'm going to be watching this thread for more.

Hemantteen · 20th July 2020, 17:43

If Ford could launch this 6-speed automatic with the awesome 1.5Tdci, that will be a killer product - safe body with an efficient engine having a lot of torque. This will certainly regain the customers which ford had lost recently and add new ones.

The Rationalist · 20th July 2020, 20:55

I can’t understand the half hearted approach of Ford India. If you want to make any impact better give it everything. Bring Automatic to all variants and also to Aspire and Freestyle. They are acting as if they have already big sales. If this is the attitude, people like me who already have 2 Ford cars will not come back when it’s time to change cars. What options do I have if I want to upgrade my Aspire? A decade old Ecosport! Where is the Seltos/Creta competitor? I know asking for Sedan is too much.

Amsdoc · 20th July 2020, 22:01

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Originally Posted by The Rationalist

I can’t understand the half hearted approach of Ford India. If you want to make any impact better give it everything. Bring Automatic to all variants and also to Aspire and Freestyle. They are acting as if they have already big sales. If this is the attitude, people like me who already have 2 Ford cars will not come back when it’s time to change cars. What options do I have if I want to upgrade my Aspire? A decade old Ecosport! Where is the Seltos/Creta competitor? I know asking for Sedan is too much.

I guess the first car expected from the Ford-Mahindra JV will be a Seltos/Creta competitor. When that will be is a good question. I guess Covid-19 has put a spanner in the works for most plans. It was expected or at least information about it was expected mid to late 2020. Maybe late 2021 as per below news.

https://www.autocarindia.com/car-new...ly-2021-416414

Having a proper auto on a small petrol will give people a good option amongst all the AMTs/DCTs. The Polo GT is also coming with a TC but the Ford will undercut it on price significantly. Can only be a good thing.

GTO · 21st July 2020, 08:23

This is a nice little motor. A key advantage of the small triple-cylinder over the old Figo 1.5L AT will be its fuel economy. That is especially important to hatchback owners.

samaspire · 21st July 2020, 08:59

I have said this before and I'll say it again - The Figo needs an AT in all variants. Give people a choice and they will buy. If they can make a base model Figo AT for under 6.5 lakhs on road, then there's nothing like it. You'll get 2 airbags + ABS as standard anyway. And keep a slot for adding any 2DIN audio system.

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/india...ml#post4586690 (Scoop! Ford Figo facelift spotted. EDIT: Launched @ Rs. 5.15 lakhs)

ABHI_1512 · 21st July 2020, 09:00

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Originally Posted by The Rationalist

What options do I have if I want to upgrade my Aspire? A decade old Ecosport! Where is the Seltos/Creta competitor? I know asking for Sedan is too much.

Well, according to what I know from very reliable sources, Ford has three cars in the offing next year. First one is the Creta/Seltos competitor, second one is a premium hatch/ sedan and the third one is an entry level hatch positioned below Figo. I am hoping it’s true so that at least I am in a position to decide for a hatch better in the upcoming months.

Now either my sources are good or I will have some egg on my face. But this auto motor for Figo is a good bet in a mileage conscious segment for sure !

Avinash_R · 21st July 2020, 10:03

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Originally Posted by ABHI_1512

Well, according to what I know from very reliable sources, Ford has three cars in the offing next year. First one is the Creta/Seltos competitor, second one is a premium hatch/ sedan and the third one is an entry level hatch positioned below Figo. I am hoping it’s true so that at least I am in a position to decide for a hatch better in the upcoming months.

Now either my sources are good or I will have some egg on my face. But this auto motor for Figo is a good bet in a mileage conscious segment for sure !

Is this Creta competitor the new xuv they are co-developing with Mahindra?

Mods - sorry for going OT

amitayu · 21st July 2020, 12:20

I understand the present Figo had one model with the 1.5 Lt petrol engine and auto transmission.

This offering of the 1.2 Lt with auto transmission better have Android Auto & apple Car Play offered, or else this connectivity may prove to be chink in the armour for the new product line as almost all competition offer those today.

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JayKavadi BHPian Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mumbai Posts: 65 Thanked: 88 Times	re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 One can only pray that this time round its a whole-hearted decision to launch the Automatic. They had announced an automatic with the 1.5 dragon as well in a TC form at the time of the face-lift, but none of the dealers had a clue about this variant. Heck, even the reviewers did not get to drive this variant. Pairing the 1.2 dragon with a TC is just what the segment needs in a sea of AMTs and CVTs. This would also help Ford to keep costs low as the 1.5 dragon did jack up the price of the automatic variant quite a bit. But alas, as with everything Ford India, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. I'm going to be watching this thread for more.
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Hemantteen BHPian Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Delhi Posts: 54 Thanked: 89 Times	re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 If Ford could launch this 6-speed automatic with the awesome 1.5Tdci, that will be a killer product - safe body with an efficient engine having a lot of torque. This will certainly regain the customers which ford had lost recently and add new ones.
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The Rationalist BANNED Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Kochi Posts: 924 Thanked: 7,295 Times	re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 I can’t understand the half hearted approach of Ford India. If you want to make any impact better give it everything. Bring Automatic to all variants and also to Aspire and Freestyle. They are acting as if they have already big sales. If this is the attitude, people like me who already have 2 Ford cars will not come back when it’s time to change cars. What options do I have if I want to upgrade my Aspire? A decade old Ecosport! Where is the Seltos/Creta competitor? I know asking for Sedan is too much.
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GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 71,819 Thanked: 312,043 Times View My Garage	Re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 This is a nice little motor. A key advantage of the small triple-cylinder over the old Figo 1.5L AT will be its fuel economy. That is especially important to hatchback owners.
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samaspire Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Manipal / Udupi Posts: 1,658 Thanked: 5,405 Times	Re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 I have said this before and I'll say it again - The Figo needs an AT in all variants. Give people a choice and they will buy. If they can make a base model Figo AT for under 6.5 lakhs on road, then there's nothing like it. You'll get 2 airbags + ABS as standard anyway. And keep a slot for adding any 2DIN audio system. https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/india...ml#post4586690 (Scoop! Ford Figo facelift spotted. EDIT: Launched @ Rs. 5.15 lakhs)
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amitayu BHPian Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kolkata Posts: 427 Thanked: 530 Times	Re: Ford Figo 1.2L petrol to get a torque-converter AT in Aug '20 I understand the present Figo had one model with the 1.5 Lt petrol engine and auto transmission. This offering of the 1.2 Lt with auto transmission better have Android Auto & apple Car Play offered, or else this connectivity may prove to be chink in the armour for the new product line as almost all competition offer those today.
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