Ford Endeavour : Official Review

Turbanator · 12th June 2019, 14:51

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Originally Posted by rovingeye

I asked myself a different question - "Will I be okay to live with not having the Endeavour if Ford does abandon India?".

Absolutely. FORD is not going anywhere, and it's a global product. Since the time of facelift, it's doing even numbers whereas Fortuner is in Negative. It can be an excuse for some of the guys confused with Fortuner but someone who is sold out on the features/ looks and capabilities, there should not be any second thoughts due to this rumour at least.

Manuuj · 13th June 2019, 18:10

Ford is not about to go anywhere. The tie up with Mahindra is for their Electric vehicles as far as i understand. Mahindra has been continuously researching and developing electric vehicles and in this day and age of tie ups and shared models across competitors it makes sense that Ford and Mahindra would do the same.

It absolutely makes sense to plonk your hard earned cash on a 3.2 liter 4x4 Endeavor.

Trust me when i say this, because I did just that yesterday, the 12th of June, 2019.

Team BHP meet "Apache"... Apache meet Team BHP!

Turbanator · 13th June 2019, 18:19

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Originally Posted by Manuuj

It absolutely makes sense to plonk your hard earned cash on a 3.2 liter 4x4 Endeavor.

Congratulations!

Do consider changing tyres to something better and also that 17 inch spare to 18 inches.

Manuuj · 13th June 2019, 18:27

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Originally Posted by Turbanator

Congratulations!

Do consider changing tyres to something better and also that 17 inch spare to 18 inches.

Thank you Turbanator! Tyres were upgraded right after leaving the showroom.

Changed the stock MRF to Falken Wildpeak AT3WA in the same size 265/60/R18.

Have heard good things about these tyres and also seen some promising reviews on YouTube.

cool_dube · 13th June 2019, 21:11

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Originally Posted by Manuuj

Team BHP meet "Apache"... Apache meet Team BHP!

Many congratulations, Manuuj! Will stay tuned for your feedback on the Endeavour, which is loaded with electronic gizmos, after years of driving around in a much more "mechanical" truck!

krishsreedharan · 14th June 2019, 10:00

Congratulations Manuuj, on the acquisition of "Apache". Wish you tons of miles of happy motoring. Enjoy the truck

Vikram_agg · 14th June 2019, 15:47

Congratulations Sir, the truck looks fantastic.
I also found myself at a Ford showroom in the middle of the day yesterday, this was the first time that I was seeing the Endeavour from the inside. the cabin looks and feels quite premium and I found the door thud to be on par with my Q7 which I was driving yesterday.
The Endeavour, as so many users have mentioned here, is punching above it's weight and I was instantly comparing it with my Q7. That told me more than the sales person ever could.
I wanted to ask, are the tyres so bad that so many buyers change them instantly? People must be getting good deals for tyres in exchange, that's what I believe is happening.

Ace F355 · 15th June 2019, 15:04

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Originally Posted by Manuuj

Team BHP meet "Apache"... Apache meet Team BHP!

Formal Congratulations Manuuj. Finally, delivery after a long wait. Hope you have fun with Apache.

My experience with Falkens has been good so far on my Endeavour, they are silent on road (although only 7k kms on them so far) and have good grip levels on or off-road. Hope they serve you well too. Cheers and enjoy your new truck.

GKG4 · 15th June 2019, 15:51

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Originally Posted by Vikram_agg

I wanted to ask, are the tyres so bad that so many buyers change them instantly? People must be getting good deals for tyres in exchange, that's what I believe is happening.

Many of us are using Stock tyres without any problem.
It seems more like Trend we made on Team BHP to get tyres replaced without any actual issues.

Sheel · 15th June 2019, 21:29

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Originally Posted by GKG4

Many of us are using Stock tyres without any problem.
It seems more like Trend we made on Team BHP to get tyres replaced without any actual issues.

There is no problem with any tire.

Over the MRF and also Bridgestone, the rivals offer - (in 265/60 R18).
Better grip, wet or dry, aquaplaning resistance,
Better noise insulation,
A bit more cushioned ride,
Better off road prowess,
Better braking.

These are some differences which I can think of. Secondly, have you seen any Endeavour owner going back to those hard MRF's when the time comes for a change?

These points hold true for enthusiasts like us. You may feel some of these differences when you change these tires to something better.

And its not a trend or a fad, but those of us who know this beforehand, change it as hit/depreciation would be less. And that we can enjoy the vehicle's potential a bit more than what stock tires would allow to. All rubbers are not same.

Ithaca · 15th June 2019, 22:28

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Originally Posted by Manuuj

Team BHP meet "Apache"... Apache meet Team BHP!

Congratulations on your purchase of the Apache. Car looks smashing in that colour.
Kudos on changing the tyres as the first mod.
Enjoy your ownership and would love to read your ownership thread soon.

All the best and wishing you miles of awesome ownership.

4x4addict · 16th June 2019, 10:45

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Originally Posted by GKG4

Many of us are using Stock tyres without any problem.
It seems more like Trend we made on Team BHP to get tyres replaced without any actual issues.

Good observation. It helps give business for tyre shops at the owners expense. I always run my OE tyres to the ground before upgrading. Frankly you will not see any difference in running on your stock MRFs.

krishsreedharan · 17th June 2019, 10:18

My Endeavour "Thor" has done 38000 kms till date on the stock MRF Wanderers. I think I should be able to get at least about 45000 kms before I have to change.

I do take it offroad quite a bit on my work and so far, I have not felt the tyres searching for grip so badly that I would need to change them. I am making this statement from a practical perspective of daily use.

kams7ue · 17th June 2019, 22:32

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Originally Posted by kams7ue

Hi,

I am being offered a "Limited Edition" Ford Endeavour (2019 new spec) in Titanium spec (similar to 2.2 MT) but with 3.2L engine + Automatic 4x4 gearbox.

I am interested in this car because I don't like 'sunroof' and 'black roof of 3.2L'.

I was not aware if such option was possible? Did anybody else know about it?

Hey guys, I can confirm this car actually exists and is 2019 manufactured.
I am not sure why this is not formally announced or promoted.

I have checked out the car in person. Liked it hence booked it (white color). Will be delivered to me day after tomorrow.

vigneshkumar31 · 18th June 2019, 11:35

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Originally Posted by kams7ue

Hey guys, I can confirm this car actually exists and is 2019 manufactured.
I am not sure why this is not formally announced or promoted.

I have checked out the car in person. Liked it hence booked it (white color). Will be delivered to me day after tomorrow.

So the limited edition swaps features for mechanicals ? What's the price difference between the 2.2 and the limited ?

13th June 2019, 18:10	#3947
Manuuj BHPian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New Delhi. Posts: 896 Thanked: 6,468 Times	Re: Ford Endeavour : Official Review Ford is not about to go anywhere. The tie up with Mahindra is for their Electric vehicles as far as i understand. Mahindra has been continuously researching and developing electric vehicles and in this day and age of tie ups and shared models across competitors it makes sense that Ford and Mahindra would do the same. It absolutely makes sense to plonk your hard earned cash on a 3.2 liter 4x4 Endeavor. Trust me when i say this, because I did just that yesterday, the 12th of June, 2019. Team BHP meet "Apache"... Apache meet Team BHP! Attached Thumbnails Last edited by Manuuj : 13th June 2019 at 18:16.
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krishsreedharan BHPian Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 238 Thanked: 1,078 Times	Re: Ford Endeavour : Official Review Congratulations Manuuj, on the acquisition of "Apache". Wish you tons of miles of happy motoring. Enjoy the truck
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14th June 2019, 15:47	#3952
Vikram_agg BHPian Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Noida Posts: 70 Thanked: 102 Times	Re: Ford Endeavour : Official Review Congratulations Sir, the truck looks fantastic. I also found myself at a Ford showroom in the middle of the day yesterday, this was the first time that I was seeing the Endeavour from the inside. the cabin looks and feels quite premium and I found the door thud to be on par with my Q7 which I was driving yesterday. The Endeavour, as so many users have mentioned here, is punching above it's weight and I was instantly comparing it with my Q7. That told me more than the sales person ever could. I wanted to ask, are the tyres so bad that so many buyers change them instantly? People must be getting good deals for tyres in exchange, that's what I believe is happening.
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17th June 2019, 10:18	#3958
krishsreedharan BHPian Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 238 Thanked: 1,078 Times	Re: Ford Endeavour : Official Review My Endeavour "Thor" has done 38000 kms till date on the stock MRF Wanderers. I think I should be able to get at least about 45000 kms before I have to change. I do take it offroad quite a bit on my work and so far, I have not felt the tyres searching for grip so badly that I would need to change them. I am making this statement from a practical perspective of daily use.
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