The second-generation Ford Figo has been around for almost six years now and a major update is overdue. Bit for now Ford is focusing on expanding its range, starting with the new automatic variant. So the Figo 1.2 petrol Automatic has finally been launched at a starting price of Rs. 7.75 lakh, (Ex-Showroom). Though it's quite late to the party, it comes with a proper segment-first torque converter automatic gearbox which gives it an edge over its AMT rivals. Here are the top 5 highlights.
Also Read: Ford Figo 1.2 Automatic Petrol Review
The Ford Figo looks underrated compared to its rivals.
The new Figo looks a bit dated. Yes! It continues with the underrated design and looks bland beside its rivals and features like LED DRLS, projector headlights and subtle chrome detailing would have broken the monotony to a certain extent.
The cabin doesn't wow you in styling terms, but is well executed and feature loaded.
Even the cabin doesn't wow you in terms of styling. But it's simple, well executed and ergonomic. A bigger touchscreen unit, rear air-con vents and centre armrest would have been nice additions on the Figo and would a gone a long way uplifting its appeal.
The Figo AT gets features like - rain-sensing wipers, electrochromic IRVM, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, equipped with the company's connectivity solution FordPass.
On the creature comforts front, it is quite evenly matched to the Swift with stuff like a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto climate control, auto headlamps, rain sensing wipers, app based Ford Pass connected car tech and even gets an auto-dimming inner rear view mirror.
The Ford Figo offers segment best safety features.
It does score big on the safety front. The Figo offers side and curtain airbags as well along with dual front airbags and that's something all its rivals miss on. Electronic Stability Program, Traction Control and Hill Hold Assist are also offered only on the Figo.
The switch use to change gears on the select shift shifter may take a bit getting used to.
The same six-speed torque converter unit we have seen in the Ecosport 1.5 Petrol, and now comes mated to the 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol motor in the Figo. The 1.2 motor delivers class-leading power figures of 94 bhp and 119 Nm of peak torque.
