Ford Figo Facelift to launch by March 2019
Reportedly on the outside, the Figo data-face lift will get new front and rear bumpers, tweaked headlights, a new design for the alloy wheels and a honeycomb front grille, similar to the one seen on the Freestyle cross-hatch and refreshed Aspire compact sedan. The cabin too, will be similar to the new Aspire’s. The new Figo is expected to get Ford’s Sync3 infotainment system with a floating touch screen and Apple Car Play and Android Auto compatibility. In addition, the Figo data-face lift is likely to get new upholstery for the interior, an automatic climate control system and steering-mounted controls.
In terms of safety kit, the refreshed Figo is expected to get dual airbags, ABS with EBD, brake assist and hill-start assist. Also, to comply with the safety norms that come into effect on July 1, 2019, Ford will equip the new Figo with a speed alert system, seat belt reminders and rear parking sensors throughout the range.
The new Figo will share its power trains with the Aspire. There’s a new 1.2-litre petrol engine from Ford’s Dragon series of engines that puts out 96hp and 120Nm of torque and the tried-and-tested 100hp/215Nm, 1.5-litre diesel mill. Both these engines will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Additionally, a new 123hp/150Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine is also expected to be on offer and will come coupled with a 6 speed torque converter automatic gearbox only.