The 2015 Ford Figo sedan and hatchback, both manufactured and exported from Sanand, India, have been launched in South Africa. Set to be launched in 50 global markets, South Africa is amongst the first one’s to receive India-made Figo twins. While the 2015 Ford Figo hatchback is priced from ZAR 158,900 – ZAR 203,900 (INR 7.7 lakhs – INR 9.9 lakhs), the Ford Figo sedan is priced from ZAR 160,900 – ZAR 205,900 (INR 7.84 lakhs – INR 10.04 lakhs).
However, the Figo sedan launched in SA is not to be confused with the Figo Aspire, as the boys across the ocean get the full-sized sedan, unlike the sub-4 meter long Aspire we get. Offered in three trim levels of Ambient, Trend and Titanium, the Ford Figo hatchback and sedan are familiarly styled, and feature swept back headlamps, the Aston Martin like trapezoidal grille, a raked bonnet, and elongated headlamps.
The full-sized Figo sedan offers 445 liters of boot space, as compared to the Aspire’s 359 litres. The hatchback is offered with 60/40 split rear seats. Features on the new Ford Figo sedan and hatchback include the MyFord Dock (Ambient and Trend), voice-activated SYNC infotainment system with support for Bluetooth, USB and Aux-in, power-folding ORVMs, automatic climate control, Ford’s intelligent MyKey, leather seats etc.
Engine options for South Africa include the familiar 1.5 liter Ti-VCT petrol engine, good for 112 PS of power and 136 Nm of torque, along with the new 1.5 liter TDCi engine producing 100 PS of power and 215 Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed dual clutch automatic, the latter exclusive to the Figo hatchback and the petrol engine. Sales of 2015 Ford Figo hatchback and sedan in South Africa commence from mid October 2015.
