Ford Territory

Overview

The Ford Territory is a C-Segment SUV that's already on sale in several Asian countries like China, Cambodia and the Philippines. In terms of dimensions, the Territory measures 4,580mm in length, 1,936mm in width, 1,674mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,716mm. To give you a perspective, it is 18mm shorter and 32mm lower than the Tata Harrier. It is, however, 42mm wider and its wheelbase is also 20mm longer than the Harrier. To sum up, the Territory in India is likely to sit above the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos in Philippines, and be a rival to the likes of the Harrier and MG Hector. The Ford Territory was launched in August of 2020 and serves as the brand's new compact crossover in its Philippine lineup of vehicles. It fits in between the Ecosport and the Explorer in the Blue Oval's crossover selection.

History

Henry Ford is the founder of the Ford Motor Company and is credited with creating the middle class in American society. He was among the first to implement a conveyor belt production system in the mass production of affordable cars. Ford Territory is an SUV produced by Ford Australia since 2004. Based on the EA169 platform which is also used by the 2002 Ford Falcon (BA). Available with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The AWD version is equipped with a Hill Descent Control system and an anti-lock braking system and then on August 14, 2020, the Ford Territory officially went on sale in the Philippines with two variants.

Price

in 2022, The price of the Ford Territory in the Philippines starts at ₱1,277,000 for the entry-level Trend 1.5 EcoBoost CVT, while the top-of-the-line Ford Territory Titanium+ 1.5 EcoBoost CVT is priced at ₱1,310,000

Exterior

Though the Ford Territory isn’t going to turn heads, nobody’s going to scoff at it either. For aesthetics alone, you are getting a very American-looking SUV. The overall dimensions are big and bulky, and the lines in the front and sides exude its American roots. The rear façade is especially noteworthy, showing that the fusion of East meets West can lead to a smartly styled product. 

The lamp

With good proportions and a distinctive SUV style, the Territory does look quite attractive. Its face is dominated by a black hexagonal grille, flanked by sleek LED headlights on either side. The front bumper is nicely contoured with LED fog lamps and DRLs placed on the inside. The side profile is relatively simple, but the stylish alloy wheels and floating roof effect really stand out. Territory probably looks best from the back. An upright tail with stylish wraparound taillights and a sturdy looking bumper give the Territory a purposeful look.

Dimension

When it comes to size, the Philippine-spec Ford Territory is 4,580mm in length, 1,936mm in width, and 1,674mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,716mm, and a ground clearance of 180mm. 

Wheel&Tyre

The Ford Territory has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 235x60 R17 for SUV in 2021 with a wheel size that spans from 17x7. 5 inches.

Interior

For its interior, the all-new Ford Territory offers a refined riding experience, thanks to classy touches such as perforated leather seat material, leather steering wheel with mounted controls, and leather-covered center console with dual-lid opening. The simulated wood look on the dashboard and door panels provide that touch of elegance on the Titanium+ grade, complementing the black synthetic leather and piano-key gloss on the center console. Though the overall design is a little bit busy, the style is contemporary and smart.

Dashboard

The dashboard design is conventional but looks simple and elegant. Instead, the center console gets a series of buttons and dials and looks pretty busy. And that's because the feature list is quite long. Some of the highlights include a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay, Android Auto, wireless phone charger, 10-inch fully digital instrument cluster, panoramic moonroof, 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat, heated and cooled front seats, lighting. surroundings, rain sensing wipers, puddle lights, and so on.

Space and Practicality

The cargo space in the Territory has a capacity of 420 liters with the rear seats facing up. More than a thousand liters are accessible when 60-40 seats are folded. A smart feature designed by Ford on this part of the car is the rear seat lock mechanism, so it doesn't fall when folded. 

Features

Safety features

The Ford Territory Titanium+ grade has six airbags spread around the vehicle cabin. Basic safety includes the usual ABS-EBD hill climb assist and traction control, among others. This vehicle is also perfect for young families who have kids riding booster seats, as it has ISOFIX tether. But that’s not all—Ford has also installed blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control with forwarding collision warning and autonomous emergency braking into the Territory. These driver assistance systems give it a leg up over many of its rivals.

Comfort features

This car offers a panoramic Moonroof, This allows natural light into the cabin at the push of a button. The feature can be accessed whether you sit in the front or in the second row and 360-Degree Around View Monitor, this gives visibility of the car’s immediate surroundings that can be utilized when driving at low speed or backing up. The 360-Degree Around View Monitor offers a safer and more convenient driving experience. besides that there is also a Blind Spot Information System. It alerts the driver when the vehicle is detected by the system — especially when it has fallen in its blind spot. The indicator light on the side mirror is on.

Infotainment features

Infotainment is handled by a 10-inch touchscreen with multi-view function and Apple Carplay-functionality. The display can also be used to adjust the air conditioner and access the 360-degree camera view, among a host of other functions. The versatility of the Territory’s touchscreen certainly gives the impression that this is not your run-of-the-mill Chinese SUV.

Powertrain performance

Engine

Propelling the Ford Territory for the Philippine market is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost inline-4 gasoline engine. At most, this engine can churn out 141 horsepower and 225 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a continously variable transmission (CVT). The 1.5L EcoBoost engine is paired with Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) optimized for urban driving to provide excellent balance of power, torque and fuel economy.

Riding & Control

For suspension, the Territory uses a MacPherson strut type front suspension and a Multi-link rear suspension. Braking is handled by discbrakes. Also standard on the Territory is an electronic parking brake system with an auto-hold function. Territory performs well for its class. The chassis is well made, and the engine is quite responsive. Just like other Ford vehicles, the steering is light, making quick turns and sharp turns easy. In addition, this crossover is very suitable for driving in the city because the motor only sends power to the front wheels. In terms of ride comfort, the Territory is one of the better engineered vehicles in its class capable of tackling bumps and potholes with ease.

Fuel consumption

The notable fuel consumption in the Ford Territory is 9.0L/100km in a mixture of road and city driving. in trials, the car was able to reach 10.2L/100km – better than the official 10.5L/100km figure in pure city driving for the AWD model.

The Territory’s styling was never ugly to begin with. The changes to the design have simply further refined it, making the already decent looking Territory better. The only issue is that the design is getting very long in the tooth; some people may have already thrown in the towel with the concept, especially considering how much the segment has grown since the Territory’s inception and Driving the Territory is like riding a bike. Once you’ve done it, you’ll never forget what it’s like. The reason the Territory was a runaway success in philipine was due to its sedan like handling and brilliant feel behind the wheel. so you can try to drive this car to accompany your trip