Ford Figo Aspire – User’s Asked Questions

1 On which date, Ford Figo Aspire was launched in India?

Ford India has launched Figo Aspire compact sedan on August, 12th 2015 in Indian Market which is based on 3^rd GEN Figo hatchback and it is also the first car to be rolled out from Ford’s new Sanand facility in Gujarat.

Ford has now launched the Aspire Sports Edition in India with cosmetic changes and retuned suspension setup.

2. What is the body type of Ford Figo Aspire?

The body type of Ford Figo Aspire is compact sedan. The compact sedan is vehicle which is less than 4m or 4000mm.

3. What about Ford Figo Aspire transmission; just gets a manual or an auto gearbox is available too?

Ford Figo Aspire is available with both manual and automatic transmission. The petrol and diesel variant comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox while the powerful 1.5l Ti-VCT petrol is available with a 6-speed dual clutch automatic transmission.

4. How many color options Ford Figo Aspire get?

Ford is offering Figo Aspire compact sedan in seven different colors which are Ruby Red, Oxford white, Sparkling gold, deep impact blue, Smoke grey, Ingot Silver and Tuxedo black. We expect Oxford white and Ruby Red to be the bestseller of the lot and company is also giving an option of Solid and metallic color.

5. Ford Figo Aspire is available only in petrol or in diesel as well?

Yes, Ford Figo Aspire is available with both fuels units – diesel and petrol.

6. What are Ford Figo Aspire engine details?

7. What price range does Ford Figo Aspire carry?

8. What is the on-road price of Ford Figo Aspire?

9. What is the ground clearance of Ford Figo Aspire?

Ford Figo Aspire has 174 mm of ground clearance.

10. What is Ford Figo Aspire tyres size?

11. Which suspension system Ford Figo Aspire is coupled with?

Ford Figo Aspire has been equipped with an Independent McPherson Strut with coil spring and anti-roll bar system in the front wheels while the rear wheels of this c segment sedan is equipped with Semi Independent Twist Beam with twin gas and oil filled shock absorbers.

12. Ford Figo Aspire’s mileage figures on the grounds of ARAI-certified, highway and city roads?

The mileage of your car depends on multiple factors like road condition, driving style, maintenance of the car.

13. What is the top speed and acceleration of Ford Figo Aspire?

Ford Figo Aspire petrol version can achieve a top speed of 150kmph while sprinting from a standstill to 100km mark in just 14 seconds, whereas the variant with an automatic transmission can do the same sprint in 12 seconds while offering 160km/hr as top speed.

The diesel versions of Figo Aspire can perform 0-100km sprint in 11.5 seconds with the top speed of 165kmph.

14. Inform about the general safety features available in Ford Figo Aspire.

Ford Figo Aspire has plenty no. of first in segment safety features which make it one of the safest vehicles in its segment. It comes equipped with six airbags (dual front, side and curtain), ABS (Anti-lock braking system) with EBD (Electrically Brake force Distribution), and front fog lamps.

The passive safety features includes ESP (electronic stability program), TCS (traction control system), HLA (hill launch assist), front and rear three point seatbelts, keyless entry, door and seat belt warning. The car also comes with features like perimeter alarm, emergency assistance and engine immobilizer. Ford is offering dual front airbags as standard across all variants of Aspire.

15. Cruise control is available or not?

No, Cruise control is not available in Ford Figo Aspire.

16. Can I get the brief listing of common & unique interior features of Ford Figo Aspire?

Ford Figo Aspire comes with some break through features like 4.2inch display screen with Ford’s SYNC App link and voice command, MYFORD Dock which allows you to hold and charge your Smartphone along with song play and satellite navigation. The compact sedan get dual black-beige finish dashboard with piano black touch across the cabin which is well complimented by leather seat upholstery (first in segment).

It also boasts automatic climate control for the top variants and manual for the others which is said to be one of best in the segment, MFD unit with various display gauges like low fuel, gear shift indicator, door ajar warning etc. The car is equipped with auto door lock function, power windows, electric boot release, power adjustable and foldable ORVMs, audio system with USB, bluetooth, Aux-in connectivity and four speakers, rear centre armrest and 12V front power socket. All these features make it one of feature rich compact sedan in its segment.

17. What is the boot size of Ford Figo Aspire is?

Ford Figo Aspire has a boot space of 359 liters.

18. Is Ford Figo Aspire a five-seater or seven-seater?

Ford Figo Aspire has a five-seater compact sedan.

19. Which are the other alternatives of Ford Figo Aspire in car market?

In Indian car market, Ford Figo Aspire competes in C-segment category which is filled with formidable competitors like Honda Amaze, Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire and Hyundai Xcent.

20. What is Ford Figo Aspire estimated maintenance/ repair cost?

Sandeep Singh