The Freestyle is a good mix of Ford’s Figo & Ecosport models
The Freestyle is Ford’s latest global product offering. In fact India will be amongst the first countries across the globe where the car will go on sale in the next few days. With the Freestyle Ford says it is trying to address the growing consumers demand for SUV-like vehicles. Such vehicles are being preferred owing to their commanding seating position and better ground clearance to tackle congested urban environment. In fact the company has given the Freestyle a new category called the Compact utility vehicle. And there wasn’t a more ideal getaway than the splendid Sambhar Salt flats in Rajasthan to understand what Ford has tried to do with the Freestyle. looks and is there to feel when the car is moving as well. The steering gives great feedback and makes the drive experience even better. The tuning on the electric power steering just feels right. By ensuring a wider track, Ford has managed to retain the impressive handling bits despite a raised ground clearance of 190 mm. And changes in the suspension setup have certainly worked wonders when it comes to ride quality. And then is safety for which Ford cars have always been very popular. The top variants of the Freestyle will get as many as 6 airbags and ABS will be standard across all variants. Active Rollover prevention is a great tool in negating body roll emerging out of difficult driving situations.
By ensuring a wider track, Ford has managed to retain the impressive handling bits despite a raised ground clearance of 190mm. And changes in the suspension setup have certainly worked wonders...