Lagos Training Institute Gets Ford Figo
Ford Motor Company has donated a new Ford Figo to CG-Eko LLP Training Institute, an agency of the Lagos State Government. The Ford Figo, internal code name B 562, isa sub compact hatchback manufactured by Ford India in its Chen na ia nd San and plants. Based on the Mark V European Ford Fiesta hatchback, the Figo has been sold in developing countries since March 2010. It was launched to the Indian market in March 2010, and by July 2010 there were 25,000 sales bookings across all variants. A facelifted model of the Figo was launched on October 15, 2012. This model has a larger hexagonal grill and redesigned head and tail lamps. It was released in South Africa in January 2013. Market variations
India
The Ford Figo is available in both petrol and diesel versions, all with five speed manual transmissions and power steering as standard. Both engines meet the BS-IV (Bharat Stage - IV) emission norms. The Figo diesel is equipped with the same 1.4L engine which is currently powering the Ford Ikon and Ford Fiesta and the Indian petrol version is equipped with a new 1.2L. The petrol variant gives a mileage of around 12.5 kmpl in the city while on the highway it offers around 15.5 kmpl. and the diesel returns a mileage of around 16 kmpl in the city while on the highway it delivers a mileage of 19 kmpl. The Figo is available 34 in a range of specifications including LXI, EXI, ZXI and Titanium. The Titanium adds alloy wheels, dual air bags and ABS. The Figo underwent a facelift in October 2012. The facelift had around 100 changes including some major cosmetic changes like new headlamps, new steering column mounted audio controls, new tail lamps, alloy wheels, new front bumper and a new seat fabric design. However, the car remains unchanged mechanically and uses the same 1.2 L Duratec petrol and 1.4 L Duratorq diesel engine. In February 2014 Ford added a wifi option to all models of the Figo range as part of an audio upgrade package, a first-in-class option. The Ford Fi go Concept for 2014 was showcased at the Auto Expo 2014, which has been incorporated into a Ford Time Machine, which gives auto enthusiasts an opportunity to ‘go back in time’ and take a 3D virtual reality tour of the Ford Pavilion.
Mexico
The Mexican Ikon Hatch is available only with a 1.6 L Duratec petrol engine producing 98 hp (73 kW; 98 hp) at 6500 rpm and torque of 142 N·m (105 lb·ft) at 4000 rpm.
Middle East
The Figo is available with a 1.4 Lpetrol engine with a manual gearbox ora 1.6 L with an automatic gear box. It is sold in Trend and Ambiente models.
South Africa
The South African petrol Figo is powered by a 1.4L producing 62 kW (84 PS; 83 bhp) at 6000rpm and torque of 127 N·m (13.0 kg·m) at 4000 and is available in Ambiente and Trend models. The 1.2L petrol is not available.