Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Titanium

Ford India added another star in its portfolio with Ford Classic Titanium. Just like previous models, this sedan is also available in both petrol and diesel engine options. The Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium is the diesel variant of the freshly launched Ford Classic. With such a sky rocketing demand for diesel cars, this variant has everything that one would wish to see in his or her diesel sedan. From nice performing engine to aristocratic interiors and classy exteriors, it has everything.  Under the hood, the impressive 1.4 Duratorq diesel engine keeps the ability to deliver high power and torque, while the five-speed manual transmission coupled with it take the performance to a much higher level. What makes Ford Classic Titanium much more posh and premium is its features. The firm has added on nine class leading features that make the sedan worth every penny spent on it. Even the exteriors have been enhanced and been made chic and stylish at the same time. But, the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium will also have to face some tough competition in the Indian car market. Big champions like Maruti swift Dzire, Mahindra Verito and Toyota Etios are present to make the battle more interesting and tough for Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium.

Exteriors

Just at a single glance, the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium keeps the ability to lure you towards it. From every angle, the sedan has been crafted with utmost care and has been made the one to die for. On the front, you would see the elegant body colored bumper accompanied by new black grille that add on to the contemporary side of the car. The headlights are attractive, which are well complimented by the simple yet strong side profile of the car. The new alloy wheels fitted in the bold wheel arches provide the car a good stance and better driving and handling dynamics. You would also notice the stylish body colored ORVMs that give the sedan a new and much appealing look. Finally the rear end of new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium is no less and features striking tail lamps with high pitched bumper and high mounted stop lamp.

Interiors

The interiors of the freshly launched new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Titanium are pretty impressive and notable. Ford India has worked hard on the sedan and blessed the sedan with numerous high class and technologically advanced features. Starting from the front cabin, the sedan comes with; the stereo system well-equipped with Bluetooth smartly amalgamates the ease of connectivity along with the safety with the hands free option. The classic beige interiors provide the interiors with a light, airy and refreshed feeling, which also takes up the luxury graph higher. The ample of legroom and headroom along with plenty of storage space also make the interiors of the sedan better and sophisticated.

Engine and Performance

The engine and performance of the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Titanium is remarkable. With the rising demand for the diesel cars, Ford India has blessed this variant with 1.4 litre of Duratorq 8 valve 1399cc of diesel engine . This engine comfortably delivers a good power output of 66bhp at the rate of 4000rpm along with 160Nm of maximum torque at the rate of 2000 rpm. Ford India has left no stone unturned and made this variant of Classic a true performer. The engine here has been coupled with five speed manual transmission, which helps the car in delivering a whopping mileage of 32.28kmpl. The mileage of the car surely takes away the entire cake here. As far as the acceleration and pickup of the sedan is concerned, the car catches up the top speed of 158 kmph and consumes just 17.7 seconds from 0 to 100 kmph.

Braking and handling

The braking and handling of the freshly launched Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium is impressive. The braking system here comprise of ventilated disc brakes, while the rear part has self adjusting drums brakes that provides a good control over the vehicle. The alloy wheels fitted in the wheel arches enhances the overall handling dynamics of the car.  Furthermore, the car also comes with anti lock braking system with electronic brake force distribution system that makes the handling and braking department of the car top class.

Safety and features

The safety features of Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Titanium are quite good and impressive. The dual SRS airbags for the driver and front co-passenger amplifies the safety of the passengers, while the ABS with EBD gives proper control to the driver. The drive away locks have also been provided in the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium. These give some added level of safety to the passengers. This feature locks away the doors automatically when the car starts gaining speed. Apart from these features, the sedan also has seat belts for extra safety.

Comfort features

The comfort in the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Titanium is top class.  The car sports the effective and efficient air conditioning system, a stereo system equipped with Bluetooth that mixes the connectivity convenience and safety by providing hand free option. the speed sensing volume controls make sure that you don’t have to adjust the sound of the music every now and then. the huge luggage storage space, ample of legroom and headroom, clean and stylish dashboard, power steering, power windows, smooth gearbox, high class fabric upholstery further make the comfort of the new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium perfect and top class. As compared to its competitors, the sedan has been blessed with a number of extra features like this, which are absent in them.

Pros 

Overall, the fresh and new Ford Classic 1.4 Duratorq Diesel Titanium is a great car. The main highlight here is its mileage (32.28kmpl), while the looks and interiors don’t let one down.

Cons 

Simpler exteriors as compared to the competition in the market.