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Gives you 70% thrills of the Volkswagen GTI at 30% the cost
The Ford Figo diesel has been a practical and exciting companion all this while and whenever I drove it, it rewarded me with its performance and driving dynamics. There is far too much going for this car, right from the level of equipment on board to the ride and handling balance which is great, the only gripe in the driving experience being the front under bumper flap which would touch when exiting mall parkings. The other smaller issues can be self addressed, like slapping better and wider rubber would make this car better to accelerate, corner and brake, that’s what makes me look forward to the Figo S. That said, this long term stinct with the Figo diesel has made me realise that you can have your cake and eat it too.
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Night out with friends means something like this!
What’s Cool
* The diesel engine – fast, fun, frugal
* Good ride and handling balance, loves to corner hard
* Compact dimensions make it easy in congested streets, easy to park too
* Rich feel steering is also light at low speeds for easy manoeuvrability
* Ford’s cost of upkeep is among the lowest in the segment
What’s Not So Cool
* Stock tyres don’t do justice to the powertrain
* Cluttered infotainment has unnecessary buttons
* Light build makes you miss the first generation Figo
* Some equipment missing like keyless go, push button start, reverse camera
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Everybody at MotorBeam wanted to grab the keys of this pocket rocket
Testers’ Note:
“If I had to buy a car under Rs. 10 lakhs today, it would without a doubt be this. A black coloured Figo diesel with aftermarket 15-inch rims and tyres, what else does one need, the Figo has it all. It’s fast, fun, equipped with a lot of features and is practical too. Yes, it could be more solidly built like its predecessor but for the price, the star really is that 100 PS oil burner which is enough to seal the deal.” – Faisal Khan, Editor, MotorBeam.
“100 PS, 215 Nm, sharp handling and supple suspension in a hatchback is a perfect recipe for fun. The Ford Figo according to me is the most fun to drive car under Rs. 10 lakhs. The diesel powered hatch just pulls relentlessly and handling triple digit speeds is child’s play for the Figo. I wish it had a proper touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and the likes. Otherwise, the Figo is a perfect hatch to drive both in the city and out on the highway.” – Aariz Rizvi, Assitant Editor, MotorBeam.
“The Figo is compact in size and comes packed with a powerful and grunty engine. The driving position takes some time getting used to and the car is set rather low. The interiors feel pretty basic and quality isn’t as good as older Fords. However, the hatchback is a hoot to drive and is a fun handler too. The ride quality is soft and you can’t really go too fast over potholes. The car feels lightweight and I loved chucking it around corners. I wish the car came with grippier tyres though.” – Parth Gohil, Senior Road Tester, MotorBeam.
“The Ford Figo packs a real punch with its strong low-end grunt that extends itself into the mid-range, topped by that responsive throttle, this car pulls like a beast. The chassis isn’t as responsive though with the car suffering from a tad bit of body roll. Speaking of suspension, it’s been set rather low and soft, making this car a little more tedious over bumps and potholes. It’s a great car that just lacks that little bit of extra spit and polish.” – Gavin Rodrigues, Correspondent, MotorBeam.
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I will miss the Figo a lot although its sibling has arrived in our fleet
Further Reading –
Ford Figo Long Term Review – First Report
Ford Figo Review
Ford Figo vs Maruti Swift vs Hyundai Grand i10 vs Tata Bolt – Comparison Video
Ford Figo vs Maruti Swift vs Hyundai Grand i10 vs Tata Bolt – Shootout
Ford Figo DCT vs Honda Jazz CVT vs Volkswagen Polo GT TSI – Shootout
