2015 Ford Endeavour spotted at ARAI

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Ford has been working on bringing in quite a few new models this year. They showcased the Figo Aspire a few months back and the sub-4 metre’s prelaunch campaign has now gone live with the launch in a month’s time. Meanwhile, their hatchback Figo has been spotted testing on several occasions as well. But the most recent one to create a buzz on the internet is its popular SUV Endeavour. 

Ford has been able to cash in on the SUV market well with the Endeavour but it has been a while since it's got an update. Moreover, as opposed to the SUVs sold in that price bracket today, the Endeavour feels outdated. The Endeavour has been spotted at the ARAI facility waited to be tested for safety norms and efficiency. 

Ford is expected to launch the Endeavour with two Diesel engine options. The 2.2-litre TDCi motor has been rated at 160PS and 385Nm. This engine will come mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The second 3.2-litre unit Duratorq motor that is expected to be seen on the higher end variants, will make 200PS and 470Nm. Power will be sent to all four wheels with the help of a 6-speed automatic transmission. 

Ford has launched the Endeavour earlier this year in Thailand in a price range of Rs 25 lakh, in India it is expected to be around the same. The 2016 Endeavour will directly compete against the SsangYong Rexton and the Toyota Fortuner.