Ford Boosts SUV Portfolio in the Philippines with All-New Ford Territory, Introductory Pricing Starts at PHP1.179 million with Free 3-Year Scheduled Service Plan
Ford Philippines launched today the all-new Ford Territory, a Ford-engineered and designed SUV which combines a sleek and stylish look, impressive performance, and smart and safe technologies that will offer a new driving experience to young professionals and starting families.
Developed by Ford Motor Company and its joint venture partner Jiangling Motors Corporation, the Ford Territory brings to life the Ford DNA in its design, engineering, and capability, following Ford's highest global quality standards.
"The Ford Territory will boost our growing SUV lineup as a new product born out of Ford's long-standing heritage and expertise in the utility segment," says PK Umashankar, president and managing director, Ford Philippines. "We are confident that the Ford Territory will offer a new driving experience to Filipino customers as a modern, spacious, and technologically-advanced SUV that delivers great value."
Ford Philippines is offering the Ford Territory in Titanium+ and Trend variants, with a host of features and driver-assist technologies standard in both variants.
Ford DNA
Ford was deeply involved, through its Ford Design Studio in Melbourne, Australia, in the development of the Ford Territory's contemporary appearance and look. The Ford DNA is evident in the exterior and interior, following the same design principles of Ford SUVs.
The Ford Territory has also been rigorously tested in its ride, handling and NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) levels at Ford’s testing centers in Nanjing, China, and at the Geelong Proving Grounds in Melbourne, Australia to ensure it meets Ford's stringent engineering and quality standards. These tests also gave the Ford Territory a finely-tuned Ford suspension, which is set for exceptional ride comfort and refinement.
Meanwhile, the Ford Territory's engine was closely designed with Ford engineers in Europe to further develop the EcoBoost concept, giving it great power and efficiency, along with lower maintenance requirements and costs.
Proven Performance
Powering the Ford Territory is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine mated to a CVT transmission with Sport mode that delivers 141hp (143PS) and 225NM of torque, balancing power and fuel efficiency. With this powertrain, customers can enjoy lower service maintenance costs with a once-a-year scheduled service interval for a better ownership experience.
Functional Design, Inside Out
The Ford Territory boasts of an urban-ready design that easily stands out on the road. Standard across both variants are LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, LED tail lamps, auto on/off headlamps with follow-me-home feature, front and rear fog lamps, panoramic moonroof, rear spoiler, and roof rails.
Inside, the Ford Territory offers a premium and refined experience with perforated leather seat material, Smart Keyless Entry with Push Button Start, leather steering wheel with mounted controls, power door lock with central locking, speed-sensing door locks, rearview mirror with auto-dimming and high-mount USB port, a leather-covered center console with dual-lid opening, sunglass holder, seven cup and bottle holders, and 12-volt power outlet that come standard in both variants.
Exclusive on the Titanium+ variant are 18-inch alloy wheels, gloss black with chrome inserts on the front grille, rain-sensing front windshield wipers, power-folding mirrors, puddle lamps, and chrome exterior door handles.
Its interior, on the other hand, features heated and cooled front seats, a 10-inch fully-digital display instrument cluster with three selectable themes (Normal, Sport, and Fashion), tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment, power windows with one-touch up/down function on all windows, as well as ambient lighting with seven color options that complement every mood.
Smart and Safe Technologies
The Ford Territory is equipped with a selection of smart features that elevate the experience behind the wheel. Standard for both variants are the in-vehicle infotainment display powered by a 10-inch touchscreen with an adjustable quad view, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility, four USB ports, and multiple speakers (eight for the Titanium+ variant and six for the Trend variant). Wireless charging comes exclusive to the Titanium+ variant.
Ford's newest SUV also offers maximum safety for both drivers and passengers with the Ford Co-Pilot360, a suite of driver-assist technologies available in the Titanium+ variant that include Active Park Assist with parallel-parking and the segment-first perpendicular parking, 360 Degree Around View Monitor, Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Collision Warning, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Information System and Lane Departure Warning.
Availability and Pricing
It will be available in Ford dealerships nationwide beginning August 14, 2020, at an introductory retail price of PHP1.179 million for the Trend variant and PHP1.299 million for the Titanium+ variant.
As a launch offer, all customers purchasing the Ford Territory from August 14 to September 15, 2020, will get a free three-year scheduled service plan (SSP) for a worry-free ownership experience.
Asked why Ford Philippines chose the Territory over a more familiar nameplate like the Escape, which is also manufactured in China, no solid answer was given to Verified-PH.com by Ford Philippines' Marketing Director Ryan Lorenzo though we surmise that since the Territory is being pushed as one of the American carmaker's global models, it became the default choice.
Lorenzo also debunked our initial guess that the Territory will replace the Ecosport as he clarified that both models will be sold alongside each other at showrooms, with the former slotted right above the latter, despite the PHP11,000 difference between the two models.
As for other powertrain choices like a mild hybrid or a plug-in hybrid, which are offered in the Territory's home market of China, Lorenzo said that if there's a demand for it locally, Ford Philliines could bring them in.
To know more about the all-new Ford Territory, visit www.ford.com.ph/suvs/territory or a Ford dealership nearest you.
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