2021 Ford Figo automatic review - AT your service | First Drive | Autocar India

The Ford Figo automatic is back on sale albeit with a new engine-gearbox combination. Saumil Shah tells you why you should be interested in one.
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[@autocarindia1]

Error! The engine graphic incorrectly reads '999cc, 3 cyls, turbo-petrol'. The correct text is '1194cc, 3 cyls, petrol'. Apologies for this.

[@taranshupattnaiktp3335]

Figo is way better than unsafe cars like Nios and Swift....

[@kalpkumudkumar8163]

Ford is Emotion .... a true auto gearbox under 8 Lakh ---- Figo AT

[@Kushal-xs3qo]

Best value for money car in its segment, I own 2019 Aspire diesel, it's performance is way better than any of its segment, I just love it

[@vijayendrakumar7347]

Just bring Automatic in Diesel also in your all products which will eventually increase the sale of Ford India. 👍👍👍👍

[@SharmanDSouza7]

Ford messed up their game by not launching new products and removing features and increasing the prices!😭

[@itssvikkram]

Sad to see that ppl r still valuing android auto more than ESC and TCS

[@sudhi783]

Dont know why people are all gaga over android auto and apple car play, we barely use it while driving, this car has enough system's to pair your mobile.The main thing is when are in an accident air bags and build quality wil save you not the gimmicks. 🙋‍♂️

[@anveshpoleboina]

Ford has to put a full stop to all the speculations about them leaving India!

[@bittughosh6749]

What has suddenly happened to the pricing of these hatchbacks? 7.5L translates to almost 9L on-road. Even the swift and i10 are similar. Absolutely crazy.

[@adityanrvarier7406]

Even sub4m compact suv's which are actually premium hatchback with high ground clearence costs now about 15 lkhs..

[@hakeeum]

Inflation and decreasing value of INR

[@whiterose5083]

people are still buying

[@saumilshah4085]

It is crazy!

[@sundaramdhari]

I hope Ford brings more amazing cars in India as well as the next generations.

[@autotuneindia6712]

Indian consumers should focus more on safety,handling and ride comfort..Ford is always there to provide you all of these with power packed engine over the other rivals.. Happy Riding 🎉.

[@brendandbrass1161]

Ford can easily be the number 2 best seller in India if they wanted after Maruti. I

[@parth2220]

I hope that Ford doesn't go from India.

[@vishal_dua]

I don’t think this gonna do something for their sales. They should clear the rumours first. No one is going to buy a car with company ready to move anytime.😅

[@anandiyer8655]

AMT is definitely more fuel efficient and a 3 cylinder unit just gets noisier as days pass. Sportier driving dynamics is always spot on with Ford, but build quality is definitely taken its toll as compared to 1st gen.

[@daddygoesgym]

Proud owner of 2016 Figo Diesel. It's one of the best cars in this segment.

[@azharyete1245]

I don't think Ford would have launched an automatic now if they are planning to wind up operations from India by year end..Hopefully they find someone for a JV soon..Sad to see this car selling in single and double digits it deserves much more homes...hopefully Ford launches the next generation of its cars soon without compromising on the fun to drive nature of its cars which Ms has done with the swift and others...

[@theindianpistonhead7459]

Ford Fanboy for life ❤️❤️

[@vijayanandhalli9712]

Launched on 22/7/21, booked on 24/7/21.Your review helped. Great value for money car. Torque converter at the given price is great. Awaiting delivery in three weeks time. Thanks.

[@vinothbalakrishnan4385]

I think comparing a figo with i10 is unfair You should compare it with i20

[@Abhishekverma-mi3eb]

One of the best car from ford

[@vijayam1]

What a legendary car, this! We Indians should start recognizing excellent cars with great dynamics and fun to drive, rather than run of the mill people movers!

[@bikramnegi1984]

Only polo comfort line n highline at competete with figo. Toys like swift n nios stand nowhere.

[@Renu007Kumar]

The only question I have in my mind is the success of the first gen Figo and the failure of the successors. The new Figo is the BEST looking in the segment too

[@shivvashishthabhargava4600]

Tips for Ford India. 1. A Press Release please? About your future in India? 2. This car would've been a winner with a turbo. Everyone can see. 96HP/119Nm could've been 126hp/180Nm. Ahh. A small VGT. Ford.... 3. Why is the company not broadening it's portfolio in India with some superb Eco-Boost engines? 4. Sad to see people want In Car Entertainment over ESC, TCS? Seriously?? 5. Honda and Ford are two companies I've always respected. Come on Ford India. 6. Diesel Automatics. Sales? Survival? I've driven an Ikon, an Escort, the iconic 3.2L Endeavour and your 123HP EcoSport. Come on guys. Love your build quality and driver appeal. Time for a pep up?

[@leniad4938]

Ford is irreplacable. Car needs heart not ghimmicks

[@shroffofficial9916]

Ford 💥💥💥

[@lakshmanamurthi437]

Best car for city commuters. People should atleast test this car before going to Swift, nios or Tiago. Its the most value for money car in the hatch segment which offers good safety and driving dynamics. Android auto or apple car play will not safe you meet accidents. Ford will definitely bring these features down the line.

[@hdkloh6857]

Next time pls ask to Ford Management that why they are removing some features silently esp their iconic Sync 3

[@shobhitsrivastava4950]

Perfect automatic car in its segment 👌

[@reyz007]

Finally ford is giving an auto, hope tata follows

[@arindambasu9850]

Ford make sure you stay back in india. An Ecosport user and your cars are so much fun to drive and we'll built. Our market needs solid products like yours , just make sure you introduce relevant models and you will do fine. 👍

[@harishankarmt6041]

How about FREESTYLE , whether is it available in AUTOMATIC sir

[@divijjoshi1]

If Ford just gives Android Auto and LED headlights then it would have been a good package !!!

[@1486karan]

So many ford lovers including. Finding no reason to hate ford except features. Surprised looking at its numbers

[@arunvelayudhan7105]

Saumil, I appreciate the crip review. Well done!

[@saumilshah4085]

Thank you. Glad you liked it :)

[@mikerock9207]

I wonder where from u get such nice and traffic free roads. 😁😁

[@callrathna]

Great auto car, the one I was waiting for...

[@raghavkotabagi9917]

The Figo not being available with Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity is gonna a deal breaker for potential buyers. Otherwise, the car still comes across as a great product.

[@jaswanthreddy8088]

We need this AMT in freestyle too

[@sbiibps8266]

Swift AMT and Nios AMT doesn't stand chance against Figo AT, since AT Torque Converter is far more better than any AMT.

[@paulm.k.8740]

Good. But what about a TC automatic 1.5 diesel with 0-100 kmph under 12 seconds? Is Ford thinking on those lines?

[@sushratsingh2733]

great content.

[@harryronal7651]

You are really rocking broooooo

[@Don_Mitchell]

Wonder when will Ford update the ancient MID? So much in contrast with that beautiful touch screen and centre console.

[@Anjuraj]

This feels like last Ford Product in India to clear up their inventory.. may be .. some more facelifts of ecosport.

[@amit.shrimali]

Well being an owner of 1.5 TDCi figo i can say that nothing comes closer to it's performance and handling. The way it accelerates gives you such a powerful feeling and grin on face. However ford has made toooo many compromises with this car. The plastic quality of interior is very poor and even after using very carefully rattles cripple in on unsmooth roads. The road noise inside cabin is noticeable high The plastic door panels are so thin they make crackling noise when you press your arm hard on hand rest Inspite of having double rubber lining between doors and body frame, all the water sips in when car is washed and during rainy season its all mess at door opening There's no reassuring thud when you close the door, its a very hollow sound The battery cage is horribly designed allowing no drainage of water, when I replaced battery it was all rotten mossy mud under the battery. I wish it had the solid build quality what Ford has been known for. A fantastic car let down by poor build quality inside out 🙁😕😕

[@amtsh2755]

Nice one best in class torque converter good competitor. Expecting Torque Converter in Freestyle Diesel with Cruise Control. Its must for me. Waiting

[@capt.shamnadm.a9667]

Waiting for Figo Diesel Automatic

[@heritageexplorer9013]

Amazing 👏🙀

[@samridhtiwari8044]

Figo got 3 stars because of missing equipments like isofix, pre tensioners, etc. Thats why other model got 4 stars before

[@callrathna]

And the autocar reviews the proper auto car, in this hatchback segment . 😂

[@mayflame]

Hope more automatic in all models

[@vikas261196]

6 speed torque converter , Ford handling and build quality.. what more do you want at this price and moreover you want to compare it with tin can swift and nios

[@ravishankars6707]

Ford seemed to have forgotten that engines > 1.2 in petrol don’t qualify for tax subsidy ! After all these years they don’t yet have a cost effective 1.2 turbo engine yet..

[@nikhilpinapala9745]

Hi good work autocar india

[@carloversworld6264]

We don't know why this nice car sales very low... Ford has to build up some strategy to cover Indian market...

[@parthadas9078]

Any updates on Aspire???

[@abhishekparab7786]

Ford should equip the car with led lights apple and android car play in terms of ride quality it is better than Swift and I 10 Nios

[@pranjalkelkar]

Please convey ford figo owners or future buyer advice please provide Projector Headlamps & Android auto , Apple car play as competitors. These are outer changes & no doubt performance of Figo at par than other Hatchbacks but considering competition these are must.

[@sohilbaria6120]

I had been waiting for ages for Ford to come up with this

[@shouryalahiri7077]

Are you sure about the 0-100 timings? 15.99 secs? That is like forever!

[@prajitsengupta9851]

Why do you need features which you rarely use ? Figo is far better car mechanically and safety wise than Swift and Nios. Customers should give priority in key areas rather than gimmicks and value less features.

[@ravishankars6707]

What Ford needs is a cost effective turbo 1.2 petrol mated to the 6AT for EcoSport. GDI should be avoided to make it cost effective.

[@KanishQQuotes]

Interior can be boosted by simply adding chrome rings to ac vents

[@albin1314]

Just by bringing automatic gear does not increase sales instead Ford should bring projector headlamps drl android auto which are offered by rival cars

[@ravanan1092]

Booked one

[@devensharma1271]

Does it have hill climb assist??

[@Cliffhanger2812]

Comparison with polo automatic please!🙏

[@sdavlogs3793]

Yes.. good

[@capc3963]

What?! A figo is lower than a Hyundai..? Breaks my heart... Still got my TdCi 1.5 doing 0-100kph in 9secs

[@zenjm6496]

The only reason I avoided this car is because it didn’t have android auto or apple CarPlay.

[@chrl3474]

3:29 why are all the traffic cars so cleannnnnnn ??

[@nezamdeham7838]

Finnaly! What i wanted!

[@elxfantom7848]

So is it worth buying figo in 2021?

[@albin1314]

Ford don't properly market their cars

[@lovinejoby7848]

Ford Figo.... ❣️❣️

[@Tom-li9xq]

Whoever wrote the title deserves an award

[@aravindsreeharsha1983]

Best car with very good performance 👍👍

[@Abhinashray]

What is the background music playing?

[@ajiteshmishra9152]

Hello AutoCAr

[@annantgujral8004]

Please ask Ford Motors to have a AT test drive vehicle available at showrooms.

[@chahatsharma2231]

Srry Ford, but you have let down the consumers from your subcompact segment, rest assured the other segment have also aged well.।

[@karthikmenon5943]

Ford has a very good build quality 👍👍

[@chanakyarana6468]

2017 car was different and new design has different rating when we see in Latin ncap it scored 4 star adult and child with 4 airbags.

[@Abhishek..G]

Ford must also provide automatic from base variants at right price. Many buyers prefer to get select aftermarket accessories added which they want. Some customers may like to replace the stock touchscreen system with one having Android auto, Apple carplay. So at least these add on should be optional and Ford may get more sales. In digital era, a custom made to spec car is not impossible. Maruti does that with its Nexa products. A lower price at least attracts more customers to showroom. I have known many buyers who walk in with a budget for base variants but then stretch it further to buy a variant with features they value most. Also LED lights , at least for fog light and DRL should be options. Great car let down by poor marketing and sales team.

[@pravinmurthy]

Missing Features:- 1. Rear AC Vents 2. Android Auto & Apple Carplay 3. LED Lighting allaround 4. Rear door bottle holders 5. Rear & Front Armrest 6. Keyless Entry & Boot open Request Sensors 7. iSOFIX child seat mount points All the above missing features for a near 10 Lacs on road car is not acceptable in today's times..

[@subratakumardas6532]

Ford bring new refresh design sub 4m compact SUV. Indian roads are pathetic , bring some latest design high ground clearance car.

[@sksachin286]

Red colour ❤️

[@shortsmore278]

why it doesn't sell ? Bcoz the reviews like in this one says "the rolling acceleration and 0-100 is slower than i10" without considering the fact the Figo is HEAVIER and more solidly built than i10. My friend's GRANDDD i10 front bumper came off completely after a slight touch to a parked earlier generation ALTO. Wow that was hilarious to watch anyways. Also you mentioned tyre noise. Well most of the budget cars in India are offered with pathetic 'BAD YEAR' tyres that are a pain to drive. Switch to Contis straight out of showroom and this car's true potential is unleashed plus tyre noise gone for good. Unfortunately we have let them down and is at danger of losing the brand forever.

[@joydeepdas8018]

This car is only n only for smart and. practical people...

[@nolimitswithanuashruf6282]

Is there any hill hold assist

[@mohammedusmam6582]

Yes

[@VTVT007]

Creep in D mode does that for you

[@chinmayadeepak6628]

Ford should bring automatic in freestyle

[@ymsarvesh4708]

Great ford 👍👍👍

[@chevvakulasrikanth9260]

Is this a competition to the VW Polo🤔

[@renijoseph5682]

Hope Ford will introduce Diesel Automatic,in Figo, and Freestyle soon

[@abhishekgupta1066]

6 airbags >> LED, android auto etc

[@user-mp1fk2cg8e]

Still no DRL and projected Headlights😢

[@venkeythekey2happiness]

No diesel auto..?

[@rishabhkr.1063]

Bring it in diesel too.