Bast 2016 Ford Endeavour – Brawn wins

ord seems to know the heart of the Indian SUV buyer. The company knows that Indians love a big, brawny-looking car that delivers on road presence. It should also have a punchy diesel engine and seven-seats are an added bonus. Perhaps that’s why, the original Endeavour was a runway hit with Indian SUV buyers when it was launched. The car’s big, boxy shape and gigantic proportions endeared it to SUV lovers. Also, the fact that it had no real competition in the segment in its initial years meant it was the default choice for many.
Ford is hoping that the will build on the strengths of the outgoing car and bring in more customers to its dealerships. Well that’s the plan, atleast.

Exteriors

There is no doubt that the Endeavour really looks the part. The huge rectangular shaped chrome grille is the highlight of the face, as are the square shaped lamps. The LED-units look cool and upmarket. The high mounted grille also gives a sense of indestructibility to this car. The side profile with its chunky tyres and puffed up arches gives it a muscular look. It is the side angle which also gives you a true sense of the car’s girth. This SUV has a longer wheelbase then both its main rivals, the Toyota Fortuner as well as the Chevrolet Trailblazer. The rear gets rectangular lamps and a chrome strip running along the tail gate. Overall, it’s a muscular design that commands plenty of road presence and something that SUV buyers will love.

Interiors

The big boxy shape on the outside helps liberate loads of room inside. The last row of seats is surprisingly roomy once you slide the middle row forward. Unlike rivals, which offer the last row as an ornamental addition, the Endevaour’s seats are actually useable for taller adults over long journeys. Last row occupants get their own AC vents as well as cupholders for longer journeys. The middle row is generous on comfort as well with ample seat cushioning as well as support. There is a big hump in the floor panel, but because it is a genuinely wide car at the back seating three should not be an issue.