The new variants are the upgraded version of its popular hatchback Figo, which now features segment-best six-speed, torque converter automatic transmission that is paired to Bharat Stage 6 compliant three-cylinder 1.2L petrol engine delivering 96PS of power and 119 Nm of peak torque.
Vinay Raina, executive director for Marketing, Sales & Service at Ford India, said, “With a proven legacy of outstanding performance, unmatched safety, superior technology and segment-best connectivity, we are confident that new Figo AT will be an automatic choice for several new buyers who don’t believe in look-alike automatics like AMT.”
The Ford Figo AT embeds the new Sport Mode and SelectShift features. The Sport mode will allow to transmit the optimum gear with shifts happening faster while the SelectShift feature will enable the driver to change gears manually using a toggle switch on the gearshift lever.
In terms of exterior appearances, the 2021 Figo Automatic gets nominal cosmetic changes. Figo AT offers several features like the Rain-sensing wipers, electrochromic IRVM and 7” capacitive touchscreen infotainment system.
In terms of safety features, it gets side & curtain airbags, standard dual front airbags, traction control system, electronic stability control and hill launch assist.
Ford offers Figo AT variants in five colours- Diamond White, Ruby Red, Moondust Silver, Smoke Grey and White Gold.
Ford also offers globally renowned mobility and connectivity solution FordPass exclusively with the new Ford Figo AT which offers vehicle operations like starting, stopping, locking or unlocking a vehicle–remotely, via the app. The Ford Figo is offered with a 3-year or 1,00,000 km standard warranty.
With the upgraded version of Figo, Ford competes against the likes of Maruti Suzuki Swift, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Hyundai i20 and the Volkswagen Polo hatchback.