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Old 11-02-2010, 10:32 AM   #1
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This is one sweet ride. Why can't we have this here!!!

Not sure, but I think I would rather this than the Kuga.
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Old 11-02-2010, 11:05 AM   #2
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Not sure, but I think I would rather this than the Kuga.
Depending on what Ford do with global platforms going forward it's more likely to be the Edge or the Territory, not the Edge or Kuga.
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Old 11-02-2010, 11:21 AM   #3
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What Ford needs is a smallish CUV for around $30,000 drive away,
that was something the dealers were driving home to Ford with Escape.
I have a dealer friend who said they could sell Escape fairly easily at that price
but I doubt Edge or Kuga would be under $35,000.....
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Old 11-02-2010, 11:41 AM   #4
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That's a pretty nice looking car



How much different in size is this to the Territory?
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Old 11-02-2010, 11:58 AM   #5
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yeah if the territory wasn't aussie id say get rid of it quick!
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Old 11-02-2010, 12:09 PM   #6
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One Ford is looking good. Love the interior too!
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Old 11-02-2010, 12:41 PM   #7
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This is one sweet ride. Why can't we have this here!!!
same reason we don't get the mustang here?
because we are lame?
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Old 11-02-2010, 12:42 PM   #8
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That's a pretty nice looking car

How much different in size is this to the Territory?
Its a bit closer to Territory in size, but not as big.
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Old 11-02-2010, 03:30 PM   #9
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It's about the same size as a CX9 isn't it? Either way, I love the Sports model too. That grille looks fantastic in black. A bit in your face in chrome, but great in black.
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Old 11-02-2010, 04:28 PM   #10
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It's about the same size as a CX9 isn't it?
More like CX-7, we hired one last September and did close to 5,000 km in it. The 3.5 and 6-speed auto
were very willing but compared to the 4.0 it needed an extra gear or two on the hills. Mind you, we had
four in the car and all our luggage, the rear hatch really kills luggage room compared to the Territory.
We flogged it hard in LA traffic, 70 mph freeways, up and down lots of hills but it consistently
averaged 23 mpg (10.2 litres/100 km).
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Old 11-02-2010, 04:47 PM   #11
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Depending on what Ford do with global platforms going forward it's more likely to be the Edge or the Territory, not the Edge or Kuga.
I thought the unibody Explorer would be replacing Territory?
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Old 11-02-2010, 05:35 PM   #12
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I thought the unibody Explorer would be replacing Territory?
Nope. The other way around is quite likely at this stage.
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I thought the unibody Explorer would be replacing Territory?
Why would Ford invest in a diesel option for Territory if they are canceling the platform?

Actually, Hip and Shoulder room in Territory is closer to Expedition than Explorer.
so maybe there's an opportunity for Aussie designed products down the track....

Maybe FoA completed that common IRS design for Mustang/Falcon and Territory
as part of prelim work on GRWD or just to show the yanks it could be done....
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Why would Ford invest in a diesel option for Territory if they are canceling the platform?

Actually, Hip and Shoulder room in Territory is closer to Expedition than Explorer.
so maybe there's an opportunity for Aussie designed products down the track....

Maybe FoA completed that common IRS design for Mustang/Falcon and Territory
as part of prelim work on GRWD or just to show the yanks it could be done....
Well that is good news - I think the pessimist in me was coming out after the Perth round of the V8 supercars wa cancelled :togo:
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Old 11-02-2010, 07:19 PM   #15
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Well that is good news - I think the pessimist in me was coming out after the Perth round of the V8 supercars wa cancelled :togo:
I understand your mood on the back of all the negative Falcon articles but keep in mind Ford's
present product mix, Falcon and Territory upper series vehicles are DESIRABLE to buyers.
That changes the whole game...
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the front reminds me of a elephant..

jpd80- couldn't agree more, i think ford is not focusing on cheap though, they are trying to make quality products that they will make a decent profit with..
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jpd80- couldn't agree more, i think ford is not focusing on cheap though, they are trying to make quality products that they will make a decent profit with..
Exactly and let's not forget that the Factory line speed and work force is now right sized
for true market demand, there will be no low profit sales to fleets just to stroke sales egos.....
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Old 11-02-2010, 09:12 PM   #18
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Nice looking car but I don't think I'd ever be in the market for one. I think the next Territory will be a bit bolder and stronger looking.

There was a video about the dash somewhere and how you can customise it. Looks amazing!
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