Ford Equator Sport might be coming???

csv8 · 06-07-2022, 12:16 PM

“Ford Equator Sport design points to possible emergence of new Ford Territory mid-size SUV
Ford Australia could be eying a two-pronged attack on the top-selling mid-size SUV segment following the discovery of a design trademark for the Chinese-built Ford Equator Sport – a model sold in overseas markets as the Ford Territory.

While that name will resonate with many readers, this latest model has nothing in common – besides its name – with the previous Australian-built Ford Territory that was based on the Ford Falcon large sedan and graced Aussie dealerships for more than a decade.

With a length of 4630mm, 1935mm width and an overall height of 1706mm, the Ford Equator Sport – which the Blue Oval co-develops with Jiangling Motors in China – is 16mm longer, 52mm wider and 36mm taller than the current 2022 Ford Escape and rides on a 16mm-longer wheelbase.

Whereas the current Escape looks like an upscaled Ford Focus (as per its platform), the Equator Sport takes on a much boxier, rugged and aggressive aesthetic with squinty headlights, a wide contrasting grille and squared-off bodywork.
ford equator sport 3
It relies on a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine (127kW/260Nm) for propulsion, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Ford Australia has long said local trademarking and patenting is not reflective of product plans.

carsales understands the US auto giant may have submitted the design filing on a ‘just in case’ basis, even if the Ford Australia is denying any plans.

“We have no news to share on any plans to introduce the Equator Sport to Australia,” a spokesperson told carsales.

“Ford submits design applications for various brand assets as a normal course of business, but they aren’t necessarily an indication of new branding, badging or product plans.” https://www.carsales.com.au/editoria...o5xIkLc_JC59KM

Bossxr8 · 06-07-2022, 01:01 PM

Chinese market only and LHD says all it needs to. Click bait.

csv8 · 06-07-2022, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

Chinese market only and LHD says all it needs to. Click bait.

. No where in my post does it say that ? So, it’s not click bait.

Bossxr8 · 06-07-2022, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by csv8

. No where in my post does it say that ? So, it’s not click bait.

You misread. It's LHD only for the chinese market.

Dr Smith · 06-07-2022, 05:34 PM

IIRC, Ford China doesn't build anything in RHD at the moment.

Bossxr8 · 07-07-2022, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr Smith

IIRC, Ford China doesn't build anything in RHD at the moment.

You are correct.

Dr Smith · 07-07-2022, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Bossxr8

You are correct.

But will I stay correct

?

jpd80 · 07-07-2022, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr Smith

IIRC, Ford China doesn't build anything in RHD at the moment.

And most likely never will either,
Ford China is a colossal loss leader that just can’t get it act together and it bleeds money every quarter
It get passed around like a loveless child but thankfully, it’s no longer hidden under Ford IMG.

Bossxr8 · 08-07-2022, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by jpd80

And most likely never will either,
Ford China is a colossal loss leader that just can’t get it act together and it bleeds money every quarter
It get passed around like a loveless child but thankfully, it’s no longer hidden under Ford IMG.

The shift to a stand alone Ford China division will take time to see how it ends up. The new products like Evos are a step in the right direction though. Had a good look over one and the interior is amazing. Super long wheelbase too, so the rear seat room is Fairlane like, which is exactly suited to the chinese market and their love of sedans with heaps of leg room in the back, so they can be chauffeured around.