Ford Territory (China)

The Ford Territory is a compact crossover sport utility vehicle built by the JMC-Ford joint venture and was introduced during the 2018 Chengdu Auto Show in September 2018. Despite using the same name as the previous Australian market Ford Territory crossover, there are no relations between the two models.[3][4]

This article is about the Chinese-made Ford SUV. For the Australian-made Ford SUV, see Ford Territory (Australia).

Ford Territory
Overview
Manufacturer	JMC-Ford
Production	2018–present
Assembly	China: Nanchang (JMC-Ford)
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related	Yusheng S330
Powertrain
Engine	1.5 L JX4G15C6L[1][2] I4 turbo (petrol)
Transmission	6-speed manual CVT continuously variable transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,716 mm (106.9 in)
Length	4,580 mm (180 in)
Width	1,936 mm (76.2 in)
Height	1,674 mm (65.9 in)

It is based on the Yusheng S330 introduced for the Chinese market in 2016.[5] It went on sale in early 2019, with Ford China classifying it as an entry-level compact SUV in between the current EcoSport and Kuga SUV product line.

The Territory is powered by a 1.5 liter EcoBoost 145 based on the JX4G15 gasoline engine developed by JMC and AVL. Ford of Europe also helped in developing the powerplant.[6]. This engine features Miller cycle, and produces 138hp (103KW) and 225Nm of torque. In Argentina and the Philippines, the Territory's 1.5 turbo is rated at 143CV (141hp) and 225Nm of torque[7][8], while in Brazil, it is rated at 150CV (148hp) and 225Nm of torque[9]. A 48V mild-hybrid version is available in China.

Pre-sale of the Territory in Brazil began on August 7, 2020, the same day as the compact SUV's digital launch in Argentina. [10] It is expected to reach Brazilian Ford dealerships by September. [11] On August 14, 2020, the Ford Territory made its debut in the Philippine market.[12][8]>

Development

Rear view

The Ford Territory is assembled at JMC Ford's plant in Nanchang, China.[13] The base trim's price starting at 109,800 RMB.[14] JMC Ford will also introduce the Ford Territory EV-Version to the public in mid-2019. Despite not being offered in the Australian market, Ford Australia had input in the design and development of the new Territory. Ride, handling, and NVH were tuned at Ford's Geelong Proving Grounds in Australia and in Nanjing China.[6]

The Ford Territory was given a mild refresh in early 2020 prior to its introduction in export markets. Changes to the Territory include a gloss black grille with a new pattern and restyled LED taillights. [15]

References

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2. http://car.southcn.com/7/2020-07/06/content_191124725.htm
3. https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/ford-territory-2020-goes-global-china-focused-suv-will-now-be-sold-in-other-markets-75686
4. https://www.autodeal.com.ph/articles/car-news-philippines/all-new-2020-ford-territory-launch-soon-in-philippines
5. "Desperate Times: New Ford Territory SUV For China Is Just A Rebadged JMC".
6. "So, Is the Ford Territory American or Chinese?". CarGuide.PH | Philippine Car News, Car Reviews, Car Prices. Retrieved 2020-08-14.
7. https://www.ford.com.ar/content/dam/Ford/website-assets/latam/ar/nameplate/territory/brochure/far-territory-ficha-tecnica.pdf
8. https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/2020-ford-territory-philippines-a962-20200814
9. https://www.ford.com.br/content/dam/Ford/website-assets/latam/br/nameplate/2021/Territory/pdf/fbr-territory-ficha-tecnica.pdf
10. https://www.megautos.com/ford-territory-lanzamiento/
11. https://motor1.uol.com.br/news/435226/ford-territory-prevenda-agosto/
12. https://www.autodeal.com.ph/articles/car-news-philippines/new-ford-territory-all-set-philippine-launch-august-14
13. "【图】2019年初上市 江铃福特Territory官图_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn. Retrieved 2018-08-08.
14. "【领界】福特_领界报价_领界图片_汽车之家". www.autohome.com.cn. Retrieved 2019-08-20.
15. https://quatrorodas.abril.com.br/noticias/ford-territory-s-turbo-brasil/