Do you know about a car that holds the record of one of the highest customer satisfaction scores in Ford’s sub-10 lakh portfolio in initial months in India?
Yes, we are talking about the Fierce Ford Freestyle, a car that quietly reshaped the psychology of over 60% first-time car owners before “micro-SUVs” became a vogue.
In its class, car owners felt that this compact crossover had the best steering feel and ride balance, maybe that’s why it enters the compact crossover arena with the confidence of a machine that understands its audience better than most rivals ever try to.
Under its compact stature, the new Ford Freestyle banks a 1.2-liter Ti-VCT petrol engine that may sound humble on the paper but don’t let it deceive you with its modesty.
With the ample 94 horsepower and 120 nm, it takes the absolute credit of giving the machine a spirited, elastic character in crowded urban grids where low-end responsiveness matters more than raw displacement.
Whereas on open stretches, it sprints with a top speed of 99 mph and completes the 0-60 mph run in roughly 13 seconds that keeps highway travel engaging while reminding the drivers that it is an urban-tuned athlete with enough long-stride prowess.
And do you know the lore where it unmasks the cosmetic appearance of its rivals such as Tata Punch, Maruti Ignis, and Hyundai i20 Active with its steering feel, drivetrain balance and suspension tuning?
Apart from this, Freestyles’ ability to feel larger and more driven than its footprints and SUV-like ground clearance with hatchback nimbleness makes it quietly outperform the trend chasers without boasting.
And as you continue reading, the forthcoming sections will acquaint you with its measured and meticulous engineering – a complete breakdown listing from engine & performance offerings, fuel economy insights, features & infotainment to the real-world prices.
So, keep scrolling and exploring the mechanical dossier of the latest Ford Freestyle!
Engine & Performance
| Engine Type: | 1.2-liter Ti-VCT Dragon Series |
| Displacement/Battery Capacity: | 1194 cc |
| Power Output: | 95 hp (71 kW) at 6500 rpm |
| Torque: | 120 Nm at 4250 rpm |
| 0-60 mph (0-100km/h): | Approximately 14.5 seconds |
| Top Speed: | Around 100 mph (≈160 km/h) |
| Number of Cylinders/Motors: | 3-cylinder inline engine |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol |
| Emission Standard: | BS6 (India) |
Transmission
| Type: | 5-speed manual transmission |
| Number of Gears: | 5 forward gears + 1 reverse |
| Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD): | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
Dimensions & Weight
| Overall Length: | 3954 mm |
| Overall Width: | 1737 mm (without mirrors) |
| Overall Height: | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2490 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm (Tackles Indian Roads like a Pro) |
| Kerb Weight: | Roughly 1026–1044 kg depending on variant |
| Boot Space | 257 liters |
Fuel Efficiency
| Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack: | 40 liters (petrol) |
| Mileage (City): | Around 12–14 km/l in real-world urban traffic |
| Mileage (Highway): | 16–18 km/l depending on the throttle |
| Mileage (EPA/Company Certified): | 19–20 km/l (ARAI-certified figure) |
Suspension & Brakes
| Front Suspension: | Independent McPherson strut with coil spring |
| Rear Suspension: | Semi-independent twist beam with dual-path struts |
| Front Brakes: | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brakes: | Drum |
| Steering Type: | Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) |
Wheels & Tyres
| Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy) | Alloy wheels on higher variants, steel wheels on lower trims |
| Tyre Size: | 185/60 R15 (stock setup for most variants) |
| Spare Tyre: | T135/70 R14 space-saver |
Capacity
| Seating Capacity: | 5 occupants |
| Number of Doors: | 5 (including the tailgate) |
Features & Technology
| Infotainment System: | A 7-inch touchscreen unit (functional than flashy) |
| Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.) | Supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on higher variants, plus Bluetooth, USB, and basic app integration. |
| Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital) | Analog dials with a MID screen in the center |
| AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control) | Manual AC across most trims; No Climate-Control Theatrics |
| Other Features: | Push-button start on select variants, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, rear-view camera, emergency assist, traction control, hill-start assist, and Ford’s solid safety suite |
Safety
| Airbags: | 2 airbags (driver + passenger) as standard, with side and curtain airbags on higher trims |
| ABS with EBD: | Yes, standard across variants |
| Traction Control: | Yes, offered on higher variants as part of Ford’s stability suite |
| ESC/VSC: | Electronic Stability Control present on upper trims |
| ISOFIX: | Yes, ISOFIX child-seat anchors included |
| Parking Sensors/Camera: | Rear parking sensors plus a rear-view camera with guidelines |
| Additional Safety Features: | Hill-start assist, emergency brake assist, Ford’s Emergency Assistance (auto-call to services via connected phone), engine immobilizer, seatbelt reminders, high-strength body shell, and a well-tuned ABS. |
Price (If applicable)
| Ex-Showroom Price: | ₹7.27 lakh to ~ ₹9.03 lakh depending on trim. |
| On-Road Price (Estimated, Including Fees & Taxes):: | ~ ₹8.22 lakh up to ~ ₹10.29 lakh depending on variant. |
The pragmatic engineering of the new Ford Freestyle represents that it stands as drive-centric bliss on wheels especially designed for people who prioritise substance over surface.
Yet, this mini crossover does possess a red flag that is a rarely admitted flaw and if you magnify its cabin, you will find it. Freestyle’s cabin, despite being durable and ergonomic doesn’t completely correspond with the refinement its chassis promises.
The plastic and sound insulation of this car evidently implies that Ford spent its engineering budget where it mattered the most. Also, it has been observed by car owners that on open highways, if you push hard on the engine it sounds strained as we have mentioned earlier in the intro.
Nevertheless, the new Ford Freestyle is a robust offspring of one of the most successful compact crossovers that is tuned for messy brilliance rather than glamorous brochure fantasy.
