Ford Electric SUV
Discussion
I have been waiting for the Skoda Vision IV launch, but saw a Ford advert about what i assume is Ford's equivalent this week.
Looks like the top model will have 370 mile WLTP range and 2-motor 300bhp.
This sort of range works well for me. I do about 10 mile round trip daily, and drive 210 miles from Leeds to Bath (420 mile round trip) a couple of times per month. On that journey i always stop for a toilet/coffee/food break so assuming i can get 20 mins on a rapid charger each way i don't think i need to worry about range or charging at my hotel/factory.
The GF has just bought a Ford Fiesta ST-Line, and we are very impressed with it. We didnt realise when we bought it, but it has an integrated 4G modem, and has a pretty cool app. Also my long commute drives bore me to tears. I love Active Cruise, Lane keep assist etc as it makes it less tiring going through the M42 rush hour that i get caught in fairly often.
I want something practical for family, and like the idea of the electric torque, want more driver assistance, think the range is now approproate.
My PCP on my Octavia VRS estate ends in about a year, so when these are released in 2020 it's a perfect time.
So... TL:DR I'm excited about these new electric SUV and hopeful techfest. What does PH think about the "Mustang SUV" and the Skoda SUV coupe??
RobDickinson said:
Seriously sceptical ford can get anywhere near 370 mile wltp.
When Ford start working on it the NEDC rating would still have been the industry 'standard' in Europe, so if its 370 miles NEDC who knows.But potentially very exciting, out side BMW and Tesla, my only other non-japanese car was a Ford Mondeo Zetec! Nearly bought a Focus RS too.
gangzoom said:
When Ford start working on it the NEDC rating would still have been the industry 'standard' in Europe, so if its 370 miles NEDC who knows.
https://www.ford.co.uk/shop/research/hybrid-electric/all-electricThis says they're targeting 600km on the WLTP cycle. All I'll say is that I'll believe it when I see it.
Witchfinder said:
https://www.ford.co.uk/shop/research/hybrid-electr...
This says they're targeting 600km on the WLTP cycle. All I'll say is that I'll believe it when I see it.
Fair play to them for pushing for a long range! Will wait to see how it turns out, but if they can meet their goal, good work!This says they're targeting 600km on the WLTP cycle. All I'll say is that I'll believe it when I see it.
gangzoom said:
SWoll said:
I've got a soft spot for Ford.
Me too, hopefully price will be good. May well be what we are looking for to replace my wifes car!A Tesla incoming, declaring a soft spot for Ford and off to dinner tonight with my mate from Pennsylvania and his British wife.
Slowly assimilating..
SWoll said:
I've got a soft spot for Ford. Had quite a few as second cars over the years (Ka, Fiesta, Focus, Mondeo) and they've all been very good. I wish them well.
I've owned a Mondeo ST220, an S-Max with the 5-cylinder turbo, a diesel S-Max, and I've bought a Focus for a couple of my ex-girlfriends. You could say I am a bit of a Ford fan.I'd love them to make a really good EV - an electric S-Max with 300kW of power and 350 miles of range would be my dream
Witchfinder said:
SWoll said:
I've got a soft spot for Ford. Had quite a few as second cars over the years (Ka, Fiesta, Focus, Mondeo) and they've all been very good. I wish them well.
I've owned a Mondeo ST220, an S-Max with the 5-cylinder turbo, a diesel S-Max, and I've bought a Focus for a couple of my ex-girlfriends. You could say I am a bit of a Ford fan.I'd love them to make a really good EV - an electric S-Max with 300kW of power and 350 miles of range would be my dream
"You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling"
thing is i think we would mostly all accept a 2/300 kg extra weight penalty for the sake of extra range.
everyone harks on about razor sharp handling andcars being agile but tbh 99% of use in the real world is plodding round town and up and down motorways i'd quite happily trade a bit of extra pork for extended range
everyone harks on about razor sharp handling andcars being agile but tbh 99% of use in the real world is plodding round town and up and down motorways i'd quite happily trade a bit of extra pork for extended range
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