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The Ford Endeavour is one of the best selling SUV’s that currently showcased in the Indian market. This car is very huge and also has the power to steam in. The Ford Endeavour will make it big in the Indian market s as it has lots in store. This car will be a surprise package and people would really get a whole lot more from this newly launched SUV from Ford. The car proves to be a good competition to the likes of SUMO and Scorpio.

The Looks:

• The Endeavour comes from a different breed of cars which provide comfort and luxury at its best.
• The car looks massive and different from other SUV’s which are launched in the market. Apart from looking huge and wide the car demands attention which is best and not seen in other SUV’s, the main reason is because of the size and power of the car.
• The Endeavour looks like a monster in front of all SUV cars which are launched in India.
• The Thunder series is the highest variant available in the Ford Endeavour line up.

Performance of the car:

All the features given are simply superb and ensure to deliver high quality performance. The Ford Endeavour has been used in most of the sports competition where there is a need of 4X4 vehicle. In recent competition use of the Endeavour was done in Raid De Himalayas, the kind of road conditions in this rally are unimaginable. Driving the monster in these roads was very easy as use of high end suspension systems and drive control was done. The features given in the Endeavour which give you the 4×4 pleasure is not seen in any other off roader. The car has disc and drum brake systems which ensure you get maximum control when driving off road. Apart from all these features there is one big attraction from the Endeavour, it has to be the size of the vehicle which is so massive. Unlike other cars you really need to drive this one seriously or else chances of you banging the wall are more. Ford has given the Endeavour a super steering configuration to tackle this problem. Power steering is in use which makes the driving all the more fun.

Ball and nut type steering type ensures you get the right type of acceleration punch that is required to turn the monster into a sweet racing vehicle. This is the diesel variant so you need not worry about fuel economy and all those things which can spoil your mood. There is a need to keep the diesel engine on for some time till it gets warmed up; Endeavour is designed for a long run use the engine given is quite reliable. In the Thunder version of Endeavour availability of a 4 wheel drive system is present. You can engage the vehicle in 4 or 2 wheel drive system. This sudden change is only given to the Thunder series, selecting a different drive system is altogether a new experience. 2 wheel drive offers good control and reduced top end speed with high end acceleration. 4 wheel drive system gives a very good top end speed but reduces the acceleration, 4 wheel drive also gives good control when driving over bad roads. 4 wheel drive system is something that is new in India, yes we do have SUV’s which are capable of engaging themselves in a 4 wheel drive but the sudden change given to the Endeavour is different from all the cars.

Overview:

The car is just too great with respect to the technology that is used in this car. An absolute stunner, the Ford Endeavour is just the right car for travelling those long off-road distances. The car has got the throttle the thrust and the extreme force that an SUV needs and the driver would just get tempted every time he steps on to the acceleration pedal. The car is stupendous in terms of handling comfort and toughness. This car is surely going to get all the applause because of the way it has been built. The 4 wheel drive technology is an added advantage given to this SUV. This car is just worth its price and Ford has launched it at the right time.

Technical specifications of the car:

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Engine

• Engine Type - In-Line Engine
• Engine Description - 3.0 Litre TDCi with Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT)
• Engine Displacement - 2953 (cc)
• No. of Cylinders - 4
• Maximum Power - 156 PS (115 Kw) at 3200rpm
• Maximum Torque - 380 Nm (38.7 kgm) at 2500rpm
• Valves per Cylinder - 4
• Valve Configuration - DOHC
• Fuel Supply System - Direct injection common rail
• Bore x Stroke - 93.0 x 92.0 mm
• Compression Ratio - 19.8:1
• Turbo Charger - Yes
• Super Charger - No

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Transmission

• Transmission Type - Automatic
• Gear box - 5 Speed
• Drive Type - 4WD
• Overdrive - Yes

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Suspension System

• Front Suspension - Independent double wishbone with torsion bar spring & stabilizer bar
• Rear Suspension - Progressive linear rate leaf springs with low friction pads
• Shock Absorbers Type - Tubular double acting type gas filled

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder plus Steering

• Steering Type - Power
• Steering Column - Tilt
• Steering Gear Type - Ball & Nut type with Variable power
• Turning Radius - 6.2 m (wheel base)

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder plus Brake System

• Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc
• Rear Brake Type - Self-Adjusting Drum

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder plus Performance

• Top Speed - 144 Kmph
• Acceleration - 14.3 Seconds (0-100 kmph)

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Fuel

• Mileage-City - 9.3 (kmpl)
• Mileage-Highway - 12.8 (kmpl)
• Fuel Type - Diesel
• Fuel Tank Capacity - 71 (litres)
• Emission Norm Compliance - Bharat Stage III
• Emission Control System - Catalytic Converter

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Tyres

• Tyre Size - 245/70 R16
• Tyre Type - Tubeless Radial Tyre
• Alloy Wheel Size - 16 inches

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Other Specifications

• Seating Capacity - 7
• No of Doors - 5

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Exterior Dimension

• Length - 5,060 mm
• Width - 1,788 mm
• Height - 1,826 mm
• Ground Clearance - 210 mm
• Wheel Base - 2860 mm
• Front Tread - 1,475 mm
• Rear Tread - 1,470 mm
• Kerb Weight - 2,014 kg

Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Payload & Towing

• Cargo Volume - 2,055 litres

General Ford Endeavour 4×4 Thunder Plus Car Details

• Country of Assembly - India
• Country of Manufacture - India
• Discontinuation Date - 1/1/2025
• Introduction Date - 9/10/2009