To be launched this year.
The 2016 Ford Everest (or Endeavour for India) has been spotted alongside the current-generation Toyota Fortuner, which also happens to be its major rival. The photo, shot in Thailand, was shared by Sahawath Petthong on Autodeft's page.
The pre-launch testing of the 2016 Ford Endeavour is going in full swing, with previous appearances being made in Australia and China, both on and off the road. Unveiled last year and then showcased at the Guangzhou Auto Show, the Endeavour is to be manufactured in China and Thailand.
The vehicle is reported to measure 4,882 mm in length, 1,862 mm in width, and 1,836 mm in height, according to a previous leak. It sports a 2,850 mm long wheelbase and has a kerb weight of 2,357 kg. There will be three engine options available for the new Endeavour: a 2-litre 4-cylinder EcoBoost petrol, a 2.2-litre 4-cylinder TDCi diesel, and a 3.2-litre 5-cylinder TDCi diesel.
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As for the Fortuner, it's currently available with either a 2.5-litre engine or a more powerful 3-litre unit in India. The next generation Fortuner will be revealed this year, while a market arrival in India is expected next year.
Competitors: Toyota Fortuner, Ssangyong Rexton, Hyundai Santa Fe, Honda CR-V, Isuzu MU-7
Expected Price: INR 20-25 lakhs, ex-Showroom
Launch date in India: Mid- to late-2015
[Spy picture by Sahawath Petthong]
