The Tata Nexon is a popular sub-compact SUV that offers good value for its price. However, at Rs. 17.50 lakh (on-road, Mumbai) for its top-spec variant, it’s fairly small. That is not a bad thing if you live in a city like Mumbai, but if you want a proper full-size SUV with real road presence, we’ve got just the car for you. Full-Size SUV For The Price of A Tata Nexon
The SUV we are talking about is the Ford Endeavour 3.2 L Titanium 4×4. It’s the second-generation model, with a starting price of Rs. 24.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) in 2016.
A New Delhi-based used car dealer listed it for sale. It’s a 10-year-old, first-owner car with 70,000 kilometres. The dealer claims they can deliver and finance the car pan-India.
Ford Endeavour: What Does It Offer?
Here’s a closer look at the details provided by the dealer:
- Ownership: First owner
- Manufacturing: CKD
- Registration Year: 2016
- Make: Ford
- Model: Endeavour 3.2 L Titanium 4×4
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Mileage: 70,000 km
- Colour: Silver
- Engine: 3.2-litre in-line 5-cylinder turbo diesel
- Power: 200 bhp
- Torque: 470 Nm
- Drivetrain: Four-wheel drive (4×4)
- Gearbox: 6-speed automatic
- Top Speed: 180 km/h
- Tyres: Not Disclosed
- Registered In: Himachal Pradesh
- Insurance: Not Disclosed
On pricing, this SUV is listed at Rs. 16.90 lakhs, which is Rs. 60,000 cheaper than a new Tata Nexon Fearless Plus Diesel 1.5-litre Turbo AMT Red Dark Edition. This makes it a tempting choice for anyone who wants a 5-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with a 4×4 system. But there’s always a catch when buying a vehicle from a company that no longer sells cars.
Used Ford Cars: What MotorOctane Says
While a used car offers good value, it generally comes with more things to worry about than buying a brand-new vehicle, especially when the vehicle is from a company like Ford or Chevrolet, which no longer sells cars in India.
Rumours suggest Ford India plans to stop providing after-sales support to existing customers soon. However, there’s no way to confirm this rumour; it increases uncertainty about servicing and repairs, which can cause unnecessary stress during ownership. It’s best to set aside a separate budget for any unforeseen repairs or issues you may need to fix right after you purchase the car. Additionally, networking with long-term owners of the car you plan to buy can unlock knowledge you couldn’t find online.