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THE FORD ENDURA BY ROSS KIDDIE If my memory serves me well, prior to evaluating an Endura, the last Canadian-made Ford I drove was the 1957 Customline my family owned and the car that I used to get my driver licence. Research suggests that it was built in the Oakville, Ontario, manufacturing plant, the same facility that today’s Endura comes from. The old Customline sedan was very special, it was V8-powered and amidst a plethora of English cars in the Kiwi market it was bigger, more powerful and for that reason had much appeal with me. Today’s Endura is a sport utility vehicle which is also a little different, while it arrives here in four specification levels there is only one engine variant and that is diesel-fed. That is not a totally unique concept, Mazda’s CX-8 is also diesel only, and the Endura competes headto-head with that car. The Endura starts in the market at $53,490 (add $3000 for all-wheel-drive), an ST-Line variant lists at $64,990, while the Titanium, as evaluated, is priced at $69,990. The latter wants for nothing, it has all the trick electronics that Ford is building into its models these days and it has luxury written all over it. In-cabin comfort is high while the specification level is such that it could well be described as valuepacked and if you are in Living Lifedemographic with grandchildren in tow, they will simply love the entertainment system, there are rear screens which they can use for several different formats. There is also a feel about the Endura that is quite different, I describe it as the North American way of manufacture, and it is just a little special. The Endura isn’t large, at 4.8m it sits neatly between Escape and Everest in Ford’s SUV line-up, and although it is just a five-seater it has space to burn on the inside. Under the bonnet sits a four-cylinder turbocharged engine of 1999cc. Immediately, I was drawn to its subdued operation and quiet operating manner, it’s really hard to pick that a diesel is lurking under the bonnet, that is until you ask for performance. It is an absolute stunner through the mid-range in terms of output and acceleration. Ford claims a healthy 400Nm torque figure, and that is available all of the way from 2000rpm to 3000rpm, it will hunt up and down the rev band willingly, almost like a petrol engine, such is its free-revving nature and response. There’s also 140kW at the top end, and combined there is never a point where power wilts. In Titanium form drive is directed to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. It, too, is responsible for the lively flow of energy, there’s a gear for all moments, and the gears shift without notice, they are eased in but are quick nonetheless. In terms of performance, the Endura will make a standstill to 100km/h time of 8.8sec for the 1.8-tonne SUV, which is quite impressive. Ford also lists a 6.7-litre per 100km (42mpg) combined cycle average fuel usage rating which, by my reckoning, is achievable and acceptable. The Endura is classic SUV material, if you don’t need the extra grip from four-wheel-drive there is the front-drive only model, and it would be the pick for me. However, I can report that the all-drive model has stunning on-road handling behaviour. It steers directly into a corner and there is much feedback through the steering tiller. When presented with a quick corner the Endura leans ever so slightly, there is just enough firming in the suspension to counteract gravitational forces, while balance remains unaffected. My wife and I were in Canada just a year or two back sightseeing and visiting her cousins who reside there, one of whom owns a Ford Edge, which is the Endura badged for the Canadian market. We travelled in it for only a short distance, and it was fitted with a V6 petrol engine, but it was enough for it to capture my attention. The Endura is one of Ford’s global cars that will constantly reward with performance, comfort and economy. Price– Ford Endura Titanium, $69,990 Dimensions – Length, 4834mm; width, 1981mm; height, 1742mm Configuration – Four-cylinder,fourwheel-drive,1999cc, 140kW, 400Nm, eight-speed automatic. Performance – 0-100km/h, 8.8sec Fuel usage – 6.7l/100km 11 LIVING LIFE MOTORING y Ford 2019 FORD ENDURA AFFORDABLE LUXURY AWAITS The Ford Endura is a sophisticated and luxurious midsized SUV. Underneath its European design, the Endura is packed with intelligent technology and innovation, as well as a powerful yet efficient engine. This well-appointed SUV was created with your driving pleasure in mind. With the 2019 range including Trend, ST-Line and Titanium, affordable luxury awaits. 2 PRICED FROM $53,490+ORC 1 BOOK A TEST DRIVE TODAY. 1. Available at participating Ford New Zealand dealerships. Price excludes on road costs, options and accessories and is not available in conjunction with any other special offers. ST-Line AWD model pictured above. From price is Trend FWD. 2. Warranty conditions and exclusions apply. Visit www.ford.co.nz/owners/warranty for further information. Anywhere Ford Avon City Ford Cnr Main South Rd and Epsom Rd, Sockburn | CHRISTCHURCH | 03 348 4129 or 0800 655 551 | Rangiora Service Centre | 78 Ivory St | 03 313 7059 | avoncityford.com 123 Sample Road | SAMPLEVILLE | P 01 234 5678 | anywhereford.co.nz
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