2007 Ford Territory Update
2 Jul, 2007
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As well as updating the Ford Falcon, Ford have revised the aging Territory with a list of new goodies as well as DSC standard across the entire range.
“Territory has been a clear leader in the Medium SUV segment since it was launched, playing a major role in the boom that has seen sales of SUVs increase dramatically over the past few years,” Ford Australia President Tom Gorman said..
“With the Compact and Medium SUV segments now more hotly contested than ever before, these changes will see Territory continue to be the first choice amongst SUV buyers and maintain its leadership position.”
Firstly, DSC is now standard for the rear-wheel drive variants, the Territory TX RWD and TS RWD. As for the range toppers, the Territory Ghia RWD and AWD models, along with the Territory Ghia Turbo, interior updates are coming from September 1.
Ford says the interior updates for the Ghia range will include a memory function electric powered driver’s seat as standard equipment. The Ghia also gets an electrochromatic interior rear vision mirror (able to automatically change tint to stop high beam and glare).
The new Territory has gained these features while coming down in price. Savings range from 3.8 per cent to 5.8 per cent. The table below shows the new pricing structure for the Territory.
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July 2nd, 2007 at 4:54 pm
HEY FORD!!! Try doing something about the fuel consumption rather than trying to entice the market with toys. Hey even better! Try producing a diesel engine with a car wrapped around it.
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July 2nd, 2007 at 5:10 pm
Give Ford a break! Look at the Captiva Maxx. It has a supposed fuel economy of 11.5 litres oer 100km, even though several tests reported it using more than 15 litres, and some owners complainging about over 18 litres! So I don’t think it is that big of an issue for Ford because the vehcile still sells.
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July 2nd, 2007 at 7:18 pm
I dont think thats the best reasoning if that is what Ford use Damo… indicates to me they accept mediocrity!! And getting fuel efficiency up (ie Diesel) would improve sales!
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July 2nd, 2007 at 8:18 pm
yeah Damo my point too (well sought a) i nearly laughed my head off after following the captiva postings for a bit.
they started with people in the market for an suv and after comparing them alot were saying the great economy in comparison to territory was a swing factor for them.
and then a bit later once they had bought their captiva they were all back on again to see if any one was getting near the displayed fuel figures, and they werent. they were getting like what damo said…
how funny is that, and then they were reporting whistling noises while driving.
it just shows that some of the best salesmen in the world are working at holden.
well those guys could sell ice to the eskimos
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July 2nd, 2007 at 8:21 pm
oh yeah and to improving territory’s economy it will be interesting to see if the gas motor makes it there. i feel they have been holding off until they get their ultimate design for their new gas system sorted out
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July 3rd, 2007 at 8:57 am
The styling of the current Territory is already outdated (was over 12 months ago) to that of it’s opposition who have released more dynamic SUV’s that are attracting people to overseas brands - Toyota’s new Kluger and even the V6 Hyundai Sante Fe (which comes in a diesel model). But if they bring out a new Territory in 2008 with a turbo diesel engine, being a home-grown Aussie brand, the sales will still keep Ford on top in the mid-to-large SUV market. And I agree, Holden’s grab for fuel efficient loving families or professionals with a diesel variant for the Captiva has not helped the confidence in the brand, which is what you should expect when they rip it off from Daewoo or Taiwanese manufacturer.
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July 3rd, 2007 at 7:15 pm
I agree that better economy from the Territory would be good but hey, its a big heavy shaped box on wheels with a Falcon engine after all. The good news is that they are producing a diesel turbo territory for next year. Ford need to be careful about how they update the Territory though, as they wouldn’t want to make a new face that no one liked and lose the sales momentum they’ve deservedly earned.
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July 3rd, 2007 at 8:13 pm
Timbo,
yes i agree they cant leave it without a face lift for too much longer before it stops selling. this is where AND ONLY WHERE ford should take a leaf out of holdens book in updating models sooner. thats is where most of holdens sales success is. even if it is just new headlights and different colours inside that would go along way with sales.
we must remember that people dont buy these cars expecting 8L 100K’s. if economy was their sole purpose in choosing a car they would buy 3-4cyl hatchbacks. as for in its class (or any class) i would say even 2L 100k difference wouldnt sway me anyhow. cant remember what territory economy is and it probably wouldnt bother me if i was buying in this class as they would be comparible across the class. 1 thing is that it would be a true economy figure unlike the captiva
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July 4th, 2007 at 1:28 am
Ford needs to stop wasting time on adding new features, small interior updates, small exterior updates - and even pricing, because I believe people are willing to pay for the right product. All these cost FordMoCo money - and at the end of the day, its not going to rescue Ford from its ever diminishing 12% market share.
Ford also needs to stop playing catchup in the market (which is what they have been doing since the AU Falcon), and go back to being a market leader on innovative and new products (like Toyota who are creaming the market at the moment).
I would suggest at least a Diesel or maybe even a Diesel-Hybrid. The Hybrid would absoltely wrech havoc on competitors like the Holden Captiva and forthcoming Toyota Kluger. Now Hybrids (or Diesels for that matter) are not NEW, but it would put Ford’s Territory into a competitive advantage situation(unless you want to go buy a Lexus RX350 - the only SUV hybrid in Australia) situation at least for the next 1-2 years while the others catchup, and by that time Ford will have the NEW Territory.
Ford need a concise, well thought out strategy to maintain sales momentum - and I dont think the yank at the helm at the moment has any such serious ideas - bring back Polites I say.
For the record, I drive a 2004 Ford Escape Limited (ZB), and its alot more fuel efficient than a Territory, and the build quality is excellent - which is what you’d expect considering its built in Japan. The Escape is not the most elegant vehicle - but it serves my purpose, is comfortable and is quite cheap to run (ie..servicing, tyres..etc).
Ford needs to pay attention as to why Escape sales are up 39% on the same time last year (yes, there’s a message there Ford - use it !). I also know that Ford in the US have good sales on a Hybrid version of the Escape - why dont they bring it here ?????????
I have promised myself that my next SUV will be a Hybrid, with build quality and functionality the next priorities. Brand loyalty will be at the bottom my my list - so a message to the manufacturers out there - go figure !
At the moment, I have more faith in Toyota eventually releasing the Kluger Hybrid here (Hybrid Kluger aka Highlander in the US is released in Oct 07) than either Ford Holden introducing Hybrids into the Captiva or Territory, so for the moment I save my pennies and wait - time is on my side, but I dont think Ford Aus has that luxury.
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May 13th, 2008 at 9:57 pm
You guys don’t realise what great value for money the Territory is. Suggest you go and sit in the new CX9 and feel how Claustrophobic it is. Ford don’t need to muck around to much with the shape, it’s ok. It’s only that there’s so many around, it’s becomes a bit ho-hum for you guys. The big draw back with the Territory is that it performs like a slug. This motor is terrific in a Falcon but you definitely need the turbo engine and 6 speed trans. So, who’s got happy snaps of the new model ?
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September 7th, 2008 at 2:10 am
iam the happy owner of a SY feb 2007 Territory turbo ghia, my friends who have travelled with me are impressed by its agility and power for a large vehicle, admittedly it likes a drink but if one does ones homework and checks all the specs one is prepared to pay for the fuel. iam looking forward to the update which i read about in fridays paper, hopefully it will have all the good features of the new Falcon G6ET including an upgrade in power and torque to 270kw and 550Nm and maybe using slightly less fuel. I have used my Terri for just about anything from camping to moving furniture and saving money on deiveries, the last one transporting my new 52″ lcd tv. i hope to update before we loose the famous Aussie i6, before the yankie v6 gets placed in the Falcons and Territories. its pleasing there could be a diesel option for those who want it and iam looking forward to an updated interior with the smarter HMI display and digital speedo for easier setting of the cruise control. Also good news that it looks like Territory should be around for at least another 5 years and i love the 6 speed auto, so easy to select through the gears without a jagged J gate configuration as i’ve juggled with in some rental cars. i’ve also read the Territory is just as good to drive as the BMW X5 but at hald the purchase price…go Aussie Territory !! :)
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September 7th, 2008 at 2:15 am
oh and i forgot to mention the reversing camera is tops, when i drive someone elses car i instinctively look for it, and wasnt it Ford that first invented and introduced cup holders, no i dont work for Ford…!
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October 14th, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Well, waited years for one of these. Don’t ever want another one. Problems of smokey engine started after approx 600 -800 K’s (After other issues) Brand new car, June 2008 SR . Now done 6,500 K’s on second motor,( looking at a third motor ). Problem still not fixed. Waiting for someone to report my car to the EPA. I can not understand why Ford finds it so hard to replace my car, save their reputation and customer relationships, find the problem and correct the next model.
Then there is the really noisy petrol pump, standard I am told and the petrol consumption (GASP)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anyone had a “smokey engine”- (Rev car after idling on slight incline eg about 8-12 degrees or so ) Please try it, mine can not be the only one!
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November 11th, 2008 at 11:46 pm
Tilly Thompson
I am also very keen on a new Territory Turbo next year (base model). I want to trade my 10year old Jackaroo. After my VE SS Commodore,(which I will keep) I want a 4WD that drives more like a car. I will also use it for work, which involves construction sites, mainly roadworks jobs. I have a concern about the reduced ground clearance. You use yours for camping - is it OK on gravel tracks etc, if driven carefully, or does it hit bottom and do any damage?
Also, is the ride on rougher bitumen roads fairly comfortable?
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