Ford India Introduced Ikon Plus: New Variant of The Ikon Start from 5.17 Lakhs

Ford India introduced a new variant of the Ikon today. The new Ford Ikon Plus comes loaded with state-of-the-art accessories as a comprehensive package enhancing the style and comfort of the vehicle.

The Ford Ikon Plus variant is an outcome of customers' evolving needs and feedback. The Ikon Plus is available at a special attractive price of Rs. 5.77 /- lacs for the Diesel variant and Rs. 5.17 /- lacs for the Petrol variant (ex showroom, New Delhi).

The Ford Ikon Plus is attractive on the outside as it is comfortable inside. The macho exterior is augmented with 13" Hyper silver alloy wheels and chrome on the decklid handle & exhaust trims. The immaculate interiors come replete with leather vinyl seats and IPod-compatible MP3 player. The Ikon Plus also boasts of eminent security features such as remote keyless entry and anti-theft alloy wheel nuts.

''The new variant is a follow up to the terrific response witnessed on the Ikon iKool last year. We believe that the new plus pack is further reinforcement to push the limits to give our customers more style, safety and comfort features,'' said Nigel Wark, executive director, marketing, sales and service, Ford India.

Recognized in the year 2009 with two significant and credible JD Power Awards for Dependability and New Vehicle Initial Quality, the Ikon's sales performance resulted in 196% sales growth in 2009 over the previous year. Another noteworthy achievement was last year's Autocar's 'Ikon 20000km cross country drive', demonstrating Ikon's superior fuel efficiency, clocking fuel economy of 28.54 KMPL and an extremely low running expense measured as cost per km of Rs 1.39 per / km.

With more than 1,20,000 vehicles on the road, the Ford Ikon continues to offer a great combination of class-leading fuel efficiency, superior driving experience and great value proposition in the entry level sedan segment.

Courtsey: india.ford.com

New Ford Ikon iKool Car Launched in India

New Ford Ikon iKool Car Launched in IndiaA new Ford Ikon iKool variant has been announced by Ford India which claims to be a feature - rich blend of advanced hi-tech features, sophisticated design and unmatched drive performance that customers would love to flaunt. Starting 12th August the Ford Ikon iKool will be available at all Ford dealerships across India at a price point of Rs. 4.82 lakh for petrol and Rs. 5.42 lakh for diesel version (ex-showroom New Delhi).

The Ford Ikon iKool comes loaded, the exterior features new Ford Ikon iKool badging, chrome deck lid appliqué, Black BSPM and spoiler that define the exterior with crisp, sculpted lines and a confident stance for an overall stylish look.

"The Ikon iKool is a fun to drive yet economical car. Its new feature rich persona along with legendary driving characteristics will appeal to the upwardly mobile and ambitious customers who want their car to complement their active lifestyles." said Nigel Wark, executive director, marketing, sales and service, Ford India.

The highlight of the interior is the iPod compatible Mp3 audio system which, along with the remote keyless entry anti-theft system and matching seat covers enhances the comfort and safety.

It has also be reported that for the first time since its decade-old presence, Ford India has begun exporting its cars in huge volumes from Chennai. Although it has shipped out only 158 units to Durban, the Indian arm of the Detroit-based automaker is drawing up plans to export more models in the future, including its upcoming small car. It is highly likely that the company will be exporting its models to various Asia-Pacific nations and Africa by next year.

Source: wheelsunplugged.com