Ford EcoSport Storm is based on the namesake concept from 2014 Sao Paulo Auto Show; receives several visual upgrades
We reported a couple of weeks back that Ford was working on launching a new top-of-the-line variant in Brazil and it has happened finally. Dubbed the EcoSport Storm, the new variant of the popular SUV comes wearing several visual upgrades over the standard model. It has taken inspiration from the Ford EcoSport Storm concept that was showcased at the 2014 Sao Paulo Auto Show. The official pictures are revealed just a while after the car was spied without camouflage.
The EcoSport Storm comes sporting several unique design elements over the standard SUV. It gets an unique carbon black front grille with Raptor like ‘STORM’ lettering at the thick horizontal slat at the centre that enhances its visual appeal. The headlamps get smoky appearance and fog lamps receive black garnishing. Ford has added sleek black stripes on the hood of the SUV, which meets the A-pillar and there’s also an unique skid plate similar to the Endeavour.
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The visual upgrades are visible at side profile of the car as well. There are flared fenders with black cladding and a thick black strip is also there with STORM lettering. Door handles of the SUV have received matte black paint and same colour has been applied to the cross roof rack as well. It runs on black alloy wheels. Adding zing to the special edition of the Ford EcoSport is the sunroof.
Moving to the back of the SUV, there are some unique styling touches as well. In Brazilian market, Ford EcoSport Storm will be available in new Brown Trancoso exterior colour only. The sporty Xenon headlamps comes with LED Daytime Running Lights, quirky body decals, Dark London Gray mirror caps, door handles and 17-inch alloy wheels, Storm lettering on spare wheel cover and cross bars on roof for storage purposes.
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Not only exterior, interior of the Ford EcoSport Storm has also received couple of update as well. These include a dual-tone paint scheme and orange body coloured trims at the door panels and centre console. Apart from that, the cabin dons Ebony black leather seats with Satin Orange stitching enhancing its visual style. Front seat backrests get STORM badge embroidered. Apart from that, there is a large 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Speaking about powertrain of the Ford EcoSport in Brazil, it gets a 2.0-litre Flex-fuel engine under hood that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine is capable of generating power output between 170 hp and 176 hp depending on fuel, while torque output ranges between 202 Nm and 221 Nm. Power is sent to all the four wheels through a 4WD system. The Storm variant is available only in 176 hp and 221 Nm configuration.
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The Ford EcoSport Storm has been priced at R$99,990 (approximately Rs. 20.19 lakh). It is not clear, if Ford will bring this car here in Indian market, but launching it in domestic market could certainly boost the SUV’s appeal further. Considering the pricing the chances are highly unlikely though. Ford has recently been spotted testing its Signature Edition of the EcoSport on local roads and it could launch soon.
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