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We know that Ford is positioning the new, upscale Vignale brand in Europe to fill a niche market of customers who want a bit more luxury, a lot more service and the same reliability and dependability that a non-Vignale Ford offers. But so far, weve been in the dark regarding how the Blue Oval will sell Vignale vehicles, how many of them will be created, and what the new sub-brand has in store for the future.

Gaetano Thorel, Fords European marketing head, recently was interviewed by Automotive News and shared details about Ford Vignale. Thorel says, "The Vignale trim line will be priced like an ST model but attract a completely different type of customer." Specifically, he says it will attract customers in the upper 15 percent of the price band who dont want a performance-oriented ST model. He adds that Vignale cars will be about 10 percent more expensive than Titanium-trim cars. About 500 of Fords European dealers will sell Vignale Fords, Thorel says, "in areas that make sense." The automaker expects 10 percent of its European sales to be Vignale cars, which equates to about 5 percent of its global sales. When asked if there are any other Vignale models planned beyond the Mondeo, Thorel said, "There is nothing written in stone yet."

Instead of tuning the engine, brakes and suspension for max performance, like Ford does with its ST line, a Vignale will grace occupants with luxurious attributes that are exclusive to the brand, "such as the unique chrome detailing, the exclusive leather-quilted seats and dashboard, a unique exterior color and all of Fords latest infotainment technologies," Thorel says.

But the material gains arent everything. Paying for a Vignale privileges customers with an encompassing, special ownership experience, which has been said to include free car washes for the life of the car. Thorel doesnt confirm the free car washes, unfortunately, but does say this "is in our plans." He goes on to say that a crucial part of owning a Vignale Ford is that customers will have a single dealership contact to help them deal with product and service needs.

European customers can start looking for the Mondeo VIgnale in participating dealerships when it launches in about 18 months.

Under its attractive and newly designed body of the 2013 new Ford Kuga is convincing with a significantly more generous space and space than its predecessor.


There have been revised almost all of the techniques used and widely improved. The sportiness of the new Kuga stands externally particularly visible, and the impression is confirmed later in the driving range.

The convenience benefits of the new Kuga is one of the exceptionally quiet interior. Ride, wind and road noise could be reduced significantly by consuming improvements in detail. It faces recurrent situations in which you could almost believe you drive an electric car, or in hybrid mode.

The progress are also due to the use of special measuring methods with elliptical acoustic mirrors with which the experts have tracked by Ford external noise and vibration sources and eliminated.


The improvements in the space just as impressive as the revised design of the passenger compartment and the controls of the driver. Also the use of new materials in the interior of the vehicle now evaluates the Kuga.

The luggage compartment is waiting for with an improved accessibility. Especially practical: the electrically operated tailgate can now be opened via a sensor in the bumper, and then closed again. Here we see the brilliant advantage that objects can not be invited to be made ​​just before the opening of the tailgate down.

The trunk itself is characterized by an increase in storage capacity of 46 liters, the split rear seat backs can be folded down with one hand and then give a flat load floor. Thus, a load volume of 481 liters, with 5-seater configuration and to 1653 liters with rear seats folded down and loading is up to the roof edge.

The engine of the new Ford Kuga will include the model introduction in March 2013 two petrol and two diesel engines. The petrol engines are a 1.6 liter each Eco-Boost engine with direct fuel injection. As a 4x2 driven variant, the engine 150 hp at 240 Nm and a 4x4 variant is the power of the engine increased to 182 hp at the same nominal output of 240 Nm.


The two initially offered diesel engines is true also that the 2.0-liter TDCi four-cylinder turbo-diesel in the type 4x2 an output of 140 hp with 320 Nm of uses in the four-wheel version 4x4, 162 hp and 340 Nm provided. During the first half of the year, Ford will have another diesel model, 2.0 TDCi 115 bhp, but bring only with 4x2 drive and manual transmission for sale.

Driving the new Kuga to take either a manual 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic - here called Ford PowerShift - which, however, can only be combined in conjunction with the two diesel variants with 140 and 162 hp. The 1.6 Eco-boost with 150 horsepower is merely purchase as 4x2 (only front wheel drive) model, the 2.0 TDCi 140 bhp can be ordered both as well as 4x2 and 4x4 versions.


The fuel consumption data from the overrun Ford combined at the two petrol engines between 6.6 and 7.7 liters per 100 km, at 154 and 179 g / km Emission value. The diesel engines are at 5.3 and 5.9 liters Verbrauch/100 miles and miles from emission values ​​of 139 and 154 g /.

Principle has to be said that even the basic trend is very comprehensive and includes the most important driver assistance systems. The variant increases Titanum these designs with further assistance systems, climate control, alloy wheels, leather interior and much more.



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In United States, the Ford F150 is still the measure of all things when it comes to the issue of pickup. For at least 180 countries of the world, Ford Ranger in the offer. The most powerful version of the 2013 Ford Ranger Wildtrak with the 3.2-liter TDCi, a five-cylinder diesel that delivers 147 kW (200 hp) and, moreover, is best equipped.

2012 Ford Ranger Wildtrak

The Type
It is a true SUV. The Ranger will be a soft flushed pickup that only satisfied customers lifestyle. Whether it comes to towing capacity, payload, wading or off-property. The Ranger surpasses the performance of some of its major competitors in some cases significantly. For example, should the new pickup in some versions of Ford pull up to 3,350-pound trailer. The Ford Ranger with the classic rear-wheel drive impresses with a maximum payload of 1206 kg after all! Even when fully loaded, the 4x4 versions crossing rivers with a depth of up to 80 inches (800 mm) with ease. And thanks to a ground clearance of up to 232 mm is also not a real problem difficult terrain

The fact that all the positive properties of off-road comfort was not neglected is reflected in many areas. The sound insulation was equally important as a review of the suspension on the front axle. The rear leaf springs were retained, but that does not show any negative effects in practical use.

With 23 storage and storage compartments inside the double cab is lifted from the Ranger also from its competitors. These range from a low shelf in the center console with a volume of 8.5 liters. In combination with the air conditioning system where they can be kept refrigerated up to six cans. The glove compartment is large enough for laptops with 15-inch monitor and the door shelves provide space for 1.5 liter bottles. There are also a number of smaller shelves for mobile phones and other small items. Below the rear seats are installed hidden compartments arranged to leave valuable items in which to place hidden from view.

Wildtrak including flagship six-speed automatic is fitted as standard including a 2-zone automatic climate control, cruise control and navigation system with 5-inch multifunction screen. The same applies to the Navi in ​​the included CD audio system with radio which is equipped with numerous interfaces for Bluetooth, USB and iPod connections via voice control, and includes a rearview camera display in rearview mirror.

The driving characteristics
Setback is 5.30 m long, the Ranger. Violently, but absolutely no problem. For the Ranger is easy to handle. Because among other things, helps the power steering, which works from lock to lock steering wheel turns with 3.5 and thus the most direct counts in this segment.

The dynamics in conjunction with the optional six-speed automatic transmission and the powerful torque of 470 Nm quite impressive. On the back seat thanks to the comfortable compared to the predecessors growing foot space travel possible on longer journeys.

In addition to standard equipment: ABS, ESP, hill-start assist and seven airbags can boast of the latest generation Ford Ranger with 5 stars in Euro NCAP crash test e. So far, the New Ranger is the only pickup that could meet the stringent requirements of this test method.


Specifications: 3.2 TDCi Ford Ranger Wildtrak

Engine: 5 cylinder diesel
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Displacement: 3198 cc
Power in kW / hp at rpm xy / 147 kW (200 hp) / 3,000
Max torque: 470 Nm at 2,750 rpm
Length / width / height in mm 5.351/1.850/1.821
Wheelbase: 3,220 mm in
Curb weight: 2191 kg
Perm. Total weight: 3.200 kg
Load volume: 1.18 cubic meters
Tires: 265/60 R 18
Wheels: 8 x 18 "light alloy
Speeding: not known
Maximum speed: 175 km / h
Fuel tank capacity: 80 liters
Combined transport fuel consumption: 10.4 liters per 100 km.

At SEMA 2012, the Grand Opening in Las Vegas, Ford will unveil a specially created for women of Mustang. Now you can choose from three designs, the winner.

Ford is the first time on the main tuning show in America, SEMA 2012, designed by women to imagine a Mustang and also sell via eBay for a good cause.

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About SBN (SEMA Business Womens Network) has been chosen three designs, which now attract the favor of customers. The winning design will then be made ​​to the SEMA as a single piece.

The model "High Gear" is a very luxurious version of the Ford Mustang and was provided with very subtle changes, a harmonious and elegant colors in the foreground.

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The second draft is the "chromatic" to choose who is struggling with something futuristic design and cheerful colors for the votes of the voters. The neon colors stand out particularly in the eye, the interior is brilliant white leather.

The third version of the Mustang "Fast Metal", which is reminiscent of the muscle car era and would like to achieve with muscular-eye and Three-color finish to win. Dark gray / gold tones in combination with red edged black stripe make the fast even when standing metal seem very dynamic.

Which model has won, then you will see at SEMA 2012, after which the Ford Mustang on eBay for auction.

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Ford Ranger 2016: The details - These are The New Features

Virtually indestructible, yet blessed versatile and with real terrain features, the Ford conquered Ranger the pickup segment and receives 2016 comprehensive model refinement that has it all: an even sharper exterior styling, a more up-assessed, modernized interior and a number of innovative technologies. But not enough: The more advanced engines provide a reduction in fuel consumption by up to 15 percent. The launch of the redesigned 2016 Ford Ranger is expected in the 1st quarter of 2016.

2016 Ford Ranger

New face for the number 1
The Ford Ranger is under the pickups so popular that it 2014, with 4,578 new registrations and a market share of 31.9 percent, led the segment. 2011 was Fords share of the German pickup segment only 16.8 percent - came to 2012, the new Ranger.

The beefy, muscular design white impress: At the front of the new Ford Rangers immediately of even more striking trapezoidal radiator grille, while the now sharper designed headlights provide a distinctive look. The contoured hood, the relatively flat sloped windshield and the broad-shouldered drawn from the body fender flares emphasize the sporty and dynamic appearance.

Engines: Powerful and up to 15 percent more economical
As a basis for strong performance, high payload and towing capacity of the new Ford Ranger prove the powerful and efficient diesel engines - each in combination with a manual six-speed manual or a modern six-speed automatic:


Ford Ranger 3.2 TDCi (200 PS): For maximum performance and tow loads of the latest generation of the proven 3.2-liter TDCi five-cylinder diesel engine is available. Among the upgrades of the updated unit counts the revised exhaust gas recirculation to increase efficiency - with an engine power of 200 hp unchanged and a maximum torque of 470 Nm rich.

Ford Ranger 2.2 TDCi (130 PS and 160 PS PS): The new Ranger, there is also a 2.2-liter TDCi four-cylinder diesel engine with either 130 hp or - in combination with a standard start-stop system - will also be available with 160 hp. Depending on model and options, the fuel consumption is reduced by up to 15 percent. Additional data were Ford not yet known.

Excellent terrain features: The really what
The Ford Ranger, we subjected the test itself, remains one of the most powerful cars in its class: the fording depth is 80 inches and the ground clearance of 23 inches - so that the new Ranger is confident in extreme terrain ahead. Thanks to the slope angle of 28 degrees forward and 25 degrees backward, the driver even handles steep obstacles. For comparison should serve an off-road icon that shows how terrain is the Ranger: The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has a fording depth of 60 inches, a ground clearance of 21 centimeters and slope angle of 36 degrees forward and 27 degrees backward.

By means of electronically controlled transfer case, the driver at the wheel models of the Rangers while driving via a rotary knob on the center console easily switch from 4x2 to 4x4 mode. For a high torque at low speeds or when traveling downhill with the engine brake is low gears in the 4x4 mode can even load when the electronic blocking the optionally available rear differential enhances traction in difficult conditions. In addition, a high towing capacity of up to 3,500 kilograms.


While the current Ranger model generation is already known for its excellent handling, Ford improved in the new model continues the chassis. An example is the electric power steering (EPAS) to provide precise steering and a natural feel. With EPAS, the steering is smooth maneuvering during slow, as when parking, and precise at higher speeds. By eliminating the power steering pump, as it enters a traditional power steering used EPAS also leads to a much quieter vehicle operation while improving fuel efficiency by up to three percent.

Interior and SYNC 2: The hears every word
The style of the updated exterior styling continued the makers in the interior, which now offers the driver and passengers a more comfortable environment. For the design of the interior materials went into service, which are both attractive and durable and hard-wearing. The cockpit has now a pleasant car appearance, but is so practical and functional as ever. The double-cabin version also offers the back seat three adults comfortably. There are also numerous storage options that accommodate loose sometimes even notebooks and tablets.



Also new: The connectivity system "Ford SYNC 2" with a centrally positioned, high-resolution 8-inch touch screen (20.3 inches measured diagonally) is also available for the new Ranger. In addition to voice control of air conditioning, audio and entertainment features offers "Ford SYNC 2", a navigation system with split-screen display for detailed route instructions and 3D representations of intersections and specific milestones distinguished.

Entering a new navigation destination Ford also improved: The destination address must not be longer fashionable in individual steps, but can now be notified of speech recognition in a sentence. Known "points of interest", such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Cologne Cathedral, the system finds even without exact address details. For those looking for a restaurant, it is sufficient to activate voice control by pressing a button and simply, "Im hungry" to say. Already on the monitor screen a list of those restaurants that are located nearby.

In addition, a simple enough command such as "Maximum cooling" or "temperature 20 degrees" to control the air conditioning. Music fans can also look forward to the improved operation of the audio system: simply connect MP3 players, call song and / or artist and enjoy. A 240-volt outlet in the new Ranger provides additional comfort: Move electrical devices can be connected or recharge.



Driver Wizard: upgraded for safety
Also in terms of safety and comfort of the Ford Ranger equipped on. Lane Assist (Lane Keeping Aid) prevents the unintentional lane departure, while the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) allows driving at a pre-selected speed, taking into account the prevailing traffic conditions. The corresponding Collision Warning (FA - Forward Alert) warns falls below a critical safety distance by means of optical and acoustic signals in front of a rear-end collision.

In addition, the front and rear sensors give audible warnings when the Ranger approaches an obstacle, such as during parking maneuvers. A reversing camera also allows a glimpse behind the vehicle. Also on board: an electronic Stability Programme (ESP), a Hill Start Assist, a hill descent control and a safety brake assist.

Rocking movements of the instrument in hazardous trailer on the electronic brakes specific from one or more wheels, vehicle and trailer to go quiet again straight. About the adaptive load control, the Ford Ranger 2016 sure that each electronic chassis intervention takes into account the particular loading condition.

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Ford presented at the GoFurther - Events announced 15 new models for Europe, and also premiered the new 2013 Ford Mondeo.


Based on the global "One Ford" product strategy, we can look forward in the next 5 years over 15 new Ford models, the first time it is also the next Ford Mustang come across the official Ford-sales network to Europe.

During the event, Ford has also presented the first information and pictures of the new Mondeo. The new Mondeo is the base tells the U.S. model Ford Fusion, but quite adapted to European tastes go.


So it is the Ford Mondeo as before in three body styles give (5-door, 4-door and station wagon), but the first time is based on the sedan, a hybrid version of the offer. For class-leading fuel consumption and emission values ​​then will the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine in the Mondeo care.

Debut in the Mondeo and the combination of a diesel engine and all-wheel drive, with which the Ford Fiesta deliver not only outstanding traction, handling and performance characteristics, but will also excel in efficiency.


First car in its class, listens to the newly developed Ford Mondeo with adaptive full-LED headlamps. Other innovations on board one of the new multi-media connectivity system, Ford SYNC including operating system, MyFord Touch, which provides among other things a central 8 "touchscreen and connectivity for up to five mobile devices via Wi-Fi.

To provide more security for the first time in the Mondeo airbelt for the rear passengers, making the U.S. company once again proves its ability to innovate.


In addition to the Mondeo can be curious also to the expansion of off-line, here is Ford bringing three new models to Europe. The smallest SUV, the Ford EcoSport will go to the start, which is already available in Asia and place within the next 18 months is also the way to Europe.


Somewhat earlier, in early 2013, the new Kuga will celebrate its premiere in Europe. With a modern design and a top-end features to the compact off-roader with the VW Tiguan and Co. make good terrain.


Above the Kugas still room for the Ford Edge will be the already enjoys great popularity in the U.S.. The crossover model from Ford boasts a sporty design and a classy amenities.

U.S. car lovers can also look forward to the next generation of the Ford Mustang, the time will find their way to Europe. The engineers from Europe to work with the new generation Mustang already busy, so the Mustang not only looks sporty, it is so moving. It will have the genes of the Focus RS and ST and thereby set new standards also driving dynamics.

Mount the EcoBoost version 1.6, peppered the city car Ford.



How can you call the more thrust from the Fiesta? ST, of course, the name that has always distinguished between the more peppery version of Ford city car. But for drive it, or just admire it, have to wait until next year.

Mount the four-cylinder Ecoboost 1.6-liter, 180 horsepower and will have a racing look, with spoilers and appendices that they wish to track. The structure will be lowered by 1.5 cm. Performance: 225 km / h top speed, 7 seconds to cover the 0-100. Ford will also carry a variant of true racing.