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Carnatics-The New Figo

Here Figo The selling line for this mini car is ‘style meets affordability’ and I believe that line is true of this entry level, Ford Figo. From the chiselled lines to the sporty interior as well as the air-con and dual air-bags. You do not expect such features in entry level cars. Though I was a bit disappointed by the manual window winder, I was comforted by the price; BWP109 000. But it is an entry level and a stylish one for that matter. The one I test drove was a diesel derivative, the 1.4l Duratorq which delivers 51kw at 4000 revs per minute as its maximum power. Torque is impressive for a car so small; 160Nm at 2000 revs per minute. Steering wheel feedback is also good and makes the car feel a bit heavy and therefore giving the driver a feeling of being in control. The diesel engine also has hums in a somewhat heavy voice which gives an impression that it is a power packed machine. Although it is entry level, Ford did not go soft on safety for this car. The power assisted ABS wi