2011 Ford Territory: Redesigned Australian Crossover Teased

Ford Motor Corp.'s Australian division has released a teaser illustration of its new-look 2011 Territory, some six months ahead of the crossover's market launch. The current Territory is based on the underpinnings of the local market Falcon sedan and was first introduced in Australia in 2004 having received some subtle updates throughout its production life.

It is believed that the 2011 Territory will continue to make use of current model's platform adding fresh styling inside and out, plus a number of technology highlights, including the introduction of turbo-diesel power.

"The Ford Territory set a new benchmark when it was first released and it is set to achieve this again – and more," said Bob Graziano, President and CEO of Ford Australia. "This is an exceptional SUV. It wears an exciting new look and will boast an extensive list of technical highlights. The Ford Australia team is taking the Territory to an all-new level of performance, refinement and quality, and customers will definitely experience these advancements when they drive it."

Although Ford did not get into any details on the powertrain options in the press release, the company had previously announced that the updated Territory would benefit from the introduction of the Ford and Peugeot-Citroen PSA co-developed 2.7-liter V6 turbo diesel engine.

There's also a strong possibility that Ford may add its 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine to the range, as the new powerplant has already been confirmed for the Australian market Falcon.

The company also noted that in the next 18-months, approximately 85 percent of the entire Ford Australia new-model catalog will either be replaced or updated. New models planned for Australia include the latest iteration of the Focus and the Aussie-designed Ranger pickup truck, which was recently revealed at the Sydney Motor Show.

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Ford Australia to offer Falcon RWD Sedan with 2.0-liter Turbo Four, Territory gets V6 Diesel

The first application of Ford's new 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine in a rear-wheel drive vehicle will be on the Australian market Falcon sedan, the U.S.-based automaker announced today. The new powerplant that uses petrol turbocharged direct-injection technology will be available in Australia from 2011. According to the Ford, the new EcoBoost four-pot will "deliver the power and refinement of a six-cylinder" but with 15-20 percent better fuel economy than the firm's 4.0-liter straight-six engine.

The company also announced its plans to introduce the Ford and Peugeot-Citroen PSA co-developed 2.7-liter V6 turbo diesel engine to the Australian market Territory SUV. Ford said that the diesel powerplant will improve fuel economy and reduce greenhouse gases compared to the 4.0-liter 6-cylinder petrol engine.

"Today's announcements put Ford Australia in a strong position for profitable growth in today's auto industry," said Marin Burela, President & CEO of Ford Australia. "We are ensuring our core Falcon and Territory vehicles will have the most advanced, high-tech and cleanest engines possible. At the same time, this represents the biggest environmental transformation in the fifty-year history of Ford Falcon by giving buyers the newest engine in the Ford Motor Company stable."

Aside from the turbocharged V6 diesel and four-cylinder engines, the company said that it will also present a new, more technologically advanced version of its LPG engine for the Falcon sedan.

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Ford FVP F6 X: 362 Hp Territory Crossover Unveiled In Sydney

Ford Australia’s sport division, FPV (Ford Performance Vehicles) unveiled the first non-Falcon vehicle (though it is based on the Falcon platform) in its range, the F6 X, at the 2007 Sydney Motorshow. Derived from Ford's Territory vehicle family, the FPV F6 X is powered by a turbocharged 4.0-litre in-line six-cylinder engine, producing 362 Hp of power and 550 Nm – 406 lbs/ft of torque, matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission and a full-time All-Wheel-Drive system. -Continued after the jump

FPV engineers re-tuned the suspension of the Territory to produce a firmer sports feel while braking performance has been enhanced by the fitment of Brembo six-piston front calipers and a new FPV calibration for the ABS and DSC systems

Cosmetically, the F6 X exterior styling cues include a front mesh grille insert, rear spoiler and alloy running boards with a matching body color surround, metal accents on the front skid plate, bonnet air scoop, door mirror scalps and rear skid plate along with 18-inch five-spoke alloys in Alpine Silver finish.

Inside the F6 X gets a two-tone leather seat trim while the instrument cluster features the FPV logo, an engine speed red line and distinctive FPV blue illumination. FPV scuff plates and alloy pedals along with a build plate mounted on the gear selector surround complete the list of interior appointments.

According to Ford Australia, the new FPV F6 X is due to go on sale in early 2008 with pricing to be released closer to launch.