Ford Territory (China) Explained

Ford Territory
Manufacturer:JMC-Ford
Production:2018–present
Class:Compact crossover SUV
Body Style:5-door SUV
Layout:Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Related:Yusheng S330
Predecessor:Ford Escape (Middle East, South America, Philippines and Vietnam)

The Ford Territory is a compact crossover SUV produced by Ford through the JMC-Ford joint venture in China since 2018. It reuses the nameplate from the previous Australian market Territory crossover, with no relations between them.[1] [2]

The first-generation model was introduced in China in 2018 as a rebadged and modified Yusheng S330 which is produced by Ford partner JMC.[3] In 2022, Ford used the nameplate for the export version of the Equator Sport, which is also produced by JMC-Ford in China.

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First generation (CX743; 2018)

First generation
Model Code:CX743
Production:2018–2023
Assembly:China: Nanchang (JMC Nanchang Assembly Plant)
Engine:Petrol


1.5 L JX4G15C6L[4] [5] I4 turbo

Motor:Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (EV)
Transmission:6-speed manual
CVT
1-speed direct drive (EV)
Battery:49.14kWh liquid-cooled battery
Wheelbase:27161NaN1
Length:45801NaN1
Width:19361NaN1
Height:16741NaN1

The first-generation Chinese-made Territory was introduced during the 2018 Chengdu Auto Show in September 2018. It is based on the JMC-developed Yusheng S330 which was introduced for the Chinese market in 2016. The Territory went on sale in early 2019, with Ford China classifying it as an entry-level compact SUV in between the EcoSport and Escape.

The model is assembled at JMC Ford's plant in Nanchang, China.[6] [7] Despite not being offered in the Australian market, Ford Australia had input in the design and development of the new Territory. Ride, handling, and NVH were tuned at Ford's Geelong Proving Grounds in Australia and in Nanjing, China.

The Ford Territory was given a mild refresh in early 2020 prior to its introduction in export markets. Changes to the Territory include a gloss black grille with a new pattern and restyled LED taillights.[8]

From China, the model has been exported throughout South America and several left-hand drive Southeast Asian markets. The Territory was introduced in Brazil and Argentina on 7 August 2020,[9] with units arriving at Ford dealerships in Brazil in September 2020.[10] Pre-sale of the Territory in Chile began in the second half of August 2020 with deliveries in mid-September 2020.[11] In August 2020, it made its debut in the Philippine market,[12] and in Laos in December 2020.[13] The model was also released in Vietnam on 11 April 2021.[14]

Powertrain

The Territory is powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost 145 based on the JX4G15 gasoline engine developed by JMC and AVL. Ford of Europe also helped in developing the powerplant.[15] This engine features Miller cycle, and produces 1380NaN0 and 225Nm of torque.

In Argentina, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Chile, and Vietnam, the Territory's 1.5 turbo is rated at 1410NaN0 and 225Nm of torque,[16] [17] [18] [19] while in Brazil, it is rated at 1480NaN0 and 225Nm of torque.[20] A 48V mild-hybrid version is available in China.

Territory EV

In August 2019, Ford released an electric version of the Territory in China. It uses a electric motor, a liquid-cooled battery of 49.14 kWh and 360km (220miles) of NEDC range.[21]

Safety recalls

On 19 February 2021, Ford Philippines issued a recall on the Territory due to a faulty electric battery sensor or EBS bracket together with the wiring harness attached to the bracket.[22]

Second generation (CX743MCA; 2022)

Second generation
Model Code:CX743MCA
Production:2022–present
Assembly:China: Nanchang (JMC-Ford)
Vietnam: Hai Duong (Ford Vietnam; Territory)[23]
Aka:Ford Equator Sport (China)
Transmission:7-speed wet-clutch DCT[24]
Wheelbase:27261NaN1
Length:46301NaN1
Width:19351NaN1
Height:17061NaN1
Weight:NaN0NaN0
Predecessor:Ford Escape (fourth generation) (Middle East)

In May 2022, Ford introduced the second-generation Territory. Also produced in China by JMC Ford, it is the export market name of the Chinese market Equator Sport, a two-row version of the Equator.[25] While it is based on the previous generation Territory underpinnings, Ford heavily updated its exterior styling to align it with Ford's global design language.[26]

For the 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine option, the power output received a 170NaN0 increase to 1600NaN0. Ford also replaced the CVT gearbox from the previous generation in favour of a 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic gearbox.[27]

Markets

Mexico

The Territory was launched in Mexico on 5 October 2022, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend, and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.[28]

Vietnam

The Territory was launched in Vietnam on 10 October 2022, with three trim levels: Trend, Titanium and Titanium X. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.[29]

GCC

The Territory was launched in the GCC market in the Middle East on 28 October 2022, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.[30]

Philippines

The Territory (second generation model for the Philippines) was launched in the Philippines during the 2023 MIAS event on 13 April 2023, with two trim levels: Titanium and Titanium X. Both variants are powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.[31]

In May 2024, a new Sport trim was added as the flagship trim.[32]

South Africa

The Territory went on sale in South Africa on 11 March 2024, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine. It is the first right-hand drive market for the Territory.[33]

Sales

!Year!China[34] [35] !Philippines!Brazil!Mexico
201947,893
202031,0241,925[36] 1,512[37]
202133,8356,881[38] 2,232[39]
202212,347976[40] 2,033[41]
20231,6969,119[42] 1,324[43] 12,313[44]

Notes and References

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  2. Web site: Deriquito . Joey . 2020-07-06 . All-new 2020 Ford Territory to launch soon in the Philippines . 2021-01-20 . AutoDeal.
  3. Web site: de Feijter . Tycho . 2018-08-08 . Desperate Times: New Ford Territory SUV For China Is Just A Rebadged JMC . 2021-01-20 . CarNewsChina.com.
  4. Web site: 江铃新1.5T是不是福特的?拆了才知道!. Autohome . 2016-08-03 . 2021-01-20.
  5. Web site: 江铃福特领界S 一款让消费者一心可以二用的车 . Southcn.com . 2020-07-06 . 2021-01-20.
  6. Web site: 【图】2019年初上市 江铃福特Territory官图_汽车之家 . 2018-08-08 . Autohome.
  7. Web site: 【领界】福特_领界报价_领界图片_汽车之家 . 2019-08-20 . Autohome.
  8. Web site: Rodriguez . Henrique . 2020-05-20 . Ford Territory muda visual e mantém motor fraco antes de chegar ao Brasil . 2021-01-20 . Quatro Rodas.
  9. Web site: Ford Territory: cuenta regresiva . Mega Autos . 2020-07-26 . 2021-01-20.
  10. Web site: Ford Territory chega em setembro com pré-venda a partir do dia 7 de agosto . Nicolas . Tavares . . 2020-07-22. 2021-01-20.
  11. Web site: Palomino . Marcelo . 2020-08-19 . Ford Territory en Chile: 5 razones para elegirlo . 2021-01-20 . Autocosmos.
  12. Web site: New Ford Territory all set for Philippine launch on August 14 . Bryan Aaron . Rivera . AutoDeal . 2020-08-03 . 2021-01-20.
  13. Web site: LAO FORD CITY - Home. 2021-01-25. 2021-01-29. https://web.archive.org/web/20210129214503/https://www.laofordcity.com/en/. dead.
  14. Web site: Ford Vietnam launches Territory crossover . Xeoto.com.vn . Vietnam . 11 April 2021.
  15. Web site: So, Is the Ford Territory American or Chinese? . CarGuide.Ph . 2020-08-14.
  16. Web site: Nueva Territory . . 2021-01-20.
  17. The PH-spec Ford Territory packs a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine; prices start at P1.179-M . Drei . Laurel . . . 2020-08-14 . 2021-01-20.
  18. Web site: The All-New Ford Territory . . . 2020-08-07 . 2021-01-20.
  19. Web site: All New Territory . . 2021-01-20.
  20. Web site: REVISÃO PREÇO FIXO FORD. SEU CARRO NOVO POR MAIS TEMPO. . . 2021-01-20.
  21. Web site: Ford Territory EV Crossover Enters Chinese Market At Under $28,000. 2021-11-06. InsideEVs. en.
  22. Web site: Altoveros . Jose . 2021-02-19 . Ford PH issues recall for Territory crossover . . Philippines . 2021-02-19.
  23. News: Ford Territory chốt ngày ra mắt Việt Nam: Giá dự kiến từ 830 triệu, áp lực mới cho CX-5 và Tucson. Minh. Quốc. 30 September 2022. AutoPro. vi.
  24. News: Ford Equator Sport to arrive in Vietnam as the next-generation Territory. Top Gear Philippines. 27 July 2022.
  25. Web site: 2022-04-29 . Ford rebrands Equator Sport as next-gen 2023 Territory - Auto News . 2022-05-01 . AutoIndustriya.com . en.
  26. Web site: 2023-11-17 . 2023 Ford Territory Titanium Review . 2024-04-21 . AutoDeal . en.
  27. Web site: De Guzman . Marcus . 2023-04-13 . MIAS 2023: All the specs, features of all-new Ford Territory . 2024-04-21 . Autoindustriya.
  28. Web site: Ford Territory 2023: precio y lanzamiento oficial en México de la nueva SUV para el mercado nacional que llegará desde China. Aleyda. Ángel. 23 September 2022. 29 November 2022. www.xataka.com.mx. es-MX.
  29. Web site: Nguyen . Khoi . 2022-10-10 . Ra mắt Ford Territory tại Việt Nam: Giá từ 822 triệu, rẻ nhất phân khúc, nhiều công nghệ đe nẹt Tucson, Sportage . 2024-03-18 . AutoPro . vi.
  30. Web site: All-New Ford Territory debuts in the Middle East . 2022-11-07 . TradeArabia.
  31. News: MIAS 2023: All-new Ford Territory launched; here's everything you need to know about it. Top Gear Philippines. 13 April 2023.
  32. News: 2024-05-08 . What Do You Get With The P 1.625M Ford Territory Sport? . CarGuide.PH.
  33. News: Du Toit . Albert . 2024-03-11 . New Ford Territory goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing and specifications . TopAuto . en.
  34. Web site: 2019-03-03. Ford Territory China auto sales figures. 2021-04-01. carsalesbase.com. en-US.
  35. Web site: 领界销量查询,领界销量排行,领界历史销量查询 - 车主之家 . 2024-01-30 . xl.16888.com.
  36. News: Ford Philippines Reinforces Leadership in Pickup, SUV Segments in 2020. en. Ford Philippines. 2021-04-17.
  37. Web site: Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2020. 2021-04-17. AUTOO.
  38. News: Here is Ford PH's per-model sales breakdown in 2021. Sarne. Vernon. visor.ph. 21 January 2022.
  39. Web site: Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2021. 2022-01-11. AUTOO. 3 January 2021 . pt-BR.
  40. Web site: Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2022. AUTOO . pt-BR. 3 February 2022 .
  41. Web site: García . Gerardo . 2023-01-07 . Los 371 autos más vendidos de México en 2022: el ranking completo con todos los modelos . Motorpasión México . es.
  42. News: Mangubat . Leandro . 2024-01-11 . Guess how many cars Ford PH sold last year . VISOR.
  43. Web site: Carros mais vendidos do Brasil em 2023 . AUTOO . 8 February 2023 . pt-BR.
  44. Web site: García . Gerardo . 2024-01-10 . Los autos más vendidos en México en 2023: así queda el ranking con los 389 modelos . Motorpasión México . es.