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Planning to buy a used Ford Endeavor SUV? here are the pros and cons

July 5, 2022
Bharat Times

The Ford Endeavor has been one of the most popular models in the full-size SUV segment in India. Globally called the Everest, the model first came to India in 2003 as the Ford Endeavor, while the second-gen model was launched in 2016. However, the Endeavor was discontinued in India after Ford decided to end local production in 2021. Over the years, Endeavor has carved a strong niche for itself among enthusiasts, and it is still in demand in the used car market. So, if you too are planning to buy a pre-owned Ford Endeavor, here are some advantages and disadvantages that you should consider.

Pros:

  1. The Endeavor is a highly capable SUV. It has an attractive road presence due to its sheer size and high riding stance and is bound to stand out among the sea of ​​cars on the road. The new generation model also looks quite good in our opinion.
  2. The Endeavor shows high speed stability and feels fast on its feet despite its weight of over 2 tons. The ride quality is also good as it takes all the broken roads and potholes in its grip.
  3. The SUV is also a formidable 4×4 and if you get the new-gen model then you will also get its very capable terrain management system which gives you different driving modes like sand, snow and gravel.
  4. The second generation Endeavor gets features like LED lights, hands-free tailgate release and closure, 360-degree camera with Auto Park Assist, Ford’s Sync-3 connectivity system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and 10-speed. automatic gearbox.

Shortcoming:

  1. The BS6 variant of the Endeavor comes with a 2.0-litre diesel that feels a bit underpowered compared to the older 3.2-litre unit. So, if you’re in the market for an Endeavor, the 3.2-litre diesel is a good fit for you.
  2. Ford has ceased local production in India and like other models, the Ford Endeavor has been discontinued in our market. Therefore, in the long run, after sales and spare parts availability can be a problem.
  3. Endeavor is literally a gas passer. It is heavy and it takes a toll on the fuel economy of the SUV.
  4. The SUV is also quite expensive, even by the standards of older cars. Well, you can get one of the older first-gen models for as little as Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakhs, but a new second-gen Endeavor could cost you around 10 times that price. Ford Endeavor used for less than 5 years can cost around Rs. 18 lakhs to Rs. 30 lakhs depending on the model and its condition.