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| Ford Territory | |
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| Ford | |
| aka | FPV F6X |
| Production | 2004 - present |
| Class | Mid-size SUV |
| Body Style | 5 dr 5-7 seat Wagon |
| Length | 4856 mm |
| Width | 1898 mm |
| Height | 1714 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2842 mm |
| Weight | 1995-2145 kg |
| Transmission | 4 speed Automatic 6 speed Automatic, RWD(AWD) |
| Engine | 4.0L Barra 4.0L Barra Turbo (245T) |
| Power | N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | Toyota Kluger Toyota Kluger II Holden Adventra Audi Allroad Quattro Mazda CX-9 |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Ford Territory is a crossover SUV built by Ford Australia that was introduced in April 2004 and produced until October 2016. It is based on the EA169 platform introduced by the 2002 BA series Falcon, and its internal project codename was E265. Winner of various automotive awards since its introduction, the Territory was the first SUV to win the coveted Australian title of Wheels Car of the Year in 2004, courtesy of acceptable handling and child carrying capacity.
Ford Australia reportedly spent A$500 million on developing this vehicle over a four-year period. Many Australian toolmakers were lauded for their cost competitiveness in keeping this cost so low, not as cheap as the Japanese, but much lower than Detroit-based cars. Detroit was very appreciative of this cost saving from Australia, but soon turned its back when the Territory was unveiled. Apart from being the first and only Australian-made SUV, it was also the first local vehicle to feature electronic stability control.
Production of the Territory ended on 7 October 2016.
See Autopedia's comprehensive <MODEL> Review.
Recent Changes[]
- In 2009, Ford Australia released the Limited Edition Ford Territory. Based on the TS model, the Limited Edition gets leather seats, Garmin Nuvi 255 Portable Satellite Navigation System, unique 18 inch alloy wheels and "Limited Edition" badging at $45,990 driveaway. [3]
- For 2009MY, the Territory receives a mid-cycle facelift.
- In 2005, the 6 speed ZF automatic transmission from the BF Falcon became available in all AWD Territory models.
Styles and Major Options[]
TX[]
- 4.0L engine with 4 speed Automatic with Sequential Sportshift, RWD
- Dual front and side curtain airbags
- Acutrac system incorporating ABS, Dynamic Stability Control and Traction Control
- 17 inch Alloy wheels
- Air conditioning
- CD player
- Cruise control
- Power windows and mirrors
- Auto headlamps on/off
- 30 storage compartments
- 4 way power driver's seat
Optionals
- Full-time All Wheel Drive with 6 speed Automatic with Sequential Sportshift
- 7 seats
TS[]
- 7 seats
- Reverse camera
- Rverse sensing system
- Dual zone climate control air conditioning
- Leather wrap steering wheel handbrake and gearshift
- Prenium audio system with 6 disc in-dash CD player
Optionals
- Full-time All Wheel Drive with 6 speed Automatic with Sequential Sportshift
- Satellite navigation
Ghia[]
- 18 inch alloy wheels
- 6 way driver's seat with memory
- Power ajdustable foot pedals
- Electrochromatic rear vision mirror (auto dimming)
- Alpine rear DVD system
- Side steps
- Privacy glass
- LED side mirror indicators
Optionals
- Full-time All Wheel Drive with 6 speed Automatic with Sequential Sportshift
- Satellite navigation
Ghia Turbo[]
- Same features of Ghia AWD
- Unique 18 inch alloy wheels
- Bonnet scoop
- Dual exhuast outlets with chrome tips
- Front sports seats
- Perforated leather seat inserts and sports steering wheel
- Turbo Blue centre console with Satin chrome accents
- Sports instrument cluster with Turbo Blue background
Pricing[]
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| MODEL Trims | |||||||
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| TX | TX AWD | TS | TS AWD | Ghia | Ghia AWD | Turbo | Ghia Turbo |
| MSRP | |||||||
| $37,990 AUD | $42,990 AUD | $43,990 AUD | $48,990 AUD | $51,990 AUD | $56,990 AUD | $53,990 AUD | $65,490 AUD |
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Gas Mileage[]
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As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
First generation
| Trim | ||
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| RWD | AWD | Turbo |
| L/100 km | ||
| 12.2 | 12.8 | 14.2 |
Current generation
| Trim | ||
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| RWD | AWD | Turbo |
| L/100 km | ||
| 11.6 | c/h | c/h |
Engine and Transmission[]
Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.
Performance[]
Towing capacity: 2300 kg
Reliability[]
RECALL ALERT: More than 83,500 SX and SY Territories had been recalled to fix a fluid leak from the front brake hoses. [4]
RECALL ALERT: Nearly 5000 Territories are afftected with floor mats that stick to the accelerator pedal much like the same problems with many Toyotas including the Prius. [5]
According to Car Survey.org, the average reliability rating for the Ford Territory is 7.25 points out of 10.
Ball joint and front suspension failure[]
The flawed front suspension design is an evident problem in Series I Territories. With one of the problems, the ball joints wear out excessively to the point of failure. One owner experienced the problem and had the ball joints in his car replaced every 45,000 kilometres (28,000 miles) and they show signs of wear. Another problem is when a front axle from a 2005 model fell off. The owner heard scraping noises and she felt unsafe about driving her Territory. Many owners are frustrated emotionally and financially with their Territories and the whole company.
Safety[]
The Ford Territory earned 4 stars in the 2006 round of ANCAP through frontal and side impact crash testing. The TX Territory attained a score of 29.57 out of 37. The TS Territory underwent a pole test with side curtain airbags available to earn an extra 2 points.
Safety features
- Dual airbags
- Side thorax airbags
- Side curatin airbags (TX optional)
- Anti-lock Brakes
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Seatbelt reminder (Driver)
- Centre lap/sash seatbelt
Photos[]
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Colors[]
- Silk (Light Blue)
- Steel (Blue Metallic)
- Ego (Black)
- Silhouette (Warmish Black)
- Kashmir
- Winter White
- Lightning Strike (Silver)
- Velvet (Maroon)
- Seduce (Red)
- Sensation (Bright Blue)
Interior
- Trek & Dakota (TX)
- Sports Leather Seat Trim (TX)
- Launcestone and Miller (TS)
- Leather Seat Trim in Eucalyptus (Ghia)
- Momentum Fabric & Suede feel Seat Trim in Warm Charcoal (Turbo)
- Leather Seat Trim in Warm Charcoal and Silver Stitching (Ghia Turbo)
Main Competitors[]
Hybrid Models[]
There are no hybrid models planned for production. However, the Territory does come with the duel fuel kit.
Diesel Model[]
At the beginning of 2010, Ford Australia will start building the new diesel model of the Territory.[8]
Unique Attributes[]
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Interior[]
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Resale Values[]
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Criticisms[]
The main criticism of the Ford Territory is its high fuel consumption.
Generations[]
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Current Generation: (2011–present)[]
Second generation (2008-2010)[]
First Generation/Origins (2004–2008)[]
Worldwide[]
So far, the Ford Territory has been exported to Thailand and South Africa.
Design quirks and oddities[]
A Ford Territory has it's own drink bottle as standard.
Awards[]
- 2004 RACV Australia's Best Recreational 4WD
- 2005 RACV Australia's Best Recreational 4WD
See Also[]
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External Links[]
- Official Ford Territory Website
- Ford introduces facelifted Territory SUV at Melbourne Motor Show
- Ford Territory Recall Notification- Carsguide - significant recall notification.
- Ford Australia to build four-cylinder Falcon and diesel Territory - www.drive.com.au
- New Ford Territory takes shape - Drive
- 2011 Ford Territory: Redesigned Australian Crossover Teased