The macho Ford Endeavour has launched a new variant by the name of Endeavour Thunder, in India.

Ford Endeavour Thunder

If you want to taste the enigma of driving through the rugged roads in style, Endeavour Thunder promises you a treat!! The SUV poses to be different and is believed to be the most advanced and powerful SUV in its class. The automobile is styled to deliver unmatched power, superior torque, better tailpipe emissions and brilliant fuel efficiency. With all this and much more, Endeavour Thunder definitely proves to be a blessing for hardcore drivers, who have to go through a bad driving experience, day in, day out. Top it all with the classy and grand looks and you have found a sure-shot winner in this beastly SUV!
 
Design
Grandiose and ostentatious - these words mark the designing and styling of Endeavour Thunder. It has a bold and tough style, which gives it a commanding presence on road. Flaunting a length of about 4998 mm, it can be tagged as the biggest SUV on road. The façade of the SUV boasts of a distinctive style, with its high bonnet and super grand size. To top it, the automobile is festooned with a large, bold and sporty-looking grille as well as multi-reflector headlamps. The automobile also boasts of alloy wheels, a fifth door mirror that comes in handy at the time of parking or reversing and a hard top cover for the extra tyre.
 
Just like its predecessor, Endeavour Thunder shows off the mud flaps and wheel moldings along with fashionable roof rails. Silver side-steps run along the length of the vehicle, accentuating its brute quality. In sync with the stylish exterior, the car forwards an imposing interior, what with comfortable seating arrangement, upholstered leather, flexible seating, in-car DVD system and SATNAV system. The well-appointed detailing of the mean machine gives way for comfortable and entertaining ride under one roof.
 
Engine
Endeavour Thunder comes with two engine options - 3.0 Litre TDCi with VGT (Variable Geometry Turbocharger) and 2.5 Litre TDCi with VGT. The former promises a maximum power of 156 PS (115 Kw) @ 3200rpm and a torque of about 380 Nm (38.7 kgm) @ 2500rpm, with a displacement of 2953 cc. The 2.5L engine on the other hand has a maximum power of 143 PS (105 Kw) @ 3500rpm and a maximum torque of 330 Nm (33.7 kgm) @ 1800rpm, with a displacement of 2499 cc. Both the variants are powered by the DOHC, 16 Valves. The all-new automatic transmission transfers all the whopping power from the 3.0 L engine to the wheels effortlessly.
 
Safety
Both the models of this stunning SUV have standard cutting-edge theft protection feature, passive anti-theft system (PATS), which prevents the engine from being started with an incorrectly coded key. In case of inserting an incorrect coded key, engine would automatically shut off fuel to the fuel injection system within two seconds. The automobile boasts of amazing safety features, such as Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-Force Distribution for added safety on uneven terrain. The SUV also comes equipped with dual front airbags, shock absorbers with increased diameter, repairable breakaway front bumper system, engine immobilizer, child-proof rear door locks, fuel tank shields and seat belts for all seven occupants. A unique feature of the vehicle is the high visibility "command" driving position, which makes way for better visibility while driving.
 
Variants & Price
Though there are no variants for the mighty Endeavour Thunder, the automobile comes in two engine variants, as has been mentioned above. The SUV is available in a range of five colors including, Sea Grey, Diamond White, Moondust Silver, Morello and Panther Black. The launch price of this sturdy beast is a whopping Rs. 17, 32,000.
 
 
Technical Specifications 

Overview
3.0L 4x4       
2.5L 4x2
Make
Ford Motors
Ford
Model
Ford Endeavour
Ford Endeavour
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Number Of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
7
7
Fuel Tank Capacity
71 L
71 L
Dimensions
 
 
Length
5060 mm
5060 mm
Width
1788 mm
1788 mm
Height
1826 mm
1826 mm
Wheelbase
2860 mm
2860 mm
Ground Clearance
210 mm
210 mm
Minimum Turning Radius
6.2 m
6.2 m
Weight
 
 
Kerb Weight
2014 kg
1879 kg
Engine
 
 
Type
.0 Litre TDCi with Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT)
2.5 Litre TDCi with Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT)
Number of Cylinders
 
 
Displacement
2953 cc
2499 cc
Transmission
5 speed Automatic
5 speed Manual
Max. Power
156 PS (115 Kw) @ 3200rpm
143 PS (105 Kw) @ 3500rpm
Max. Torque
380 Nm (38.7 kgm) @ 2500rpm
330 Nm (33.7 kgm) @ 1800rpm
Suspension
 
 
Front Suspension
 
Independent double wishbone with torsion bar spring & stabilizer bar
Independent double wishbone with torsion bar spring & stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Progessive linear rate leaf springs with low friction pads
Progessive linear rate leaf springs with low friction pads
Brakes
 
 
Front
Ventilated discs
Ventilated discs
Rear
Self Adjusting Drum
Self Adjusting Drum
Steering Type
Ball & Nut type with Variable power assist and tilt
Ball & Nut type with Variable power assist and tilt
Tyre
245 / 70 R16 (Tubeless)
245 / 70 R16 (Tubeless)
Wheel
16'' Alloy wheels (40.6 cm)
16'' Alloy wheels (40.6 cm)


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