Ford came up winner in three various sectors at the Middle East Car of the Year awards ceremony, kept in Abu Dhabi over the weekend.

An extensive panel of judges, comprising 15 expert auto reporters from 9 GCC and Levant countries, awarded Ford's new Side the Compact SUV title for 2017 -. imitating the award it got from wheels publication previously this month - with Ford Ranger asserting the Best Midsize Truck award. To finish off a stellar day, the supreme portable Ford Figo took the crown for "Best Hatchback".

Edge has actually confirmed to be exceptionally preferred in the Middle East considering that its launch, having already topped the courts' wish list in its section for Lebanon's Car of the Year, Oman's Automan Car of the Year, EVO Middle East's Car of the Year, and previously this month, wheels publication's "Crossover of the Year" award, making it the region's most-nominated and acknowledged CUV.

The Ranger pickup truck supplies rugged design and remarkable comfort. When you consider exactly how customers utilize their automobiles, it is necessary that a Ranger not just looks challenging, yet works as a reputable device and offers the convenience and convenience vehicle drivers need. The prize-winning truck's excellent efficiency, capability, payload and hauling ability are implemented thanks to the latest generation of effective, much more polished and fuel-efficient.

Duratorq TDCi diesel motor, in addition to the proven Duratec petroleum unit. Ford's Figo benefitted from a bumper 2016 in Saudi Arabia, seeing a remarkable five-fold increase in its sales, confirming that larger isn't really constantly necessarily better. Buoyed by outstanding need in the region, and new degrees of class, smart technology and security in a hatchback, Figo was a shoe-in for the MECOTY trophy.

" At Ford, we strive to construct automobiles that offer a mix of overall performance and everyday usability," said Thierry Sabbagh, Managing Director, Ford Middle East. "Seeing that the region's industry experts at MECOTY, have actually named 3 various Ford designs as best-in-class in 2017 is testament to the excellent cars we are producing year-on- year." Ford Edge.

The all-new Ford Edge upscale crossover utility vehicle (CUV) provides premium degrees of For press release, relevant materials and high-resolution photos and video, browse through www.media.ford.com. Follow at www.facebook.com/fordmiddleeast, www.twitter.com/fordmiddleeast, www.instagram.com/fordmiddleeast or www.youtube.com/fordmiddleast.

convenience, innovative chauffeur support features and class-leading owning dynamics to a majority of customers in the cities of the Middle East region.

The new Ford Edge reduces a strong, stylish and imposing number on the roadways. Tires pushed out to each edge provide a vast, hostile stance and aid increase indoor room. Elevated ground clearance improves off-road capacity, and supplies a seating position for a commanding view of the roadway.

A fun-to- drive, receptive and agile personality is boosted with the advanced Ford Adaptive Steering system, which transforms the ratio between the steering and road wheels inning accordance with vehicle speed. At reduced speeds, such as when drawing into a parking space or handling in limited quarters, the system makes the vehicle extra nimble and easier to transform.

At higher speeds, it makes it possible for the Edge to respond even more smoothly and specifically to chauffeur input. Side features 3 engine options, two which are brand-new powertrains - a conventional twin-scroll 2.0-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder engine producing 253 PS and 378 Nm of torque, and a 2.7-litre EcoBoost V6 producing 340 PS and 542 Nm of torque. An usually aspirated 3.5-litre V6 engine which flaunts 283 PS and 340 Nm is likewise used. All are equipped with twin exhaust and a six-speed automatic transmission.

For 2017, the brand-new Ford Side includes a lot more technologies showcasing the latest generation of Fords innovative interactions and home entertainment system SYNC 3. In addition to various other new languages, Ford's SYNC 3 will support Arabic for the first time -- both text and voice activation - allowing simpler control for Arabic-speaking chauffeurs. With assimilation of Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Siri Eyes Free, SYNC 3 is just one of the most intuitive systems available.

Navigating sees a greatly-improved system, including 3D assistance with sites, a Mecca compass, and improved junction sight giving thorough lane visuals and assistance. SYNC 3 also gives full dead numeration support, 1.5 million sights and 1.3 kilometres of roadway, and includes totally free map updates for five years; a requirement for the ever-changing and advancing landscape of the Middle East.

Ford Ranger.

The new Ford Ranger Pickup has actually shown itself as one of the toughest and most qualified automobiles in its class. With an outstanding 800 mm water wading deepness, and with 230 mm of ground clearance, it is made and engineered to handle the most severe surfaces with ease. Many thanks to a 28-degree method angle and 25-degree departure angle, chauffeurs in the brand-new Ranger can feel confident when tackling high barriers. The brand-new Ranger happily takes this tradition also further with upgraded engines, the adoption of electric power steering and improved ride high quality and convenience.

The new, modern look lends an effective existence when driving, and quickly communicates a sense of capability. The design is defined by a strong new trapezoidal grille, flanked by imposing chiselled projector headlamps that are formed to move right into the front wings. This plainly highlights the size and solid stance, therefore making the new Ranger promptly recognisable with a vibrant, technological look.

The Ranger Pickup's outstanding performance, capacity, haul and hauling ability are enabled many thanks to the current generation of effective, extra polished and fuel-efficient Duratorq TDCi diesel engines, as well as the tried and tested Duratec petrol unit.

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The Ford Ranger is available in a variety of versions and specification degrees such as.
Base, XL, XLT, Limited, and the range-topping WildTrak to satisfy customer needs whether for work or play. Ranger is available in single taxi, Rap Taxicab and Double Cab variations.

Ford Figo.

The Figo provides new degrees of elegance, smart innovation and security in a portable barroom. The Figo is the first portable tavern with conventional driver and traveler airbags to help secure occupants in accidents and with up to six air bags offered for even higher security. For the best combination of efficiency and fuel economy, the Figo is likewise offered with an improved and innovative 1.5-litre Ti-VCT gasoline engine, providing an excellent 112 PS of power and 136 Nm of torque at 4,250 rpm.