New Ford Kuga Production Increases To Meet Higher Demand

New Ford Kuga Production Increases To Meet Higher Demand 

The Ford Kuga, while not available in Malaysia yet, will debut soon, sometime during the middle of 2013. The waiting list may be long though; Ford Kuga’s production has been increased by 10% to cope with high demands from Europe.

The Ford Kuga is expected to reach 100,000 units annually. The Ford Kuga runs on a 1.6-litre EcoBoost turbocharged engine (150-180ps), and will be paired to a 6-speed SelectShift auto transmission. The Ford Kuga also has a 5 star NCAP and ANCAP rating.

Ford Focus ST, Europe’s top selling hot hatch

Ford Focus ST, Europe’s top selling hot hatch

The first time I saw the Ford Focus ST in flesh was during a Ford roadshow held in Mid Valley mega mall sometime last year. It looks great, donned in an orange finish with a really sporty-rally look. Further popularized by Ken Block, the Ford Focus ST fits the image of a road-use, practical sports car.

It is no wonder that Ford Focus ST sold 1,984 units alone from October to December 2012, outselling competitors like VW Golf GTI and the Renault Megane Sport.

Quick Facts: Ford Focus ST 2012

Engine: 2.0-Litre Inline-4 Cylinder Ti-VCT EcoBoost DOHC 16V Turbocharged

Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive 

Horespower: 24hp (250PS) 

Torque: 340Nm 

Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 6.5 seconds 

Top Speed: 248km/h

Price: RM208,888 on the road.