Last August 2020, Ford Philippines added the Territory to its lineup which expanded its fleet of crossover, officially joining the EcoSport subcompact crossover. The Territory is a 5-seater compact crossover from the American automaker that is designed with sleek styling and lots of features.
Ford Territory compact crossover
After almost a year of competing in the local market, the Ford Philippines is now celebrating its 5,000th Ford Territory customer milestone. As of the end of June 2021, the Blue Oval company managed to sell 5,247 units of the compact crossover, translating to a 56 percent share in the local small SUV segment as of May 2021.
“This is a huge milestone for us at Ford and we send our immense appreciation to the growing community of Territory owners in the Philippines for their trust and support. We are very excited to bring the Territory to more Filipino customers who will definitely enjoy driving smart, safe, stylish, and feature-packed SUV,” said Ford Philippines Managing Director Michael Breen.
A feature-loaded vehicle from Ford
The Ford Territory is seated in between the EcoSport and Everest in terms of dimensions. The Territory is also Ford’s challenger in the growing crossover segment in the Philippines that includes vehicles such as the Geely Coolray, Kia Stonic, Volkswagen T-Cross, among others.
Inside, the Ford Territory comes with a panoramic moonroof, 360-degree around-view monitor, 10-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Blind Spot Information System.
The Ford Territory will help grow the crossover market of the American car brand in the country
Under the hood, the compact crossover is powered by a 1.5-liter EcoBoost gasoline engine as standard, making 141 hp and 225 Nm of torque. The engine can be coupled to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for the two variants. It is also equipped with a Sport Mode to provide drivers with a more spirited driving experience.
Ford Philippines offers the Territory at a starting price of Php 1,277,000 for the Trend variant and goes up to Php 1,310,000 for the top-of-the-line Titanium+ variant.
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Know more about Ford Territory 2024
The Ford Territory is a compact crossover SUV for the Philippine market. This five-seater model has three different trims, the Titanium which is priced at Php 1,335,000, the Titanium X priced at Php 1,599,000, and the Titanium Sport which has a price tag of Php 1,625,000.
Size-wise, the next-generation 2024 Territory is 4,630mm long, 1,935mm wide, and 1,706mm in height. It has a wheelbase length spanning 2,726mm, and a ground clearance of 190mm.
Propelling the Territory is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine that’s able to produce up to 158 horsepower and 248 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels via a seven-speed automatic gearbox.
Locally, the Territory competes against the Toyota Corolla Cross, MG RX5, Chery Tiggo 7, Geely Azkarra, etc.
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Ford Territory Launch
The next-generation Ford Territory was formally launched at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show. It comes in two variants, the Titanium X and the Titanium. During its initial introduction, its prices range from Php 1,335,000 to Php 1,599,000.
Ford Territory Exterior
The Territory features a modern design that’s equipment for convenience and ease of use. Standard on this Ford model is a pair of LED headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, and LED taillights.
Likewise present on the Territory are power-folding side mirrors, a rear spoiler, roof rails, and front fog lamps. Depending on the trim, likewise present are puddle lamps, a panoramic moonroof, and a hands-free tailgate.
Ford Territory Interior
The Territory can seat up to five occupants. It gets leather seating, a digital gauge cluster, a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a push-to-start button, a tilt and telescopic steering column, a 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat, and a 60:40 split-folding second row.
Available for the top-spec Titanium X specifically is a PM 2.5 air monitor and ionizer, and a package tray. Also exclusive to the top-spec trim is a ventilation system for the driver’s seat.
Technology & Safety Features
Standard on the Territory is a 12-inch touchscreen headunit with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. On the Titanium X, the said headunit has eight speakers. The Titanium meanwhile has six. Both trims come fitted with a wireless smartphone charger, a 12-volt auxiliary outlet, and USB ports.
Safety for the Territory is handled by six airbags, parking sensors, hill launch and descent control, anti-lock braking, stability control, traction control, a car alarm, an engine immobilizer, and ISOFIX child seat anchors.
Both trims also get blind spot monitoring, an active park assist, a 360-degree camera, and tire pressure monitoring. Only the Titanium X is fitted with adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keep aid, collision mitigation, forward collision warning, etc.
Platform & Chassis
The Ford Territory is classed as a compact crossover SUV. It comes in a 5-door, 5-seater body style, and it uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension.
Braking for this Ford model is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels and an electronic parking brake.
Engine & Drivetrain
Under the hood of the Ford Territory is a 1.5-liter EcoBoost gasoline engine that can make up to 158 horsepower and 248 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a seven-speed automatic gearbox.
Available color options for the 2024 Ford Territory include Ruby Red, Panther Black, Crystal Pearl White, Metallic Blue, Lustrous Grey, and Star White.
The next-generation 2024 Ford Territory, particularly the Titanium X, gets one of the most comprehensive safety kits in the local crossover market. In terms of power though, it is middling at best, as there are plenty more alternatives that produce more horsepower.
Ford Territory Price List
Let's check out the Ford Territory 2024 price in September in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Ford Territory 1.5 Titanium | ₱1,335,000 |
| Ford Territory 1.5 Titanium X | ₱1,599,000 |
| Ford Territory 1.5 Titanium Sport | ₱1,625,000 |
Ford Territory Pros & Cons
Pros
- Plenty of safety tech
- Stylish
- Plenty of comfort and driver amenities
Cons
- In the middle of the crossover pack when it comes to making power.
Ford Territory FAQs
1. How many variants does the Ford Territory 2024 Philippines have?
There are 3 variants of Territory Philippines: the Territory Titanium, the Territory Titanium+, and the Titanium Sport.
2. How much is the Ford Territory in the Philippines?
Ford Territory 2024 price ranges from 1,335,000PHP to 1,625,000PHP.
3. Which car is in the same segment as the Ford Territory?
The Territory has so many competitors like Geely Coolray, Chery Tiggo7, Toyota Corolla Cross,...
4. Is the Ford Territory an SUV?
Yes, it is a medium SUV of the brand, which is bigger than Ecosport and smaller than Everest.
₱ 1,355,000 - ₱ 1,599,000
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