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Ford will sell 10 models on new C-segment platform



This week's Frankfurt Motor Show marks the beginning of a new generation of Ford's new C-segment platform with the debut of the new C-Max and Grand C-Max MAVs. According to Ford, over the course of the next few years this new global compact platform will spawn as many as 10 different vehicle variants around the world. In addition to the two C-Max variants, the next Focus will be available as a four-dour sedan, three- and five-door hatchback and convertible. That still leaves a number of other possibilities that Ford hasn't announced yet, which means we'll probably be seeing some crossovers and perhaps even sports variants coming over the next few years. With the increasing importance of the compact segment, all of these variants will play a big part in Ford's future.

Ford unveils smallest EcoBoost engine yet at 1.6 liters





Ford's EcoBoost offensive is continuing in Frankfurt this week with the official launch of the third member of the family, the 1.6-liter four cylinder. The new engine joins the currently-in-production 3.5-liter V6 and the already-announced 2.0-liter four. Like the rest of the family, this one features direct gasoline injection, a turbocharger and dual independent variable valve timing.

Output numbers aren't yet final but it should come in at about 180 hp and 170-175 lb-ft of torque. Ford's plan is to use the EcoBoost engines to replace larger, normally-aspirated engines in various applications. For example, the 1.6 will replace 2.0-2.5-liter engines in many of the C-segment vehicles like the Focus and C-Max. The 2.0-liter will replace 2.5-3.0-liter units starting in 2010 CUVs and SUVs. That likely means we will see this as the base engine in the new unibody Explorer and, possibly, as a replacement for the V6 in the Escape.

Ford plans to have 1.3 million of these engines on the road over the next four years with availability in 80 percent of its product lines.

[NikiterZTS]

BIGGER TURBO and it would be freacking fun!

i just wonder what the internals can hold

[ZX3_2NV]

Ford Grand C-Max coming to North America in late 2011


When Ford announced last year that it would build new global C-Segment cars in North America, it mentioned that a compact MPV would join our more traditional Focus models. With the introduction of the new seven-seat Grand C-Max at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Dearborn automaker has confirmed that this larger model will be the first addition to the North American lineup. Ford didn't rule out eventually adding the smaller five-seater, but wouldn't commit to that right now.

The Grand C-Max marks something of a return to the minivan space for Ford after the spectacular commercial failure of the Freestar a few years back. This time around, the Grand C-Max is just slightly larger than the current Mazda 5, which should make it about the same as the original short-wheelbase Chrysler minivans of the Eighties.

The Grand C-Max gets a novel middle row seat with a center section can fold down and collapse into a bundle that slides under the right hand section. This allows it to be transformed from a seven- to a six-seater, giving easy access to the third row. Of course, that third row will only be suitable for small kids and most owners are more likely to simply fold them flat and take advantage of the extra cargo space.

We expect the Grand C-Max to arrive on U.S. shores in late 2011, possibly carrying the "Focus Grand C-Max" title – a moniker which the Blue Oval used in Europe before truncating the name to "C-Max" after the vehicle gained consumer awareness. Check out the high-res image gallery above as well as a couple of videos and the official press release after the jump.

Pics and Video Clcik Here

[Jmountney1]

FINALLY..........

[ZTWsquared]

Jmountney1,Sep 15 2009, 05:27 PM Wrote:FINALLY..........
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^^x2

But ... is it just me or is that grille like an upside down Mazda 3 grille ... might be just a bit too big for my taste.

[darkpuppet]

NikiterZTS,Sep 15 2009, 02:02 PM Wrote:BIGGER TURBO and it would be freacking fun!

i just wonder what the internals can hold
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Bigger turbo == more lag.

[Oscar The Grouch]

darkpuppet,Sep 15 2009, 05:34 PM Wrote:

NikiterZTS,Sep 15 2009, 02:02 PM Wrote:BIGGER TURBO and it would be freacking fun!

i just wonder what the internals can hold
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Bigger turbo == more lag.
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Twin turbo?

[NikiterZTS]

darkpuppet,Sep 15 2009, 04:34 PM Wrote:

NikiterZTS,Sep 15 2009, 02:02 PM Wrote:BIGGER TURBO and it would be freacking fun!

i just wonder what the internals can hold
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Bigger turbo == more lag.
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.........twin scroll and you're good

plus you gotta give the head start :lol:

[Gabriel]

It seems that Ford is following VW's example in super or turbocharging smaller engines . VW came out a while ago on Golf GTI with a 1.4L turbo putting out around 160 hp .

[darkpuppet]

NikiterZTS,Sep 15 2009, 10:20 PM Wrote:.........twin scroll and you're good

plus you gotta give the head start  :lol:
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true -- but that would get a little expensive, wouldn't it?

[NikiterZTS]

darkpuppet,Sep 16 2009, 08:48 AM Wrote:

NikiterZTS,Sep 15 2009, 10:20 PM Wrote:.........twin scroll and you're good

plus you gotta give the head start  :lol:
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true -- but that would get a little expensive, wouldn't it?
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latly everyone and their grandma want to turbo cars for $20.

F/I ain't cheap. My tuning cost me $450 US (dyno + road tune). Sadly more parts are getting added that means probably 2-3 hours of tuning in Buffalo.
Maybe next year I'll put a bigger turbo but hopefully my mod bug will go away.
Anyways Gotta Pay to Play

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Frankfurt 2009: 2010 Ford C-Max debuts, Grand C-Max bound for American shores





Among the many cars available here in Europe that we pine for Stateside, you may be surprised that Ford minivans rank among them. We got a ride in the Galaxy-based S-Max on our way back from driving the new Fiesta in Tuscany and were thoroughly impressed, and from what we hear its Focus-based kid brother C-Max isn't half bad either. But today Ford unveiled a new C-Max, and we need pine no more, for the compact MPV is headed our way. At least, the seven-seat Grand C-Max version is, anyway.

Echoing Chrysler's minivans, the new C-Max is available in two formats: standard wheelbase and long-wheelbase Grand C-Max. The five-seater (green) has a sportier appearance with conventional rear doors, while the seven-seater (silver) gets sliding doors and a plane ticket across the Atlantic. Both are based on Ford's new global C-segment platform that will underpin the next-generation Focus and offer clever packaging with a compelling adaptation of the Blue Oval's kinetic design language

All new 2011 Ford Focus to debut at Detroit Auto Show

The wait for an all-new Ford Focus in North America will soon be over as Ford has announced that it will debut the car at the Detroit Auto Show in January. The Detroit festivities will mark the global debut of the new global Focus that will be sold here, Europe and the rest of the world.

The Ford Focus shares its platform with the C-Max and Grand C-Max that are in Frankfurt this week. North American hatchback fans will be happy hear that the five-door form factor is returning alongside the four-door sedan. Initially, we won't be getting a three-door hatch, but it's a start. The overall look will be very similar to what we see in the C-Max twins, especially at the front and along the sides.

The new Focuses for North America will be built at two U.S. assembly plants in Michigan and will go on sale about a year from now. Ford isn't announcing its powertrain plans yet, but the 1.6-liter EcoBoost will likely find a home in these cars before long.