Force Motors Force One
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Saturday, November 06, 2010Overview of Force Motors Force One
Force Motors has been in news from last 2 years that they are developing all new SUV which will be in the league of Endeavours and Captivas. Now, the company has finally unleashed their new sports utility vehicle, it has been christened 'Force One'. It is powered by a 2149cc diesel engine and generates maximum power of around 141 Bhp with maximum torque of 321 Nm. The new engine is manufactured in India under the license from Daimler, and it is Euro 5 ready. For now, Force one will be available in only one variant, Force One with ABS and 4x4 will be launched in July, 2012. Force Motors has priced the SUV very competitively at Rs. 10.65 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and Rs. 11.11 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai), but at this price point Scorpio and Safari are much better options because the build quality of Force One is not up to the mark, it is based on chinese SUV Foday Explorer. Also, Force One has no ABS, airbags and the 3rd row of seats is comfortable only for kids.
Fast Facts About Force Motors Force One
- Prices is 10.65 lakhs (ex-showroom New Delhi)
- Is powered by a 2149cc diesel engine which is manufactured in India under license from Daimler
- Generates maximum power of 141 Bhp with maximum torque of 321 Nm
- Is available in only one variant for now, ABS with 4x4 variant will be launched inJuly, 2012
- 150 crore investment, yearly production of 12000 units
- Will compete with the likes of high-end variants of Tata Safari and Mahindra Scorpio.
- Features projector headlights and day-time running LEDs like we have seen in BMWs and Audis
- Features driver information system, audio control mounted on steering, dual AC vents for each row
- Along with these the SUV will also have OSRVM side indicators and plush leather seats
- No ABS and Airbags even in the top variant
- The ride and handling will have suspension that has been fine-tuned by Lotus Engineering with sixteen-inch alloy wheels along with high ground clearance
- FMTech stands for Force Motors Technology, and the Power Train is made under license from Daimler
- Available in 2 options - 6 seater (5+D) and 7 seater (6+D)
- ARAI certified mileage of the Force One is 11.6 kilometres per litre
- Top speed is 160 kph
- Available in five shades: Intense White, Enphatic Grey, Robust Blue, Bold Black and Fierce Red
Design and Interiors of Force Motors Force One
- Day-time running LED lights
- Projector-type head lights
- 2 seating options
- Double DIN music system
- All-beige leather interiors
- Leather cladded steering wheel
The overall design of Force One feels a bit out- dated, and many styling cues have been copied from Endeavour when viewed from side, and it is an improved version of chinese SUV Foday Explorer. The front-end of Force One is impressive featuring huge chrome grille with all-new red Force Motors logo. It features projector-type head lights with day-time running LED lights, which give the SUV a modern touch. The huge wheel arches looks macho and five spoke alloy wheels gels very well with the overall stance of the Force One. The rear design of Force One is not very impressive, the spare tyre in not mounted on the tail- gate. It is tucked below the vehicle.
The interiors have all-beige theme with leather cladded steering wheel and leather upholstery for the seats. Force One features steering mounted audio controls, and it is dominated by Force One logo in the centre. It features double DIN music system and cheap wood-finish on the central console with very out-date design for the AC vents. The 3rd row of seats has very less legroom, and they are comfortable only for kids. There are two seating options in Force One - 6 seater (5+D) and 7 seater (6+D). The 6 seater variant features comfortable captain seats in 2nd row. Overall, the interiors of Force One have nothing new or outstanding to talk about.
Engine of Force Motors Force One
- 2149cc diesel engine
- Is manufactured in India under license from Daimler
- Maximum power is 141 Bhp, and maximum torque is 321 Nm
- 5-speed gearbox from Mercedes-Benz
- ARAI certified mileage of the Force One is 11.6 kilometres per litre
- Top speed is 160 kph
Force Motors Force One is powered by a 2149cc diesel engine which is manufactured in India under license from Daimler. It generates maximum power of 141 Bhp with maximum torque of 321 Nm.
Variants of Force Motors Force One
- Force One five seater
- Force One six seater
- Force One seven seater
For now, Force one will be available in only one variant with 3 options - 5 seater (4+D), 6 seater (5+D) and 7 seater (6+D). Force One with ABS and 4x4 will be launched in July, 2012.
Price of Force Motors Force One
- Delhi - Rs 10,65,000 (Ex-showroom)
- Mumbai - Rs 11,11,000 (Ex-showroom price)
Force Motors has priced the SUV very competitively at Rs. 10.65 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and Rs. 11.11 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai), but at this price point Scorpio and Safari are much better options because the build quality of Force One is not up to the mark, it is based on chinese SUV Foday Explorer. Also, Force One has no ABS, airbags and the 3rd row of seats is comfortable only for kids.
Shades Available in Force Motors Force One
- Intense White
- Enphatic Grey
- Robust Blue
- Bold Black
- Fierce Red
Force Motors Force One is available in five shades: Intense White, Enphatic Grey, Robust Blue, Bold Black and Fierce Red.