Review of Endeavour 2.5L XLT 4×2

Ford Endeavour is an SUV, available in both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drives. It is powered by 2.5L inter-cooled turbo diesel that delivers maximum power of 112ps/3500. Ford Endeavour’s high ride height, balanced wheel well openings, and substantial proportions below the body side moldings lend it an impressive appearance. It is quite spacious and can seat seven passengers comfortably with easy in-and-out access to the third row seats.

Ford Endeavour is equipped with all the necessary safety features such as dual airbags for driver and passenger, individual seat belts in all seating positions, 4-wheel anti-lock brake system, a high visibility “command” driving position, side-door intrusion beams, collapsible steering column, child-proof rear door locks, and fuel tank shields.

This vehicle has had its origins from the Mazda Fighter and or the Ford Ranger, which is built for the Southeast Asian markets at the Ford-Mazda JV plant at the Thai port city of Rayong. Its underpinnings remain very much that of a pick-up truck while its engine is a Mazda derived unit used for its low cost of manufacture coupled with the requirements of these markets in terms of emission norms, fuel efficiency and most of all - affordability. A Hiroshima based design team worked to develop the Endeavour aqua Everest and give it the qualities desired by the developing markets. As we finally get to put the Endeavour through the OVERDRIVE road test, we discover all the areas where the engineering team has been able to get the Endeavour up to expectations and those areas, which leave something to be desired still.

Interior Design

Endeavour’s interior gives an impression of spaciousness and luxury. It seats seven passengers comfortably with easy in-and-out access to the third row seats. Its unique dual control air-conditioning system comes with two additional sets of vents for the rear seat to ensure comfort for the centre and rear seat passengers. The interior incorporates many small “surprise and delight” features such as individual cup-holders, creative stowage room, and front seat back map pockets equipped with smaller cell-phone pockets. Overall, the effect is one of thoughtful craftsmanship.

Safety Features

Endeavour is designed to meet all applicable local regulations, as well as additional Ford safety guidelines. Features include dual airbags for driver and passenger, individual seat belts in all seating positions, 4-wheel anti-lock brake system, a high visibility “command” driving position, side-door intrusion beams, collapsible steering column, child-proof rear door locks, and fuel tank shields, among others.

Comfort and Convenience

Feature	Endeavour 4×2 2.5L XLT	Endeavour 4×4 2.5L XLT
Environment friendly AC	S	S
Heater	S	S
Dual AC	S	S
2nd and 3rd Row AC Ducts with Independent Control	S	S
Front Centre Armrest with Storage Bin	S	S
7 Cup Holders	S	S
Leather Gear Knob & Steering	S	S
2nd Row Seat - 50:50 Split, Reclining & Double fold	S	S
3rd Row Seats Fold & Remove	S	S
Power Windows	S	S
Tilt adjustable steering	S	S
2 Sun Glass Holders	S	S
Electric adjustable exterior mirrors	S	S
Rear wiper and washer	S	S
Auxillary 12 V Power Outlet (Front & Rear)	S	S
Premium CD compatiable Audio System	S	S
Tachometer	S	S
Instrument panel light adjustment	S	S
Low fuel warning	S	S
Clutch foot rest	S	S
Portable ash cup	S	S
Remote fule filler release	S	S
Front seat back pockets	S	S
Door map pockets on all 4 doors	S	S
Premium Velour seats and door trim inserts	S	S
Tailgate trim cargo net	S	S
Door ajar warning	S	S

Technical Specifications

Engine Data

Type	2.5L, 4 Cylinder In-line, Turbocharged & Intercooled Diesel
Displacement	2499 cc
Max. Power	116PS/3500rpm
Max. Torque	285kgm/2000rpm
Compression Ratio	19.8
Valves	12V SOHC
Fuel System	Indirect Injection Mechanical Pump
Cylinders	4 In-line

Gear Ratios

	5 Speed Manual Transmission
1st	4.250
2nd	2.356
3rd	1.428
4th	1.000
5th	0.827
Reverse	3.656
Final Drive	4.444

Suspension

Front	Independent Double Wishbone with Torsion Bar Spring, Stabiliser Bar
Rear	Progressive Linear Rate Leaf Springs with Low Friction Pads
Shock Absorbers (Front and Rear)	Tubular Double Acting Type Composite Oil/Gas Filled

Steering

Type	Variable Power Assist

Brakes

Front	Ventilated Disc
Rear	Self Adjusting Drum

Wheels/Tyres

Tyres	265/70 R15 (Tubeless)
Wheels	38.1 cm (15") Alloy

Exterior Dimensions

Overall Length	4958 mm
Overall Width	1805 mm
Overall Height	1835 mm
Wheel Base	2860 mm

Fuel

Fuel Capacity	71 litres
Fuel Type	Diesel

Safety

2.5L XLT 4×2

2.5L XLT 4×4

S - Standard. O - Optional. na - Not Available.

Driver and co-driver airbags	S	S
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	S	S
Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)	S	S
Limited Slip Differential	na	S
Day-Night Inside Rear View Mirror	S	S
Engine Immobilizer	S	S
Anti-Theft Alarm	S	S
Central Door Locking	S	S
Front Fog Lamps	S	S
Side Intrusion Beams	S	S
Child Safety Rear Door and tailgate Lock	S	S
Collapsible Steering Column	S	S
Seat belts for all 7 occupants	S	S
Dual horn	S	S
Fuel tank guard	S	S
Ford Dynamic Safety Engineering	S	S

 

 

Power & Performance

2.5L XLT 4×2

2.5L XLT 4×4

S - Standard. O - Optional. na - Not Available.

2.5L, 4 Cylinder In-line, Turbocharged & Intercooled Diesel Engine	S		S
Manual Transmission 4×2	S		na
Manual Transmission 4×4	na		S
Euro II Compliant	S		S

 

Handling

2.5L XLT

S - Standard. O - Optional. na - Not Available.

Variable power assist steering	S
Front suspension - independent double wishbone with torsion bar spring, stabilizer bar	S
Rear Suspension - Rigid Leaf Spring	S
Shock Absorber Type - Tubular Double Acting	S
Brakes: Front Ventilated Disc/Rear Self Adjusting Drum	S
265/70 R15 Tubeless Tyres	S
38.1 cm (15") alloy wheels	S