Comments by "Stephen Hendricks" (@stephenhendricks103) on "" video.
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Seems like bullying to slam this poor excuse for a cute ute too much. Obviously, Ford had invested nothing in designing for this emerging market segment and simply looked around for something they could use as a placeholder until they can design a proper Fiesta replacement.
Its peculiarities suggest that in non-North American markets it may fill some niches that don't exist here. For example, the cargo space, though smaller than its competition, is tall and square. As such the car can be used for light commercial purposes in urban environments in Asia and South America. Yes, its base engine is ridiculously under-powered, but in environments where going over 30 mph on a backroad is potentially hazardous, that may not matter so much. And though the larger engine is also low on performance and not very efficient, it has been around a while and is probably relatively simple to maintain.
All in all, the review gets it right. If you must have a Ford product, the local dealer will be happy to take your money and will probably give you a decent discount in appreciation for your patronage.
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