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WP:World premiere (Product exhibited for the first time in the world at the Tokyo Motor Show) |
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JP:Japan premiere (Product that has arleady premiered abroad, but being exhibited for the first time in Japan at the Tokyo Motor Show) |
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Escape Adventure |
Ford Escape Expression - building on the design of the current Escape, Ford designers have made several 'teasing' changes to draw attention to future possibilities, hinting at styling opportunities that can be quickly introduced to market either as production changes or as accessories.
"Our goal from the start was to accentuate the Escape's on-road presence with styling changes that would enhance its appeal as a crossover SUV. To achieve this, we focused mainly on the grille and head light areas," said Paul Gibson, Chief Designer, Asia Pacific and Africa.
It is a shape and form he knows well, as Gibson was responsible for the exterior facelift for MY06 Escape.
The three-bar grille with silver-accented air intakes gives the front end more horizontal width and ties laterally into the enlarged head lights. Two large lower silver-accented triangular vents contrast with the Fire red pearl paint and again visually touch with the silver-accented side mirrors
Key to the more aggressive front styling, the head lights are larger and more oval in overall shape where as the current Escape head lights stand tall and are very rectangular in comparison.
Set as much as 10mm outward at the front and 25mm outward at the rear, 18x7-inch alloy wheels with 235/60R18 tires fill the wheel arches and firmly ground the Escape.
That punchy color - Fire red - is a combination of red base with a mix of yellow pearl in the clear coat. In profile, the 70 percent dark tinted glass and silver roof bars contrast perfectly with the hot crimson paintwork.
The rear diffuser is Fire red with a horizontal silver accent consistent with the front. The tail lights are the real surprise. The current Escape tail lights are vertical; these are horizontal. The design incorporates LEDs to achieve a unique look and result. |
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Mustang V8 GT California Special |
California and Mustang GT - sunshine, trend-setting, fashion blend with the muscle of a Ford 4.6-litre V8 in this limited edition American import. True to its name, the new Mustang GT California Special is a distillation of the power and confidence that have made the Mustang an automotive legend.
A legend built on the strength and performance of a V8. The Mustang GT California Special delivers the thrill of cruising Tokyo and the feeling of driving a limited edition American legend.
The Mustang GT California Special will be launched in Japan during the summer as a small volume, limited edition model.
The interior and exterior feature unique styling cues to differential the Mustang GT California Special. The front and rear fascias are unique and heighten the visual presence on-road of this special Mustang. These unique styling cues tie the muscle car legend to the V8-powered Mustang GT California Special of today.
Inside, four decades of Mustang tradition blends harmoniously with leading-edge technology. Big, bright instruments with chrome surrounds retain a classic feel that plays perfectly. The cockpit is heir to a great driving tradition, and the Mustang GT California Special delivers. |
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Explorer Sport Trac V8 Ltd |
Ford is adding more power to its versatile SUV for the straightest road to real adventure. The Explorer Sport Trac in December will be available in Japan with a V8 engine. An exclusive production run of only 30 Sport Trac V8 Limiteds will be released.
The Explorer Sport Trac is an impressive SUV with the genuine ability to survive any adventure. And while all-around ability is the priority, the designers realize that strength of beauty is a quality of the Explorer Sport Trac V8 Limited.
With perfect stance and proportion, the Explorer Sport Trac Limited V8 is beautiful - in a tough way.
It is also functionally beautiful. It simply works well. The Sport Trac allows you to do whatever you want. In a word - versatility. In effect, the interior is designed to be highly functional. The cargo bed can adapt to virtually any use you can think of.
And Sport Trac driving dynamics is a quality that put this SUV in a superior class by itself. Few road are perfect, but the Sport Trac constantly provides excellent ride control and superior ride quality whether on-road or off-road.
Utility and versatility carries through to the interior design and details. You'll find high-quality appointments that provide a combination of interior esthetics and comfort, including superior acoustics and audio options. Active safety technology and passive safety features enhance this potent Limited variant of an established automotive hit product. |
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Explorer Eddie Bauer Premium Appearance |
You want the ultimate Explorer? Here it is - the Explorer Eddie Bauer Premium Appearance.
Powered by a Ford V8 engine, it benefits from a highly evolved combination of power and refinement.
Ford's uncompromising pursuit of power and composure come together in an Explorer that will satisfy the most demanding driver. Technologically, the Explorer Eddie Bauer Premium Appearance matches its V8 with a six-speed automatic that's a natural partnership. Very low NVH levels and refinement are the results.
Recognizing the owner of the Explorer Eddie Bauer Premium Appearance may desire a few personal touches, the grille is offered in multiple design grades to allow for a more personalized driving statement. Overall attention to detail is evident with geometric front lamp design to accentuate the on-road presence conveyed by this iconic SUV.
Inside, abundant passenger room and cargo space are improved by innovative design. Improvements include more versatile seating configurations than before. And the rear seats fold down to form a flat cargo floor Explorer customers have demanded.
Ford Japan launched the Explorer Eddie Bauer Premium Appearance as a limited edition to showcase the cutting-edge active safety features that adapt to the full range of driving conditions to make the latest Explorer the ultimate SUV. |
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