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As a classic model of Ford, Fox should be no stranger to everyone, and it has completed 4 updates. It has been 3 years since the current model was first launched in 2018, and the mid-term remodeled model is about to be launched. A few days ago, overseas media exposed a new Fox renderings. It is reported that the new car may be unveiled at the end of this year, and is expected to be listed overseas in the spring of 2022.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="4" > model features:</h1>
Renderings of the new Fox
Old Fox
According to the renderings, the changes of the new Focus compared to the old model are concentrated in the front part of the face, the new car uses a new style of grille, the headlight shape is sharper, and the overall sense of movement is strong, while the body side continues the contour line of the old model.
New Fox spy photos
Previously, the new Fox spy photos have also been exposed, in contrast, the new car headlights and taillights have been changed, and the rear encirclement is also more sporty. It is reported that the new Focus will use more comfortable and high-quality materials inside, and will be equipped with a larger touch screen in the center console, and is expected to be equipped with a new "SYNC 4" multimedia system.
As a facelift, the new Focus powertrain is not expected to change, and the EcoBoost MHEV gasoline engine and EcoBlue diesel engine will continue to be supplied. In addition, the new car may be available in the Hybrid version of the model, which consists of a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine + electric motor.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="20" > model background:</h1>
First generation Fox
Second generation Fox
Third generation Fox
The first-generation Focus was launched in 1998 under the code name CW170, offering a sedan, hatchback, and travel version; the second-generation Focus was launched in 2004, code-named C307, which was built on the Ford C1 platform and was also the first generation of Fox to be domestically produced; the third-generation Focus was launched in 2011, and the fourth-generation Focus was released in 2018. In addition, Fox also offers performance models such as ST and RS. The model is a mid-term redesign of the fourth generation, which is more about the exterior and interior details.
<h1 class="pgc-h-arrow-right" data-track="27" > competitor/market environment:</h1>
Golf
Civic HatchBACK
As a compact car, the Hatchback version of the hatchback model is aimed at the Golf, Civic Hatchback and other models; the sedan version of the opponent points to the Civic, Mazda 3 Axela. In terms of the domestic market, the compact car market in which Fox is located is more competitive, including many Nissan Xuanyi, Volkswagen Langyi and other models. In May this year, Fox's national sales were 1331 vehicles, and the market performance was still far behind the "head" players.