Ford Freestyle Petrol Variants Explained - Which one to buy?

Ford Freestyle Prices

Freestyle petrol prices in India start at Rs 5.99 lakh for the base Ambiente variant, while its top variant Titanium+ is priced at Rs 7.39 lakh. The Flair variant, which is a cosmetic update based on the Titanium Plus, is priced at Rs 7.69 lakh.

The above table compares the Freestyle petrol’s old and new prices. It is worth noting that all the variants have got a price hike of Rs 10,000.

Freestyle Petrol Vs Diesel Price Comparison

Previously, the Ford Freestyle’s petrol and diesel engine versions had a price difference of Rs 90,000, but now, the difference is of Rs 1.10 lakh. The following table gives you a peek at the price comparison of the Freestyle’s petrol and diesel engine variants. 

Ford Freestyle Ambiente Variant

The Freestyle’s base Ambiente variant is available only with the petrol engine option, and is priced at Rs. 5.99 lakh. Apart from the basic standard features that all cars get, Freestyle’s base petrol variant is equipped with day/night IRVM and speed-sensing auto door lock. The Freestyle Ambiente doesn’t offer an audio system.

The Ambiente variant’s key functional features include - front power windows, tilt steering and front power outlet. This variant comes with body-coloured bumpers as well as door handles, while its wheel covers and ORVMs flaunt a contrast grey colour. Ford offers plastic cladding and roof rails on all the variants of the Freestyle for a rugged visual appearance.  

The Ambiente variant certainly doesn’t look barebones, but it does lack a few basic features, like rear power windows, audio system and electrically adjustable ORVMs.

Ford Freestyle Ambiente Variant vs Trend Variant

The Ambiente and Trend have a price difference of Rs 55,000.

From the Trend variant onwards, the Freestyle mostly offers all the must-have features, such as an audio system with steering mounted controls, height adjustable driver seat, rear power windows, electrically adjustable ORVMs and adjustable rear headrests. This variant onwards you get body-coloured ORVMs, silver coloured roof rails and faux skid plates as well. The following table offers you a look at all the features that the Trend variant offers over the Ambiente variant:

If you wish to get the petrol Freestyle, but are on a strict budget, then at least try to go for the Trend variant, as it offers sensible added features over the Ambiente variant. As per our internal data, the upgrade to the Trend variant is well justified given its added features.

Moreover, the Trend variant comes with some features that you won’t be able to retrofit in the base Ambiente variant. Even if you somehow manage to retrofit these features, they won’t offer a proper fit-and-finish. These features include - height adjustable driver seat, electrically adjustable ORVMs and adjustable rear headrests. 

Hence, if you really wish to stick to the base variants of the Freestyle, then we recommend that you at least go for the Trend variant. 

Ford Freestyle Trend Variant vs Titanium Variant

The Freestyle Titanium is Rs 50,000 is more expensive than the Trend variant.

The Titanium variant adds a few important safety features to the package, like hill start assist, electronic stability control, traction control and rear parking camera. This variant also offers some feel-good features, like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, electrically foldable ORVMs and 15-inch alloy wheels.

The following table offers you a look at all the features that the Titanium variant offers over the Trend variant:

For all the added goodies, the Titanium comes for an added premium of Rs 50,000 over the Trend variant, and it is worth the upgrade. However, if you are eyeing the Titanium variant for the added safety features, then we would recommend to consider the Titanium+ variant instead. In a nutshell, the Trend variant is a good variant to go for as it offers an overall complete package.

Ford Freestyle Titanium Variant vs Titanium Plus Variant

You can get the Titanium+ variant by spending an additional Rs 35,000 over the Titanium variant. 

This variant offers you the additional features like side & curtain airbags, fog lamps, rear wiper & washer, defogger, auto dimming IRVM, auto AC, auto headlamps and rain sensing wipers.

The following table offers you a look at all the additional features of the Titanium+ variant.

The Freestyle Titanium+ is not only a worthy upgrade over the Titanium variant, but is also the most value-for-money variant in the entire Freestyle range.

Ford Freestyle Titanium Plus Variant vs Flair Variant

The Freestyle Flair variant is Rs 30,000 more expensive than the Titanium+ variant, and it offers added cosmetic updates.

The Flair varint offers only style upgrades and thus, doesn’t offer any additional functional features. The style updates include - red ORVMs, red roof rails, red skid plates, black alloy wheels, black roof and Flair decals. The seat upholstery comes with Flair branding, while the dashboard and steering gets glossy black inserts, and the doors flaunt red trim. 

The below table gives you a look at the Flair variant’s added cosmetic updates:

As the Flair variant is primarily a cosmetic upgrade, the Titanium+ buyers may consider to go for this for its exclusive appeal.

Which Variant Of The 2020 Ford Freestyle Petrol Should You Buy?

According to us, in the entire range of the Freestyle, the Titanium+ variant offers the best value. Hence, the Titanium+ variant is our top recommendation. This means that if you can afford to go for any variant of the Freestyle, then you should buy the Titanium+. This recommendation is valid for both the petrol and diesel engine options. 

The Freestyle Titanium variant is also a good value for money upgrade over the lower variants, and you can also consider this variant as well. However, not opting for all the additional safety and functional features of the Titanium+ to avoid the additional premium of just 35,000 won’t be a sensible decision. 

For all the entry-level buyers, the Trend is the variant to go for, because it offers mostly all the must-have features. For the Freestyle petrol entry-level buyers, the Trend variant is a better choice over the Ambiente variant. Although the Trend variant doesn’t offer a great value over Ambiente, it offers a more complete package. 

What Are The Colour Options Of The 2020 Ford Freestyle?

The Ford Freestyle is available with 6 monotone or single shade exterior color options, namely - Brown, Grey, Silver, White, Red and White Gold (which is sort of beige). The Flair variant comes in 3 colours, namely - White, White Gold and Grey. 

Note: Here is a quick look at our length-based segmentation of cars to give you an idea of how we are classifying cars based on their size.