Ford Global C platform
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The Ford Global C platform is a versatile compact car architecture developed by Ford to underpin a wide range of global models, improving efficiency and standardization across markets.
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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf | automobile platform ⓘ |
| alsoKnownAs |
Ford C platform
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Global C architecture NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| appliesToSegment | C-segment ⓘ |
| benefit |
reduced development costs per model
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simplified global sourcing of components ⓘ |
| category | Ford vehicle platforms ⓘ |
| designGoal |
manufacturing efficiency
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parts commonality ⓘ standardization across markets ⓘ |
| developer | Ford Motor Company NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| layoutSupport |
front-engine, all-wheel-drive
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front-engine, front-wheel-drive ⓘ |
| manufacturer | Ford Motor Company ⓘ |
| marketScope | global ⓘ |
| notableFeature |
engine bay designed for multiple powertrains
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shared suspension architecture across multiple models ⓘ |
| predecessor | Ford C1 platform NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| productionStartApprox | around 2010 ⓘ |
| regionUsed |
Asia-Pacific
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Europe NERFINISHED ⓘ North America NERFINISHED ⓘ South America NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| supportsBodyStyle |
compact crossover SUV
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hatchback ⓘ multi-purpose vehicle ⓘ sedan ⓘ wagon ⓘ |
| supportsPowertrain |
battery electric powertrain
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hybrid powertrain ⓘ internal combustion engine ⓘ |
| usedForModel |
Ford C-Max
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Ford Escape (fourth generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Escape (third generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Focus (fourth generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Focus (third generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Focus Electric (third generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Focus RS (third generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Focus ST (third generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Grand C-Max NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Kuga (second generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Tourneo Connect (second generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ Ford Transit Connect (second generation) NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| vehicleClass | compact car platform ⓘ |
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