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the new Troller (obvious candidate for the Bronco) is built on the T6 platform.

That's an internet myth.

Troller T4 is at best a parts bin share with Ranger,I'm lead to believe that parts shared

are engine, gearbox, some of the HVAC, Door handles and a few other minor parts.

 

The front and rear suspension is completely different to T6.

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Any possibility that whatever replaces the C-Max could spawn a small CUV variant? That would seem like a natural extension of the product line, plus give Ford something unique in that segment (along with additional higher MPG sales). One could argue that the C-Max is somewhat in the CUV space anyway.

If anything MAP will be reconfigured for Ranger and Everest/Bronco...

 

Not sure about your suggestion regarding C-Max, I think it was hurt by Ford restating fuel economy.

 

With regards to rising Transit Connect sales, I suspect that TC production will eventually join Transit at Kansas City

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LOL, how about the return of the Excursion but this time with alloy body and the 6.7 V8 diesel...

Take the outrageous further and offer a Lincoln Canyonero....... :)

Interesting take on the Excursion but I got to ask why? It did it's time and I see no reason to bringing it back. :)

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The Detroit News article isn't clear on that. All it says is that Ford will be adding four SUV's to the Ford and Lincoln lineup in a "few years."

 

I don't think the US or worldwide distinction is that meaningful. The only US-only vehicles in the Ford portfolio are F-series based and we know Ford ain't adding "new nameplate" on that platform (i.e. Expedition and Navigator are not "new nameplate" and Excursion is not coming back no matter how much some people want it).

 

So 4 new SUVs makes must address the 4 segments that Ford is currently missing a viable competitor. And these are the 4 segments that Ford is currently missing in action:

 

1. B-segment - EcoSport is really A-segment so I suspect one of the new nameplate is a replacement for EcoSport outside India and South America. Something similar in size to Jeep Renegade, Chevy Trax, Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3, Fiat 500X, Mini Countryman etc. around 4.2 meters. EcoSport will probably live on as A-segment (under 4 meters) SUV in India and South America.

 

2. C-segment short - Something based on the next generation Focus or C-Max hatchback.

 

3. Midsize 4x4 - Yes, Ford has Everest overseas, which is like a Toyota 4Runner or Prado competitor. But from what we've been lead to believe, Ford is thinking something more like a Wranger competitor so I think Bronco is going to be something different from Everest - same platform but different bodystyle and selling point (i.e. sort of like 4Runner and FJ Cruiser)

 

4. Luxury 7 seat SUV - Lincoln MKT is not really a viable entry in this segment and we all know it will be replaced by the "Lincoln Explorer".

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