Ford Territory (China)

The Ford Territory is a compact crossover SUV produced by Ford through the JMC-Ford joint venture in China since 2018. It reuses the nameplate from the previous Australian market Territory crossover, with no relations between them.

The first-generation model was introduced in China in 2018 as a rebadged and modified Yusheng S330 which is produced by Ford partner JMC. In 2022, Ford used the nameplate for the export version of the Equator Sport, which is also produced by JMC-Ford in China.

First generation (CX743; 2018)
The first-generation Chinese-made Territory was introduced during the 2018 Chengdu Auto Show in September 2018. It is based on the JMC-developed Yusheng S330 which was introduced for the Chinese market in 2016. The Territory went on sale in early 2019, with Ford China classifying it as an entry-level compact SUV in between the EcoSport and Escape.

The model is assembled at JMC Ford's plant in Nanchang, China. Despite not being offered in the Australian market, Ford Australia had input in the design and development of the new Territory. Ride, handling, and NVH were tuned at Ford's Geelong Proving Grounds in Australia and in Nanjing, China.

The Ford Territory was given a mild refresh in early 2020 prior to its introduction in export markets. Changes to the Territory include a gloss black grille with a new pattern and restyled LED taillights.

From China, the model has been exported throughout South America and several left-hand drive Southeast Asian markets. The Territory was introduced in Brazil and Argentina on 7 August 2020, with units arriving at Ford dealerships in Brazil in September 2020. Pre-sale of the Territory in Chile began in the second half of August 2020 with deliveries in mid-September 2020. In August 2020, it made its debut in the Philippine market, and in Laos in December 2020. The model was also released in Vietnam on 11 April 2021.

Powertrain
The Territory is powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost 145 based on the JX4G15 gasoline engine developed by JMC and AVL. Ford of Europe also helped in developing the powerplant. This engine features Miller cycle, and produces 138 hp and 225 Nm of torque.

In Argentina, the Philippines, Cambodia, Laos, Chile, and Vietnam, the Territory's 1.5 turbo is rated at 141 hp and 225 Nm of torque, while in Brazil, it is rated at 148 hp and 225 Nm of torque. A 48V mild-hybrid version is available in China.

Territory EV
In August 2019, Ford released an electric version of the Territory in China. It uses a 120 kW electric motor, a liquid-cooled battery of 49.14 kWh and 360 km of NEDC range.

Safety recalls
On 19 February 2021, Ford Philippines issued a recall on the Territory due to a faulty electric battery sensor or EBS bracket together with the wiring harness attached to the bracket.

Second generation (CX743MCA; 2022)
In May 2022, Ford introduced the second-generation Territory. Also produced in China by JMC Ford, it is the export market name of the Chinese market Equator Sport, a two-row version of the Equator. While it is based on the previous generation Territory underpinnings, Ford heavily updated its exterior styling to align it with Ford's global design language.

For the 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine option, the power output received a 17 PS increase to 160 PS. Ford also replaced the CVT gearbox from the previous generation in favour of a 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

Mexico
The Territory was launched in Mexico on 5 October 2022, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend, and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.

Vietnam
The Territory was launched in Vietnam on 10 October 2022, with three trim levels: Trend, Titanium and Titanium X. All variants are powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.

GCC
The Territory was launched in the GCC market in the Middle East on 28 October 2022, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.

Philippines
The Territory (second generation model for the Philippines) was launched in the Philippines during the 2023 MIAS event on 13 April 2023, with two trim levels: Titanium and Titanium X. Both variants are powered by a 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine.

In May 2024, a new Sport trim was added as the flagship trim.

South Africa
The Territory went on sale in South Africa on 11 March 2024, with three trim levels: Ambiente, Trend and Titanium. All variants are powered by a 1.8-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine. It is the first right-hand drive market for the Territory.