What’s New in the Ford Territory: A Detailed Overview

Earlier, the Escape was Ford’s smallest and most affordable crossover SUV. Today, that role is being fulfilled by the Territory. A product of a joint venture between Ford and China’s Jiangling Motors Corporation, the Territory first came about in 2018. The outgoing second-gen model is based on the China-only Ford Equator but repurposed for markets like the Middle East.

The Ford Territory arrived in the GCC markets back in October 2022. In Saudi Arabia, the new Ford Territory competes with the Chevrolet Captiva, GMC Terrain, Honda ZR-V, Hyundai Tucson, etc. While small SUVs are popular in Saudi, few have what it takes to make a big impact at this end of the market.

Variants & Price

There are four variants of the 2025 Ford Territory available in Saudi Arabia. The base variant is called Ambiente and can cost SAR 112,355, with the mid-spec Trend starting at SAR 120,405. The top-spec of the 2025 Territory is called Titanium and costs SAR 135,240.

Then there is the Titanium Dark Edition, which is priced at SAR 140,990. All the prices mentioned here are inclusive of VAT. Do note that the price of the 2025 Ford Territory will depend on the particular dealership (Al Jazirah, Mynaghi, etc.).

Exterior

The front fascia of the 2025 Territory wears a wide ‘smiling’ grille with shiny chrome trim decoration. The main LED headlights are positioned in the bumper, while lower down there’s a stylish satin-finished trim. There are three small LED bars at the front where traditional headlights would be, culminating in hook-shaped LED running lights.

The side profile of the Ford Territory looks a little bland with no outstanding design detail. What you will find are 18-19-inch alloy wheels, oversized door mirrors, a curved window line, and plenty of chrome detailing. The sheet metal here features a few sharp creases but not much else, save for the satin-finished faux roof bars.

There are some sporty touches at the back, where there’s a faux rear diffuser and satin decorations on the sides. A large roof spoiler and 3D-design LED taillights add a little bit of visual drama to the Ford Territory. Those wanting more can pick the Dark Edition, which looks fairly sporty and aggressive due to its extensive blacked-out exterior.

The 2025 Ford Territory measures 4,630 mm long, 1,935 mm wide, 1,706 mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2,726 mm. This is quite a wide car, but it looks much nicer when acquired in its Dark Edition avatar. The Territory is, in plain words, an average-looking car with no obvious design quirks.

Interior

The 2025 Ford Territory is offered with two interior color palettes – dark and light. The dark theme has a lot of black upholstery and trim, mixed with contrasting highlights and even faux carbon-fiber accents. This makes the cabin look sporty whilst still retaining some visual airiness. There are dark chrome and piano black trim, which works well.

The second theme is mostly beige/light grey, mixed with wood and chrome accents, offering a more elegant and airy experience. There is piano black trim here as well. The other difference is the lighter color used on the pillars and roof, plus monotone stitching in either beige or grey. The Territory’s cabin looks premium, while the material quality is decent.

The interior design is minimalistic and boasts a wide center console with two rotary dials – one being the gear selector. There are storage cubbies along this console area and in the doors, while the rear armrest houses integrated cupholders. The hands-free tailgate reveals a 448-liter boot, with the rear occupants offered AC vents and a USB charging port.

The Ford Territory’s panoramic sunroof makes the cabin feel airier still. There’s a flat-bottom steering wheel, a wireless charging pad, ambient lighting, leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, etc. Other features include an 8-speaker audio system, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, and a 12-inch digital gauge cluster. There’s also remote start, automatic headlights, and adaptive cruise control.

Engine and performance

The Ford Territory gets a 1.8-liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 190 hp and 320 Nm of torque. The 2025 Territory sold in Saudi is only available with front-wheel drive, but all variants feature a 7-speed DCT automatic. Ford Middle East claims a fuel economy of 15.9 kmpl or 6.2 L/100 km.

The Territory comes with four user-selectable drive modes that can alter the throttle response, steering weight, and shift speeds. Since the 2025 Territory doesn’t get adaptive dampers, these modes have no effect on the handling or cornering dynamics. However, the Ford crossover is equipped with MacPherson front struts and multi-link independent rear suspension. This usually ensures a decent ride quality.

Despite the aircraft-style vertical speed and RPM tapes, the Ford Territory is not exactly a sprightly performer. It gets to highway speeds fairly effortlessly, but fire-walling the accelerator will not necessarily guarantee rapid performance. That said, the Territory is not a total slouch and won’t bog down when asked to overtake a slower car.

Safety

The 2025 Ford Territory is offered with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, electronic stability control, and tire-pressure monitoring. It also gets ISOFIX anchors, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, 360-degree cameras, parking sensors, and hill-hold assist. The Territory’s safety net further adds blind-spot warning, forward-collision warning, automatic-emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist. They’re basic but good to have nonetheless.

Conclusion

While it has the Ford badge on it, the Territory isn’t all that American. However, it is a decent all-rounder of a crossover – it rides well, has a good cabin, and gets enough tech. As a 5-seater for the family, the Ford Territory scores above average when compared to the Chevrolet Captiva. Then again, the Ford costs a lot more.