subject: Car Comparison: Chevrolet Beat Ls And Ford Figo Lxi [print this page] When we talk of hatchbacks, Chevrolet Beat and Ford Figo are two models that are often compared for their similar features. In car comparison, both models come in the same category and price range. Both are priced lesser than 4lacs, with Beat costing around 18k higher. Beat LS comes with an 1.2L 79bhp S-TEC II engine, while Figo LXI comes with 1.2L 70bhp Petrol Engine. Under the hood, both the models have the same engine displacement, and hence, you dont need to put your head here. In terms of power, Beat LS surpasses Figo by little with a power of 79bhp @6200rpm and torque of 108Nm @4400rpm. Figo has a power of 70bhp @6250rpm and torque of 102Nm @4000rpm. Both the models come with five transmission manual gearbox for smooth engine movement.
If you are looking forward to transmission, you will find McPherson Strut-Type with Anti-Roll Bar front suspension with Beat LS, while Figo comes with Independent McPherson Strut with Dual Path Mounts. The rear suspension is Compound Link Type and Semi Independent Twist Beam for Beat and Figo respectively. When you are paying that extra 18K for Beat, it is obvious that you will gain something, and that comes in the form of mileage. Beat offers a city mileage of 14.5 kmpl as compared to Figos 12.5 kmpl. The Chevrolet model also outperforms the Ford model in the highway mileage of 18.6 kmpl as compared to 15.6kmpl.
In the features segment, both models come with power steering, while you will also find Power Windows with Beat thats missing with Figo. Beat has Rear Seat Headrest, which is yet another factor thats missing from Figo. You will also not find Seat Lumbar Support with Figo, which makes Beat a better model in terms of comfort. However, Figo does have Adjustable Steering Column, something that you wont get with Beat. Some features in Figo thats missing from Beat include Digital Odometer, as well. Similarly, the features that you will get with Beat but not with Figo include Tachometer and Adjustable Headlights. Also, Figo is not particularly commendable on the security features, which are otherwise standard with Beat.
In the market, both the models face stiff competition with each other. Needless to mention, Ford has its reputation that works in its favour, while Chevrolet has offered Beat with a better package that makes costly and effective car on the roads. If you go by mileage, Beat LS is better than the Figo. Given the fact the mileage holds a prime concern for hatchback buyers, Beat will have an edge over the Ford model. None of the cars have a good entertainment system, and hence, there is no scope for any comparison here.
When you undertake Car Comparison, it is vital that you check the other variants of both cars. The models compared here are same in range, and as such, if you are willing to modify your budget, you can buy a basic Hyundai i20 or top variant of Swift, as well.
