By Edwin Caicedo
Environment and Health Journalist
The modern automotive landscape is in the middle of an identity crisis. Buyers want the utility and presence of a full-size SUV, the efficiency of an electric vehicle, and the convenience of traditional combustion without the anxiety of hunting down public charging infrastructure. Into this complex ecosystem steps the Ford Territory Completely Hybrid, a vehicle that quietly disrupts expectations from the very first press of the pedal.
After spending several intensive days behind the wheel across varied urban and highway terrains, EL TIEMPO put Ford’s latest electrified offering to the test. What we found was a machine that defies its family-oriented packaging with surprising athletic agility, pairing a whisper-quiet electric drive with robust performance metrics that challenge traditional assumptions about hybrid efficiency.
Main Facts: The Anatomy of a Segment-Bending SUV
The Ford Territory Full Hybrid enters the market not as a mild hybrid meant merely to assist fuel economy, but as a full hybrid capable of seamless transitions between gasoline, electric, and combined propulsion.
At the heart of the vehicle’s powertrain lies a turbocharged 1.5-liter EcoBoost Hybrid engine, working in tandem with a permanent-magnet electric motor and a dedicated two-speed automatic hybrid transmission (DHT). Together, this system unleashes a combined 240 horsepower and 545 Nm of torque.
These figures are far from nominal; they translate immediately to the tarmac. When executing high-speed maneuvers or passing sluggish traffic on two-lane roads, the Territory delivers an instantaneous surge of power. The electric motor fills in the torque gaps typical of traditional turbochargers, providing a sporty, highly responsive throttle profile that feels completely out of character for a vehicle of this size.
Yet, despite its athletic tendencies, the Territory retains its core mission as a practical people-mover. It features a generous second-row cabin—boasting class-competitive legroom and headroom—and a commodious 448-liter trunk equipped with a hands-free power tailgate.
Chronology: The Evolution and Arrival of Ford’s Hybrid Strategy
The path of the Territory Full Hybrid to showroom floors represents a calculated expansion of Ford’s regional electrification strategy.
- November 2025: Ford officially introduced the hybrid iteration of the Territory to the Colombian market, rolling out the high-spec Titanium trim to gauge consumer appetite for premium, non-plug-in electrified vehicles.
- Early 2026: Expanding the accessibility of its green portfolio, Ford added the Trend trim level, lowering the barrier of entry for families seeking hybrid benefits without the top-tier price tag.
- Spring 2026: Alongside the rollout of digital ecosystem enhancements—such as remote integration via the Ford App—road-test evaluations confirmed the vehicle’s real-world efficiency and dynamic capabilities.
- September 2026: Comprehensive extended reviews, such as this one by EL TIEMPO, solidified the Territory’s reputation as a balanced option bridging traditional combustion reliability with modern eco-conscious engineering.
Supporting Data: Performance, Range, and Specifications
Numbers often tell the truest story of an automotive platform. While manufacturer claims often rely on ideal, closed-circuit conditions, real-world evaluations provide the grounding that consumers need.
The Autonomy Debate
Ford promotes the Territory Full Hybrid as capable of achieving up to 1,200 kilometers of total range on a single tank of fuel. In controlled testing environments, this figure is technically attainable. However, standard real-world testing—navigating unpredictable traffic, variable topography, and daily commuting cycles—yielded a slightly more conservative, yet deeply impressive, 900 to 1,000 kilometers per tank.
Crucially, this exceptional range is achieved without ever needing to plug the vehicle into an external power source. The onboard system handles energy harvesting dynamically via regenerative braking, recharging the battery pack during deceleration and coasting.
Interior Dimensions and Cargo Space
- Second-Row Legroom: 956 millimeters
- Second-Row Headroom: 997 millimeters
- Cargo Capacity: 448 liters (expandable via 60/40 split-folding rear seats)
- Wheel Configuration: 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in a robust stance.
Pricing and Trim Hierarchy in Colombia
- Trend Version: Starting at $139 million COP
- Titanium Version: Priced at $169 million COP
- Color Palette: Available in eight distinct finishes, including Carbon Gray, Ruby Red, Agate Black, Platinum White, Metallic Blue, Oasis Green, Ash White, and Moon Blue.
Official Responses and Technological Integration
The vehicle’s cabin is heavily anchored in modern digitization and driver assistance technologies. The Titanium trim features dual 12-inch displays—one serving as a fully customizable digital instrument cluster for the driver, and the other acting as the central infotainment hub supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The Ford Co-Pilot360 Suite
Safety is managed through the comprehensive Ford Co-Pilot360 safety ecosystem. During our road tests, a standout characteristic of this suite was its calibration: unlike competing driver-assistance packages that rely on aggressive, disruptive corrections, Ford’s intervention algorithms feel remarkably natural.
The package includes:
- 360-degree camera with a 3D environment viewer.
- Adaptive Cruise Control with lane-centering capabilities.
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert.
- Pre-Collision Assist featuring Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).
- Passive Safety: Seven standard airbags (front, thorax side, and Safety Canopy curtain airbags) alongside ISOFIX child seat anchor points.
Connectivity and Convenience
The integration of the Ford App allows owners to perform remote operations, including starting the vehicle’s climate control and engine remotely from a smartphone. Inside, convenience is elevated through dual-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic dual-panel electric sunroof, 10-way power-adjustable driver seating with heating and ventilation, and an Arkamys 3D sound system driven by eight speakers.
Implications: Where the Territory Fits in the Modern Market
The introduction of the Ford Territory Full Hybrid signals a significant maturation in how buyers approach vehicle electrification. For consumers who live in high-density urban apartments without access to dedicated home-charging stations, plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and fully electric vehicles (BEVs) often present logistical nightmares.
By utilizing a full hybrid architecture that self-charges through internal combustion and regenerative braking, Ford has effectively eliminated range anxiety and charging friction.
Furthermore, the vehicle’s dual nature—offering the plush, quiet isolation of an EV during low-speed electric city crawling, combined with the aggressive passing power of a 240-horsepower powertrain—proves that eco-friendly family transport no longer requires compromising on driving dynamics.
As automotive markets continue to pivot toward sustainable mobility, the Ford Territory Full Hybrid stands out not as a radical, alien spaceship, but as a practical, well-thought-out bridge to the future: spacious enough for the family, smart enough for the tech enthusiast, and thrilling enough for those who simply love to drive.
