2 days Ago By Jack Quick
The Ford Capri is the latest in a long line of classic and beloved nameplates that is being reborn in a high-riding crossover or SUV form. Overnight, Ford’s European division published the first teaser images of the forthcoming electric SUV that’s tipped to adopt the Capri name. It’s set to be revealed on July 10.
It’s the ‘coupe’ inspired counterpart to the Europe-only Ford Explorer , with both models riding on Volkswagen’s MEB electric vehicle (EV) architecture. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today The two teaser images show the headlight and tail light designs of the Capri, along with subtle hints at the exterior design. For example, we can see there’s a rakish rear window that’s become synonymous with ‘coupe’ SUVs such as the Volkswagen ID.
5. These two teaser images are part of a bizarre marketing campaign that saw an advertisement placed for a business called ‘Comeback Cars’. The ad states “we bring back icons to their legendary status, rewired for a new era.
With 55 years of knowledge, our teams has restored 1986 classic coupes. We promise to return your car fast, back from its glory, EV-ery time”. Given the first-generation Capri coupe was launched 55 years ago in 1969 and production of the third-generation model ceased in 1986, these are two less-than-subtle hints about the upcoming SUV’s name.
The bottom of the ad encourages readers to message Ford’s WhatsApp for more information, which prompts the two teaser images. The .
