A new development in the mid-size SUV segment is under way, with progress evident in Taiwan as Ford Lio Ho prepares to introduce the latest Territory, which has appeared on the vehicle safety website after securing certifications from the Environmental Protection Administration, the Energy Administration and other public agencies.

However, the manufacturer is continuing to withhold the model code, specifications, and equipment details, with further information expected at the preview event on November 18th, where local news outlets are preparing full coverage.

Based on currently available information, several details of the new Territory have been identified.

Following the release of the "Energy Efficiency Label" photographs, the domestically produced Territory has been shown with two-tone alloy wheels, available in at least silver, red, and blue.

The higher-grade variant also appears to feature a horizontal light strip integrated into the grille.

According to information from the Energy Administration, the Taiwan-built Territory will be certified as both a passenger vehicle and a light commercial van, and will be offered with two powertrain options comprising two petrol versions and three hybrid versions.

The petrol models are equipped with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission, delivering an average fuel consumption of 13.1 km/ litre. The hybrid models combine a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine with an electric motor and a 1.83 kWh battery, matched with a two-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). This configuration achieves 19.6-20.2 km/ litre and has received a Level 1 energy-efficiency rating.

The Territory Hybrid's two-speed DHT system selects the power delivery mode according to driving conditions.

In urban environments, it prioritises pure-electric driving or engages the engine to charge the battery when required for range-extended EV operation.

During highway cruising, it switches to direct engine-drive mode, transmitting engine power to the wheels to reduce energy conversion losses and maintain high-speed efficiency.