Ford Falcon

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Ford Falcon
Ford
aka FPV
FPV GT
Fairmont Ghia
Production 2008 >
Class Large car
Body Style 4 dr Sedan, Utility, Cab chassis
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Transmission 5 speed Automatic

6 speed Automatic (ZF)

6 speed Manual (Tremec) RWD

Engine 4.0L inline-6
G6 turbocharged inline-6
5.4 litre BOSS V8
Power 270 kW @ 5250 rpm
533 Nm of torque @ 2000-4750 rpm

290 kW (394 cv) @ 5750 rpm
520 Nm of torque @ 4750 rpm
Similar Holden Commodore
Designer

The Ford Falcon was the forerunner of the popular Mustang. It is now only marketed in New Zealand and Australia as a family sedan and utility vehicle. A higher-performance variant is available, however, called the FPV.

See Wikicars' comprehensive Ford Falcon Review.

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Recent Changes

  • For 2007, FPV released the Ford Falcon F6 R-spec Typhoon.
  • For 2008, The Falcon XR receives a minor facelift. Featuring a new body kit including new side rockers and extensions for the front bumper, as well as a new insert in the rear valance, side mirrors and a set of 5-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels with a "shadow chrome" finish. Along with the refresh is a 650-unit limited-edition UTE model dubbed "XR by Craig Lowndes". This option package includes $6,000 of equipment for just $1,000 above the Falcon XR's base price. [1]

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The FG Falcon is the first Australian-built car to achieve a 5 star rating from ANCAP. It scored 14.61 out of 16 in the frontal crash test and also scored a total 16 points for side impact crash testing and extra 2 points in a pole impact crash test. The overall score of the FG Falcon is 34.61 out of 37 and it scored 2 stars in the pedestrian test.

Safety features

  • Dual front airbags
  • Anti-lock braking system
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution
  • Head/thorax airbags
  • Emergency brake assist
  • Electronic stability control (Not available in E-Gas)
  • Seat belt reminders (Front)
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  • Power adjustable pedals
  • Reversing camera


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Main Competitors

Holden Commodore

Toyota Aurion

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