Ford Falcon
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| Ford Falcon | |
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| 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 |
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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.
Recent Changes
- For 2007, FPV released the Ford Falcon F6 R-spec Typhoon.
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- 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.
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- 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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