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Ford Falcon FG X XR8 5.0 SC V8 (456 Hp)
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Ford Falcon:
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FG X Overview:
Ford Falcon (FG X). With 570 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
XR8 5.0 SC V8 (456 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The pinnacle of Falcon performance, combining the brutal power of the supercharged V8 with the ultimate driver engagement of a manual gearbox, a true collector's item.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is high, as expected for a supercharged V8, but the manual transmission allows for more driver control over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Iconic Australian heritage and design
- • Wide range of powerful and reliable engines, especially the Barra six-cylinder
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with excellent ride quality
- • Strong performance options, including the supercharged XR8
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for performance models
- • Dated interior design compared to international rivals
- • Limited safety technology compared to contemporary European/Japanese sedans
- • Lack of Euro NCAP rating (though ANCAP 5-star for FG)
- • Final generation, limited future support/parts availability for some specific items
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(FG, facelift 2011: 2011 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Falcon |
| Generation: | FG X |
| Modification (Engine): | XR8 5.0 SC V8 (456 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 456 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 92.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 570 Nm @ 2200-5500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4951 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.25:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 19.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.6 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 535 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4949 mm mm [6mm less] |
| Width: | 1868 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1494 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2838 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2100 mm |
| Front track: | 1583 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1598 mm |
| Front overhang: | 943 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1168 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 355 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 328 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/35 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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