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Ford Granada GU 2.8 i (150 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Granada:
The European Ford Granada is an executive car manufactured by Ford Europe from 1972 until 1994.
The first-generation model was produced from 1972 to 1976 at Ford's German factory in Cologne and at its British factory in Dagenham. In 1976, production switched entirely to Germany. The original version was replaced in 1977 by a second-generation model which was produced until 1985. From 1985 to 1994, the Granada name was used, in the United Kingdom and Ireland only, for a third-generation model which was sold in other European markets as the Ford Scorpio and in North America as the Merkur Scorpio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
GU Overview:
Ford Granada (GU). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Granada GU was produced before modern crash testing standards and technologies were widely implemented. Its safety features are basic by today's standards, typical for vehicles of the early 1980s, focusing on structural integrity rather than advanced occupant protection systems.
2.8 i (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong performer for its time, this fuel-injected V6 offers brisk acceleration and excellent cruising ability, making it well-suited for highway travel.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a significant drawback, especially in city driving. This engine prioritizes power and smoothness over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent ride comfort for its era
- • Spacious and luxurious interior (especially Ghia models)
- • Wide range of engine options, including powerful V6s
- • Robust and generally reliable mechanicals
- • Classic executive car appeal
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy, especially with V6 engines
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust in older models
- • Handling can feel ponderous compared to modern cars
- • Parts availability can be challenging for some components
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GU: 1981 - 1985).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Granada |
| Generation: | GU |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 i (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 150 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4630 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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