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Ford Maverick II 3.0 i V6 24V AWD (197 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Maverick:
Ford has marketed the following automobiles models using the Ford Maverick nameplate:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Ford Maverick (II). With 265 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1665 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Maverick (sharing platforms with the Escape) received a respectable 4-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2001, indicating a solid level of safety for its era.
3.0 i V6 24V AWD (197 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The V6 delivers the strongest performance, offering confident acceleration and highway cruising ability, ideal for towing.
Fuel Economy
This is the thirstiest option, with high fuel consumption, especially in urban driving, impacting running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical SUV body style
- • Available intelligent All-Wheel Drive system
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride for its class
- • Good value on the used market
- • Reliable powertrain options (especially 2.3L and V6)
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for V6 and 2.3L engines
- • 2.0L engine can feel underpowered, especially with AWD
- • Interior plastics feel dated and utilitarian
- • Limited off-road capability despite AWD
- • Dated exterior styling compared to newer rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(UDS,UNS: 1996 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Maverick |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V AWD (197 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 197 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.4 Hp/l [271mm less] |
| Torque: | 265 Nm @ 4750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AJ More details about the engine AJ |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 118.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1665 |
| Max. weight: | 2145 |
| Max load: | 480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1940 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 985 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 62 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4394 mm mm [271mm less] |
| Width: | 1781 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Height: | 1722 mm mm [128mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2619 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Front track: | 1554 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1550 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 R15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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