Ford Scorpio I (GAE,GGE) 2.8i (150 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.6 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Ford Scorpio:

The Ford Scorpio is an executive car that was produced by Ford Germany from 1985 to 1998. It was the replacement for the European Ford Granada line. Like its predecessor, the Scorpio was targeted at the executive car market. A variant known as the Merkur Scorpio was sold briefly on the North American market during the late 1980s. While Ford's Taurus was of a similar size, Ford maintained the need for two parallel cars – while Scorpio buyers valued high-speed stability, a tight turning radius, and a sizable rear seat, American buyers had other requirements....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (GAE,GGE) Overview:

Ford Scorpio (I (GAE,GGE)). With 216 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.4 s). The top speed reaches 204 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.8i (150 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A powerful V6 delivering strong, smooth acceleration, making it a capable and enjoyable car for enthusiastic drivers.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is higher due to the larger engine, but offers a good blend of power and refinement.

Best Use Case: Performance / Highway cruising

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Spacious and comfortable interior
  • • Smooth V6 engine options
  • • Good ride quality
  • • Available 4x4 for enhanced traction
  • • Large boot space

Cons:

  • • Dated styling by later standards
  • • Some engines can be thirsty
  • • Limited safety features compared to modern cars
  • • Rust can be an issue on older models
  • • Handling not as sporty as some rivals

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Ford
Model:Scorpio
Generation:I (GAE,GGE)
Modification (Engine):2.8i (150 Hp)
Start of production:1985
End of production:1986
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:4
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:150 Hp @ 5700 rpm.
Power per litre:53.7 Hp/l
Torque:216 Nm @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:PRE
Engine displacement:2792
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:4.3 l
Coolant:8.5 l
Cylinder Bore:93 mm mm
Piston Stroke:68.5 mm mm
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:9.4 sec
Maximum speed:204 km/h
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:8.9 sec
Space:
Max. weight:1345
Fuel tank capacity:70 l
Size:
Length:4744 mm mm
Width:1766 mm mm
Height:1450 mm mm
Wheelbase:2761 mm mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.4 m
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering

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