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Ford Sierra Hatchback II 2.0 16V Cosworth 4x4 CAT (220 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Sierra:
The Ford Sierra is a mid-size/large family car manufactured and marketed by Ford of Europe from 1982–1993. It was launched as a three-door or five-door liftback or a five-door estate car, with a car-derived van variant added in 1984 and the four-door Sierra Sapphire saloon car introduced in 1987 when the range was facelifted. The engine is mounted in the front with rear-wheel drive on most models and four-wheel drive on certain models.
It was designed by Uwe Bahnsen, Robert Lutz and Patrick Le Quément, and was noted for its aerodynamic styling. It has a drag coefficient of 0. 34, a significant improvement over its predecessors. The Sierra debuted at the 1982 British International Motor Show in Birmingham, then appeared at the 1982 Paris Salon de l'Automobile. Sales began on 15 October 1982, replacing the Ford Taunus TC3 and Ford Cortina Mark V. The Sierra's aerodynamic styling and the initial absence of a saloon alienated many conservative buyers, including company car drivers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Hatchback II Overview:
Ford Sierra (Hatchback II). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 16V Cosworth 4x4 CAT (220 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Legendary performance, offering exhilarating acceleration and superb grip thanks to 4x4. A true enthusiast's engine.
Fuel Economy
Very poor fuel economy, expected for a high-performance turbocharged engine of this era.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Aerodynamic design for its era
- • Wide range of engine choices, including performance variants
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Rear-wheel-drive handling (for enthusiasts)
- • Spacious interior and practical hatchback body
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be poor on larger engines
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Interior plastics feel dated
- • Some engines lack refinement
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback II: 1989 - 1993).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Sierra |
| Generation: | Hatchback II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V Cosworth 4x4 CAT (220 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 220 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
Behind the wheel of the Ford Sierra. How does it handle on the road?