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Ford Sierra Hatchback II 2.8i XR 4x4 (150 Hp)
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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). All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.8i XR 4x4 (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A powerful and torquey V6, providing strong acceleration and excellent cruising capabilities, especially with 4x4.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, typical for a large V6 with 4x4 from this era, but delivers a premium driving feel.
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- • Outdated safety features by modern standards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(Turnier I: 1985 - 1986).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Sierra |
| Generation: | Hatchback II |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8i XR 4x4 (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 150 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4425 mm mm [86mm less] |
| Width: | 1694 mm mm [26mm less] |
| Height: | 1407 mm mm [21mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2608 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1452 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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