Jarvis Ford
If you love the type of spirited performance that sends a tingle down the spine, the all new Falcon XR is your dream getaway car.
With its distinctive muscular look and its sublime combination of breathtaking power and precise control, the XR range delivers a driving experience that can be best described as "serious fun."
Exhilaration
With a range of powerful and fuel-efficient engines and smooth, precise transmissions the all new Falcon allows you to customise the driving experience you desire.
Falcon's high-tech, state-of-the-art engines spoil you for choice and power. It all starts with the 4.0 litre I6 engine which delivers 195kW of power and 391Nm of torque. Next is the awesome 4.0 litre I6 Turbo, with a completely new turbocharger and air induction system, giving you 270kW of power and a whopping 533Nm of torque. Topping the list is the hand-assembled 290kW 5.4 litre V8.
Transmission
The range of sophisticated transmissions, with a low first gear ratio and higher top gear ratio deliver a truly spirited driving experience. The greater dynamic range means livelier, energetic performance as well as more relaxed cruising and ultra smooth gear shifts.
BOSS 290
The 5.4 litre V8 engine delivers incredible power.
When you want to tap into some truly spine-tingling power, look no further than the awesome BOSS 290. This high-tech, state-of-the-art engine is hand assembled by the team at Ford Performance Vehicles, features sequential, multi-point electronic fuel injection and oumos out an astonishing 290kW of power and 520Nm of torque at 4750rpm. It's little wonder so much power needs its own unique 'bonnet bulge'.
Suspension
Virtual Pivot Control Link front suspension.
Designed specifically to suit Australian conditions and roads, the Virtual Pivot Control Link front suspension combines precise steering control and manoeuvrability with excellent levels of comfort.
Control Blade Independant Rear Suspension (IRS).
One of the most advanced suspension syustems on any Australian built car, for greater handling ability and ride comfort.
Monotube shock absorbers.
Improves the vehicle's connection to the road as well as providing better handling.
A range of stylish wheels.
Comtemporary designed wheels including the optional 19" XR 5-spoke alloy wheels.
Performance brakes.
Standard on XR6 Turbo and XR*. the larger diameter front brakes feature vented discs and deliver outstanding stopping performance.
Safety
The first Australioan built vehicle to be awarded ANCAP's 5 Star Safety Rating.
Falcon XR proved itself through numerous internationally recognised crash tests and was awarded the highest safety rating possible. It's not the easiest rating to get, but when it comes to your safety and that of your family, it's the most important.
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