The Ford Falcon (FG) is a full-sized car that was produced by Ford Australia from 2008 to 2014. It was the first iteration of the seventh and last generation of the Falcon. Its range no longer featured the Fairmont luxury badge, replaced instead by the G Series.
The FG series Falcon was first previewed at a press event on 17 February 2008 and sold until October 2014.
Range change
To make a fresh start, Ford Australia decided to revolutionize the designation of all models within the range. In particular, the long-standing Futura, Fairmont, and Fairmont Ghia models were replaced by the more contemporary G6 and G6 E models, respectively. The FG moniker references the now discontinued Fairmont Ghia.[1] The FG was superseded in December 2014,[2] by the FG X series.
Powertrains
The standard FG Falcon engine is a 24-valve 4.0-Litre in-line six with VCT; which produces peak power of 195kW (261hp) at 6000 rpm and [3] peak torque of 391N⋅m (288lb⋅ft) at 3250 rpm on regular 91 octane fuels. This power output raises up to 210 kW and 422 N⋅m with 98 octane fuels. From July 2010 all I6 engines (excluding E-Gas models) meet Euro 4 emission standards. The ZF six-speed auto is an optional extra, the XR6 series having a five-speed as standard. This combined with hardware updates has improved fuel consumption to 9.9L/100km (29mpg‑imp; 24mpg‑US) for all entry level naturally aspirated petrol sedans and 10.7L/100km (26mpg‑imp; 22mpg‑US) for the equivalent utility variants.[4] The high-performance turbocharged version of the in-line-six produces 270kW (362hp) at 5250 rpm and 533N⋅m (393lb⋅ft) of torque from 1950 rpm; this engine is available in the XR6 Turbo and G6 E Turbo with the 10 second over-boost function that boosts torque to 640Nm and power to 324kW. The Turbo variant makes as much as 515N⋅m (380lb⋅ft) of torque at just 1250 rpm.
In 2011, Ford introduced a new LPG system to the Falcon, marketed as "EcoLPI" the system features liquid injection as opposed to the vapour set up used in the previous E-Gas system. The new injection set up is accompanied by new light weight pistons and rings, a higher compression ratio of 12.0:1 and other modifications that improve power and economy. The power has risen 27% from 156kW (209hp) to 198kW (266hp) at 5000rpm and torque has risen 10% from 374N⋅m (276lb⋅ft) to 409N⋅m (302lb⋅ft) at 3250rpm. These figures virtually match the petrol version for power and torque when running on 95 octane fuel. In addition to the power gains, fuel use has dropped by around 15% while moreover the peak power of 198kW (266hp) is reached at just 5000rpm. In addition to the engine improvements, the new LPG system now features a 6-speed automatic as standard. The new system was available from July 2011 and was an option on models fitted with the naturally aspirated 6-cylinder engine.[5]
Ford introduced the 2.0L Ecoboost engine in 2012 which will reputedly use 20 per cent less fuel and emit significantly less CO2 emissions than the current 4.0L engine. The engine will have at least 179kW (240hp) and 353N⋅m (260lb⋅ft), peak torque will be available from 2,000 rpm all the way to 5,500 rpm.[6] The fuel consumption is estimated at 8L/100km (29mpg‑US; 35mpg‑imp).[7] The Falcon will be the first rear drive application using the Ecoboost engine, however, not capable of matching 380N⋅m (280lb⋅ft) of torque available at as low as 1500 rpm on the 4.0L petrol version thanks to the 4.0L petrol version's Ti-VCT or Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing, a new intake manifold, cam profiles and combustion chamber changes over the Barra182. The Barra190 and 195 were virtually identical except for the intake manifold and an extra knock sensor for the Barra195 allowing it to use (as above) RON98 to gain significant torque and power gains.
Safety
The FG range achieved an ANCAP five star safety rating, being the first Australian manufactured car to do so, achieving a score of 35.6 out of 37.[8]
Model range
The Ford FG Falcon comprised 7 different trim levels, divided into 3 three distinct groups:
the base Falcon
the luxury G6 series
the sports Falcon XR.
The specific models included the Falcon XT, the luxury G6, G6E, G6E Turbo, and the sports XR6, XR6 Turbo and XR8. The ute variants included the base Falcon Ute, R6, XR6, XR6 Turbo and XR8.
Falcon XT
The XT is the base model of the FG Falcon range. The XT has the standard [clarification needed] suspension tune: the rear suspension is Ford's Control Blade IRS, and the front suspension is virtual pivot link, the same architecture as found in the Territory. The brakes are carried over from the BF Falcon. The engine is the revised I6 Barra Engine which now produces 195kW (261hp) at 6000 rpm and 391N⋅m (288lb⋅ft) of torque.
The naturally aspirated XT engine specification is identical to the non-turbo XR6, G6, G6E and Utility vehicle variants powered by the 4.0L engine. At launch, the standard transmission was a new 5-speed auto, replacing the previous Australian designed and made 4-speed. The ZF 6-speed auto was optional from the launch in 2008. In July 2010, the 6-speed was made standard. Both the 5- and the 6- speed retain the 2.73:1 final open differential ratio with LSD optional on XR6 models.
The new styling is based around the kinetic designFord Europe uses for their cars. The interior was improved from the previous model. The centre console was lifted to make for a more luxurious and spacious feeling. The interior is more roomy and has better entry and exit for front and rear passengers. The XT is now better equipped, with a MP3 compatible CD player, 3.5mm (0.14in) auxiliary audio input jack, single zone automatic climate control, cruise control, 60/40 split fold-down rear seat back, front and rear power windows, four airbags, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with Emergency Brake Assist and a driver fatigue warning system.[9] From 1 September 2008, all XT models were specified with alloy wheels as standard equipment, previously an extra-cost option. This replaced the 16" x 6.5" steel wheels that used plastic wheel covers or centre hubcaps.[10]
Falcon XR6
The base model in the XR range, which features the same 4.0L I6 engine found in the XT, G6, and G6E, coming with a different ECU with a unique sport-tune. It comes with a 5 or 6-Speed automatic transmission, or a 6-speed manual transmission, 17 x 8-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels; optional 18" and 19"-inch wheels are available, Sports Control Blade Independent Rear Suspension (IRS), Sports body kit with side skirts and rear bumper, rear spoiler, front fog lamps, leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio controls, Bluetooth as an extra, alloy pedal covers and cloth sports seats. As of July 2010, the 5-speed automatic was no longer available to purchase due to the range upgrading to the ZF 6-speed across all models.
Falcon XR6 Turbo
The Turbo model of the XR6 comes with all of the features of the standard XR6 plus 18 x 8-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, limited slip differential, and upgraded front brakes (322mm rotors instead of the standard 298mm) without an option for 328mm x 26mm ventilated rear discs as found on BF Mk1 XR6T and XR8 models, losing on the braking capacity overall with 303mmx16mm solid rear discs, the same hardware found on the original BA XT from 2002. It uses the same 4.0L I6 Turbo engine that is found in the G6E Turbo. The six-speed automatic transmission used in turbocharged models is the 6HP26 which is rated to handle more torque than the 6HP21 used in non-turbo models. Performance wise, it is considered the fastest model in the FG Falcon range capable of 0–100km/h (0-62mph) in 4.8s, excluding the Falcon-based FPV models from Ford Australia's performance vehicle partner Ford Performance Vehicles. The inline-six turbocharged engine has a maximum power of 270kW (362hp) and maximum torque of 533N⋅m (393lb⋅ft). The I6 engine also has the ability to provide the driver with an "over-boost" feature which engages temporarily when the throttle is fully depressed at speed & correct atmospheric measures are met. Once correct conditions have been met, the engine will provide an increase in boost pressure of up to 12psi from a standard maximum of 10psi; which allows for power around the 330kW (443hp) mark.
Both the XR6 and XR6 Turbo can be optioned with the "XR Luxury Pack", which adds sports leather seats and black carbon look trim inserts, dual zone climate control, 19x8 inch alloy wheels, and premium sound. The "Tech pack" is also available and adds Bluetooth and iPod integration; both option packs add almost all the features from the G6E (minus reversing camera, curtain and side thorax airbags, an 8-way power adjustable driver's seat and memory mirrors, overhead sunglasses holder and mirror indicators)
Falcon XR8
Ford Falcon XR8 with Luxury Pack
The XR8 had the same features that are found in the XR6 Turbo. The bulging hood and supporting emblems on the side skirts differentiated it visually from other XR models. The V8 was in a similar state of tune to the Boss 290 in the BA-BF FPV V8 models (though not exactly the same), with a maximum power of 290kW (389hp) and maximum torque of 520N⋅m (380lb⋅ft); however its performance figures were similar to those of the XR6 Turbo despite having a 20kW (27hp) advantage according to official figures. A unique feature of the FG XR8 was a semi-active muffler which opened above 2800rpm for a throatier sound. However, the XR8 was less agile through corners than six cylinder variants due to a significantly heavier front end. The XR8 sold poorly compared to the XR6 Turbo with the majority of volume being in utility sales.
The Falcon XR8 was discontinued in June 2010 as a result of its 5.4-litre engine not complying with the Euro IV emissions standard adopted by Australia at that time. The Euro IV emissions would have robbed the engine of power and torque and would have required further investment and R&D. Although initially expected to be reintroduced with the 5.0-litre "Coyote" engine used in the Ford Mustang GT during 2011,[11] the model was re-introduced in 2014 with the FG-X series Falcon, featuring the 5.0 litre supercharged Miami motor.[12]
G Series
Interior, Falcon G6E
Up from the XT, this is the base model in the G Series. The G6 is the direct replacement for the Futura. It is powered by the same 4.0L engine and was originally mated to the five-speed automatic (upgraded to the ZF six-speed automatic in 2010). Besides the suspension, which is the sport-luxury tune found in the G6E, the drivetrain of the car is the same as the XT. Equipment levels are increased in the G6. It comes with front fog lights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted audio controls, rear parking sensors, sports body kit with side skirts and rear bumper, 17-inch alloy wheels.
A G6 Limited Edition consisting of just 1500 units, based on the G6. It's unknown how many of these 1500 units were Ecoboost. The G6 Limited Edition added leather seats in Shadow, Bluetooth, iPod integration, sports leather-wrapped steering wheel, unique fog lamp bezels, unique front grill (upper and lower), a unique rear bumper insert, side curtain airbags and 18-inch alloy wheels (17-inch on the E-Gas model).
The G6E is a step up from the G6, it is the replacement for the old Fairmont Ghia. It includes all of the features of the G6, plus a ZF six-speed automatic transmission, dual zone automatic climate control, a premium audio system, leather seats, Bluetooth mobile phone integration, reversing camera, curtain and side thorax airbags, an 8-way power adjustable driver's seat, 17 x 8-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, front scuff plates and an overhead sunglass console. It also features Mercedes-Benz styled side indicators on the side mirrors, similar to that on premium European cars.
GPS-equipped Ford Falcons (Ford G Series)[13] can warn of traffic incidents via TMC.[14]
The G6E Turbo is the same as the G6E, except it has an I6 turbocharged engine, 18 x 8-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, lower suspension, piano black centre console rather than silver, iPod integration, turbo decals and a boot mounted spoiler. The engine is the same as that found in the XR6 Turbo.
From April 2009 production, an update was introduced. This involved an improvement in fuel consumption on six-cylinder models fitted with the optional six-speed automatic. It was also announced that the LPG E-Gas models, like the petrol-powered versions of the FG sedan range, had been awarded the full five-stars in the ANCAP crash safety test. The five-star rating, up from four, was not due to any structural changes to the FG, but by the introduction of electronic stability control (ESC) which was previously only fitted to petrol-powered FG sedans. ESC was also made standard on the E-Gas BF III Falcon wagons still in production (previously unavailable). ESC fitment was extended to the utility body styles from May 2009, excluding the base XL and R6 Ute, where it was optional.[15] From June 2010, all sedan models received Bluetooth mobile phone integration and iPod integration as standard equipment.
Ford Falcon XT
Ford Falcon XT
Ford Falcon XR6
Ford Falcon XR6
Ford Falcon XR6 50th Anniversary
Ford Falcon XR6 50th Anniversary
Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo
Ford Falcon XR6 Turbo
Ford Falcon XR8
Ford Falcon XR8
Ford Falcon G6
Ford Falcon G6
Ford Falcon G6E
Ford Falcon G6E
Ford Falcon G6E Turbo
Ford Falcon G6E Turbo
FG II
The FG II was introduced in 2011, is the first major visual upgrade for the FG Falcon since its introduction in 2008. The MkII has a revised front fascia similar to that of the SZ Ford Territory, this includes a smaller upper grille and a larger octagonal lower grille, along with revised headlight and fog light assemblies, G6E and G6E turbo models come standard with LED running lights. All new specification levels (except XT and XL) get the new ICC (Interior Command Centre), the unit is an 8" touch screen with 2D and 3D maps, SUNA traffic updates overspeed and speed camera warnings, street house number display and is fully integrated.
Improved safety features on the MkII include six airbags (dual front, side and curtains) will be standard on all sedan models, the 'Generation 9.0' Dynamic Stability Control system is standard across the range and rear parking sensors are now standard. The MkII was placed on sale in late 2011, with a turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine option becoming available in early 2012. [16]
As with the previous Falcon BA and BF series, Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) produced high-performance versions of the Falcon FG. They included the F6 and V8-powered GT, GT-P and the GT E variants of the sedan the F6 Ute and V8-powered Pursuit and Super Pursuit models based on the Falcon Ute. The F6 models featured a 4.0L turbocharged DOHC 24-valve in-line six-cylinder engine, which produced a maximum power of 310kW (416hp) at 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 565N⋅m (417lb⋅ft) across the range from 1,950 to 5,200 rpm. All other models were powered by a 5.4L Boss V8 engine, which produces 315kW (422hp) at 6,500 rpm and 551N⋅m (406lb⋅ft) of torque at 4,750 rpm. As of October 2009, FPV released a luxury F6-E model variant, which was equipped the same as a GT E but with an F6 engine. Also in October 2009, FPV released a GS model to commemorate the historic GS nameplate from the 1970s, which was sold in lieu of a Falcon XR8. It was limited to 250 sedans and 75 utes, and was powered by a detuned V8 from the GT. Its distinguishing exterior features included unique "GS" decals and dark argent wheels.
In October 2010, FPV introduced a supercharged all-alloy DOHC4 valves per cylinder Coyote "Miami" 5.0L; 302.1cuin (4,951cc)V8 engine to replace the older 5.4 L Boss unit. A 315kW (422hp) version was introduced in the FPV GS model (which replaces the defunct XR8 model) and a 335kW (449hp) version was developed for the FPV GT, GT E, and GT-P models.
Limited editions in this series included the 5th Anniversary,[17] GT "Black", GT "R-Spec" and, most importantly, the GT F "351". These cars had more powerful engines (335kW (449hp) for the first two and 351kW (477PS; 471bhp) at 6000 rpm and 570N⋅m (420lbf⋅ft) at 2500-5500 rpm of torque for the GT F)[18] and both the "R-Spec" and "351" also featured an enhanced handling package highlighted by wider 9-inch rear wheels. Furthermore, the dyno testing shows that this engine makes significantly more power than the quoted 315, 335, 345 and 351kW, figures in excess of 380-400kW (510-535hp) at the rear wheels or ~ 450-470kW (600-630hp) at the flywheel. They also introduced launch control and the "351" nomenclature of the GT F, which has become the "Final GT Falcon" ever, represents both its engine output but also pays tribute to the original Falcon GT's cubic inch displacement.[19][20][21][22][23]
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