Volkswagen Amarok
Overview
Manufacturer	Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles
Also called	Volkswagen Robust Pick-Up (concept)
Production	2010–present
Assembly	General Pacheco, Argentina (Nov 2009–present) Hannover, Germany (Jun 2011–present)
Designer	Walter de Silva
Body and chassis
Class	Light commercial vehicle
Body style	2-door single cab pickup truck 4-door double cab pickup truck
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive or 4motion four-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 I4 FSI turbocharged petrol 2.0 I4 TDI CR 03L diesel
Transmission	6-speed manual 8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	3,095 mm (121.9 in)
Length	5,254 mm (206.9 in) Extended Bed 5,900 mm (232.3 in)
Width	Double Cab 1,944 mm (76.5 in) Double Cab Highline 1,954 mm (76.9 in)
Height	1,834 mm (72.2 in)

The Volkswagen Amarok is a mid-size pickup truck built by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles (VWCV). It is a traditional body-on-frame truck with MacPherson struts suspension at the front and leaf springs at the rear. The Amarok range consists of single cab and double cab, combined with either rear-wheel drive or 4motion four-wheel drive, and is powered by turbocharged gasoline or Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) diesel engines. VWCV considers the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara and Mitsubishi Triton to be Amarok competitors, although it is bigger in size.

History

In 2005, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced their intent to build the Robust Pick-Up and off road family of vehicles.

In 2007, automotive website WorldCarFans.com published the first photos captured by RoAnSa Carspy Photography of the development mule of the Robust Pick Up concept vehicle wearing Toyota Hilux sheetmetal on a Volkswagen-developed chassis.

Amarok Highline double cab, Australia

In March 2008, automotive spy photographer Hans Lehmann captured the first image of the Robust Pick up wearing a production body which is designed by Walter de Silva.

In September 2008, Volkswagen released the Robust Pick Up concept in a Search and Rescue (SAR) vehicle color scheme; the design is said to be 95% a production version.

The Amarok, the first pickup from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, was presented to the general public in General Pacheco, Argentina on the 7th of January 2010.

Following the launch in Argentina, the Amarok was a key support vehicle in the 2010 Dakar Rally, with 45 being used.

In November 2010, the Amarok was awarded 4 stars from Euro NCAP under the 2010/2011 standard crash testing procedure. In February 2011, it received 5 stars from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).

Naming

The name 'Amarok' was developed and researched by branding agency Interbrand on request from Volkswagen.

Revealed to the public on 4 June 2009, "Amarok" means "wolf" in Inuit, and Interbrand also claims it is associated with "he loves stones" in Romance languages. It also resembles "tomorrow" in Irish. It is also the title of a 1990 record album by musician Mike Oldfield, a 2000 album of the German black metal solo project Nargaroth, and the name of an open-source music player (version 1.0 in 2004).

Volkswagen's association with 'Wolf' is referenced on many of its vehicles. Up until the 1980s, the 'Wolfsburg Crest', in various guises, was displayed on VW products, the most famous being the Type 1. Up until 1964, the Wolfsburg crest badge was placed on the bonnet. The crest also appeared on the steering wheel hubs on many models. The Lupo (Italian for Wolf) was named in honour of Wolfsburg, the home of Volkswagen.

Engines

The Amarok is powered by a range of Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) common rail diesel engines, and Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) petrol engine.

As of 2010, the engine range consists of two 2.0L Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) common rail diesel engines which is taken from the Volkswagen Transporter (T5), it has been tuned for more torque but less power; the entry-level version produces 90 kW (122 PS; 121 hp) which develops a maximum torque of 340 Nm (250 lbft) from 2000 rpm. The top of the line bi-turbo version produces 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) which develops a maximum torque of 400 Nm (300 lbft) from 1500 rpm.2500

Fuel consumption in a combined cycle format is as low as 7.6 L/100 km (37 mpg_-imp; 31 mpg_-US) _{on the rear wheel drive variant to 8.1 L/100 km (35 mpg-imp}; 29 mpg_-US) on the 4Motion theoretically giving the Amarok a 1,000 km (620 mi) range before filling up for fuel.

As of the 2012 Model Year Volkswagen has introduced two more engine configurations, 2.0L TDI 90 kW motor upgraded to 103 kW of power and a 2.0L Bi-TDI which has an optional 8-speed ZF engineered automatic transmission.

On 22 September 2014 Volkswagen is launching a limited edition Amarok Dark Label model.The new Volkswagen Amarok Dark Label is fitted with the company’s range-topping 178 bhp 2.0-litre BiTDI engine, generating up to 420 Nm of torque and offering a maximum towing capacity of up to 3,200 kg.

Engines

Model	Years	Engine	Displ.	Power	Torque
2.0 TSI	2011–	I4 16V	1,984 cc (121.1 cu in)	118 kW (160 PS; 158 hp) @ 3800–5500 rpm	300 Nm (220 lbft) @ 1600–3750 rpm
2.0 TDI (CR) DPF	2010–2011	I4 16V	1,968 cc (120.1 cu in)	90 kW (122 PS; 121 hp) @ 3750 rpm	340 Nm (250 lbft) @ 1750–2250 rpm
2.0 TDI (CR) DPF	2012-	I4 16V	1,968 cc (120.1 cu in)	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 3750 rpm	340 Nm (250 lbft) @ 1750–2250 rpm
2.0 BiTDI (CR) DPF	2010–	I4 16V	1,968 cc (120.1 cu in)	120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) @ 4000 rpm	400 Nm (300 lbft) @ 1500–2000 rpm
2.0 BiTDI (CR) DPF	2012–	I4 16V	1,968 cc (120.1 cu in)	132 kW (179 PS; 177 hp)	420 Nm (310 lbft)

Driveline

The Amarok has three drive concepts: rear wheel drive, Shiftable 4Motion and Permanent 4Motion. The Shiftable all wheel drive system can shift drive between the axles whereas the Permanent full-time all wheel drive system distributes power through a Torque Sensing (Torsen) differential with a 40:60 ratio between the front and rear axles.

Production sites and figures

The Amarok is currently being produced in the Volkswagen Group plant in General Pacheco, Argentina; for South American, Mexican, Oceanian, South African, Russian, and European markets.

It is expected to produce 90,000 Amaroks annually once production it is at full capacity.

The Hanover site was originally dropped from possible sites to produce the Amarok due to the Global Financial Crisis and increasing economic costs in Europe in 2009.

In September 2010 it was decided by the Volkswagen Group Board of Management that 40,000 Amarok pickups will also be built in Hanover, Germany for the European and small volume markets from the middle of 2012.

The 100,000th Amarok was produced on the 8th of October 2011.

Amarok introduced at Taiwan market from 2012 (2.0BiTDI 6MT highline).

Production Figures:

• 2009 = 193
• 2010 = 44,525
• 2011 = 25,518 (until May 2011)

Availability

Currently the Amarok is available in South America, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa, Russia as well as the rest of Europe. However, a recent exodus of other mid-sized pickup lines in North America has created an opening in the market. VW is in talks with Canadian and U.S. dealerships to introduce the pickup to the continent.

Model lines

Three equipment lines will be offered on the Amarok; base version, Trendline and Highline.

Base version

The base version comes equipped with 16-inch steel wheels, height-adjustable front seats, variable folding rear bench seats, locking glove box, cargo platform lighting, antenna integrated within wing mirrors, manual window regulators, manual door locking and manual wing mirror adjustment. The front bumper, wing mirrors and door handles come in black.

2011 Base model 4x2

Trendline

The Trendline grade has over the base version electrically operated door locking, electric windows and wing mirror adjustment as well as a radio with a CD player, climate control (Climatic), multi-functional display, cruise control, front fog lights, 17-inch aluminium wheels. Also painted in the body colour are the front bumper, door handles and wing mirrors.

Highline

The Highline grade has over the Trendline part chrome mirror housings, chrome strips on radiator grille and around the fog lights, chrome rear bumper bar 18-inch aluminium wheels, automatic climate control (Climatronic), leatherette/leather fabric on the interior.

Platform variants

Volkswagen Amarok single cab. VW quotes 36.2mpg fuel consumption

The Amarok was launched in a Double Cab variant with the Single Cab first launching in late 2011 in South Africa and Europe.

Other variants

XXL

Offers an extended bed with 2.21 meters of space and a slightly longer wheelbase.

Chassis cab

In 2006 the Australian publication Transport Today reported that Phil Clark, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles Director in Australia, was trying to persuade Volkswagen's head office to add a chassis cab programme to Project RPU.

Cab Chassis variants of both the Single Cab and Double Cab will launch with the 2012 Model Year range.

Amarok Sochi Special Edition

This variant will only be available in Russia. It adds extra exterior chrome trim, a navigation system and an updated interior.

Amarok Polar Expedition

The Polar Expedition variant was designed to promote the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games in the remote areas of Russia. Three of these trucks were built to carry 9 people 9,942 miles east by road from Moscow to the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on the Kamchatka peninsula. The team of 9 earned the Guinness World Record for the longest off-road journey through one country. The team took 66 days to reach Kamchatka from Moscow by driving over the glacier-covered Sredinny Range and were the first people to do so. The specially built Amaroks received a couple of upgrades to take on the cold and road less wilderness. The team replaced the front and rear suspension with long-travel, heavy-duty shocks and massive tires with deeper ridges for extra traction in deep snow and ice. The body was unmodified except for cutting out the fenders to fit the wheels and tires. The 2.0L turbo diesel engine remained mostly unmodified because the goal was reliability. For added safety, the interior was fitted with a roll cage and navigation equipment to make sure the team didn't get lost.

Spin-offs

Rumoured platform spin-offs include a five to seven seat SUV to compete with Nissan Xterra and Toyota Hilux SW4 to be built in Brazil for the South American and European markets.

The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has announced plans to phase out other vehicles, including the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, in favour of the Amarok to move to a single type of truck for peacetime operations. The stated aims for this plan are to purchase 1,667 new vehicles for the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, and the Marechaussee.

Awards

• Auto Esporte - Pickup of the Year 2011 (Brazil)
• Safest Pickup 2011
• Auto Test - Cruze, One and Amarok, the best of the year according Auto Test (Argentina)
• Parabrisas - Pickup of the Year 2011 (Argentina)
• MotorTransport - International Pickup Truck of the Year (UK)
• OFF ROAD - Pickup of the Year 2011 (Germany)
• Magazin Jäger - Goldenen Keiler (Golden Boar) Best Hunting Car (Germany)
• ROAD - Russian Automobile Dealers Golden Klaxon - Special Vehicles Class (Russia)
• What Van? - Pickup of the Year 2012 (UK)
• 4X4 Australia - Ute of the Year 2011 (Australia)
• Delivery - Ute of the Year 2011 (Australia)
• Zoo Magazine - Manliest Motor of the Year 2011 (UK)
• British Insurance Vehicle Security Awards - Best Pickup of the Year 2011 (UK)

Search and Rescue Pickup concept

Volkswagen revealed their one tonne pickup study at the 2008 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in September; the SAR Pickup measures 5.18 metres (17 ft) in length and 1.9 metres (6 ft 3 in) in width, and the 1.55 metres (5 ft 1 in) long cargo bed can carry a Euro sized broad pallet sideways.

SAR Pickup concept also was equipped for Lifeguards with: four mobile CB radios, flashlights, first aid kit with a defibrillator, binoculars, two safety helmets, removable neoprene seats for hard wearing, and a blue light roof module with integrated searchlight

Possible production features that were on the concept: radio navigation system controlled by a multifunction touch screen, differential locks, cable winch and the rear logo opens the tailgate.

2008 SAR Concept Pickup at Melbourne International Motor Show 2009.

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Ford FG Falcon XT Sedan

Ford FG Falcon
Overview
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company of Australia
Production	February 2008–2016
Assembly	Campbellfield, Victoria, Australia (Ford Australia)
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size
Body style	4-door sedan 2-door coupé utility 2-door cab chassis utility
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine	Inline-four 2.0 L Ecoboost (2012–present) Straight-six 4.0 L Barra 4.0 L Barra E-Gas (2008–2011) 4.0 L Barra EcoLPi (2011–present) 4.0 L Barra Turbo V8 5.4 L BOSS 5.0 L Supercharged BOSS
Transmission	6-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic 6-speed ZF automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,838 mm (111.7 in)
Length	4,955 mm (195.1 in) (XT)
Width	1,868 mm (73.5 in)
Height	1,453 mm (57.2 in)
Curb weight	1,704 kg (3,757 lb) (XT)
Chronology
Predecessor	Ford BF Falcon

The Ford FG Falcon is a full-size car produced by the Ford Motor Company of Australia since 2008. The FG series is the current model of the Ford Falcon and is the seventh generation of the car. It was first previewed at a press event on 17 February 2008.

The FG Falcon has achieved an ANCAP five star safety rating, being the first Australian manufactured car to do so, achieving a score of 34.6 out of 37.

As part of the FG-Falcon update the longstanding Futura, Fairmont and Fairmont Ghia models were replaced by the more contemporary G6 and G6E models respectively. The FG moniker references the now discontinued Fairmont Ghia.

Ford Falcon FG in use as a taxicab in Australia

The FG will be superseded in late 2014, with an update codenamed FG-X.

From October 2016 all local Ford production will cease.

Specification levels

The Ford FG Falcon is sold in 7 different trim levels. There are three distinct groups. The base, G Series and XR. The G Series represents the premium luxury variants and the XRs are the sport variants. The models are XT, G6, G6E, G6E Turbo, XR6, XR6 Turbo and XR8. The ute variants include the base Falcon Ute, the R6, XR6, XR6 Turbo and XR8.

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 ESC which was previously only fitted to petrol-powered FG sedans. ESC was also made standard on the previous E-Gas BF III Falcon wagons still in production (previously unavailable). ESC fitment will be extended to the utility body styles from May 2009, excluding the base XL and R6 Ute, where it will be optional. From June 2010, all sedan models received Bluetooth mobile phone integration and iPod integration as standard equipment.

Falcon XT

The XT is the base model of the FG Falcon range. The XT has a business class 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 195 kW (261 hp) at 6000 rpm and 391 Nm (288 lbft) of torque, 201kW / 409Nm of torque is available with RON95 fuel. These figures further rise to 208 kW (279 hp) and 420 Nm (310 lbft) on premium 98 octane fuel. The 6000rpm peak power band allows for faster pick-up acceleration, better overtaking acceleration and overall engine's willingness to accelerate compared to more hesitant BA/BF variants. The 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, and has a slightly however insignificantly quicker performance in gears above the second gear as compared to the French designed 5 speed and slightly better fuel economy due to slightly quicker shifts in third, fourth, fifth and sixth gears; and more regularly engaging clutch lock-up. This is primarily due to the software the operates the ZF unit but also the unit's inherit mechanical shift quality. In July 2010, the 6-speed was made standard. Both the 5- and the 6- speed retain the 3.73:1 final open differential ratio with LSD optional on XR6 models. During numerous tests a standard 5- or 6- speed FG XT 4.0L petrol is capable of outrunning all previous generations of non-turbo Falcons as well as some previous generation V8 models; thus exhibiting quicker performance than for example a 5.4L 3V 4-speed automatic Falcon of the sixth generation.

Ford FG Falcon XT EcoLPi

The new styling is based around the kinetic design Ford Europe uses for their cars. The interior has been improved from the previous model. The centre console has been 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, it has a MP3 compatible CD player, 3.5 mm (0.14 in) 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. From 1 September 2008, all XT models have been specified with alloy wheels as standard equipment, previously an extra-cost option This replaced the standard 16" x 6.5" steel wheels that used plastic wheel covers or center hub caps.

Falcon XR

Falcon XR6

Ford FG Falcon XR6

The base model in the XR range, which features the same 4.0L I6 engine found in the XT, G6 and G6E. It has the same features as the XT, plus a 6-Speed manual transmission, 17 x 8-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels; optional 18- and 19-inch 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, alloy pedal covers and cloth sports seats. It can also be had with an automatic transmission, with a choice of 5 or 6-speed. Both having slightly quicker acceleration than the manual variant. As of July 2010, the 5-speed automatic is no longer available.

Falcon XR6 Turbo

XR6 Turbo Ute and Sedan, FPV F6

The Turbo model of the XR6 comes with all of the features of the standard XR6 plus 18 x 8-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels, limited slip differential, and upgraded front brakes. It uses the same 4.0L I6 Turbo engine that is found in the G6E Turbo. Performance wise, it is considered the fastest model in the FG Falcon range capable of 0–100 km/hr in 5.2s (Wheels), excluding the Falcon based FPV models from Ford Australia's performance vehicle partner Ford Performance Vehicles. The Inline 6 Turbo engine has a maximum power of 270 kW (362 hp) and maximum torque of 533 Nm (393 lbft). The I6 engine has the ability to provide the driver with an overboost feature which engages temporarily when the throttle is fully depressed at speed, the peak power will remain constant however the torque will increase to provide the driver with 586 Nm (432 lbft).

Falcon XR8

Ford FG Falcon XR8 Styleside Ute

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 from other XR models. The V8 was taken directly out of the previous model FPV GT, with a maximum power of 290 kW (389 hp) and a maximum torque of 520 N·m (380 lb·ft); however its performance figures were somewhat less impressive than that of the XR6 Turbo despite having a 20 kW (27 hp) advantage. It was also less agile through corners due to the heavier front end. Although slower, less economical and more expensive than its XR6 Turbo counterpart, it is considered more popular amongst the more traditional Falcon enthusiasts who prefer the naturally aspirated V8 over the inline 6 Turbo. However, 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. Although initially expected to be re-introduced with the 5.0-litre "Coyote" engine used in the Ford Mustang GT during 2011, the model has not returned to the Falcon range,however it is due to return in 2014.

G Series

Ford FG G6E

Ford FG G6E

Ford FG G6E interior

G6

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.

G6 Limited Edition

A limited edition model consisting of just 1500 units, based on the G6. 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).

G6E

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) can warn of traffic incidents via TMC.

G6E Turbo

2008 Ford FG G6E Turbo sedan

The G6E Turbo is the same as the G6E, except it has an I6 turbocharged engine, 18 x 8-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels, iPod integration, turbo decals and a boot mounted spoiler. The engine is the same as that found in the XR6 Turbo, giving it a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) sprint time of 4.9 seconds.

MkII

FG MkII G6E

MkII is the first major visual upgrade for the FG Falcon since its introduction in 2008. The MkII has a revised front facia 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.

Powertrains

The standard FG Falcon engine is a 24-Valve 4.0 Litre in-line-six with VCT; which produces peak power of 195 kW (261 hp) at 6000 rpm and class-leading peak torque of 391 Nm (288 lbft) at 3250 rpm. From July 2010 production all I6 engines (excluding E-Gas models) meet Euro 4 emission standards. The ZF six-speed auto is the only transmission available (excluding XR models which feature a six-speed manual transmission standard, with the option of the auto). This combined with hardware updates has improved fuel consumption to 9.9 L/100 km (29 mpg-imp; 24 mpg-US) for all entry level naturally aspirated petrol sedans and 10.7 L/100 km (26 mpg-imp; 22 mpg-US) for the equivalent utility variants. The high-performance turbocharged version of the in-line-six produces 270 kW (362 hp) at 5250 rpm and 533 Nm (393 lbft) of torque from 1950 rpm; this engine is available in the XR6 Turbo and G6E Turbo.

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 156 kW (209 hp) to 198 kW (266 hp) at 5000 rpm and torque has risen 10% from 374 Nm (276 lbft) to 409 Nm (302 lbft) at 3250 rpm. 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 198 kW is reached at just 5000rpm, versus 6000rpm for the faster revving petrol variant. In addition to the engine improvements, the new LPG system now features a 6-speed automatic as standard. The new system will be available from July 2011 and be an option on models fitted with the naturally aspirated 6-cylinder engine.

Ford introduced the 2.0L Ecoboost engine in 2012 which will reputedly use 20 percent less fuel and emit significantly less CO2 emissions than the current 4.0L engine. The engine will have at least 179 kW (240 hp) and 353 N·m (260 lb·ft), peak torque will be available from 2,000 rpm all the way to 5,500 rpm. The fuel consumption is estimated at roughly 8 L/100 km (29 mpg-US; 35 mpg-imp). These performance and economy figures are superior to Holden's 3.0-litre SIDI engine. The Falcon will be the first rear drive application using the Ecoboost engine.

FPV variants

FPV FG GS Ute

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As with the previous Falcon BA & BF series, Ford Performance Vehicles are producing high-performance versions of the Falcon FG. They include FPV F6, GT, GT-P and the GT-E variants of the sedan, and F6 Ute, Pursuit and Super Pursuit models based on the Falcon Ute. The F6 models feature a 4.0L turbocharged DOHC 24-valve in-line six-cylinder engine, which produces a maximum power of 310 kW (416 hp) at 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 565 Nm (417 lbft) across the range from 1,950 to 5,200 rpm. All other models have a 5.4L Boss V8 engine, which produces 315 kW (422 hp) at 6,500 rpm and 551 Nm (406 lbft) of torque at 4,750 rpm. As of October 2009 FPV have released a luxury F6-E model variant, which is equipped the same as a GT-E but with the F6 engine. Also in October 2009 FPV released a GS model to commemorate the historic GS nameplate from the 1970s, it is based on the XR8 with a slightly detuned V8 from the GT. It is equipped with unique GS decals and dark argent wheels, and is a limited run of 250 sedans and 75 utes.

FPV FG GT Boss 315

In October 2010, Ford Performance Vehicles introduced a supercharged all-alloy quad cam 5.0-litre V8 engine (codenamed Miami) to replace the older 5.4L Boss unit. A 315 kW (422 hp) version was introduced in the FPV GS model (which replaces the defunct XR8 model) and a 335 kW (449 hp) version was developed for the FPV GT, GT-E, and GT-P models. A limited edition GT RSPEC was later released, of which 350 examples were manufactured. While there were no improvements to the V8 engine, various upgrades were applied to the front and rear suspension, and new rear tyres with 275mm tread width were fitted. The upgrades also included a red accent package including stripes, wheels, and mirrors.

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