Ford · 2008–2014

Ford FG Falcon

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.

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Predecessor: Ford BF Falcon · Successor: Ford Falcon FGX

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Introduction and changes

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. The FG moniker references the now-discontinued Fairmont Ghia. The FG was superseded in December 2014, by the FG X series.

Powertrains

The standard FG Falcon engine is a 24-valve, 4.0-litre, in-line six (I6) with variable cam timing, which produces peak power of 195 kW (261 hp) at 6000 rpm and peak torque of 391 N⋅m (288 lb⋅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 automatic is an optional extra, the XR6 series having a five-speed as standard. 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 I6 produces 270 kW (362 hp) at 5250 rpm and 533 N⋅m (393 lb⋅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 increases torque to 640 Nm and power to 324 kW. The Turbo variant makes as much as 515 N⋅m (380 lb⋅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 setup used in the previous E-Gas system. The new injection setup is accompanied by new lightweight 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 to 198 kW (209 to 266 hp) at 5000 rpm, and torque has risen 10% from 374 to 409 N⋅m (276 to 302 lb⋅ft) 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 the peak power of

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.

Model range

The Ford FG Falcon comprised seven different trim levels, divided into three distinct groups: Base Falcon - XT Luxury Falcon - G-Series Sports Falcon - XR The specific models included the Falcon XT; the luxury G6, G6E, and G6E Turbo; and the sports XR6, XR6 Turbo, and XR8. The utility 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. It has a standard suspension tune; the rear suspension is Ford's Control Blade IRS, and the front suspension is the 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 N⋅m (288 lb⋅ft) of torque. The naturally aspirated XT engine specification is identical to the nonturbo XR6, G6, G6E, and Utility vehicle variants powered by the 4.0 L engine. At launch, the standard transmission was a new five-speed auto, replacing the previous Australian designed and made four-speed. The ZF six-speed automatic was optional from the launch in 2008. In July 2010, the six-speed was made standard. Both the five- and six-speed transmissions retain the 2.73:1 final open-differential ratio, with LSD optional on XR6 models. The new styling is based around the kinetic design Ford 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 an 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

Model changes

=== Mk II === The Mk II, introduced in 2011, was 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, including a smaller upper grille and a larger octagonal lower grille, along with revised headlight and fog light assemblies; G6E and G6E turbo models came standard with LED running lights. All new specification levels (except XT and XL) got the new Interior Command Centre, the unit is an 8-inch touch screen with 2D and 3D maps, SUNA traffic updates, overspeed and speed camera warnings, and street house number display, and is fully integrated. Improved safety features on the MkII included six airbags (dual front, side, and curtains) as standard on all sedan models, the Generation 9.0 dynamic stability control system was standard across the range and rear parking sensors were now standard. The MkII was placed on sale in late 2011, with a turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine option becoming available in early 2012.

FPV range

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 GT E variants of the sedan, and the F6 Ute and V8-powered Pursuit and Super Pursuit models based on the Falcon Ute. The F6 models featured a 4.0 L, turbocharged DOHC 24-valve, I6 engine, which produced a maximum power of 310 kW (416 hp) at 5,500 rpm and maximum torque of 565 N⋅m (417 lb⋅ft) across the range from 1,950 to 5,200 rpm. All other models were powered by a 5.4 L Boss V8 engine, which produces 315 kW (422 hp) at 6,500 rpm and 551 N⋅m (406 lb⋅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 utilities, 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, DOHC four valves per cylinder Coyote "Miami" 5.0 L; 302.1 cu in (4,951 cc) V8 engine to replace the older 5.4 L 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. Limited editions in this series included the Fifth-Anniversary, GT "Black", GT "R-Spec", and most importantly, the GT F "351". These cars had more powerful engines (335 kW (449 hp) for the first two and 351 kW (477 PS; 471 bhp) at 6000 rpm and 570 N⋅m (420 lbf⋅ft) at 2500-5500 rpm of torque for the GT F) and both the "R-S

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Specifications

name: Ford Falcon (FG)
Manufacturer: Ford Australia
Production: February 2008 – October 2014
Assembly: Australia: Melbourne, Victoria (Broadmeadows)
Predecessor: Ford Falcon (BF)
Successor: Ford Falcon (FG X)
Class: Full-size (E)
Body style: 4-door sedan, 2-door coupé utility, 2-door cab chassis utility
Platform: E8 (FoA Orion)
Layout: FR layout
Engine: Inline-four, 2.0 L Ecoboost (2012–2014) Straight-six, 4.0 L Barra 195, 4.0 L Barra E-Gas (2008–2011), 4.0 L Barra EcoLPi (2011–2014), 4.0 L Barra 270T, 4.0 L Barra 310T (FPV) V8, 5.4 L BOSS 290, 5.4 L BOSS 302 (FPV), 5.4 L BOSS 315 (FPV), 5.0 L BOSS 315 (FPV), 5.0 L BOSS 335 (FPV)
Transmission: 4-speed M93LE automatic (E-Gas), 5-speed 5R55S automatic (I6), 6-speed 6HP 21 automatic (I4), 6-speed 6HP 26 automatic (I6, V8), 6-speed TR-6060 manual
Wheelbase: 2838 mm
Length: 4955 mm (XT)
Width: 1868 mm
Height: 1453 mm
Kerb weight: 1704 kg (XT)
Designer: Steve Park
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