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Technical data

This 1.6 5MT XR3 (96 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Ford from 1980 to 1986. In addition to this engine, 24 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km9.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8.4litre
Fuel tank capacity40litre
Cruising rangefrom 420 to 530km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed182km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.7second

Engine

Displacement1597cm3
Engine power96bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Maximum torque132Nm
RPM at max torque4000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeCarburetor
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore79.96mm
Stroke79.52mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats5
Length4052mm
Width1640mm
Height1350mm
Wheelbase2393mm
Front track1390mm
Rear track1430mm
Kerb weight895kg
Gross weight1375kg
Displacement480kg
Min. boot capacity360litre
Max. boot capacity1030litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Double wishbone, Spring
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City11.4 litres / 100km
Highway9 litres / 100km
Average10.1 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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