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Technical data

This 1.8 TD MT (70 hp) engine was fitted in the 6 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Ford from 1995 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 9 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 km8.5litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km5.5litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km6.6litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Cruising rangefrom 650 to 1 000km
FuelDiesel
Top speed163km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)15.8second

Engine

Displacement1753cm3
Engine power70bhp
RPM at max powerto 4 500RPM
Maximum torque135Nm
RPM at max torque2500RPM
Engine typeDiesel
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Forced inductionTurbocharger
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore82mm
Stroke82mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive

Body

Seats5
Length4140mm
Width1679mm
Height1349mm
Wheelbase2520mm
Front track1440mm
Rear track1461mm
Kerb weight1050kg
Gross weight1600kg
Min. boot capacity379litre
Max. boot capacity735litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDrum

Real-world consumption (est.)

City9.8 litres / 100km
Highway6.3 litres / 100km
Average7.6 litres / 100km

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

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