This 1.6 MT (78 hp) engine was fitted in the 2 generation XR2 hatchback 3-doors, which was produced by Ford from 1983 to 1989. In addition to this engine, 2 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.
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.4litre |
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| Fuel tank capacity | 40litre |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
| Top speed | 160km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11second |
| Displacement | 1597cm3 |
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| Engine power | 78bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 800RPM |
| Maximum torque | 125Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 3300RPM |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Injection type | Carburetor |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore | 80mm |
| Stroke | 79.5mm |
| Gearbox | Manual |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Turning circle | 10.3m |
| Seats | 4 |
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| Length | 3711mm |
| Width | 1620mm |
| Height | 1334mm |
| Wheelbase | 2288mm |
| Front track | 1385mm |
| Rear track | 1339mm |
| Kerb weight | 840kg |
| Gross weight | 1275kg |
| Min. boot capacity | 215litre |
| Max. boot capacity | 215litre |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
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| Rear suspension | Multi wishbone, Trailing arms, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Average | 10.1 litres / 100km |
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Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.