This 3.8 AT (140 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Estate, which was produced by Ford from 1986 to 1991. In addition to this engine, 6 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.
| Body type | Estate |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4874mm |
| Width | 1800mm |
| Height | 1400mm |
| Wheelbase | 2695mm |
| Front track | 1565mm |
| Rear track | 1535mm |
| Ground clearance | 140mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 1290litre |
| Kerb weight | 1495kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 2290litre |
| Engine type | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3797cm3 |
| Engine power | 140bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 3 800RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 96.5mm |
| Stroke | 86.4mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Maximum torque | 292Nm |
| RPM at max torque | 2200RPM |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 61litre |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 15.7litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 9.8litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 13.1litre |
| Cruising range | from 390 to 620km |
| Top speed | 180km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10.7second |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Turning circle | 13m |
| City | 18.8 litres / 100km |
|---|---|
| Highway | 11.8 litres / 100km |
| Average | 15.7 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.