This 3.0 AT (145 hp) engine was fitted in the 3 generation Sedan, which was produced by Ford from 1996 to 1999. 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.
| Maximum torque | 230Nm |
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| Engine type | Gasoline |
| Displacement | 2983cm3 |
| Engine power | 145bhp |
| RPM at max power | to 5 250RPM |
| Injection type | Multi-point injection |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore | 89mm |
| Stroke | 80mm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| RPM at max torque | 3250RPM |
| Body type | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 5016mm |
| Width | 1854mm |
| Height | 1400mm |
| Wheelbase | 2756mm |
| Front track | 1565mm |
| Rear track | 1537mm |
| Ground clearance | 130mm |
| Min. boot capacity | 447litre |
| Kerb weight | 1525kg |
| Max. boot capacity | 447litre |
| Fuel | 92 RON |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 175km/h |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10.5second |
| City fuel consumption per 100 km | 13litre |
| Highway fuel consumption per 100 km | 8.5litre |
| Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km | 11.5litre |
| Fuel tank capacity | 61litre |
| Cruising range | from 470 to 720km |
| Front suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent, MacPherson Struts, Spring, Stabilizer bar |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
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| Drive wheels | Front-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Turning circle | 11.6m |
| City | 15.6 litres / 100km |
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| Highway | 10.2 litres / 100km |
| Average | 13.8 litres / 100km |
Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.