Ford Falcon Ecoboost 2008-2014 used car review

The Ford Falcon Ecoboost drives better and uses less fuel than traditional Falcons.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 4.1 out of 5

The good

Light and enjoyable handling
Cheaper and cleaner to run than six-cylinder models
Spacious and comfortable interior

The not-so-good

Requires premium fuel
Reduced tow rating

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2013 Ford Falcon XT Ecoboost

Price

$10,000 to $37,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2-litre six-cylinder, 179kW/353Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Six-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Full-size steel wheel

Fuel economy

8.1-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4916mm

Width

1864mm

Height

1444mm

Towing capacity

1000kg (unbraked), 1600kg (braked)

Turning circle

11.8m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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