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220kW XR8 - Upmarket Power
Staff, Wednesday July 4, 2001.
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"A typical XR8 owner has a good understanding of the technical merit of their car," says Passenger Vehicle Marketing Manager, Stephen Kruk. "When you combine the 220kW 5.0 litre V8 with the dynamics of the Falcon chassis and a very sophisticated IRS system you've got a pretty impressive piece of machinery."
Uprated and Upmarket
All 220kW engines are hand built by Tickford staff before being fitted into the engine bay of the XR8.
The XR8 engine produces 220kW of power at 5250rpm and 435Nm of torque at 4000rpm. The additional 20kW comes from modifications to the cylinder head, a larger throttle body, matched ported inlet manifold and a revised camshaft.
"The 220kW XR8 is a unique beast," says Tickford Managing Director, David Flint. "The fact that every customer can lift the bonnet and see an engine builder's signature on the side of the rocker cover/block makes them a member of a pretty elite group of performance car owners."
Rubber, Skirts and Scalps
In addition to the changes to the XR8 engine the VCT-equipped XR6 now comes standard with 17" alloy wheels and P235/45 ZR tyres, as per the XR8. All XRs are now fitted with sporty side skirts and body-coloured rear vision mirror covers.
Bells and Whistles
As well as a new powerplant the XR8 boasts an impressive range of standard features. These include: a limited slip differential, body coloured rear spoiler, power windows, cruise control, air-conditioning and a 100 watt audio system with an in-dash CD player.
Options Aplenty
XR owners have the ability to customise their cars with a wide range of factory-fitted options. These include: leather seats, a Momo steering wheel and gearshift, an aggressive body styling kit, a thumping 250 watt premium sound system and a premium brake package which includes larger diameter front discs and calipers.
Recommended Retail Price
The 220kW XR8 recommended retail price remains unchanged from pre-upgrade models, the manual will retail for $45,828 and the automatic version $46,548.
For further information contact:
Ford Australia Communications
Phone: 03 9359 8491
