Super TestCar reviews - Ford - Falcon - XR8 sedanFord modelsOverviewFord's new V8-engined Falcon XR8 arrives with more power10 Apr 2008 LIKE a fine wine, the new Falcon XR8 has matured into a completely practical V8 sports sedan that, for some, remains the pinnacle of Ford's performance car range. Sharing all of the redesigned FG Falcon upgrades, it advances the cause with a vastly more commodious interior featuring a slicker new dash, plus a comprehensively overhauled front end comprising all-new front suspension and steering gear, making it wieldier than before. There's also a lusty 290kW 5.4-litre V8 direct from the FPV parts bin, mated to a new six-speed manual and a reworked version of the superb ZF six-speed auto. And all for less than $45,500. It’s just a pity that it uses more fuel, isn't as quick and doesn't handle as sharply as the heir to its throne, Ford's own XR6 Turbo, which no longer commands a price premium over the former Falcon king. Model release date: 1 May 2008 to 1 October 2014 All car reviewsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chevrolet Chery Citroen Chrysler Dodge Cupra Ferrari DS Ford Fiat FPV Foton GWM Great Wall Holden Haval HSV Honda Hyundai Hummer Isuzu Infiniti Jeep Jaguar Lamborghini Kia LDV Land Rover Lotus Lexus Maserati Mahindra McLaren Mazda Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG Mini MG Nissan Mitsubishi Peugeot Opel Proton Porsche Renault Ram Rover Rolls-Royce Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen |
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