An optional passenger side airbag made the headlines, along with revised suspension tuning to tame the allegedly twitchy rear end.
New trim, better front seats, increased crash protection, greater refinement and improved boot security are also EF II highlights.
Over 1000 changes then, but virtually invisible to the naked eye.
New standard features: 19-spoke alloy wheels.
Engine options: 165kW 5.0L V8.