2004 Ford Falcon XR6 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Chicks dig utes"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
* Crack in drivers seat adjustment cover, due to everyday getting in/out of the car...
* Seat belt pre tentioners sloppy, which caused air bag lights to come on.. (replaced now and no further problems)
* Gear box does not always seem to change to semi auto mode when the lever is moved across???... 90% of the time it does, but the dealer says it's an easy fix.
* Cup holder still closes, but does not line up anymore with the console.
General comments?
Handles great, and the performance for a n/a straight six is impressive.
Bit sluggish from the take off, but makes up for it in top end power. eg: over taking on the highway.
Great stopping power, have had no problems with brake shudder mentioned in other reviews!!
* Very stylish looking ute, is completely standard (apart from genuine hard cover) but turns heads everywhere I go...
Interior is comfortable and stylish, and very user friendly...
Great dash and lights are dash lights give a very sporty feel..
Good fuel economy if driven sensibly.
Only thing needed is to have the twin exhaust tip like the V8 and the turbo, just to set it off... but I'm very happy with my ute and would recommend them to any person...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 24000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 41000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Magna |
| Date of Entry | 15th February, 2008 |