1989 Ford Sierra XR4x4 review from UK and Ireland
"Faster than the M3"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Turbo failure 3 times.
Broken pistons 3 times.
3 complete engine rebuilds, that have cost in excess of £20,000+
General comments?
This car has been extensively modified from the base Sierra Twin Turbo 280bhp XR4x4 that Turbo Technics produced.
The most honest description I can give is, that it is a heavy vehicle with the usual V6 burbling away as you cruise along. But when you want to shift, you have to wake the twin turbos with a change down of gear, and you will notice no more burbling from the exhaust. You are instantly catapulted firmly into your seat, with a grin as the engine jets up. Take the car into country lanes on controlled boost and you will feel the grip of the all wheel drive, it will power you around the corners.
Specs. 3.1 twin hybrid turbo with extensive modifications.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.1 Twin T2 Hybrid Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 30000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 17th May, 2009 |