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Old 09-09-2014, 08:03 PM   #8821
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How many of you guys are going?

http://www.caradvice.com.au/307159/2...-on-october-4/
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Can't wait for Jaguar XC with retro coke-bottle shaped body But the new Jag range looks terrific. Guess it could be called the spiritual successor to Falcon. Not bad for a Pom design (or is it Indian these days?).
Pom blokes like Ian Callum still do the design, and some are still built in Brummie land.
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Old 09-09-2014, 09:20 PM   #8823
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Hmm, nice. Also that's a week before the Mountain...
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Old 09-09-2014, 09:20 PM   #8824
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As FGX335 said "Oct 4 is XR8 reveal date" great!!
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Old 09-09-2014, 11:08 PM   #8825
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A bit of a wait. We've already seen it
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Old 10-09-2014, 12:03 AM   #8826
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Old 10-09-2014, 09:54 AM   #8827
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Interior revealed:

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Old 10-09-2014, 10:00 AM   #8828
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Well, as someone who currently drives a pre-iPhone integrated vehicle ('07 BFMKII) and therefore isn't coming a place of familiarity, that looks more than totally fine to me. The tech behind SYNC2 continues to sound pretty impressive, too.
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:08 AM   #8829
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Yeah and nice work with Kazza, love it.

Im not a fan of the screen side profile and how it all pokes out but that was never really going to change.
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:36 AM   #8830
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Interior looks nice. It is just me or have the spears gone or are they just lower than the FG?? A shame they couldn't change the layout of the buttons on the centre as that would have pretty much been an all brand new interior??
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:36 AM   #8831
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:43 AM   #8832
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Yuck!! The Black is nice and the Tan leather is nice. But not together, why didn't they blend it in a bit?

Is the person who does the interior colour blind?
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:48 AM   #8833
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Interior looks nice. It is just me or have the spears gone or are they just lower than the FG?? A shame they couldn't change the layout of the buttons on the centre as that would have pretty much been an all brand new interior??
The photo is of a Territory, which is unchanged apart from the Sync 2 and seat trim.
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Old 10-09-2014, 10:50 AM   #8834
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Yuck!! The Black is nice and the Tan leather is nice. But not together, why didn't they blend it in a bit?

Is the person who does the interior colour blind?
Huh, that's the thing that caught my eye the most. Thought it looked wonderful
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Pity they couldn't have adapted the Territory's circular vents into the FGX.
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Old 10-09-2014, 12:04 PM   #8836
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so fg gets grab handles on doors finally.
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Unsure is anyone has posted this but on Ford's site it has a link to the Ultimate Falcon which shows all the specs http://www.ford.com.au/cars/ultimate-falcon

With Models Listed
Falcon
Falcon additional features
SYNC™ 2^
Voice control
DAB+ radio
8" Colour touch screen
Reverse camera
SD card slot
WiFi feature
Front parking sensors
Rear LED Tail lights
Projector headlamps

Falcon Key Features
16" alloy wheels
Reverse sensing system
Automatic headlamps
iPod integration~
Bluetooth® integration*
USB integration (2 ports)
Single-zone automatic climate control
Cruise control
4-way power driver's seat
Driver's side carpet mat
Front and rear power windows
60/40 split rear seats
Side curtain airbags
Driver and front passenger airbags
Front seat side thorax airbags+
Dynamic stability control#
Emergency brake assist
Traction control
Electronic brakeforce distribution
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Beltminder system+
Intelligent safety system
Driver fatigue warning
Crash severity sensor
Advanced restraint module
Pyrotechnic Pretensioners+

G6E
Falcon G6E additional features
Rain sensing wipers
Daytime running lights

Key Features
The G6E includes all the features of the Falcon model plus:
Front scuff plates
Dual-zone climate control
Satellite navigation* with TMC#
Leather seat inserts
Premium audio system
8-way power driver's seat
Sports leather wrapped steering wheel
18" G6E alloy wheels
Perimeter alarm
Front fog lamps

G6E Turbo
Key Features
The G6E Turbo includes all the features of the G6E model plus:
4.0L DOHC DI-VCT TURBO 16
19" G6E Turbo alloy wheels

Falcon XR6
Falcon XR6 additional features:
Rain sensing wipers
Daytime running lights
Front scuff plates

Key Features
The Falcon XR6 includes all the features of the Falcon model plus:
18" XR6 alloy wheels
Front fog lamps
Rear spoiler
Sports body kit
Sports leather steering wheel

Falcon XR6 Turbo
Falcon XR6 Turbo additional features
19" XR6 Turbo alloy wheels
Sat Nav with TMC#

Key Features
The Falcon XR6 Turbo includes all the features of the XR6 plus:
4.0L DOHC DI-VCT TURBO I6 engine
Limited slip differential
Performance Brakes

Falcon XR8
The Falcon XR8 includes all the features of the XR6 Turbo plus:
5.0L DOHC DI-VCT V8 16
Leather Seats
Dual Zone Climate Control
Brembo Brakes
Matching Alloy spare wheel
19" XR8 Alloy wheels

Innovations make every journey a safer one

The first Australian built vehicle to be awarded ANCAP’s 5 star safety rating

Falcon proved itself through numerous internationally recognised crash tests and was awarded the highest safety rating possible. It’s not the easiest rating to get, but when it comes to your safety and that of your family, it’s the most important. And that’s why we’re pleased to announce the addition of side curtain airbags as standard across our entire Falcon sedan range

Get set for a truly exhilarating drive.

With a range of powerful and fuel-efficient engines, and smooth precise
transmissions, the Falcon allows you to customise the driving experience you desire.

Falcon’s high-tech, renowned engines spoil you for choice and power. There’s the 4.0 litre I6 engine which delivers 195kW of power and 391Nm of torque. If thrilling performance is your thing there’s the awesome 4.0 litre I6 Turbo, with turbocharger and air induction system, giving you 270kW of power and a whopping 533Nm of torque. If that's not enough our LPG fuelled EcoLPi engine delivers outstanding fuelling costs with no compromise in performance, delivering 198kW of power and 409Nm of torque.

Falcon has a long list of technological features that provide you with greater control and more comfort

Readily access the essential features of your new Falcon using the intuitive 8" colour touch screen*. With user-friendly Bluetooth®^ mobile phone integration across the range and Satellite Navigation with Traffic Message Channel# technologies on G6E and G6E Turbo models, driving will feel like a whole new experience. In addition, with USB integration now standard across the range, simply insert your USB stick into the port to control and play all your MP3 music files or use the Human Machine Interface (HMI) for seamless control of your iPod,+ smart phone, MP3 and USB device. Connecting with friends and family or playing your favourite music has never been easier.

With so much room and luxury for every occupant, the Ford Falcon interior means everyone travels first class

You can comfortably seat five adults in the Falcon, so while the driver can luxuriate in a dynamic cockpit that boasts improved ergonomics for even greater driving pleasure, passengers can sit back and experience new levels of luxury. Also, if the kids aren’t on board, the Falcon’s smart and flexible cabin layout can adapt to your needs, like being able to fold part or all of the rear seats down to create a generous cargo space.

All of the innovative comforts and interior finishes in the Falcon have been created with the driver in mind. The interior is an environment where technology and comfort combine to deliver to an exhilarating yet sublime driving experience. And it’s an experience that is a stress-free as possible, thanks to all of your creature comforts and controls being within easy reach.

And lots more info on there
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Old 10-09-2014, 12:27 PM   #8838
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Unsure is anyone has posted this but on Ford's site it has a link to the Ultimate Falcon which shows all the specs http://www.ford.com.au/cars/ultimate-falcon

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And lots more info on there
Just came to post this. XR6 still doesn't get DZ climate control as standard, which is horse **** of the highest order in 2014 (smelly Evokes get it). Not that it will affect anyone in this thread

But seeing all this 'official' PR come out is exciting, regardless

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Old 10-09-2014, 12:31 PM   #8839
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Can someone please upload the photos of the interior?

Can't access drive right now.

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Old 10-09-2014, 12:36 PM   #8840
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Can someone please upload the photos of the interior?

Can't access drive right now.

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From the Territory reveal.
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It doesn't mention anywhere that the XR8 is supercharged, it would be a real shock if it wasn't!!!

http://www.ford.com.au/cars/ultimate-falcon/models/xr8
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So all the talk of sync2 for months was absolute rubbish does not say anything about voice activation.. What a gee up!!
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So all the talk of sync2 for months was absolute rubbish does not say anything about voice activation.. What a gee up!!
My bad... I jumped the gun thank *** for that looking forward to the sync2 sounds great!
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It doesn't mention anywhere that the XR8 is supercharged, it would be a real shock if it wasn't!!!

http://www.ford.com.au/cars/ultimate-falcon/models/xr8
No they're being very cagey around it - all the other engines are mentioned (270kw i6 for the XRF6T and G6ET, no F6 here, lol) - maybe those mules getting around in Melb just had a large OTR CAI installed, with a whistle in the pipes to fool everyone...

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Nice find sorted

So it pretty much confirms that the G6 has been dropped...or was this confirmed earlier?
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Maybe it's not SC the xr8 may have the 5.0 from mustang with 320kw, will know 100% in a few weeks... I have a little doubt that it's not
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What engine would be in that (interior shot) to have a 4500rpm redline?
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It doesn't mention anywhere that the XR8 is supercharged, it would be a real shock if it wasn't!!!

http://www.ford.com.au/cars/ultimate-falcon/models/xr8
That was my first thought also. Surely not? You'd think that they would be proudly boasting of the factory supercharged engine....
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What engine would be in that (interior shot) to have a 4500rpm redline?
its a Territory Diesel.
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