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FORD FALCON Used Car Review

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model. Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry. There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

Pros

Cons

  • Roomy and comfortable interiors
  • Wide range of models
  • Excellent, torquey six-cylinder engines
  • Engineered specifically for Australian roads
  • Thirsty LPG engines
  • Taxi stigma
  • No longer in production
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2005 Ford Falcon BA MkII XR8 Purple 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 151470 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

RWC/ Rego/ Warranty On-site Finance Available/ Finance Starting $35 weekly Trade ins Welcome 2005 Ford Falcon XR8 Manual 6speed V8 5.4L sport Purple in very good condition/ 151,xxx kms/ Log book/Fresh Service/ Central Locking/ 2X Remote Keys/ Alloy Wheels, Body Kit/Almost New Tyres/ Cold air con/ Cruise Control/ CD/ Good Looked after, Clean/ Power steering, Power Mirrors, power windows/ Clear PPSR clear title, No accident History, No Written Off, No Money Owing. For information please call

$18,997 Excl. Gov. Charges
Archerfield, QLD

Dealer used
23/04/2024

Top2015 Ford Falcon XR8 V8 Supercharged

  • 134123 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

One Owner Ford Falcon FGx XR8 V8 Supercharged piece of History Low Kms 134 ks from Sunbury so highway Km Full Sunbury Ford dealer History 2 keys clear title inspection will Impress rwc included clear title no writeoff call Now!!! Vehicle Opposite bunnings moorabbin

$56,990 Drive Away^
Moorabbin, VIC

Dealer used
19 hours ago

TopFORD FALCON XR8 SPRINT

$74,800
Geelong, VIC

19/04/2024

Top2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Silver 6 Speed Steptronic Sedan

  • 112823 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

SUPERCHARGED PERFORMANCE HERO.. With a FULL SERVICE HISTORY.. 5.0L SUPERCHARGED V8 with tyre-frying 335kW/570Nm on tap.. GET IT WHILE YOU STILL CAN.. Standard high performance BREMBO BRAKES.. ZF 6-speed AUTOMATIC.. LEATHER SEATS.. Standard NAVIGATION, reverse camera, Bluetooth and cruise control.. Experience V8 AUSSIE MUSCLE with this XR8.. FIRST TO SEE WILL BUY! We have over 200 vehicles on site to choose from in the one location! They all go through a thorough workshop 100 Point Safety Che

$46,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
6 hours ago

Top2006 FORD FALCON XR8 6 SP AUTO SEQ SPORTSHIFT UTILITY

$18,000Negotiable
Kunda Park, QLD

Yesterday

Top2008 Ford Falcon FG XR8 Dash 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 115342 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

"2008 FG XR8 Sedan finished in hard to find Dash Green. Complete with leather trim and premium sound We are located 1.5 hours north of Sydney at end of the M1 Freeway at Newcastle. Finance options available to approved customers. Warranty and trade-in options available. We can also assist with freight options Australia wide. We are a local family owned and operated dealership, established for over 12 years . Contact our team for hassle free friendly service today. If the Vehicle is adver

$28,800 Excl. Gov. Charges
Beresfield, NSW

Dealer used
Yesterday

Wanted: WANTED - XW or XY Ford Falcon GT (Matching Numbers)

  • 697071 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.8L

I would like to buy a genuine Ford Falcon XW GT or XY GT or GTHO. Must be: - Australian delivered - Genuine matching number - Manual - Prefer located in WA Will consider any condition. Would like original unrestored car. Let me know what you have even if you are just thinking about selling at this point in time. Non runners and projects also considered. Top money paid for right car. XW, XY, Falcon, 351, GT, GTHO, Windsor, Cleveland,XA,XB,XR,XT

$123,456
Fremantle, WA

17 minutes ago

XD Falcon 1980 Ute 351 V8 Auto

  • 7736 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.8L

Running and rego'd in WA. 351 Clevo, moderate cam, upgraded intake with Holley double pumper, extractors with a twin 3 inch exhaust running by the 9 inch locked diff. C4 auto with B&M shifter. Brand new brakes all around including hoses, new front shocks and springs and serviced wheel bearings. New fuel tank under upholstered tub and tailgate sealed. Rust free chassis. All maintenance items done, front tyres good, rear tyres not bad considering power and diff. Some old spare parts including so

$33,500Negotiable
Orelia, WA

32 minutes ago

2003 Ford Falcon BA XT White 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 246565 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

Get ready to hit the road in style with this sleek 2003 Ford Falcon XR8 BA Sedan! Priced at $15,990 AUD, this iconic vehicle is sure to turn heads with its white exterior and grey interior. Equipped with a powerful 5.4L engine and a 4 speed automatic transmission, this Falcon XR8 is ready to deliver an exhilarating driving experience. With features such as dual front airbags, anti-lock braking, cruise control, and traction control, safety is a top priority in this vehicle. The sporty body kit

$15,990 Drive Away^
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
4 hours ago

2009 Ford Falcon FG XR8 Winter White 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 149004 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

This is the write one cold air induction upgrade exhaust system maffless tune sports suspension upgrade 19 inch fpv alloys log books 2 keys service history we are located 1 and a half hours north of sydney

$37,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Hamilton, NSW

Dealer used
5 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 White 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 92602 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

Priced to sell, XR8 Model, auto, service books, leather seats, Sat Nav (GPS), reverse camera, front & rear sensors, towbar, side airbags, alloy wheels, full electrics, etc.... All on road costs (rwc, rego, stamp duty and transfer fee) included at this price - no more to pay! With over 250 used cars in stock, we can help in finding the right car for you. We are located only 5 mins away from Hopprs Xing Station, come in and experience the difference at Victoria’s biggest Hyundai dealership. F

$49,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Silver 6 Speed Steptronic Sedan

  • 112823 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

SUPERCHARGED PERFORMANCE HERO.. With a FULL SERVICE HISTORY.. 5.0L SUPERCHARGED V8 with tyre-frying 335kW/570Nm on tap.. GET IT WHILE YOU STILL CAN.. Standard high performance BREMBO BRAKES.. ZF 6-speed AUTOMATIC.. LEATHER SEATS.. Standard NAVIGATION, reverse camera, Bluetooth and cruise control.. Experience V8 AUSSIE MUSCLE with this XR8.. FIRST TO SEE WILL BUY! We have over 200 vehicles on site to choose from in the one location! They all go through a thorough workshop 100 Point Safety Che

$46,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wangara, WA

Dealer used
6 hours ago

XT Falcon Ute for sale

  • 0 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

XT Falcon Ute V8 C4 9inch disk brake rear Vehicle Is Not Registered call Jim

$40,000
Bargo, NSW

6 hours ago

2008 Ford Falcon FG XR8 Orange 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 84725 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

PRICED TO SELL, XR8 MODEL, AUTO, SERVICE BOOKS, CRUISE CONTROL, REVERSE SENSORS, BLUETOOTH, CD PLAYER, ALLOY WHEELS, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIA’S BIGGEST HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP. FINANCE WITH US AND DRIVE AWAY WIT

$37,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
6 hours ago

2008 Ford Falcon XR8 FG 5.4L V8 Sedan - 6SP AUTOMATIC

  • 116051 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

** BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL ON ALL VEHICLES - PLEASE CALL US PRIOR ** ** BEST COLOR AND RARE DASH GREEN ** ** LEATHER TRIM ** ** 5.4L V8 POWER ** ** 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC ** ** FINANCE AVAILABLE T.A.P ** ** VARIOUS WARRANTY PACKAGES AVAILABLE FOR THIS VEHICLE ** The one you want! Rare opportunity for the keen Ford Performance collector! FG XR8 in factory dash green, with paint being in excellent condition! Powerful 5.4L V8 engine, unmodified, with black leather interior and presents in excellen

$27,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Mayfield West, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2005 Ford Falcon BA MkII XR8 Silver, Chrome 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Sedan

  • 164069 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

CARDIFF SELECT CARS (NEWCASTLE) CALL US ON (02) *****7588 FOR MORE DETAILS ON THIS CAR. OPEN 7 DAYS. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE www.cardiffselectcars.com.au. FINANCE AVAILABLE TO APPROVED CUSTOMERS AND WARRANTY PACKAGES AVAILABLE TO APPROVED CUSTOMERS. HELPING CUSTOMERS BUY OR SELL THEIR USED VEHICLES - TRADE INS WELCOME.

$18,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Cardiff, NSW

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2008 Ford Falcon BF Mk II XR8 Blue 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 10164 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

PRICED TO SELL, MANUAL BF MK II XR8 MODEL, SERVICE BOOKS, LEATHER, SPORTS PEDALS, REVERSE SENSORS, DUAL CLIMATE CONTROL, CRUSIE CONTROL, ALLOY WHEELS, 6 DISC CD PLAYER, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIA’S BIGGEST HYUN

$49,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2009 Ford Falcon FG XR8 Blue 6 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Utility

  • 188780 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

RWC/ Rego/ Warranty On-site Finance Available/ Finance Starting $35 weekly Trade ins Welcome 2009 Ford Falcon XR8 FG Automatic V8 5.4L sport Blue in very good condition/ 188,xxx kms/ Log book/Fresh Service/Central Locking/ Tow bar/ Reverse Camera/ Bluetooth/CD/Audi System/ Alloy Wheels, Body Kit/Almost New Tyres/ Cold air con/ Cruise Control/ Leather Seats/ Good Looked after, Clean/ Power steering, Power Mirrors, power windows/ Clear PPSR clear title, No accident History, No Written Off, No M

$21,997 Excl. Gov. Charges
Archerfield, QLD

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2004 Ford Falcon BA XR8 Orange 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Utility

  • 324729 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

"We are located 1.5 hours north of Sydney at the M1 Freeway at Newcastle. Finance options available to approved customers, Warranty options available We Can also assit with freight options Australia wide. We are a Local Family owned and operated Dealership Established for over 12 years . Contact our team for hassle free friendly service today. If the Vehicle is advertised - YES it is available - Call today to book your appointment! . "

$11,800 Excl. Gov. Charges
Beresfield, NSW

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2009 FORD Falcon XR8

  • 95000 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

Ford FG XR8 UTILITY Thelast of Aussie Muscle V8 Utility made …… Only 95000 kms with Books and full service history…. Been very well looked after IT Sounds Good and it goes HARD… A real head turner. STUNNING In Black with Premium BLACK Leather.. Very ORIGINAL THROUGH OUT. Fact. Fitted SAT. NAVIGATION… You would be very happy and proud to own it.. like money in the bank….. Represent Excellent Value…. No Accidents no money owning not stolen clear PPSR…. LVD 146229 Please genuine En

$27,998 Excl. Gov. Charges
Nailsworth, SA

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2005 Ford Falcon BA MkII XR8 Magnet Yellow 4 Speed Auto Seq Sportshift Utility

  • 175897 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

NO DEPOSIT FINANCE AVAILABLE! PREVIOUS BAD CREDIT HISTORY OK! SOME CENTRELINK PAYMENTS OK! IF YOU HAVE BEEN KNOCKED BACK FOR FINANCE IN THE PAST GIVE OUR GUYS A GO! IF THEY CANT'T GET YOU APPROVED NO ONE CAN! 2005 FORD FALCON MK2 XR8 MAGNET UTE $17888! FACTORY LOCKABLE HARDLID! DRIVES AND RUNS EXCEPTIONALLY WELL BOOKS AND SEVICE HISTORY SMOOTH SPORTS TIPTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANS! ICY COLD AIR CON! TOASTY WARM HEATERS! 18" FACTORY ALLOY WHEELS! CRUISE CONTROL! 6 SRS AIRBAGS! ABS/

$17,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Prospect, SA

Dealer used
8 hours ago

2016 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Sprint Grey 6 Speed Manual Sedan

  • 11004 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

PRICED TO SELL, XR8 SPRINT , MANUAL, SERVICE BOOKS, LOW KM's, LEATHER SEATS, SAT NAV (GPS), REVERSE CAMERA & SENSORS, CRUISE CONTROL, BLUETOOTH, DAB RADIO, SIDE AIRBAGS, ALLOY WHEELS, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIAâ€

$93,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
9 hours ago

AU Series II XR8 Falcon

$27,500
Ningi, QLD

12 hours ago

2000 FORD FALCON XR8 4 SP AUTOMATIC 4D SEDAN, 5 seats AU

$7,000Negotiable
East Ryde, NSW

12 hours ago

2016 Ford Falcon XR8 Sprint Aero Blue (Rare) 8133km!

  • 8133 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

**Yes it's still available!!** **Located in Crookwell, 2 hours south of Sydney, 1 hour from Canberra, see last photo for map** **Driveaway pricing including 02/2024 NSW rego, stamp duty & transfer fee ($3000 )** 2016 Falcon XR8 Sprint, 5 Litre Supercharged V8 with 345kw of power! 6 Speed auto and only travelled 8133km with log books! One of the rarest colours in the limited edition Sprint range, only 18 were made in Aero blue in an auto & only 28 overall. 100% stock & excellent throughout. A

$82,990 Drive Away^
Crookwell, NSW

Dealer used
12 hours ago

2016 Ford Falcon FG X XR8 Black 6 Speed Sports Automatic Sedan

  • 92869 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

PRICED TO SELL, XR8 MODEL, AUTO, SERVICE BOOKS, LEATHER SEATS, SAT NAV (GPS), REVERSE CAMERA, FRONT & REAR SENSORS, CRUISE CONTROL, DAB RADIO, TOWBAR, SIDE AIRBAGS, ALLOY WHEELS, FULL ELECTRICS, ETC... ALL ON ROAD COSTS (RWC, REGO, STAMP DUTY AND TRANSFER FEE) INCLUDED AT THIS PRICE - NO MORE TO PAY! WITH OVER 250 USED CARS IN STOCK, WE CAN HELP IN FINDING THE RIGHT CAR FOR YOU. WE ARE LOCATED ONLY 5 MINS AWAY FROM HOPPRS XING STATION, COME IN AND EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT VICTORIA’S BI

$53,990 Drive Away^
Hoppers Crossing, VIC

Dealer used
12 hours ago

FORD FALCON XR8 TRAYBACK UTE UPDATE

  • 164187 km
  • Ute
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

BE QUICK WILL NOT LAST JUST HAD ROADWORTHY AND REGO DRIVES AWESOME READY TO WORK COLD AIRCON FORD FALCON XR8 BF 6 SPEED AUTO UTE MY07 RAPID DUCO BLUE INTERIOR GOOD CONDITION, GREAT AFFORDABLE WORK UTE, WITH EXCELLENT PERFORMANCE, AND EXCELLENT SERVICE HISTORY, TRADE-INS WELCOME COMES WITH 17 WHEELS HAS NEW TYRES / 18/ 19/20IN WHEELS ARE AN EXTRA COST PLEASE CALL ME FIRST JUST HAD MAJOR SERVICE just had a new paint job THIS FORD CAN COME WITH A 5 YEAR WARRANTY WHICH IS AUSTRALIA WIDE AND ANY P

$15,888
Hope Island, QLD

12 hours ago

FORD FALCON XB GT

  • 74000 km
  • Sedan
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.8L

PRICE $127,900 FORD FALCON XB GT GENUINE CAR MATCHING NUMBER V8 351 CLEVELAND 4 SPEED TOP LOADER 9 INCH BUILT 1974 76,000 MILES ORIGINAL CAR This xb is a genuine car with only a couple of owners it has spent most of its time in storage Comes with spare parts Drive train has had a full overhaul and is turn key 15 INCH GLOBE BATHURST ALLOYS Call Barry for further information Ph IMPULSE AUTOMOTIVE ENQUIRIES * phone Barry on * mvd 296469 * located Philip highwa

$127,900 Excl. Gov. Charges
Salisbury, SA

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2005 FORD FALCON XR8 6 SP MANUAL UTILITY

  • 109000 km
  • Ute
  • Manual
  • 8 cyl 5.4L

Very low km It’s in good condition but if sun damage on the hard top selling due to don’t drive it much and not practical to own anymore

$20,000
Bunbury, WA

15 hours ago

2015 Ford Falcon XR8 V8 Supercharged

  • 134123 km
  • Sedan
  • Auto
  • 8 cyl 5.0L

One Owner Ford Falcon FGx XR8 V8 Supercharged piece of History Low Kms 134 ks from Sunbury so highway Km Full Sunbury Ford dealer History 2 keys clear title inspection will Impress rwc included clear title no writeoff call Now!!! Vehicle Opposite bunnings moorabbin

$56,990 Drive Away^
Moorabbin, VIC

Dealer used
19 hours ago

Overview of the Ford Falcon

Overview of the Ford Falcon

The Ford Falcon was Australia's longest continuously running nameplate up to the cessation of local production in October 2016 - 56 years after it debuted as a US-based model.

Ford's large car started to become more Australianised from the 1970s and it would eventually compete against the Holden Commodore in a famously fierce local rivalry.

There were luxury models such as the Fairlane and LTD, ute spin-offs, and sportier models such as the XR6 Turbo and V8-powered XR8 of more recent times.

FORD FALCON GENERATIONS (SINCE 2002)

2002-2008

2008-2016

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (not including ute models)

EcoBoost turbo 4-cylinder: 8.0-8.7 litres per 100km

LPG 6-cylinder: 11.7-13.5 litres per 100km

6-cylinder: 9.0 litres per 100km

6-cylinder turbo: 9.5-11.1 litres per 100km

V8: 13.6-13.7 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO FORD FALCON

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: FORD FALCON (FG, 2008-2016)

Watch out for a used Falcon that has been abused by a previous fleet-operator owner.

Clunks over bumps can mean worn suspension bushes.

A pulsing through the car when you apply the brakes probably means worn and warped front brake rotors. Sometimes these can be repaired, but usually new rotors are the best strategy.

The automatic transmission has an external fluid cooler, but these can fail, allowing coolant into the gearbox where it quickly wrecks both the mechanical and electronic functions of the automatic. Check the transmission fluid for milkiness that suggests the coolant and oil have mixed. If they have mixed, give that car a miss.

Make sure the central locking works perfectly, as this is an early sign of a failing body computer.

Check for low coolant level in the radiator. An O-ring at the back of the water pump is a common cause of coolant loss.