Ford Cougar first generation
The Ford Cougar first generation (1999–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United Kingdom and Canada.
Model codes: CDW27 · Sold in: Canada, United States, European Union, and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,700 mm RDW | 4,699 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm RDW | 1,769 mm |
| Height | 1,310 mm RDW | 1,308 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm RDW | 2,704 mm |
| Front track | 1,499–1,506 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,484–1,491 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,219–1,406 kg RDW | 1,313–1,390 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,319–1,506 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,725–1,825 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,500 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 659–745 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 60 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 206–225 km/h RDW | 209–225 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | – | 8.6–10.3 s |
| Torque | 178–235 Nm ASTRA | 178–220 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/60R15, 215/50R16, 215/45R17, 205/60R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 61.9% (59.3–64.5) | 69.2% | 1,328 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 56.1% | 36.4% |
| Suspension | 48.6% | 41.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 27.0% | 28.8% |
| Tyres | 23.3% | 31.2% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 20.9% | 18.6% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 19.7% | 17.1% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 11 versions of the Ford Cougar first generation
United Kingdom 6 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–20032.0i 16V (16 inch tyre) · 2.0i 16V | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 204 g/km |
| 2000–20032.5i V6 24V | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.0–18.5 L/100 km NEDC | 240–257 g/km |
| 2000–20032.5i V6 24V | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5–10.0 L/100 km NEDC | 228–240 g/km |
| 2000–20012.0i 16V (15 inch tyre) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.6 L/100 km NEDC | 205–206 g/km |
| 2000–20012.0i 16V (16 inch tyre) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 8.5 L/100 km NEDC | 202 g/km |
| 20002.5i V6 24V · 2.5i V6 24V ST200 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.2 L/100 km NEDC | 245 g/km |
Canada 5 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2002Compact · Subcompact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 251 g/km |
| 2002Subcompact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262 g/km |
| 2000–2001Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260 g/km |
| 2000Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219 g/km |
| 2000Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 260 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.