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Ford EXP

Ford EXP
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The official data lists 17 versions of the Ford EXP (1984–1988), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1984–1988
Markets
United States
Engines
1.6 L to 1.9 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
8.4 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Ford EXP?

The Ford EXP was a compact, two-seat coupe sold in North America. Introduced in 1982, it brought a sportier shape to Ford’s small-car range. Its front-wheel-drive layout and compact footprint suited everyday trips, especially for a driver and one passenger.

The EXP had two generations. The first ran from 1982 to 1985, and the second from 1985 to 1988. It remained a small coupe throughout its run, rather than becoming a larger family car.

Engines and power

The US EPA listings cover petrol engines from 1.6 L to 1.9 L. The EXP’s two-seat cabin and coupe shape gave it a more personal feel than a conventional family sedan.

How economical is the Ford EXP?

For the United States, EPA figures cover model years 1984 to 1988. The best combined rating is 28 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 8.4 L/100 km. EPA test results use a different procedure from European WLTP or NEDC figures and Canada’s 5-cycle test, so the numbers are not directly equivalent.

The US EPA listings include 17 petrol versions. The EXP was also sold in Canada.

Where was the Ford EXP sold?

The EXP was a North American model, sold in the United States and Canada. Its compact coupe format gave Ford’s 1980s range a small, two-seat option.

Questions and answers

How many generations of Ford EXP were there?

Two: the first generation ran from 1982 to 1985, and the second from 1985 to 1988.

What engines did the Ford EXP have?

The US EPA listings cover petrol engines from 1.6 L to 1.9 L.

What is the Ford EXP’s best combined fuel economy?

The best combined US EPA rating is 28 MPG.

EXP first generation (1982–1985)

Ford EXP first generation
Photo: Chapel976 / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org

Show all 7 versions

EXP second generation (1985–1988)

Sold in: United States and Canada · References: en.wikipedia.org

United States 13 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1988(FFS) (MPFI), SIL1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1988(FFS)1.9 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1988(FFS) (SPFI), SIL1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
1987(FFS)1.9 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
1987(FFS), SIL1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA197 g/km
1987(FFS)1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
19861.9 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
1986SIL1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1986(FFS)1.9 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
1986(FFS), SIL1.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
19851.6 LPetrol3-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
1985SIL1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA212 g/km
1985(FFS,TRBO)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manualFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.