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Ford Laser

Photo: OSX / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The official data lists 9 versions of the Ford Laser (1984–1989), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data: 1984–1989
Markets: United States
Engines: 1.5 L to 1.6 L
Fuels: Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States): 7.8 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Ford Laser?

The Ford Laser was a compact passenger car offered in several markets. Its name was part of Ford’s small-car range, and the model had engineering links with Mazda. US EPA listings cover the KC/KE generation.

Ford Laser generations

The second-generation Laser, known by the KC and KE codes, ran from 1985 to 1989. The US EPA listings cover 1984 to 1989.

Engines and fuel consumption

US EPA listings cover nine petrol versions with engines from 1.5 to 1.6 litres. The best combined rating was 30 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption was 7.8 L/100 km. EPA figures use the US test procedure.

Where was the Ford Laser sold?

The KC/KE generation is associated with the United States. The fuel economy figures are US EPA ratings.

Questions and answers

Which Ford Laser generation is covered here?

The second generation, known by the KC and KE codes and dated 1985 to 1989.

What engines did the US Ford Laser use?

US versions had petrol engines from 1.5 to 1.6 litres.

What was the Ford Laser’s best combined EPA rating?

The best combined rating was 30 MPG.

Laser II (1985–1989)

Ford Laser II — Photo: OSX / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

Model codes: KC, KE · Sold in: United States · References: en.wikipedia.org, fordlaser.com

United States 7 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 version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1988–1989(FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1988–1989(FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
1986–1987(FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1986–1987(FFS)	1.6 L	Petrol	4-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km
1985(FFS)	1.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA	212 g/km
1985(FFS)	1.5 L	Petrol	4-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA	205 g/km
1985(FFS)	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA	184 g/km

Versions outside these generations

United States 2 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 version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1984(FFS)	1.5 L	Petrol	3-speed automatic	26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA	212 g/km
1984(FFS)	1.5 L	Petrol	4-speed manual	27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA	205 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.