Ford Probe I
The Ford Probe I (1989–1992): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States.
Model codes: GD
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,496–4,500 mm Traficom | – | 4,496 mm |
| Width | 1,740–1,750 mm Traficom | – | 1,725–1,740 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,316–1,321 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm RDW | – | 2,515 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,280–1,370 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,380–1,470 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,623–1,733 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 680 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 640 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2–5 Traficom | – | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 340–538 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,350–2,577 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 57–59 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | – | – | 180–225 km/h |
| Torque | – | – | 170–258 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
656 complaints for model years 1989–1992. 17 crashes · 17 fires · 25 injuries · 2 deaths
- Seat belts 510
- Visibility and wipers 22
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 7 versions of the Ford Probe I
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990–1992(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS,TRBO) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1989–1992(FFS) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1989–1992(FFS,TRBO) | 2.2 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1990–1992(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–21 MPG (11.2–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 263–307 g/km |
| 1989(FFS), 2MODE | 2.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 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.