Ford Probe II

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The Ford Probe II (1993–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GE

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	–	–	4,539–4,559 mm
Width	–	–	1,773 mm
Height	–	–	1,311–1,316 mm
Wheelbase	2,600–2,610 mm RDW	–	2,611–2,614 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,115–1,300 kg RDW	–	–
Mass in running order	1,215–1,400 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,620–1,690 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,500 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	550 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4 RDW	–	–
Doors	2 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	227–566 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,237–2,265 L EPA	–
Fuel tank	–	–	59 L
Performance
Top speed	220 km/h RDW	–	204–220 km/h
Torque	–	–	170–216 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 225/50R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data, 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	70.9% (67.7–74.0)	69.2%	791

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	44.5%	36.4%
Suspension	35.7%	41.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks	30.7%	17.1%
Body, chassis and structure	25.4%	18.6%
Tyres	21.2%	31.2%
Lights and electrics	14.8%	28.8%

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)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

536 complaints for model years 1993–1997. 55 crashes · 20 fires · 43 injuries · 1 death

Brakes 95
Engine 68
Transmission and drivetrain 67
Electrical system 58
Airbags 42

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 10 versions of the Ford Probe II

United States 6 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
1994–1997(FFS), CLKUP	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA	240 g/km
1996–1997(FFS) · (FFS), SIL	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	221 g/km
1993–1997(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP	2.5 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA	276 g/km
1993–1997(FFS)	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	263–276 g/km
1993–1995(FFS)	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA	212–221 g/km
1993(FFS)	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA	230 g/km

Canada 4 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
1995–1997Subcompact	2.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	10.2–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	235–237 g/km
1995–1997Subcompact	2.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	9.2–9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	212–214 g/km
1995–1997Subcompact	2.5 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.6–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	267–269 g/km
1995–1997Subcompact	2.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	11.3–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	260–265 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.