Ford Windstar second generation

Ford Windstar second generation
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The Ford Windstar second generation (1999–2003): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: V · Sold in: United States, Canada, and European Union

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,130–5,150 mm RDW5,103–5,118 mm
Width–1,910–1,946 mm
Height–1,671–1,727 mm
Wheelbase3,070 mm RDW3,066 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,740–1,889 kg RDW–
Mass in running order1,840–1,989 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight2,367–2,527 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,600 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer500–680 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats6–7 RDW–
Doors4 RDW–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

7,742 complaints for model years 1999–2003. 256 crashes · 254 fires · 257 injuries · 7 deaths

  • Brakes 2,071
  • Suspension 1,265
  • Electrical system 978
  • Transmission and drivetrain 633
  • Body and structure 517
  • Speed control 486

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 Windstar second generation

United States 3 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
2001–2003CLKUP3.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
1999–2000CLKUP · 3.0W-F, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
1999–2000CLKUP · 3.8E-F, CLKUP3.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2003Van: Cargo3.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.9–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle297–304 g/km
1999–2003Minivan3.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.0–13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle299–311 g/km
2002Van: Cargo · Minivan3.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle306 g/km
1999–2000Van: Cargo · Minivan3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle311 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.