Ford Falcon
model
Build Dates
Jul 2008 - 2011
On Sale Dates
Jul 2008 - 2011
Applies To
All variants
Vehicle Type
Large Car
Engine/Fuel Type
Petrol / diesel vehicles
Price Bracket
Under $35,000
Rating Year/Datestamp
2008
ANCAP Safety Rating
Rating Expires
N/A
The tested model of Ford Falcon was introduced in Australia during 2008. From January 2008 ANCAP has required Electronic Stability Control (ESC) for a 5 star occupant protection rating. This 5-star rating applies to all petrol variants, including V8s from July 2008 and to LPG-fuelled variants from 1 May 2009, when ESC became available. It includes EcoLPi variants.
Dual front airbags, antilock brakes (ABS) and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) are standard across the range. All sedans also have head protecting side airbags as standard equipment. Vehicles have either head/thorax side airbags or thorax side bags plus inflatable side curtains. ANCAP tested a vehicle with head/thorax side airbags. Emergency Brake Assist and ESC are now standard (ESC became available for LPG variants in May 2009). Intelligent seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats. Power adjustable pedals and a reversing camera are available. Several other safety features are incorporated in the Intelligent Safety System. Pretensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point (lap) seat belt.
A full list of safety features and technologies can be viewed within the Technical Report (see download link).
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