IMMEDIATE RELEASE
A New Force in Luxury Performance
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 1 November 2006
Ford Performance Vehicles will stretch the boundaries of the local luxury high performance vehicle market with the
introduction of its new Force models into the New Zealand market.
For the first time in this class, luxury high performance customers will have the choice of either a quad-cam Boss 290
V8 engine in the Force 8, or a high-tech intercooled F6 270 Turbo in-line six cylinder engine in the Force 6.
“The introduction of the Force 6 and Force 8 models will set the standard for Australian produced, luxury high
performance cars,” said Sak Ryopponen, Managing Director for Ford Performance Vehicles.
“The Force models will enable FPV to offer our customers a choice in high-performance powerplants – and we are the first
to offer a turbo-charged six cylinder in an Australian-produced luxury high performance vehicle.
“We recognise the market demands for a traditional V8 powerplant in this segment, which will be filled by the Force 8
powered by the quad cam Boss 290 V8.
“But FPV has always promised to bend the rules and the Force 6, with its 550Nm, high-torque F6 270 Turbo engine, breaks
the mould. I am certain a significant portion of this market segment has been waiting for a vehicle such as this, but
has never had the choice.
“I have no doubt that the Force models will find particular favour with corporate executives who want an
Australian-built alternative to European luxury marques.”
The Force 8 is powered by the quad cam 5.4-litre Boss 290 V8 – the only V8 engine built in Australia – with 290kW of
power at 5500 rpm and 520Nm of torque at 4500 rpm. The Force 6 is driven by the intercooled F6 270 Turbo in line
six-cylinder that produces 270kW of power at 5250rpm and 550Nm of torque at 2000-4250rpm. The F6 270 powerplant is one
of the most powerful production six-cylinder engines in the world.
Both models are available exclusively with the world-class ZF 6HP26 high-torque six-speed automatic transmission and
feature 4-piston front and single-piston rear Brembo brakes (with the option of 6-piston front and 4-piston rear Brembo
brakes), 19-inch chrome shadow alloy wheels, sports-tuned suspension, limited slip rear differential and a long list of
luxury appointments as standard equipment.
A NEW STYLE OF PERFORMANCE
A subtle blend of classic performance car cues sets the Force 6 and Force 8 apart from its more overt siblings, the
iconic GT and award-winning F6 Typhoon.
Both models utilise a variation of the modular exterior styling elements of the GT and F6 Typhoon, with colour-keyed
bumper inserts and contrasting chrome-finished grille mesh, mirror scalps and driving lights surrounds. The Force 8, as
with all Boss V8-powered vehicles, has the performance hood with its iconic bonnet bulge, while the Force 6 is clearly
identified by its bright-finish turbo intercooler, visible in the lower air intake. Sports-designed side skirts with
chrome-finished flutes and specific badging also provide a unique profile view of the Force models.
At the rear, both vehicles have a subtle lip spoiler mounted on the trailing edge of the boot and feature a chrome
finish number plate surround. A reverse-parking sensor system is standard equipment. The Force 8 also has a twin-exhaust
system with trapezoidal outlets.
Both the Force 6 and Force 8 ride on five-spoke, 19-inch wheels with unique chrome shadow finish, fitted with 245/35
ZR19 Dunlop SP Sport Maxx high-performance tyres. Each model is identified with exclusive Force 6 or Force 8 badges on
the bootlid and rear doors.
THE FORCE BEHIND THE WHEEL
The cabin of the Force models is designed to enhance the pleasure of driving. Both vehicles offer a
luxuriously-appointed interior with a host of unique features, including Regency Red leather seats available for the
first time on any FPV model. Exterior colour selections are limited in line with the exclusive positioning of the model.
The unique Regency Red leather seats are standard on vehicles finished in Winter White, Lightning Strike (silver),
Silhouette (black) and Ego (dark metallic grey), and not available on Vixen (red), De Ja Vu (dark green) and Neo
(blue).An alternative Dark Charcoal leather is available as a no-cost option and is the standard choice for Force models
finished in Vixen, De Ja Vu and Neo.
All seats feature the FPV logo embossed in the front seat backs, and the driver’s seat includes eight-way power
adjustment with in-built memory that is linked to the electronic mirror and pedal settings.
Building on the exclusivity of the Force models, both vehicles feature dark woodgrain dash inserts and door spears
combined with door trims incorporating high chrome finishes.
Both models come equipped with a Performance Steering Wheel, FPV floor mats, Prestige Sound with 150-watt six-speaker
system and six-disc in-dash CD player, automatic dual-zone climate control, unique FPV instrument panel, dash-mounted
starter button, sports gauges and power adjustable pedals.
ENDS