The Ford Falcon (BA) is a full-sized car produced by

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from 2002 to 2005. It was the second significantly re-engineered iteration of the sixth generation of the

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, and also included the Ford Fairmont (BA)—the luxury-oriented version. This platform also formed the basis of the Ford Territory

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. To address the relatively poor reception of the preceding AU series, the BA series was heavily updated for launch in September 2002—the same time as its biggest rival, the

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. It featured a substantially revised and more conservative exterior styling, with every panel new except for the carry-over door skins. Interiors, too, were substantially revised, while mechanically, a new independent rear suspension setup was fitted to all sedan derivatives and the engine and transmissions received extensive upgrades. In October 2004, Ford introduced a Mark II update, bringing subtle styling and mechanical changes, and in October 2005, replaced the BA with the BF. In the final months of 2002, the BA model received the influential ''Wheels'' Car of the Year award, breaking a 36-year drought. The BA also won four consecutive ''Australia's Best Cars'' awards, spanning three years. The model's market share briefly topped that of its chief competitor, the Holden Commodore on two occasions, but have failed to match those of the record-breaking

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Development and design

The BA model represented a A$500 million investment, and 24,000 hours of

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and durability testing. Germany's Nürburgring test track was used for some

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testing. The

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and electronic stability control were calibrated in Sweden, as well as Australia.

Exterior design

Exterior styling was led by design director Scott Strong, then chief designer for Ford Australia. After Strong departed from operations at Ford in 2001, Simon Butterworth took over this role. Ford Australia's intention was to create a European influence for the vehicle, whereby most aspects of the AU's "

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" design would be revised. The result was a significant update of the existing AU body shell, rather than a completely new design. The BA model introduced an integrated aerial in the car's rear window, instead of the conventional retractable antenna. The aerial placement improved the vehicle's

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and ended the breakage issues that had plagued the retractable type found on previous models. Interference from the engine did not affect the radio reception.

Interior design

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From the inside, the "New Edge" interior of the AU was discarded in favour of a contemporary style, based upon European designs. Marcus Hotblack, the director of interior design, focused on improving user friendliness. The resulting design was an ergonomically-correct interior command centre, highlighted by the

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-finish centre console. The theme was further extended by the audio and

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switches' location on the steering wheel. A prominent feature of the new command centre was a large liquid crystal display which displayed information regarding the

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unit and sound system. Buyers could opt for a premium sound package, standard on the Fairmont Ghia, which included a full-colour screen. Ventilation outlets were larger than those of previous models, resulting in a cabin that could be more effectively and efficiently heated or cooled. Another change was the

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switch, which was now located on the end of the turn signal stalk for easier reach. Interior colour schemes varied from model to model, but shared a common design approach. The entry-level XT featured a black plastic panel for the upper half of the dashboard, with either a black, charcoal, or beige panel for the lower half. Not all variants offered the distinctive colour palette; the sports variants could not be optioned with the two-tone interior.

Engine and mechanicals

Powerplants consisted of both straight-sixes and V8s, with the entry-level '' Barra 182'' six-cylinder being a significant improvement over the AU Falcon's six. The base model engine contained substantial mechanical changes such as dual infinitely

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for a gain of of power for a total of . The ''Barra 182'' can also take advantage of higher octane fuels, where a small increase of torque can be achieved. The LPG-only '' Barra E-Gas'' engine was offered as an option on lower specification models. A turbocharged variant of the ''Barra'' engine was introduced in a new XR6 Turbo model and produced of power. A 5.4-litre V8 replaced the ''

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'' engine of the AU. The new V8 was a modified version of Ford's North American ''

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'' V8 available in two variants: the ''Barra 220'' generating and a '' Boss 260''. The Boss 260 was known to make significantly more power than its nominal "260" name figure where figures closer to 288wHp or 290 kW (390Hp) at the engine were not unusual and 400 lb-ft. The new engine was smoother, more

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, and quieter than the engine it replaced. Two transmissions were available for the BA—a four-speed automatic and a five-speed manual, both floor-mounted. The automatic unit featured '' Sequential Sports Shift'', a first for the Falcon nameplate in Australia. Utility body styles were also available with an optional column-mounted automatic shifter (without ''Sequential Sports Shift'') in lieu of the floor-mounted system also offered. The new ''Control-Blade'' independent rear suspension (IRS) fitted to all sedans—first used in development of the

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and the

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— was superior to the optional double wishbone IRS suspension used on AU sedans, and was cheaper. However, it was heavier than the previous live rear axle used for base models, and the change contributed to the base model XT sedan's weight increase from the previous model. The wagons and utilities retained the

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live axle rear suspension of the AU wagon and utility; consequently, they did not gain as much weight as the sedan. The BA Falcon was also smoother on the road, with increased towing capabilities from previous models. Fuel consumption in the ''Barra 182'' was measured at for city driving and for highway driving. These numbers were

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figures, measured indoors using a

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. Real-world testing has shown that an extra 12% is actually consumed.

Safety

Passenger safety was a key design aspect for the Ford engineers.

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were standard on all models; electronic brakeforce distribution was also standard on most variants. The addition of

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for higher trim levels helped to prevent loss of traction. On top of this, dual front airbags were a standard fitment across the range; side-impact airbags were equipped on higher luxury levels such as the Fairmont. In a crash safety assessment conducted by

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, the BA model scored 27.27 out of a possible 37 points, giving a rating of four out of five stars.

Model range

;Falcon XT Marketed largely towards the

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industry, the entry-level Falcon XT sold in the most numbers. Featuring the base ''Barra 182'' six-cylinder engine,

, front

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s, and five-speed manual transmission, with the choice of a four-speed automatic, the XT was sold in sedan and station wagon body types. The Barra 220 V8 engine was available as an option. Judges of the ''Australia's Best Cars'' awards crowned the XT ''Best Family Car'' in 2002, and again in 2004, with the Futura receiving the award in 2003. ;Futura The semi-luxury Futura variant was heavily based on the XT, and marketed towards families. Futura models gained

, 16-inch

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s, rear power windows and full body-coloured side-view mirrors and side-protection moldings. But, side-impact airbags and power adjustable

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were only available as options. ;Falcon XR6 Building on the features of the XT, Ford Australia at one point considered not releasing the sports-oriented Falcon XR6 because of the new XR6 Turbo model. However, Ford overturned this decision before production. A specifically designed

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distinguished the XR6 from other variants, except for the XR6 Turbo and XR8 which shared the sports bodywork. The naturally aspirated engine was identical to the engine used on the XT and Futura, and the five-speed manual transmission came as standard. The newly introduced Falcon XR6 Turbo (XR6T) received critical acclaim at launch, and the Australia's Best Car's judges even awarded it the ''Best Sports car under $57,000'' in 2002. At heart visually identical to the XR6, the turbocharged derivative gained extra features, with the additional turbocharger boosting the car's total power output to . The turbocharger is a Garrett GT35/40 unit. ;Falcon XR8 Being the flagship sports variant, the XR8 credited specially tuned sports

, seating trim displaying the "XR" insignia, 17-inch wheels and the new 5.4-litre '' Boss 260'' engine, outputting 30 percent more power than the previous model. ;Fairmont The Fairmont model opened up the luxury sector for the BA range. Externally, the Fairmont could be distinguished from the other BA models with its 16-inch alloy wheels and grey mesh grille with chrome surround. Some of the standard features included

and dual-zone climate control air conditioning, an analogue clock on the top centre console stack,

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highlights, and

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upholstery. Automatic headlights, which turn off or on depending on surrounding environmental conditions, were now standard on the Fairmont model. In addition to this, the Fairmont also received illuminated footwells. The basic mechanical setup carried over from the XT, although buyers could opt for the '' Barra 220'' V8 engine. ;Fairmont Ghia By far the most expensive variant in the BA range, the Fairmont Ghia featured leather upholstery,

highlights, full power options and a unique suspension assembly. The premium sound system, which incorporated a full-colour LCD screen, was standard, and the centre console stack was characterised by an analogue clock. Reverse

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were available for the first time in the BA, standard on the Ghia. The sensors feature an automatic turn-off function for use when

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a boat or trailer for example. ;Falcon Ute The BA series Falcon

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was introduced in October 2002 in six model guises. * XL Cab Chassis * XL Wellbody * XLS Cab Chassis * XLS Wellbody * XR6 Wellbody * XR6 Turbo These were later joined by two additional models: * XR8: reintroduced to the range early in 2003 (last seen in the previous AU III series). * RTV: was released in September 2003. The name "RTV" stood for "Rugged Terrain Vehicle" and featured an increased ride height, additional underbody protection, a lockable rear differential, a unique

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, flared guards and 16-inch

s. Originally dubbed "Hi-Ride" prior to release, in early 2003 Ford Australia held a competition to find a name for this variant, with "RTV" announced as the winning entrant in July. File:2004 Ford Falcon (BA) XT sedan (2010-11-16).jpg, BA Falcon XT sedan File:2002 Ford Falcon (BA) XT sedan (2009-01-31).jpg, BA Falcon XT sedan File:2004 Ford Falcon (BA) Futura sedan (2015-07-03) 01.jpg, BA Falcon Futura sedan File:2004 Ford Falcon (BA) Futura sedan (2015-07-03) 02.jpg, BA Falcon Futura sedan File:2002-2004 Ford Falcon (BA) XR6 sedan (18731328968).jpg, BA Falcon XR6 sedan File:2003 Ford Falcon (BA) XR6 Turbo sedan (17350151531).jpg, BA Falcon XR6 Turbo sedan File:2002 Ford Fairmont (BA) sedan (17695633372).jpg, BA Fairmont sedan File:2002-2004 Ford Fairmont (BA) Ghia sedan (2014-12-29).jpg, BA Fairmont Ghia sedan File:2002 Ford Fairmont (BA) Ghia sedan (2009-05-23).jpg, BA Fairmont Ghia sedan File:2002-2004 Ford Falcon (BA) XR6 utility (2010-07-05).jpg, BA Falcon XR6 utility File:2004 Ford Falcon (BA) XR6 Turbo utility (2010-07-08) 02.jpg, BA Falcon XR6 Turbo utility

Mk II

Ford released the Mk II (BA II) Falcon in October 2004 to maintain sales interest until the 2005 introduction of the BF update. Modifications included some cosmetic changes and a new six-speed '' Tremec T56'' manual transmission replacing the five-speed on XR6 Turbo and XR8 models. The Mk II XT included the following changes over the Mk I: MKII badge, wider spokes on the hubcaps, auto headlights, cruise control standard, and a different cup holder. The Futura model gained power adjustable pedals, and side airbags, with a DVD entertainment system being offered on upmarket trim levels. The XR8 sedan variant also received the premium audio system. File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XT station wagon (2015-05-29) 01.jpg, BA II XT station wagon File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XT station wagon (2015-05-29) 02.jpg, BA II XT station wagon File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XR6 sedan (2015-07-03) 01.jpg, BA II Falcon XR6 sedan File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XR6 sedan (2015-07-03) 02.jpg, BA II Falcon XR6 sedan File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XR8 sedan (2009-07-15) 01.jpg, BA II Falcon XR8 sedan File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XR8 sedan (2009-07-15) 02.jpg, BA II Falcon XR8 sedan File:2005 Ford Falcon (BA II) XR8 Enforcer sedan (23475622549).jpg, BA II Falcon XR8 Enforcer sedan File:2005 Ford Fairmont (BA II) Ghia sedan (2015-07-14) 01.jpg, BA II Fairmont Ghia sedan File:2005 Ford Fairmont (BA II) Ghia sedan (2015-07-14) 02.jpg, BA II Fairmont Ghia sedan File:2004 Ford Falcon (BA II) RTV utility (2010-07-08).jpg, BA II Falcon RTV utility

Ford Falcon BA in V8 Supercars

Ford Falcon BA of Craig Lowndes & Jamie Whincup

The Falcon BA was raced in the Australian

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category from 2003.

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won the V8 Supercar Championship Series in 2003 and 2004 driving a BA.

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and

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won the 2006 Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 driving a Falcon BA.

Enforcer and Devil R

After winning the V8 Supercar Championship Series in 2004 with racing drivers

and

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Ford Australia released two limited run

Ford Falcon BA The Ford Falcon (BA) is a full-sized car produced by Ford Australia from 2002 to 2005. It was the second significantly re-engineered iteration of the sixth generation of the Falcon, and also included the Ford Fairmont (BA)—the luxury-oriented ...

XR8 dealer run-out vehicles denoted 'Enforcer', (only available in Envy Green) and 'Devil R' (named after the phrase; ”''Devil... Aaargh!''”) available in Shock-Wave blue only. These warmed-over XR8 base vehicles came with the same 'Boss 260’ 5.4 litre V8 engine as the base XR8 producing the same 260 kW (353 HP) output as the base XR8. Ford Australia has stated only 125 (56 manual 69 auto) of each model were produced. Both vehicle types were not sold with an individual build number as per the FPV range. These vehicles were equipped with a signed owners manual with

's signature, for the 'Enforcer'model or

's signature, for the 'Devil R' model, as well as respective signed engine bay plate. Both vehicles received 18" shadow chrome alloy wheels, carpets with the appropriate 'Enforcer' or 'Devil R' embroidery, leather seats with the model logo embroidery, Momo steering wheel, 'premium' brake package (non Brembo), either the 'Enforcer' or 'Devil R' badging to the exterior and the appropriate model name applied to the XR8 bonnet bulge side decals. These vehicles were priced below the FPV GT and GT-P hero cars in the non-FPV range, intended to be up-spec packaged versions of the base XR8 vehicles where Ford Australia intended to run out the remainder of optional-extras equipment during the last of the BA Mk.2 vehicles prior to the incoming redesigned BF model.

FPV range

Ford Australia's performance vehicle partner

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produced a range of models based on the Falcon BA and marketed under the FPV name. The 2003 BA range included the GT, GT-P, and the Pursuit. The GT was the entry-level vehicle that started with a suggested retail price of A$59,810. The GT-P was the upmarket version of the GT, with a price tag of A$69,850. The Pursuit was a ute (utility) version of the GT, featuring the same seats, basic dash/interior package and wheels. FPV specific body-kits were applied to all cars, using the lights from the XR-range. The kit had a strong resemblance to the BA Falcon V8 Supercar, highlighting the connection to FPR. All three were powered by a unique version of Ford's 5.4-litre ''Modular'' V8, with DOHC 4-valve cylinder heads from the Mustang Cobra R engine. FPV named this uniquely tuned engine as the Boss 290 because of its power output—it produced at 5500 rpm and of torque at 4500 rpm. ;2004 BA Mk II update The GT, GT-P and Pursuit received a new stripe package with bonnet decals, a six-speed Tremec ''T56'' manual and the GT-P received 19-inch five-spoke alloy wheels. FPV also released the Super Pursuit, which was a Pursuit ute with GT-P extras. New six cylinder sedan and utility models were added to the range, the F6 Typhoon (sedan) and F6 Tornado (ute). The F6 was visually separated from the GT range with the use of a different pattern in the front bumper grill mesh, and a smaller boot spoiler on the Typhoon. They were powered by FPV's version of the Ford Falcon Barra engine, a 4.0-litre DOHC 24-valve turbocharged inline-six with variable cam timing. It produced at 5250 rpm and at 2000–4250 rpm.

Issues and criticism

Critics in the media noted BA's build quality faults, such as inconsistent gaps between trim sections and joints, although other commentators praised the interior design and craftsmanship. In the used car market, non-FPV BA Falcons tend to suffer from poor

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rates, due to influxes of ex-fleet models entering the second-hand market and because of the cost of fuel.

References

External links

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