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Powered by the upgraded 5.4-litre Boss V8 engine, the GT E produces a massive
315kW of power at 6500 rpm and 551Nm of torque at 4750 rpm.
The new GT E features the ZF six-speed high-torque automatic transmission
with Sequential Sports Shift as standard and boasts a fuel economy figure of
14L/100km.
The GT E receives performance 355 x 32mm cross-drilled and ventilated front
rotors with Brembo 6-piston calipers and 330 x 28mm cross-drilled and ventilated
rear rotors with Brembo 4-piston caliper as standard.
“The Premium Brake Package delivers FPV a competitive advantage over our
direct competitor as they do not offer 6-piston brakes across their range,” Ford
Performance Vehicles General Manager Rod Barrett said.
“The GT E is a combination of luxury V8 and executive racer. It’s for those
who want the power and sound of a high-performance vehicle without the overt
styling and bright colours.”
Executive styling
“The elegant and luxurious styling of the GT E differentiates the vehicle
from its GT siblings," Barrett said.
“As opposed to the overtly sporty GT, the GT E is more subtle, with striking
chrome accents and a refined lip spoiler replacing the bright colours, hood and
side striping and large rear wings found on the other models."
The upper
radiator and lower bumper grille mesh are finished in black chrome, while the
front driving lamps are highlighted with a high chrome bezel and complemented by
full body coloured bumpers.
The new FPV badge takes centre stage on both the front and rear of the
vehicle and the new GT E badge features on the rear and side panels.
The unique 19-inch wheel design was custom matched to the GT E’s premium
Brembo brake package and the Alpine Silver alloy finish completes an understated
yet stylish exterior package.
The GT E is available in a subtle exterior colour palette of nine colours -
Winter White, Silhouette, Lightning Strike, Velvet*, Sensation, Steel, Ego,
Seduce and Silk.
Inside the cabin, the GT E features luxury FPV seats in shadow leather with
the GT E logo embossed on the headrests. Regency red leather seats are available
as a no cost option.
Unique to the GT E, the interior environment is charcoal and receives a dark
walnut woodgrain finish on the dashboard as well as the doors.
The interior is packed with features to ensure a premium driving experience,
including a sports leather steering wheel with cruise control and audio mounted
switches, dual zone temperature control air conditioning, front and rear power
windows and memory adjustable pedals with alloy pedal controls.
Sports performance maintains ride comfort
The Boss 315 engine gives the GT E flexibility through the gears, and
consequently drivers will notice that from a standing start the vehicle feels
lighter and more responsive, and picks up better at a lower rev-range.
The FPV performance independent double wish bone front suspension and
performance control independent rear suspension teamed up with the new Sachs
mono-shock damper provides the perfect balance between a firm, dynamic sports
performance feel and maintaining the ride comfort while cruising.
Safety is standard in the GT E
The GT E is equipped with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and side curtain
airbags, both of which are now standard across the entire FPV range.
In addition, the GT E also features a reverse parking camera and reverse
sensing system as standard.
Other safety features include Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and
4-channel Anti lock Braking System (ABS), driver and passenger airbags and
Beltminder technology for both the driver and passenger.
The GT E is protected by a remote alarm and FPV’s ID Datadot
identification.
The recommended retail price for the GT E is $76,990^ and will go on sale
nationally from June 2nd 2008.
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