Ford Laser
The Ford Laser is a compact car, originally a subcompact car in the first three generations, which was sold by Ford in Asia, Oceania, and parts of South America and Africa. It has generally been available as a sedan or hatchback, although convertible, wagon and pick-up versions have also been available in different markets. The sedan, and briefly station wagon, versions were badged Ford Laser and Meteor in Australia between 1982 and 1987. The Ford Meteor name was also used in South Africa.
| Manufacturer | Mazda |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1981 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Ford Laser (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.7 l/100 km | 1984 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 7.8 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.7 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9 l/100 km | 1985 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.6 l/100 km | 1986–1989 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 1986–1987 |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.8 l/100 km | 1988–1989 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
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Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Ford Laser in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.