Ford Probe

Ford Probe
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The Ford Probe is an MPV powered by a 2,249 cmยณ five-cylinder petrol engine. Production commenced in 1988, and the model has a kerb weight of 1,304 kg.

Technical data
ManufacturerFord
ProductionFrom 1988
Body typeMPV
FuelPetrol
Kerb weight1,304 kg
Displacement2,249 cc
Cylinders5
DrivetrainFront-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)10.9 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Doors2

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Ford Probe (from registration data). 10 variants.

Engine variants for Ford Probe
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.0 l ยท 4-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“10.1 l/100 km1993โ€“1997
2.0 l ยท 4-cylPetrolManualโ€“9.3 l/100 km1993โ€“1997
2.2 l ยท 4-cylPetrolManualโ€“11.2 l/100 km1989โ€“1992
2.2 l ยท 4-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“11.1 l/100 km1989โ€“1992
2.2 l ยท 4-cylPetrolManualโ€“9.8 l/100 km1989โ€“1992
2.2 l ยท 4-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“12.4 l/100 km1990โ€“1992
2.5 l ยท 6-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“11.8 l/100 km1993โ€“1997
2.5 l ยท 6-cylPetrolManualโ€“11.5 l/100 km1993โ€“1997
3.0 l ยท 6-cylPetrolManualโ€“12.4 l/100 km1990โ€“1992
3.0 l ยท 6-cylPetrolAutomaticโ€“12.2 l/100 km1990โ€“1992

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

Other Ford models

Similar MPV models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 68% of Ford Probes pass their MOT test first time, based on 314 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ€” not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Ford Probe in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.