A guide to Ford cars in Australia
Ford is arguably the most well-known brand in the motoring world, but how well do you know its cars? After a century of perfecting personal vehicles, Ford today has a massive range of cars, SUVs and utes on offer in Australia. In this review, Canstar Blue walks you through the whole range of Ford vehicles that are available in Australia, discussing features, price, and whether or not it’s the right choice for you.
Ford Fiesta
There are four models of Ford Fiesta – Ambiente, Trend, Sport and ST. The Ambiente and Trend models are pretty similar with only a few different features between them. The Ford Fiesta Sport takes things up to the next level, boasting an award-winning efficient EcoBoost engine, as well as a slew of standard and optional smart features.
Top of the Ford Fiesta line, however, is the ST, which introduces even more great features, as well as a considerably more powerful 6-speed 1.6L engine. We’ve listed a few more key points about the Ford Fiesta range in the table below, though keep in mind that this list really only scratches the surface of what these vehicles have to offer.
Ford Fiesta key features
| Fiesta Ambiente | Fiesta Trend | Fiesta Sport | Fiesta ST |
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Same engine specs as Ford Ambiente |
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| Key Features | |||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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All standard Sport features, plus/or:
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Ford Fiesta price
Ford Fiesta vehicles are quite affordable, with even the most expensive of the line, the Ford Fiesta ST only costing a modest $24k. The cheapest in the range is the Ambiente, costing $14,000 to $16,000, while the Trend and Sport are a touch more expensive, about $17k and $20k respectively.
Ford Focus
There are in total five models of Ford Focus, with some being offered as either hatch or sedan. So whether you’re looking for a family car or something with a bit more grunt, there’s probably a Ford Focus for you.
The Focus range includes the Trend, Sport, Titanium, ST and RS. While they’re all part of the same range, some of these vehicles are poles apart in their differences. For example, as you will soon see, the Ford Focus Trend is a fairly standard vehicle, while the Ford Focus RS has twice the engine power and more features than what you might think possible.
Ford Focus Trend
Body: Hatch or Sedan
Engine: 1.5L GTDi EcoBoost
Key features:
- Climate control
- Cruise
- Tilt and telescopic adjustable steering whee
- Trip computer
- Ford SYNC 3 connectivity system
- Satellite navigation system
- Daytime running lamps
- Fog lights
Approx. price: $27,000 – $29,000
Ford Focus Sport
Body: Hatch
Engine: Same as Ford Focus Trend
Key features:
All Trend features, plus/or
- Sport suspension
- Follow me home lighting
- Power mirrors
- Ambient lighting
- Rain-sensing wipers
Approx. price: $28,000 – $31,000
Ford Focus Titanium
Body: Hatch or Sedan
Engine: Same as Ford Focus Trend
Key features:
All Sport features, plus/or
- Power seat adjustment
- 18″ alloy wheels
- Active city stop
- Blind spot information system with Rear cross traffic alert
- Enhanced active park assist
- Front parking sensors
Approx. price: $34,000 – $37,000
Ford Focus ST
Body: Hatch
Engine: 2.0L GTDi 4-cylinder EcoBoost
Key features
- 8″ Color touchscreen
- Ford SYNC 2 voice activated connectivity system
- Ford SYNC 3 connectivity system
- Bi-Xenon HID headlights with adaptive front-lighting system
- Dual centre exhaust
- Hill launch assist
- Immobiliser – passive anti-theft system
- MyKey
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear view camera
- Thatcham alarm – volume & intrusion sensing & perimeter
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
Approx. price: $42,000 – $44,000
Ford Focus RS
Body: Hatch
Engine: EcoBoost 2.3L GTDi 4-cylinder petrol engine
Key features:
- All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system with Launch Control
- Adjustable dampers
- Brembo 4 pot ventilated front disc brakes
- Driver Selectable Sport Suspension
- Selectable Drive Modes
- Keyless entry with push button start
- Daytime running lights (LED)
- Dual RS sports exhaust
- Headlights – Bi-Xenon headlights with adaptive front-lighting system
- Hill Launch Assist
- Immobiliser – passive anti-theft system
- Rear parking sensors
- Rear view camera
- Thatcham alarm – volume & intrusion sensing & perimeter
- Torque Vectoring Control
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
Approx. price: $56,000 – $58,000
Ford Mondeo
The Ford Mondeo has the look of a luxury car without the price tag. It comes as either a hatch or wagon and includes a whole host of features to complement its sleek design. Once again there are a few different models in the Mondeo range – the Ambient, Trend and Titanium.
| Mondeo Ambiente | Mondeo Trend | Mondeo Titanium |
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| Engine & Transmission | ||
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Same engine as Ford Ambiente | Same engine as Ford Ambiente |
| Key features | ||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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Ford Mondeo price
The Ford Mondeo Ambiente costs about $30,000 to $33,000. The Ford Mondeo Trend is a bit more expensive at about $38,000. Top of the line is the Mondeo Titanium, which will set you back about $42,000.
Ford Falcon
If Power is important to you, then it’s hard to look past Ford’s famous Falcon range. There are three standard models of ford falcon. The first is simply called the ‘Falcon’, while the other two are the Falcon G-Series and Falcon XR. Here is a brief rundown of what these offer.
| Falcon | Falcon G-Series | Falcon XR |
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| Key features | ||
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All Falcon Features, plus/or:
Offered as either a sedan or ute
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There is also a limited edition Ford Falcon called the XR Sprint. This is a collector’s luxury vehicle and there are only a few hundred being offered in Australia. Further information on price and features is fairly limited online, so contact your Ford dealer if you’re interested in the Ford Focus XR Sprint.
Ford Falcon price
Ford Falcon prices start of relatively inexpensive, with the standard model costing about $30,000, while the G-Series vehicles will set you back a reasonable amount more ($38,000). The Falcon XR (excluding Sprint) is the most expensive, usually costing between $45,000 and $50,000.
Ford EcoSport
This is Ford’s smallest SUV, making it a great choice for those in the market for an urban vehicle. While these cars are admittedly not as beefed up as other Ford vehicles in terms of features, the EcoSport easily makes for it with its emphasis on safety, fuel efficiency and city-driving practicality. The four models of Ford EcoSport are the Ambiente, Trend, Titanium and Shadow.
| Ambiente | Trend | Titanium | Shadow |
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| Engine & Transmission | |||
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Same engine specs as Ambiente |
| Features | |||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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Ford Ecosport price
As far as new SUVs go, the Ecosport seems fairly affordable. The most basic of the Ecosport range, the Ambiente, goes for about $24,000 while the Ecosport Shadow prices a bit higher at about $28,000. The Ford Ecosport Trend and Titanium vehicles are the most expensive in this range, with the Trend costing about $32,000, and the Titanium anywhere between $36,000 and $38,000.
Ford Escape
Despite what the name might suggest, the Ford Escape isn’t much off an off-roader. Rather, this mid-size SUV is built for urban driving, with its stylish design and suite of intelligent features. Whether you’re looking for a comfortable family car, or you just want to look good driving around town, the Ford Escape is certainly a safe bet.
| Escape Ambiente | Escape Trend | Escape Titanium |
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| Engine & Transmission | ||
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| Key features | ||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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Ford Escape price
Just like with the other models we’ve listed, the Ambiente is the most affordable. The Escape Ambiente costs about $30,000 to $32,000, while the Ford Escape Trend costs anywhere from $34,000 to $38,000. The Escape Titanium is the most expensive, pricing close to $50,000.
Ford Kuga
Marketed as kid-ready, this mid-size SUV has a spacious design, a plethora of cutting-edge features, smart AWD, as well as the choice of a powerful 2L diesel engine or Ford’s efficient EcoBoost petrol engine. The standard features vary across the Ambiente, Trend and Titanium Ford Kuga models.
| Kuga Ambiente | Kuga Trend | Kuga Titanium |
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| Engine & Transmission | ||
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Same engine specs as Kuga Trend |
| Key features | ||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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Ford Kuga price
The basic Ford Kuga Ambiente usually costs around $31,000 to $33,000. The trend will set you back closer to the $36,000 mark, while the Ford Kuga Titanium is once again the most expensive, costing about $39,000 to $40,000 brand new.
Ford Territory
The Ford Territory combines the features and safety of a family car, with the power and capability of an off-roader. Ford has named its territory models differently to most of its other vehicles: The TX, TS and Titanium.
The Ford Territory caters to all kinds of needs. It is offered as either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive, and customers are given the option of five or seven seats for the TS and Titanium vehicles.
| Territory TX | Territory TS | Territory Titanium |
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| Engine & Transmission | ||
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Same engine specs as Territory TX | Same engine specs as Territory TX |
| Key features | ||
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All TX features, plus/or:
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Ford Territory price
The price of a Ford Territory vehicle starts with its TX model for about $41,000. The TS costs marginally more, about $44,000. The Ford Territory Titanium is once again the most expensive of the range, with an expected cost of between $48,000 and $50,000.
Ford Everest
Ford labels this car as its most capable SUV, suitable for handling almost any terrain thrown its way. It backs this up with a powerful 3.2L TDCi Duraotorq Diesel engine, 3 tonne towing capacity, and four-wheel drive handling. Of course, Ford is never one to cut corners in terms of style and features. The three models (Ambiente, Trend & Titanium) boast a myriad of features for a safer and more enjoyable driving experience.
| Everest Ambiente | Everest Trend | Everest Titanium |
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| Engine & Drive | ||
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Same engine specs as Everest Ambiente
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Same engine specs as Everest Trend |
| Key features | ||
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All Ambiente features, plus/or:
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All Trend features, plus/or:
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Ford Everest price
The Ford Everest vehicle range is one of the pricier ones on this list, with the cost of the Everest Ambiente starting around $50,000 to $55,000. The Ford Everest Trend takes this up a step to about $60,000, or around $57,000 if you prefer RWD. The Everest is in a league of its own in terms of price, with the average cost coming in around $75,000.
Ford Ranger
The Ford Ranger isn’t just a ute, it’s a powerful workhorse. It has a 147kW diesel engine in addition to a very impressive braked towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes. But it’s not all work and no play, as the Ford Ranger comes with adjustable 4WD, hill descent control and e-rear differential control to help you get almost anywhere.
There are nine different models of Ford Ranger – two single cab, two super cab, and five double cab. While we’re not going to list each model’s full suite of features, here is a list of some of the most common and appealing:
- Ford SYNC connectivity system with Emergency Assistance,
- Bluetooth, hands free phone
- Cruise control
- Adjustable Speed Limiter
- Power windows and mirrors
- eLocking Rear Differential
- Dynamic Stability Control
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Single zone manual air conditioning
- Rear View Camera
- Rear Parking Sensors
Ford Ranger price
Like with any ute, the price you pay will depend on the model, cab size, transmission, drive type and any added optional features. The cheapest single cab vehicles in the Ford Ranger line-up will set you back about $28,000 to $30,000. The double cabs are generally the most expensive and can cost up to about $60,000.
About the author of this page
This report was written by Canstar Blue’s Site Editor, Dean Heckscher. He’s our resident expert on all things automotive, health & fitness, streaming and more. Dean is also one of Canstar Blue’s customer research report producers, helping to turn complicated subjects into easily-digestible information for our readers. He’s passionate about helping consumers make better-informed purchase decisions on all manner of consumer goods and services.