Ford Thunderbird IX 2.3 Turbo 2.3 turbo intercooled Coupe
142 kW193 PS190 hp1987–1988
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- Power
- 142 kW 193 PS · 190 hp
- Top speed
- 230 km/h
- Length
- 5,133 mm
- Displacement
- 2,301 cm³
The Ford Thunderbird IX 2.3 Turbo turbo intercooled uses a 2.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine rated at 142 kW (193 PS), in coupe form. A five-speed manual gearbox sends the Thunderbird IX 2.3 Turbo turbo intercooled's drive to the rear wheels.
In a Thunderbird IX line-up of 3 versions, the Thunderbird IX 2.3 Turbo turbo intercooled tops the power chart, 60% above the entry 3.8 V6 (89 kW). According to our catalog data, the Thunderbird IX 2.3 Turbo turbo intercooled reaches 230 km/h.
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Engine
| Fuel | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,301 cm³ 2.3 l · 140 cu in |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Power | 142 kW 193 PS · 190 hp |
Transmission
| Gearbox | Manual |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
Performance
| Top speed | 230 km/h 143 mph |
|---|
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 5,133 mm 202.1 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,806 mm 71.1 in |
| Height | 1,356 mm 53.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,647 mm 104.2 in |
Production
| Body type | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Years | 1987–1988 |
| Generation | Thunderbird IX (1983–1988) |
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