Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V

Ford Cougar 1998 2.5 petrol description

Coupe Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V has been produced from October, 1998 to February, 2001. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6250 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Ford Cougar 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.6 litres.

Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.5 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Ford Cougar 1998 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 13.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100 km, which is 15% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Cougar fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Ford Cougar version with automatic gearbox (Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.8 seconds later (in 10.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 10.5 litres per 100 km.
Ford Cougar 1998

Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V technical data

Model: Ford Cougar 2.5i 24V
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1998. October ... 2001. February 
Engine: 2544 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 227 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 6250 RPM Torque: 220 NM ON 4250 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.5 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.9 l/100km (21.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.70m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.32m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 430 litres
Trunk max capacity: 930 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1825 kg

Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V engine SEA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2544 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82.4 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 79.5 mm
Compression ratio 9.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts)
Power 170 HP ON 6250 RPM
Torque 220 NM ON 4250 RPM
Start of production (year) 1994
Duration of production 5 years
Engine also used on Ford Mondeo

All Ford Cougar coupe [1998 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Ford Cougar 1998 2.0i 16V Oct 1998 — Feb 2001

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 130 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V Oct 1998 — Feb 2001 2.5 Petrol 170 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Cougar 1998 2.5i 24V Oct 1998 — Feb 2001

Only version with automatic transmission

2.5 Petrol 170 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (4)
Ford Cougar 2000 2.5 i V6 24V ST 200 Jan 2000 — Dec 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds

2.5 Petrol 205 HP 10.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Cougar 1998 reviews
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