Originally Posted by
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Ford's Fully Integrated LPG Engine - E-Gas
While it may sound like a computer related stomach complaint, the reality of e-gas is a lot more pleasant! The Ford Falcon with E-Gas
is the only Australian built vehicle with a fully integrated LPG engine. The rising cost of fuel has seen car owners begin to search
for cheaper fuel alternatives. Unlike Diesel, LPG is actually cheaper than petrol for around the same economy AND you get a rebate
from the government in many cases for purchasing an LPG powered vehicle.
Cutting fuel costs doesn’t mean you’ll have to compromise on power either, a problem encountered by many ‘dual fuel’ users. Because E-
Gas cars are built to run specifically on LPG, the engine will always maintain a high level of performance. The Government recently
announced a $1000 rebate on every new factory-fitted LPG powered private car, so you won’t just be saving when you fill up your tank
- you save on the cost of your vehicle too!
With the advent of E-Gas you won’t have to fill your car from a deep fat fryer to keep it on the road - LPG is low emissions and great on
the pocket. Now, thanks to Ford Australia’s vision, there is plenty of choice too! The Falcon E-Gas range has recently been expanded to
nine model choices so whatever type of car you are on the market for- sedan, wagon, ute etc, Ford is giving you the option to save
money, keep your manufacturers warranty and be able to drive a safe, reliable, comfortable car.
Meanwhile, the Falcon Ute range continues to be the only range of utes in Australia to offer a dedicated LPG engine. The E-Gas engine
produces 156kW of power and 370 Nm of torque, and is available as an option on XL, XLS, RTV and XR6 models.
“The LPG-powered Ford Falcon is $13.73 a week cheaper to run than the petrol model, saving the owner $714.33 a year or $3571.65 over
five years.”
Sydney Morning Herald, June 30, 2008