Performance
Max power of the street version is 225 hp (168 kW) at 6,250 rpm, while torque is 310 Nm at 3,500 rpm on 95ron gasoline. Max speed is 232–237 km/h (144–147 mph) (without the big rear wing), while the 0-100 km/h sprint takes 5.7 or 6.1 seconds. The slower acceleration time is for the heavier "Lux" edition.
The Escort Cosworth was the first mass production car to produce downforce at the front and rear (at front 45N at 70 MPH, adjustable splitter in middle position, rear 190N, with the large wing)
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