Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) today unveiled the highly anticipated FPV F6 X at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. The F6 X is the first non Falcon-based vehicle introduced by FPV.

"FPV has always had the goal to extend the brand beyond Falcon-based product and I'm very pleased to be able to showcase the first new offering today," FPV General Manager Rod Barrett said.

The FPV F6 X comes from Ford's Territory family, and is equipped with the F6 270 Turbo 4.0-litre DOHC in-line six-cylinder engine, capable of 270kW of power and 550Nm of torque. This is coupled with the ZF six-speed automatic transmission and full-time All-Wheel-Drive system.

The F6 X is fitted with a number of the advanced active and passive safety features, including Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control and four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD). The braking performance of the F6 X is enhanced by the fitment of Brembo six-piston front callipers and a new FPV calibration for the ABS and DSC systems.Side curtain airbags and dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags are also fitted as standard equipment.

The exterior design features Molten Metal accents on the front skid plate, bonnet air scoop, door mirror scalps and rear skid plate. Sporty looking 18-inch five-spoke alloys in an Alpine Silver finish are also exclusive to the F6 X.The new FPV F6 X is due to go on sale in early 2008. Full pricing will be released closer to launch.

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