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Ford Sapphire

Ford Sapphire — 3/5-door hatchback; 4-door saloon; 5-door estate; 5-door car-derived van, '''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4

Transmission3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual

About the Ford Sapphire

Ford Sapphire is a 3/5-door hatchback; 4-door saloon; 5-door estate; 5-door car-derived van in the mid-size car/large family car (d) class. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual and a Front-engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Ford Sapphire guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4 and 3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Ford Sapphire specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Ford
Model	Sapphire
Model years	Not specified
Body style	3/5-door hatchback; 4-door saloon; 5-door estate; 5-door car-derived van
Vehicle class	Mid-size car/Large family car (D)
Manufacturer	Ford Europe
Production	1982–1993
Market / country	GB, NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Ford Sapphire includes '''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4.. Transmission information includes 3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive.

Engine	'''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4
Transmission	3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2609 mm
Length	4531 mm
Width	1727 mm
Height	1367 mm

Ford Sapphire other specifications

Name	Ford Sierra
Aka	Merkur XR4Ti (North America, 1985–1989)Ford Sapphire (sedan, South Africa, 1990–1993)
Image	Ford Sierra CLX 1988 zweitürig.jpg

Ford Sapphire generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Ford Sierra	1982–1993	'''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4	3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual	Front-engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Ford Sapphire

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Ford Sapphire

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Ford Sapphire have?

The available source data lists the Ford Sapphire engine as '''Petrol:'''; 1294 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1593 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1598 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1769 cc ''CVH'' I4; 1796 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Pinto'' I4; 1993 cc ''Cosworth'' turbo DOHC 16V I4; 1998 cc ''N8/N9'' DOHC I4; 1999 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2293 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2792 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2935 cc ''Cologne'' OHV V6; 2993 cc ''Essex'' OHV V6 (ZA); 4942 cc ''5.0 H.O.'' OHV V8 (ZA); '''Diesel:'''; 1753 cc ''Lynx'' TD I4; 2304 cc ''Indenor'' OHV I4. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Ford Sapphire?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Ford Sapphire?

There is no single best engine oil for every Ford Sapphire configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Ford Sapphire?

The Ford Sapphire is classified as a 3/5-door hatchback; 4-door saloon; 5-door estate; 5-door car-derived van.

What are the dimensions of the Ford Sapphire?

The available source data lists length 4531 mm, width 1727 mm, height 1367 mm, and wheelbase 2609 mm.

What transmission does the Ford Sapphire have?

The available source data lists 3-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual transmission options for the Ford Sapphire.

Is the Ford Sapphire FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Ford Sapphire is Front-engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive.

Who makes the Ford Sapphire?

The manufacturer listed for the Ford Sapphire is Ford Europe.

When was the Ford Sapphire produced?

The available source data describes production as 1982–1993.

Where was the Ford Sapphire built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Argentina: General Pacheco (Pacheco Stamping and Assembly); Belgium: Genk (Genk Body & Assembly); Ireland: Cork (Ford Ireland); New Zealand: Lower Hutt (Ford New Zealand); South Africa: Port Elizabeth; Silverton, Pretoria (Samcor); United Kingdom: Dagenham, London (Ford Dagenham); Venezuela: Valencia (Valencia Assembly, 1985–1994).

What class of car is the Ford Sapphire?

The Ford Sapphire is listed in the Mid-size car/Large family car (D) class.

Which markets or countries sold the Ford Sapphire?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Ford Sapphire with GB, NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Ford Sapphire?

The available vehicle data lists Ford Mondeo as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Ford Sapphire?

The available vehicle data lists Ford Mondeo as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Ford Sapphire?

The available source data identifies related models as Ford ScorpioFord P100Merkur XR4Ti. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Ford Sapphire?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Ford Sapphire?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Ford Sapphire is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Ford Sapphire have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Ford Sapphire?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Ford Sapphire images

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