[Swordsman88]

Nothing new here. This has been discussed before.

The only issue i have (and it could be some confusion by the journo not sure) is over the corporate 6sp. I'm sure ford can get it working to their liking no problem (they got the 5sp working) but it notes that RWD territory will get the corporate 6sp.... as will the diesel....

I was of the view that ZF would get the job with the diesel, if for no other reason then the torque rating of the corporate box was probably pegged at 400nm (for base cars). It would be easier for ford to put the performance spec high torque ZF from FPV etc. into the territory diesel then try to get the torque rating of the corporate box to suit (expected torque for the terri diesel would be 430nm if not more). Also, diesel has been in develoment for some time so i doubt the corporate box was being configured for local use that early on....

Shame to see th 4sp go after all these years but it has served us well. Hell it will continue to serve many many members of this forum for years to come.... The 5sp has had a short life, but it was due for BF at one stage but there were development delays and that is probably why.... I've driven one, and the 5sp was very good i thought. It has been winning reviews versus the VE 6sp so this new ford 6sp will just further extend their lead......