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Ford Telstar 1989

The 1989 Ford Telstar range of configurations is currently priced from $2,420.

The 1989 Ford Telstar carries a braked towing capacity of up to 910 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Ford Telstar is also known as the Mazda Capella and the Mazda 626 in markets outside Australia.

Ford Telstar 1989 Price and Specs

The Ford Telstar 1989 is currently available from $2,420 for the Telstar GL up to $5,170 for the Telstar Ghia.

Pricing guides

$3,795
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$2,420
Highest Price
$5,170
Ford Telstar Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L ULP 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN $2,640 $4,070
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 2.2L ULP 5 SP MAN $2,640 $4,070
Ghia Sedan 2.2L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,300 $5,170
Ghia Sedan 2.2L ULP 5 SP MAN $3,190 $4,950
GL Sedan 2.0L ULP 3 SP AUTO $2,640 $4,070
GL Sedan 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN $2,420 $3,850
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Ford Telstar 1989 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Telstar here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Tyres for Telstar

    The Bob Jane All-Rounders and the Firestones are both budget brands. Both tyres are 195 mm wide and fit a 15-inch wheel, but the one with the 65 per cent aspect ratio is taller, which makes it larger in diameter. Tyre life is impossible to predict with any precision, because of the many variables that can affect it, but 95,000 km is excellent.

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  • Fuel confusion

    IT depends on the compression ratio of your engine. When it was sold new there was a choice of standard and super petrol. Standard had an octane rating a little below the 91 of the current unleaded, super was 98. Most cars of the time were running super and I believe that would be best for your car, with an additive for protection of the valves and valve seats.

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  • Car to commute

    EITHER car would be fine for your purpose. But remember that whatever car you choose, it's likely to have lots of kilometres on the odometer. By all means try to find a Telstar or a Camry, my preference would be for Toyota as long as it's a four-cylinder model, but if you cast your net wider you might land a mint model of some other make. The key things with a car that old is to find one that's in good condition with the lowest odometer reading possible. Hopefully, you will find a car that has been lovingly looked after by its owner, and perhaps not often driven.

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  • Shining telstar

    A TX5 in top condition is bringing up to $10,000. They were imported from Japan so build quality was good, but they were a little too pricey to take the market by storm. A clone of the Mazda 626, the 2.5-litre V6 needed to be revved to deliver its best, but it was nicely featured, with alloys, rear spoiler, fog lights and a sporty interior. If you are not sure that the cam belt change was done at 100,000km, then it would be a good idea to replace it now.

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Ford Telstar 1989 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1989 Ford Telstar is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Telstar currently offers fuel consumption from 8.5 to 10L/100km. The Ford Telstar is available with the following fuel type: ULP.

Ford Telstar Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 8.9L/100km
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L,ULP,3 SP AUTO 9.8L/100km
Ghia Sedan 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN 8.5L/100km
Ghia Sedan 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 9.3L/100km
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Ford Telstar 1989 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1989 Ford Telstar are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1690mm x 1410mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Ford Telstar 1989 Dimensions  include 1375mm height, 1690mm width, 4515mm length.
Ford Telstar Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
TX5 Hatchback 1375x1690x4515 mm 165 mm
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 1375x1690x4515 mm 165 mm
TX5 Turbo Hatchback 1375x1690x4515 mm 165 mm
GL Sedan 1410x1690x4515 mm 165 mm
Ghia Sedan 1410x1690x4515 mm 165 mm
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Ford Telstar 1989 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 1989 Ford Telstar will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Ford Telstar vary from 14x5.5 inches to 15x6 inches.

Ford Telstar Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
TX5 Hatchback 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
TX5 Turbo Hatchback 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
GL Sedan P175x75 SR14 14x5.5 inches P175x75 SR14 14x5.5 inches
Ghia Sedan 14x5.5 inches 14x5.5 inches
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Ford Telstar 1989 Towing capacity

The Ford Telstar has maximum towing capacity of 910kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Ford Telstar Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 910kg
TX5 Hatchback 2.0L,ULP,3 SP AUTO 910kg
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN 910kg
TX5 Ghia Hatchback 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 910kg
GL Sedan 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN 910kg
GL Sedan 2.0L,ULP,3 SP AUTO 910kg
Ghia Sedan 2.2L,ULP,5 SP MAN 910kg
Ghia Sedan 2.2L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 910kg
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