Ford Cougar facts for kids
The Ford Cougar was a cool sports car made by the Ford Motor Company. It was designed to look sleek and sporty, like a coupé. This car was sold in Europe from 1998 to 2002. In the United States, it was known by a different name: the Mercury Cougar.
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What Was the Ford Cougar?
The Ford Cougar was a type of car called a "sport compact." This means it was a smaller car that still had a sporty feel and look. It was also a "coupé," which is a car with two doors and a sloped roofline, often designed for a more exciting driving experience.
Designed for Europe
Even though Ford is an American company, the Cougar was mainly designed for people in Europe. It replaced an older Ford car called the Probe. The Cougar was built to be fun to drive and to look modern. It had a special design style that Ford used on many of its cars around that time.
Engines and Performance
The Ford Cougar came with different engines. Most models had a 2.0-liter engine, which was good for everyday driving. There was also a more powerful 2.5-liter V6 engine for those who wanted more speed. Both engines were paired with either a manual or an automatic gearbox. The car used "front-wheel-drive," meaning the engine powered the front wheels.
Why Was It Made?
Ford wanted to offer a stylish and affordable sports car. The Cougar was meant to attract younger drivers or anyone who wanted a car that stood out. It was known for being comfortable and having good handling, which means it was easy to steer and felt stable on the road.
Special Features
The Cougar had a hatchback design. This means the back window and trunk lid opened as one big piece. This made it easier to load larger items into the back of the car. It also had a sporty interior with comfortable seats and a dashboard designed for the driver.
Where Was It Sold?
The Ford Cougar was sold in many European countries. It was also sold in Australia and New Zealand. In North America, the same car was sold as the Mercury Cougar. Mercury was another car brand owned by Ford at the time. The Mercury version was very similar but had a few small differences in its look.
End of Production
The Ford Cougar was made for about four years, from 1998 to 2002. After 2002, Ford decided to stop making the Cougar. It was a unique car for its time and is still remembered by many car fans today.
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Ford Cougar - rear view
See also
In Spanish: Ford Cougar (Europa) para niños
