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'{{more citations needed|date=May 2012}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Ford Courier | image = Ford Courier Dimasur.JPG | caption = The most recent model in the Ford Courier series, developed by [[Ford Brazil]] and introduced in 1998 | production = 1952–1960<br/>1971–2013<br/>2021– | manufacturer = [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] | successor = [[Ford Transit Courier]] (Europe)<br />[[Ford Transit Connect]] (Europe)<br />[[Ford Ranger (North America)|Ford Ranger]]<br />[[Ford Ranger (T6)]] (Europe and Brazil) }} The '''Ford Courier''' name has been used on a variety of [[automobiles]] produced by [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] between 1952 to 2013. __TOC__ {{clear}} == Sedan delivery (1952–1960) == [[File:1952 Ford Courier Delivery (8401366636).jpg|thumb|left|1952 Ford Courier]] [[File:1956 Courier.jpg|thumb|left|1956 Ford Courier sedan delivery]] The 1952 to 1960 Ford Couriers were [[sedan delivery]] variants of Ford's US mainstream passenger vehicle range of those model years. Its model code was 78A through to 1958. It had a [[front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout]]. Access to the rear storage area was through a unique door hinged on the side. For 1957 and 1958, the rear access door was a combination of the lift gate and tailgate being connected with two connecting struts. This design meant that the rear-door back glass had to be divided into three sections, two outer curved portions and a center piece. It was identical to the [[Ford Parklane]] and later the [[Ford Del Rio]] wagons without side glass installed. In 1959, all Couriers took on the windowed body style very similar to the [[Ford Ranch Wagon|Tudor Ranch Wagons]] and the model code was redesignated as 59E. The last year for the passenger car-based Courier was 1960, when it would remain a commercial wagon. {{Clear}} The Courier was continued into the 1961 model year and is cataloged in the 60/64 FORD MPC. 60/61 2DR Commercial Ranch Wagon (Courier) (Body Type Code 59E) <ref>1960-1964 FORD Master Parts Catalog</ref> == Mazda-based models == === First generation (1972–1976) === {{Main|Mazda B-Series#Second generation (1965–1977)}} [[File:1972 Ford Courier, front right.jpg|thumb|1972 Ford Courier]] [[File:1975 Ford Courier, right rear.jpg|thumb|left|1975 Ford Courier]] In the early 1970s, the Ford Courier name was applied to the [[Mazda B-Series#Second generation (1965–1977)|Mazda B-Series]], a compact pickup manufactured by Mazda. It had greater fuel economy than the full-sized pickups of the time. The Courier was manufactured by Toyo Kogyo (Mazda) and imported{{where?|date=February 2019}} and sold by Ford Motor Company as a response to the unforeseen popularity of the small [[Toyota Hilux|Toyota]] and [[Datsun Truck|Nissan/Datsun]] Pickups. It occupied the market segment previously held by the Ford Falcon-based [[Ford Ranchero#1960–1965 Falcon Ranchero|Ranchero]] when that platform was upgraded to the larger [[Ford Fairlane (Americas)|Ford Fairlane]] in 1966. Like the other minipickups of the time, it featured a sub-2-liter, four-cylinder engine, a four-speed [[manual transmission]], [[rear-wheel drive]], an impressive load capability of 1,400&nbsp;lb (635&nbsp;kg) considering its size, and a fairly small price tag compared to full-sized pickups of the time. To circumvent the 25% "[[chicken tax]]" on light trucks, Couriers (as with [[Chevrolet LUV]]s) were imported in "cab chassis" configurations, which included the entire light truck - less the cargo box or truck bed - and were only subject to a 4% tariff. Subsequently, a truck bed was attached to the chassis and the vehicle could be sold as a light truck. The body styling was effectively that of the related Mazda B-series; however, its front styling was unique in that the grille was designed to emulate the larger Ford F-series, and large single headlights instead of the B-series' smaller twin units. When the Courier was introduced, it came standard with a 1.8-liter overhead-cam engine, which produced 74&nbsp;hp (55&nbsp;kW) at 5,070 rpm, and 92&nbsp;lb-ft (125 N·m) at 3,500 rpm. A four-speed manual transmission was standard, and a three-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] was optional. A five-speed manual option was introduced for the 1976 model year. The Courier's badging changed a few times in the first generation. In 1972 and 1973, the tailgate read "COURIER" in large raised letters, with a small "FORD" badge on the upper left. The '72 model has a small "COURIER" badge on the front driver's side edge of the hood, and from '73 through '76, the hood badging read "FORD". From the 1974 model year, the tailgate read "FORD" in large letters, with a small "COURIER" badge on the lower right. In 1976, the cab was lengthened by 3&nbsp;in (76&nbsp;mm), and the grille received added trim.<ref>{{cite web| first = Zeke | last = Yewdall | url = http://www.darkforestcreature.com/Courier/Information.html |title = Courier Information from Courier Collector | publisher = Darkforestcreature.com |date= |accessdate=2012-10-17}}</ref> {{clear}} === Second generation (1977–1985) === [[File:1979 Ford Courier pickup.jpg|thumb|right|1979 Ford Courier]] [[File:1985 Ford Courier (21642513989).jpg|thumb|left|1985 Ford Courier]] Beginning in 1977, Ford gave the Courier a fresh look, moving into the more blocky, angular styling that is distinct of 1980s automotive design. In 1979, the base model engine was increased in size to 2.0 liter (120.1 cid). The truck was available with front disc brakes, and a [[Ford Pinto engine|Ford-built 2.3-liter engine]] option (which was the same as that of the Ford Pinto & Mustang II and Mercury Bobcat & Capri). The key identifying feature of the Courier from the Mazda B-Series was still the singular headlights, although with park and indicator lights placed in the grille starting in '78 ('77s still had the turn signal lights in the bumper). In 1979, the base model was increased in size to 2.0 liter (120.1 CID). The optional Ford 2.3-liter (140 cid) engine was produced in Brazil. The Courier was never available with a diesel engine in the US. However, the 1980 Mazda B2200 was available with the S2, a Perkins-built 4.135 (four-cylinder, 135-cid) 2.2-liter diesel engine, producing 66&nbsp;hp (49&nbsp;kW) at 2,100 rpm. This same diesel engine was available in the 1983 and 1984 Ford Rangers, but it was replaced by the [[Mitsubishi Astron engine#Turbo .28TD04 wastegated turbo.29|Mitsubishi 4D55T]] 2.3-liter turbodiesel (also used in [[Mitsubishi Triton|Mitsubishi's own Mighty Max and the Dodge Ram 50]]) for the 1985 to 1987 Ford Rangers. The Courier continued to be sold in North America until 1982 model year. For 1983, Ford introduced its own Ford Ranger to fill its compact truck segment in the United States and Canada, effectively replacing the Courier. However, in other markets (such as Australia), this generation of Couriers continued on until the 1985 model year, when the next generation was introduced. Australian models received a facelift around 1982/1983. Between 1979 and 1982, a number of electric Ford Couriers were produced – Jet Industries purchased "vehicle gliders" (Ford Courier bodies minus their engines), and put in a series DC motor and lead-acid batteries, to produce the Jet Industries ElectraVan 750. These were sold mainly for use as service trucks, generally to local government departments. They had a top speed of about 70&nbsp;mph (113&nbsp;km/h), and would go 50 to 60 miles (97&nbsp;km) on a full charge. A number of these vehicles still exist, usually with upgraded motor control systems and higher-voltage battery packs.<!-- [8] --> {{clear}} === Third generation (1985–1998) === [[File:1990 Ford Courier (PC) 2WD 4-door utility (2015-07-03).jpg|thumb|right|1990 Ford Courier]] [[File:1995 Ford Courier (PC) XL 2WD 4-door utility (2015-07-03) 02.jpg|thumb|left|1995 Ford Courier]] Coinciding with the 1985 redesign of the Mazda of the Proceed/B-Series, the Courier was given a larger, more modern cab. New options included five-speed manual transmissions, four-wheel drive, and a V6 engine. For the first time, extended and four-door cabs were available. In a similar fashion to the North American Ford Ranger becoming the donor platform for the Ford Explorer SUV, a sport utility would be based upon this version of the Courier. Branded the Ford Raider (and equivalent Mazda Proceed Marvie), it was sold from 1991 to 1997. {{clear}} CHUR === Fourth generation (1998–2007) === [[File:2000 Ford Courier (PE) GL 4-door utility (2015-07-03) 01.jpg|thumb|right|2000 Ford Courier]] [[File:2000 Ford Courier (PE) GL 4-door utility (2015-07-03) 02.jpg|thumb|left|2000 Ford Courier]] In 1998, a new generation of the Courier pickups was released following a redesign of the Mazda B-Series. Unlike the previous generation, the Courier nameplate was sold primarily in Australia and New Zealand. In other markets, the Courier nameplate was phased out in favor of Ranger for all compact trucks, both Mazda-produced and Ford-produced. In 2003, Ford released the [[Ford Everest]] midsized SUV based on the Courier/Ranger for the Asia and Central American markets. {{clear}} fuck yea 420 cuh =={{anchor|Fiesta}} Fiesta-based models == === Europe (1991–2002) === [[File:2000 Ford Courier.jpg|thumb|right|Ford Courier van (Europe)]] [[File:Ford Courier Van.JPG|thumb|left|Ford Courier van rear (Europe)]] [[File:Ford Courier Combi 1996-1999, front left.jpg|thumb|Ford Courier Combi (Europe)]] A Ford Courier Van based on the [[Ford Fiesta]] was launched in [[Europe]] in mid-1991. Initially based on the Mark III Fiesta platform but with a longer wheelbase and Renault-derived torsion bar rear suspension, it was also produced in the 1995 Mark IV version. It had a [[front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout]]. There was also a glazed version with a rear seat fitted, this model was sold as the Courier Combi. Production ended in August 2002. It was replaced in September 2002 by the [[Ford Transit Connect]]. However, a minivan based on the Fiesta bearing the Transit Courier/Tourneo courier name was revealed in Yeniköy Turkey, in 2013 under Ford Otosan (Koc-Ford Motor Company Joint Venture). === Brazil (1998–2013) === [[File:Courier wikipedia.jpg|thumb|left|2000–2010 Ford Courier pickup (Brazil)]] The name was also applied to a small [[coupe utility]] of similar layout produced by [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] in [[Brazil]] and exported to countries such as [[Mexico]].<ref>[http://www.ford.com.mx/vehicles/homevehicle.asp?idModel=COU Ford Courier page at www.ford.com.mx] {{webarchive |url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090307113151/http://www.ford.com.mx/vehicles/homevehicle.asp?idModel=COU |date=March 7, 2009 }}</ref> It is based on the 1998 model of the [[Ford Fiesta]]. While its front treatment is the same as the South African-built Fiesta-based [[Ford Bantam]] "[[bakkie]]" coupe utility, it has a completely different load box. The South African version had the short doors of the five-door hatchback and small quarter lights in the style of larger [[extended cab]] pickups, and the Brazilian version had the three-door's longer doors and no quarter windows. Its load capacity is {{convert|700|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}. Until 1999, the Courier used the [[Endura-D|Endura]] 1.3-liter engine and the [[Zetec-SE]] 1.4-l 16v engine. The Mk IV 1.4 16v [[Zetec-SE]] has a top speed of {{convert|170|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} and can accelerate from {{convert|0|-|100|km/h|mph|abbr=on}} in 12 seconds. Since 2000, both engines were replaced by the [[Zetec Rocam]] 1.6-liter. The Mk V 1.6 model has top speed of {{convert|180|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}} and can accelerate from 0–100&nbsp;km/h in 10 seconds. Its dimensions are {{convert|2830|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} wheelbase, {{convert|4457|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} length, {{convert|1793|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} width and {{convert|1477|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} height. From 2013, the plant in São Bernardo do Campo in Brazil has suspended the manufacturing model for ordinary consumers and business, but [[Ford Motor Company|Ford]] has not confirmed that the model was taken from line definitely. Despite Ford not confirming that the Courier was taken from line definitely, the Courier had seemed to ended production and was possibly replaced by the [[Ford Ranger (T6)]]. In Mexico, it stopped being sold after 2010. {{clear}} == Focus-based model (2021–) == In January 2019, Ford confirmed that a compact, less expensive pickup truck below the [[Ford Ranger]] is in development, set to be released in 2021 as a 2022 model. Ford has previously filed a trademark application for the name "Courier" back in August 2018.<ref>{{cite web |last1=McGlaun |first1=Shane |title=Ford Courier, A Truck Below The Ford Ranger, Confirmed |url=http://fordauthority.com/2019/01/ford-courier-rumors-grow-smaller-ford-truck-slotting-ranger-confirmed/ |website=Ford Authority |accessdate=6 March 2019 |date=24 January 2019}}</ref> The new Courier will reportedly be based off the next-generation [[Ford Focus|Focus]] platform and feature a unibody design.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Martinez |first1=Michael |title=Ford's Farley confirms compact pickup, battery-electric F series |url=https://www.autonews.com/cars-concepts/fords-farley-confirms-compact-pickup-battery-electric-f-series |website=Automotive News |accessdate=6 March 2019 |language=en |date=22 January 2019}}</ref> == References == {{Reflist}} == External links == {{Commons category}} {{Official website|URL=https://web.archive.org/web/20130122075534/http://www.ford.com.br/showroom.asp?veiculo=10|}} Ford Courier official website at Ford Brazil (archived) {{Early Ford trucks}} {{Modern North American Ford trucks}} {{Modern European Ford vehicles}} {{Ford Motor Company vehicles}} [[Category:Ford vehicles|Courier]] [[Category:Pickup trucks]] [[Category:Vehicles introduced in 1952]] [[de:Ford Courier]]'