1993 Ford KH Laser GL Saloon
Australia.
Ford acquired a 25% stake in Mazda in 1979. The Mazda based Ford Laser replaced the Escort in Australia and New Zealand in 1981. The Laser was built in Japan, Australia and New Zealand .
In Australia, the third generation was the 1990-91 KF series and 1991-94 KH facelift (the last Laser produced in Australia), the new liftback version was an instant success. Again, a DOHC turbo model with full-time 4WD was offered.
In New Zealand, assembly continued on until 1996, sold only in five-door hatchback, as either the Laser Encore or Laser Esprit, (a cheaper alternative to the newer KJ Laser imported from Japan). Both featured red pinstriping and many received dealer-fit accessories such as alloy wheels to boost appeal.
Engines; Mazda 1300, 1600 and 1800cc 4 cyl
1993 Ford KH Laser GL Saloon
Australia.
Ford acquired a 25% stake in Mazda in 1979. The Mazda based Ford Laser replaced the Escort in Australia and New Zealand in 1981. The Laser was built in Japan, Australia and New Zealand .
In Australia, the third generation was the 1990-91 KF series and 1991-94 KH facelift (the last Laser produced in Australia), the new liftback version was an instant success. Again, a DOHC turbo model with full-time 4WD was offered.
In New Zealand, assembly continued on until 1996, sold only in five-door hatchback, as either the Laser Encore or Laser Esprit, (a cheaper alternative to the newer KJ Laser imported from Japan). Both featured red pinstriping and many received dealer-fit accessories such as alloy wheels to boost appeal.
Engines; Mazda 1300, 1600 and 1800cc 4 cyl