What cars did Ford make in 1975?

In 1975, Ford’s U.S. passenger-car lineup included the Pinto, Maverick, Mustang II, the new Granada, Torino/Gran Torino, the Elite personal-luxury coupe, full-size LTD (and Custom 500) with Country Squire/LTD wagons, and the Thunderbird. Globally, Ford also sold the Escort Mk2, Cortina Mk3 (and Taunus in continental Europe), Capri II, Granada Mk1, plus region-specific models such as Australia’s Falcon XB and Latin America’s Corcel, Maverick, and Falcon. Below is a detailed breakdown of Ford-brand cars offered during the 1975 model year by region and model line.

United States and Canada (1975 model year, Ford brand)

Ford’s North American passenger-car range for 1975 straddled the subcompact-to-full-size spectrum and reflected the fuel-economy and emissions priorities of the era. The list below includes the model lines sold under the Ford brand (excluding trucks and vans), with common body styles noted.

• Pinto — Subcompact 2-door sedan, 3-door Runabout hatchback, and 3-door wagon (Squire woodgrain wagon available).
• Maverick — Compact 2-door and 4-door sedans (Mercury sibling: Comet).
• Mustang II — 2-door notchback and 3-door hatchback; trims included Ghia and Mach 1 (the V8 option returned for 1975).
• Granada (new for 1975) — Compact-luxury 2-door and 4-door sedans (Mercury sibling: Monarch).
• Torino/Gran Torino — Intermediate 2-door and 4-door models plus station wagons (broader line above the Granada).
• Elite — Intermediate personal-luxury 2-door coupe derived from Torino (positioned below Thunderbird).
• LTD and Custom 500 — Full-size 2-door, 4-door, and wagons; upscale LTD Brougham/Landau trims; wagons sold as LTD Wagon and Country Squire (woodgrain).
• Thunderbird — Full-size personal-luxury 2-door coupe.

These models covered everything from economy entries (Pinto, Maverick) to luxury coupes (Elite, Thunderbird) and full-size family cars (LTD/Country Squire). The 1975 model year also marked widespread adoption of catalytic converters and unleaded gasoline across the U.S. lineup, influencing powertrains and performance.

Europe (Ford of Europe)

In Europe, Ford’s 1975 offerings varied by market but centered on compact and mid-size cars with a mix of practical family models and sporty coupes. The Escort and Cortina/Taunus families anchored volume, while Granada and Capri occupied the executive and sporty niches.

• Escort Mk2 — New generation launched for 1975; offered as 2-door/4-door saloons and estates, with performance variants such as RS2000 in select markets.
• Cortina Mk3 (UK) / Taunus (TC) (continental Europe) — Mid-size saloon and estate; the Taunus was the Cortina’s German/continental counterpart.
• Capri II (Mk II) — 3-door hatchback coupe, the popular sporty model built in Germany and the UK.
• Granada Mk1 — Executive saloon, estate, and coupe; in the UK the “Consul” name for lower trims was phased out around 1975, consolidating the range under Granada.

Together, these models spanned practical transport (Escort, Cortina/Taunus) and upscale or sporty choices (Granada, Capri). The Fiesta had not yet launched; Ford’s supermini arrived the following year (1976).

Australia and New Zealand

Ford Australia in 1975 focused on rear-drive sedans, wagons, and coupes tailored to local tastes, with the Falcon family at the core. New Zealand assembled a subset of these models along with selected European designs.

• Falcon XB — Sedan, wagon, ute, and panel van; Fairmont was the upmarket trim, and V8s remained available.
• Fairlane ZG — Long-wheelbase sedan positioned above Falcon.
• LTD (P5) — Australian-built flagship luxury sedan.
• Landau — Low-volume personal-luxury 2-door coupe based on local platforms.
• Cortina (TC) — Mid-size saloon/estate built locally; Escort transitioned from Mk1 to Mk2 around 1975 in local assembly.

This lineup reflected Australia’s preference for robust, rear-drive cars with ample towing and highway capability, while also offering mid-size European-derived options.

Latin America (highlights)

Ford’s 1975 Latin American range combined locally built models and adaptations of U.S. or European designs, with notable differences between Brazil and Argentina.

• Brazil: Corcel (I) — Compact saloon and Belina wagon; a local mainstay with Renault origins from Ford’s earlier joint venture.
• Brazil: Maverick — Local production, including 4-cylinder and V8 variants.
• Brazil: Galaxie/Landau — Full-size luxury sedans at the top of the range.
• Argentina: Falcon — Long-running local staple, widely used by families, fleets, and taxis.
• Argentina: Taunus — Mid-size saloon/coupe produced locally, derived from the European Taunus/Cortina line.

These models illustrate how Ford tailored its 1975 lineup to local manufacturing and market demands, from compact family cars to large, prestige sedans.

Model-year context

Automakers typically launch “model year” vehicles in the months before the calendar year begins. When we say “1975,” we are referring to Ford’s 1975 model year offerings, which were largely on sale from late 1974 through much of 1975, with some mid-year introductions and running changes.

Summary

Ford’s 1975 cars ranged from economical subcompacts (Pinto) and compacts (Maverick, Mustang II, Granada) to intermediates (Torino, Elite) and full-size lines (LTD/Custom 500, Country Squire) plus the upscale Thunderbird in North America. In Europe, the Escort Mk2, Cortina/Taunus, Capri II, and Granada Mk1 dominated, while Australia featured the Falcon XB family alongside Fairlane, LTD, and Landau. Latin America offered region-specific mainstays like Brazil’s Corcel and Maverick and Argentina’s Falcon and Taunus, reflecting a diverse, global Ford portfolio in 1975.

What vehicles did Ford make in 1975?

Explore 1975 Ford Models

• 1975 Bronco.
• 1975 Courier.
• 1975 Custom 500.
• 1975 E100.
• 1975 E150.
• 1975 E250.
• 1975 E350.
• 1975 Elite.

What were the Ford models in the 1970s?

Ford produced a wide range of models in 1970, including popular passenger cars like the Mustang, Maverick, Torino, Thunderbird, and Fairlane. The company also offered trucks and SUVs such as the Bronco, F-Series (including the F100), and Econoline vans. Several models were available in different body styles and trim levels, such as the Mustang Mach 1, Torino Cobra, and various Ranchero and LTD configurations. 
Here is a breakdown of some key 1970 Ford models:
Cars & Coupes

• Mustang: The iconic pony car was offered in various trims, including the performance-oriented Mach 1. 
• Torino: A popular mid-size car available as a coupe, and in performance versions like the Cobra GT. 
• Maverick: A new compact car introduced in 1970. 
• Fairlane: A sedan and coupe model, often featuring the 500 trim. 
• Falcon: Another compact car offered in different versions. 
• Thunderbird: A luxury car known for its styling. 
• Custom: A line of full-size sedans and coupes. 
• Custom 500: A version of the full-size Custom line. 
• Galaxie 500: Another full-size sedan offering. 
• LTD: A line of full-size luxury cars, including the LTD Brougham and Country Squire wagons. 

Trucks & Vans

• Bronco: The first-generation Bronco was introduced for 1970, available as a wagon or pickup. 
• F-Series: Ford’s full-size truck line, including models like the F100. 
• Ranchero: A unique “muscle car” pickup available in various trim levels. 
• Econoline: Ford’s lineup of vans, including the E100, E200, and E300 models. 

What was a popular car in 1975?

I can share with you the 80 best-selling American passenger cars for that year: the Oldsmobile Cutlass is up 8 spots and 20% to grab the pole position with 324,610 sales, followed by the Ford Granada at #2 for its first full year of sales in the country at 291,140 units.

What cars did Ford make in 1976?

In 1976, Ford’s lineup in North America included passenger cars such as the Pinto, Mustang II, Maverick, Granada, Torino, Elite, LTD, and Thunderbird, alongside commercial vehicles like the Courier, Econoline E-Series vans (E100, E150, E250), F-Series trucks (F100, F150, F250, F350), and Ranchero. The iconic Bronco also featured in the 1976 lineup. 
Ford Passenger Cars & Personal Luxury Models

• Pinto: A subcompact car produced for the North American market. 
• Mustang II: The second generation Mustang, offered with different trim levels, including the Mach 1 and Ghia. 
• Maverick: A compact car. 
• Granada: A luxury compact car, sold as the “America’s success car,” offering standard-size interior comfort in a smaller, more fuel-efficient package. 
• Torino: A mid-size car that also served as a base for NASCAR entrants. 
• Elite: A personal luxury coupe, a downsized model that replaced the luxury Thunderbird in 1977, and was based on the Torino. 
• LTD: A large, upscale car available in various trim levels, including the Brougham and Landau. 
• Thunderbird: A full-size personal luxury car. 

Ford Trucks & Vans 

• Bronco: A classic off-road SUV.
• Courier: A compact pickup truck.
• Econoline (E100, E150, E250): Ford’s line of vans.
• F-Series (F100, F150, F250, F350): Ford’s popular line of pickup trucks.
• Ranchero: Ford’s personal-luxury coupe-like utility vehicle.