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Ford Laser 1st Gen

1999 – 2004 — USA

The Ford Laser is a compact car that was originally a subcompact car in the first three generations. It was sold by Ford in Asia, Oceania, and parts of South America and Africa. The car has traditionally been available as a sedan or hatchback, with convertible, wagon, and pick-up versions also being sold in various markets. In Australia, the sedan and briefly station wagon versions were sold under the Ford Meteor badge from 1981 to 1987. The Ford Meteor name was also utilized in South Africa. The Ford Laser was essentially a rebranded version of the Familia/323 models manufactured by Mazda in Japan starting from 1980. This allowed Ford to enter the compact car market and cater to customers seeking a reliable and affordable vehicle. Key points: - The Ford Laser is a compact car that was marketed by Ford in various regions including Asia, Oceania, South America, and Africa. - It was originally a subcompact car in the first three generations before transitioning to the compact segment. - The car was primarily available as a sedan or hatchback but additional variants like convertibles, wagons, and pick-ups were offered in different markets. - In Australia, the sedan and station wagon versions were known as the Ford Meteor for a brief period. - The Ford Laser was based on the successful Familia/323 models produced by Mazda in Japan, giving customers access to a reliable and economical vehicle option.