Internally known as project 201X, Ford Australia revealed its last Falcon in August 2014. The series code, "FG X", was chosen following significant feedback from key enthusiasts. The new code, like the preceding FG, pays homage to the Fairmont Ghia nameplates of past generations. The X alludes to Falcon's most popular series, from the XK to the XF.
The FG X was officially launched in December 2014 and was offered in both sedan and utility body styles. The sedan was sold in eight variants. These included the Falcon, Falcon G6E, Falcon G6E Turbo, Falcon XR6, Falcon XR6 Turbo, Falcon XR6 Sprint, Falcon XR8, and Falcon XR8 Sprint. The XR8 nameplate returned after being absent from the Falcon range since June 2010. In this final iteration, the XR8 is based on a FPV drivetrain, which includes the locally developed "Miami" variant of the Coyote supercharged 5.0-litre V8 engine. This engine produces 335 kW (449 hp) and 570 N⋅m (420 lb⋅ft) of torque. All XR variants, with the exception of the XR6 Sprint, had the option of manual or automatic transmissions. The Falcon and G6E/G6ET were sold with a 6 speed automatic transmission only.
The utility range included the base Ute, XR6 and XR6 Turbo only. Each had the option of cab chassis or utility (style side box) bodies. The Falcon utility ended production on 29 July 2016. The G6, introduced with the FG series in 2008 to replace the Fairmont badge, was discontinued. Unlike past series, the XR8 sedan was not complemented by a utility version. This Falcon range is the first Australian-made vehicle to feature Wi-Fi connectivity and DAB+ radio. This is courtesy of its upgraded in-car entertainment and command system, marketed as "SYNC2". The system also features voice control and emergency call functionality.
The Ford Falcon FG X is available with several engines. These include a 2.0-litre inline-four turbocharged engine producing 180 kW (240 hp). A 4.0-litre inline-six engine produces 195 kW (261 hp). A 4.0-litre inline-six lpg (EcoLPI) engine produces 198 kW (266 hp). A 4.0-litre inline-six turbocharged engine produces 270 kW (360 hp) or 325 kW (436 hp) for the Sprint model. A 5.0-litre V8 supercharged engine produces 335 kW (449 hp) or 345 kW (463 hp) for the Sprint model.
Come October 2016, the Falcon will not be directly replaced by a similarly sized vehicle. This is due to Ford's "One Ford" product development plan introduced in 2008 to rationalise its global range. Instead, Ford Australia will offer the fourth-generation Mondeo from Europe and the sixth-generation Mustang. The latter is part of Ford's efforts to boost sales of the Mustang brand worldwide. It will also give Ford Australia a halo car to replace the Falcon XR and Falcon GT V8 range. The Ford Falcon was labeled as 'inextricably linked to Australian Heritage' by the former CEO of Ford Australia, Bob Graziano. Ford retired the Falcon name on 7 October 2016 after 56 years of production. This makes it one of the longest running nameplates in the history of Ford, alongside the Mustang and F-series.
Sales of the FG X Falcon (and the SZ II Territory) commenced in December 2014. Sales exceeded 700 monthly sales vehicles for the first time in March 2015. The FG X Falcon was produced from October 2014 until the end of Ford vehicle production in Australia in October 2016. During this time, it sold a little over 11,100 units. Including Utility sales made throughout the same duration, this would bring the tally to approximately 16,100. The six cylinder models were used briefly by police in Western Australia as a general policing vehicle.
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