Ford Fiesta
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| aka | Mazda 2 (shared platform) |
| Production | Mark One - 1976-1983 Mark Two - 1983-1989 Mark Three - 1989-1997 Mark Four - 1995-1999 Mark Five - 1999-2002 Mark Six - 2002-2007 Mark Seven - 2008-present |
| Class | Supermini |
| Body Style | Three- and five-door hatchback |
| Length | 145.35 in |
| Width | 65.12 in |
| Height | 54.33 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.99 in |
| Weight | Mark Six - 1520 kg |
| Current Transmissions | Five-speed Manual Four-speed Automatic |
| Current Engines | 1.25 litre Petrol inline-4 1.4 litre Petrol inline-4 1.6 litre Petrol inline-4 1.4 litre Diesel inline-4 1.6 litre Diesel inline-4 |
| Power | 60 & 80 PS @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm 91 PS @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm 115 PS @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm 68 PS @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm 90 PS @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | MINI Cooper Mitsubishi Colt Honda Jazz Peugeot 207 |
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The Ford Fiesta is a mid-class compact car designed by the Ford Motor Company in Europe, and also manufactured in Brazil, Mexico, China, India and South Africa. It is now marketed worldwide, including Japan and Australasia, but was only sold briefly in North America. It is one of Ford's most successful cars with over ten million sold in six distinct generations since 1976 and production continues as of 2007.
The European arm of the Ford Motor Company needed a compact, economical and reliable small car in the early Seventies to compete with stiff competition from Renault's 5 and Fiat's 127, but also to meet demands of consumers, who had suddenly become aware of how important fuel economy was in light of the 1973 oil crisis. The eventual product was launched in 1975, and was of modern, single-box design. It was one of Europe's first hatchback models - and one of the first front-wheel drive production cars. The Fiesta was an instant success, and continues to sell strongly over thirty years after its launch.
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Recent Changes
- For the 2009 Guangzhou Motor Show, Ford launched the Ford Fiesta Sedan. [1][2]
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- The 2008 London Motor Show hosted the debut of the ultra-frugal and eco-friendly Ford Fiesta ECOnetic. The car is based on the 1.6 litre Duratorq TDCi Fiesta Diesel variant, albeit calibrated, but features a longer final-drive-ratio of 3.055:1, the Fiesta Zetec S’s lower suspension and other aerodynamic styling measures. This means it turns an impressive fuel economy rating of 63.6 mpg (3.7lt /100km or 76.3 UK mpg) and emits only 98 g/km of CO2. [3]
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- At the 2008 Beijing Motor Show (aka Auto China), Ford debuted the higher-spec Fiesta S variant. It is scheduled to commence production at the end of the year as a 2009 model at the CFMA factory in Nanjing. [4]
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- Days before its initial debut at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, Ford unveiled the new Ford Fiesta on the automotive internet blogosphere. The new model is significant in that it now features styling derived from the extremely well-received Ford Verve Concept. It will also be the first Fiesta to be sold in the USDM-market since 1980 (a full 30 years), albeit not until 2010 along with the Asian, South African and Australian market. As it stands, the Fiesta will only be available in Europe for the first 2 years of its life. [5][6]
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- With the current Ford Fiesta nearing the end of its production, Ford unveiled a last hurrah 1500 unit limited edition model dubbed the Fiesta ‘Black Magic’. The car features a special ‘Panther Black’ metallic livery, black powder-coated 16in alloy, new front fog lights and front and rear bumpers, tinted glass, center console aluminum trim, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob, premium stereo system and electrically adjustable and heated mirrors and performance tires. Motivation will come from either a 70hp 1.2L unit or a 80hp 1.6 petrol engine.
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- For 2008, The Fiesta jumps into a new generation which will look similar to these official images:
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- For 2007, the Fiesta has been given a mild facelift. New light units have been designed, front and rear, along with new bumpers. The colour charts and options lists have been revamped, and new alloy wheel designs have been made available. Bluetooth technology, satellite navigation and voice control are now available. Inside, new trims and fabrics have been introduced, with a view to improving the perceived quality of the Fiesta.
The most recent addition to the model range is the Fiesta Zetec S 30th Anniversary Edition, which is limited to 400 cars. On top of the standard Zetec S, the Anniversary adds bright Radian Yellow paintwork, full leather seats and a chequered flag decal on the roof.
- For 2006, Ford introduced two new Fiesta models - the ST and Zetec S, both performance orientated. The ST tops off the Fiesta range, much as it does with its bigger brother, the Focus, and the Zetec S is designed to bring added performance to the masses, with cheap buying, running and insurance costs. Both benefit from extra body addenda over the standard Fiesta range, and unique alloy wheels and interior trim.
Styles and Major Options
The 2007 Ford Fiesta can be ordered in a number of trims. These are -
Studio
The Studio is the bottom of the Fiesta range, and as such is sparsely specified. 15-inch pressed steel wheels are hidden behind wheel trims, and the only equipment on the car are airbags, power steering and central locking. However, it does feature a socket into which an MP3 player can be plugged into.
Style
The Style builds upon the spartan specification of the Studio by adding body coloured bumpers, remote central locking, a CD player and Ford's 'Quickclear' heated windscreen. Powered mirrors are also standard equipment. The Style can be ordered with the 1.25 litre, 1.4 litre and 1.6 litre petrol engines, along with the 1.4 TDCi diesel.
The Style Climate adds air conditioning to the specification.
Silver
The Fiesta Silver is available as a three-door only, with only the two smallest petrol engines and the smallest diesel engine available to order. However, the Freedom is very well equipped for its price - alloy wheels, colour coordinated bumpers, electric mirrors, air conditioning, CD player and a Quickclear heated windscreen are all standard. The interior also gets a smattering of silver coloured plastic, for example, on the gearstick.
Freedom
The most recent addition to the Fiesta range, the Freedom claims to be the 'cleverest car in its class'. Ford claims this due to the presence of standard voice control for both the CD player and your mobile phone, which can be connected via the (standard) Bluetooth connection.
Externally, the Freedom gets the same alloy wheels as the Silver, but adds front foglights to the package, along with a small rear spoiler.
Zetec
Also known as the Zetec Climate in certain markets, the Zetec builds upon the specification list of the Style. All external components, including the mirrors, bumpers and side mouldings are coordinated to the body colour, and alloy wheels are again standard. A small rear spoiler is also present.
Inside, the silver highlights again make an appearance, along with a leather-covered steering wheel and gear stick. All engines (apart from the ST-specific high-tune 1.6 petrol) are available, and the Zetec is available in three and five-door formats.
Ghia
The Ghia is the luxury choice of the Fiesta range - admittedly, that's a bit of a paradox, but the Ghia does boast expansive levels of standard equipment.
Inside, leather seats, steering wheel and gear stick are present, along with a CD player, air conditioning, carpet mats, additional lighting and rain-sensing window wipers. The headlights are also responsive to changing light levels, turning on automatically.
Outside, trim-specific alloy wheels are fitted, and again everthing is coordinated to body colour. The Ghia is available in both three and five door formats, and can be ordered with the full range of engines (ST 2.0 excluded).
Zetec S
The Zetec S sits beneath the ST at the top of the Fiesta tree. A unique, 12-spoke 16-inch alloy wheel design is fitted, along with sports suspension and aggressive body styling. A short-shift kit is also standard.
Inside, front sports seats, featuring bigger bolsters, are standard.
The Zetec S comes with either the 1.6 petrol or 1.6 TDCi engines. The Zetec S is also the base for the 30th Anniversary Edition.
ST
Inspired by Ford's Fiesta rally car, the ST is the highest performing Fiesta on sale. Fitted with a 2.0 litre petrol engine, the car develops 150 bhp - enough to give it 'hot hatch' status.
To conform to the performance image, 17-inch alloy wheels are standard, along with a bodykit and Viper stripes. Inside, sports seats are also standard, along with ST-branded steering wheel and gear knob.
Pricing
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Fuel Economy
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47.1 mpg |
45.6 mpg |
43.5 mpg |
38.2 mpg |
62.8 mpg |
64.2 mpg |
Reliability
All Ford Fiestas are supplied with a three year/30,000 mile manufacturers warranty. This is the norm for the class.
The Fiesta has been rated average in consumer satisfaction surveys, but being a small Ford, it's relatively simple and easy to maintain. Parts costs are reasonably low - although at main franchised dealers, labour costs can be quite high. Faults reported by customers have included poor seals on the pollen filter, ECU and electrical glitches, heater problems and, in 1.4 TDCi models, broken fuel pipes.
Safety
The Ford Fiesta has been tested by EuroNCAP since the release of the Mark Four. The Mark Six was tested in 2002, upon its release, and scored a credible four star rating, out of a maximum five. The score breaks down into the following:
- Front Impact Test - 11 Points.
- Side Impact Test - 14 Points.
- Total - 25 Points, four from five stars.
- Pedestrian Protection - 14 Points, merits two star pedestrian rating.
The Mark Five model scored a three star occupant protection rating, and the Mark Four received another three star result.
The Mark Seven model has received 5 stars for adult occupant protection, 4 stars for child occupant protection and 3 stars for pedestrian protection from the Euro NCAP. [7]
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Colors
Brazilian Market
- Arctic White
- Camburi Ash (Pearl $1880,00)
- Ebony Black
- Milan Red (Pearl $1880,00)
- Red Harpooner
- Silver Cove (Metallic $788,00)
- Silver Riviera (Metallic $788,00)
UK Market
- Amethyst (Metallic £375.00)
- Apple (Metallic £375.00)
- Blazer Blue
- Colorado Red
- Frozen White
- Moondust Silver (Metallic £375.00)
- Ocean (Metallic £375.00)
- Panther Black (Metallic £375.00)
- Tango Red (Metallic £375.00)
Main Competitors
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Hybrid Models
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Unique Attributes
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Resale Values
The Fiesta holds its value quite well, especially the more desireable models such as the ST and Zetec S. However, being such a common car, large car dealers offer discounts upon new Fiestas readily, which can harm the residual value. Specification is key to residual value - especially colour. For example, a silver car holds more value than a bright yellow or white one. Options such as air conditioning, especially on older models, boost prices.
Criticisms
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Generations
The Ford Fiesta has been in production for nearly forty years, and in that time been produced over seven different generations.
Mark Seven (2008–present)
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Mark Six (2002–2007)
In 2002, the current generation Fiesta was unveiled. This marked the first time that Ford had taken a clean sheet to design its most enduring model - previous models still shared genetic links to the 1970s original. Brand new engines were announced, the petrol-powered examples coming from Ford's Duratec family, the diesels from the Duratorque family. Styling was heavily inspired by the larger Focus, with crisp lines to give a thoroughly modern look.
The range has stayed stagnant until early 2006, when a small facelift was executed. New bumpers, side skirts, body mouldings and light units, along with newer wheel designs completed the exterior, while the interior benefitted from newer plastics and fabrics to give a better air of quality. The facelift coincided with the release of the two highest performing Fiesta models - the Zetec S and ST.
Mark Five (1999–2002)
The Mark Four's sales had been flagging by the end of the 20th Century, and Ford decided to thoroughly update the car for the new millenium. The old oval grille and lights at the front were scrapped, replaced with more upright units carrying the family look. The bonnet and front bumper were also replaced to complete the modernisation.
Under the bonnet, engines remained fairly similar to its predecessor, however colour charts, options lists and interior fabrics were revamped. New wheel designs made their way onto the refreshed models, and Ford unveiled its first true performance Fiesta - the Zetec S. This was inspired by the Fiesta's success in British and European rallying championships, and was sold in exclusive Imperial Blue metallic,Silver,Black and Colorado Red. The Zetec S also featured a one off interior exclusive to the car with additions of half racing seats and the half blue steering wheel of the Racing Puma,a high output engine and exclusive bodywork.
Mark Four (1995-1999)
In 1995, Ford rocked the small car world with the new Fiesta. Gone were the dull looks and sluggish performance of the Mark Three - instead, the new Mark Four looked modern, and set the handling benchmark for its class. Despite retaining the same basic framework as its predecessor, the Mark Four featured completely revamped suspension and chassis components, and was treated to the mould-breaking 'Zetec' engines, both in 1.25 litre and 1.4 litre capacity. The interior was thoroughly changed, although was criticised for being cramped, especially in the rear.
The 1.3 litre petrol engine, and the 1.8 diesel, remained unmodified, and the five-speed manual and automatic gearboxes were retained also.
The Mark Four marked the beginning of Ford's short-lived collaboration with Mazda. A version of this Fiesta was also sold by Mazda, badged as the Mazda 121 in Europe and the Mazda Soho in South Africa, although this model was eventually dropped in the UK. In the US, Ford had already sold a Kia-built version of the Mazda 121 as the Ford Festiva, while restyled versions of Mazda's 323 and 626 were sold in Asia and Australasia as the Ford Laser and Ford Telstar.
Mark Three (1989-1997)
Launched early in 1989, the third generation Fiesta was a comprehensive reskin of the old car with an all-new body shell. This addressed one of the Fiesta's most serious shortcoming - the lack of a five-door derivative. Despite looking more modern than the Mark Two, under the skin most of the mechanicals were the same - the only changes were the addition of fuel injection to the XR2 and the re-naming of the 'Valencia' family of engines to 'HCS'. As a result, the standard car was an uninspiring and dull drive - but this didn't deter Europe's small car buyers, as the Mk3 Fiesta sold a million inside 2 years.
The Mark Three had two high peformance variants - the aforementioned XR2, and the lairy RS Turbo. The RS Turbo had a turbocharged version of the fuel-injected XR2 lump, giving the small Fiesta the ability to top 130 mph.
Mark Two (1983-1989)
The second generation Fiesta appeared towards the end of 1983. Essentially a mild facelift of the previous car, it featured a smooth Sierra-style nose, and an all-new interior. Mechanically there was little change, except for the substitution of the Escort's CVH engine for the Valencia motor in the 1.3 models, and the option of a five-speed gearbox. A 1.6 litre diesel engine was also offered. The XR2 made a comeback in 1984, equipped with the carburettor-fed 1.6 litre CVH engine that had previously seen service in the Escort XR3, while the S model made a re-appearance two years later when the 1.3 engine was replaced by the lean-burn 1.4.
The most bizarre feature of the Mk2 was that, throughout its entire production life, the fitment of an almost completely different dashboard was perpetuated on the lower-series trim levels compared to the more expensive variants, the sole common visible components (save for minor switchgear and lighter socket) being the fuse-box cover and fuel/water gauges.
Mark One (1976-1983)
Launched in 1976, the Ford Fiesta was the company's first mass-market front wheel drive car. The Mk1 Fiesta was intended to be a 'world car' - versions were sold on mainland Europe, in the UK but also in America, where it was marketed from 1978 to 1980. Mechanically, the Fiesta followed tradition, with an end-on four-speed transaxle mounted to a new version of the Ford Kent overhead valve engine dubbed "Valencia", named after the brand new Spanish factory developed especially to produce the new car. Ford's plants in Dagenham, England and Cologne, Germany were also used to manufacture Fiestas.
The Fiesta reached critical acclaim in the world press, and was a runaway success - one million examples had been produced by January 1979. The car was available with 950 cc, 1.1 and 1.3 petrol engines and in base, L, Ghia and S trim, as well as a van. A sporting derivative (1.3 Supersport) was offered in 1980, effectively to test the market for the similar XR2 introduced one year later, which featured a 1.6 litre version of the same engine. The XR2 quickly became a cult model despite having only 84 bhp.
Worldwide
The Fiesta has made an appearance in many markets around the globe - both under the Fiesta name and new tags coined to give the impression of a different car.
The first evidence of world domination was in 1978, when the car was sold in the USA, as a sub-compact car. Sales were not particularly fantastic, and the model was dropped from 1981. However, the Fiesta continued to be manufactured and sold throughout Europe.
The next experiment into other continental markets came in 1995, when a pick-up version of the Mk4 was produced and sold in Brazil as the Ford Courier. The same car was sold also in South Africa as the Ford Bantam. The Mk4 was also rebadged as a Mazda, and sold through Europe as the 121, and as the Soho in South Africa. 2000 marked Ford's collaboration with Indian car manufacturer Mahindra, to produce a four-door saloon version called the Ikon. It was also sold in developing markets such as Mexico, South Africa and China.
The Mark Six continued the sedan format for developing markets from 2004.
Design quirks and oddities
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Awards
- 2003 RACV Australia's Best Small Car
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External Links
- Ford Fiesta ST Performance Upgrade (UK)
- 2009 Ford Fiesta Fully Revealed Prior To Geneva Debut
- 2009 Ford Fiesta Promotional Video
- New Ford Fiesta ECOnetic: 63.6 MPG or 3.7 lt/100km!
- VIDEO: Ford Fiesta stars in some B-roll
- Cologne plant begins pumping out 2009 Ford Fiesta
- Next-generation Ford Ka stars in new Bond film
- 2008 IAA: Ford Fiesta Panel Van
- 2010 Ford Fiesta Sedan: First Official Photos
