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Official: 2009 Ford Fiesta

July 14th 2008 06:05
2009 Ford Fiesta


The European arm of Ford has released first details on its stylish new Fiesta today - a small hatchback that will go head-to-head in a competitive segment with the likes of the Honda Jazz, Mazda2 and Toyota Yaris.

Available in both three- and five- door variants, the new Fiesta has taken a leaf out of the Mazda2 design philosophy by shedding some 40kg from the kerb weight of its predecessor and will be launched with a choice of two engines including a 'sporty' 1.6-litre Duratec Ti-VCT petrol engine in the Zetec S model which develops 88 kW while returning an economical 5.9L/100km.


2009 Ford Fiesta


The new Fiesta features a specially-tuned Electric Power Assist Steering setup offering fantastic low speed maneuverability and ease of use, while gaining in feedback at higher speeds.

Safer and stronger than its predecessor, the new Fiesta boasts an Intelligent Protection System which includes standard knee bags and side airbags to protect the head, plus a 10 percent stiffer torsional rigidity.


2009 Ford Fiesta interior


The European line-up comprises of six models - Studio, Style, Style Plus, Zetec, Zetec S and Titanium - with varying equipment levels which includes EasyFuel capless refuelling, keyless entry and a ‘Ford Power’ start button.


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2009 Ford Focus XR5 Turbo

June 23rd 2008 00:15
Ford Focus XR5 Turbo


Ford Australia has released details of the updated XR5 Turbo complete with an exterior and interior makeover to make the German engineered and built Focus even more appealing.

The facelifted XR5 Turbo features an aggressively restyled front bumper incorporating fog lamps, redesigned headlights and LED taillights, a rear diffuser and spoiler. The makeover extends to the interior where a set of body hugging Recaro front bucket sports seats awaits the driver and front passenger. There is also an unique sports instrumentation cluster with boost gauge, a new engine start button, and various in-car entertainment functions such as a Bluetooth handsfree phone kit and voice control system as standard.

Ford Focus XR5 Turbo


The XR5 Turbo retains the 2.5-litre Duratec turbocharged engine that delivers 166 kW of power and 320 Nm of torque with unique sports suspension and larger rear disc brakes to harness the performance capabilities of the Focus.

Safety features such as side curtain airbags and Dynamic Stability Control is standard.

Ford Focus XR5 Turbo interior


The XR5 Turbo is available in a palate of seven colours: the electric Orange metallic hero colour, Colorado Red, Frozen White, Moondust Silver, Panther Black, Performance Blue and Sea Grey.

Prices start at $36,990 plus on roads.


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Geneva Motor Show preview: Ford Kuga

February 15th 2008 05:50
Ford Kuga


Ford's European Design team has applied its exciting 'kinetic design' form language to introduce a compact and distinctive new 4x4 crossover called Kuga to the Ford portfolio


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