Fiesta comes with a contemporary automotive design that perfectly blends style along with solidity.
Exterior
The front fascia of new fiesta is completely changed now. The new grille is placed lower and is shorter along with huge trapezoidal air dams and black inserts which give the front a very aggressive look. The new twin-pod headlamps with a circular arc kink look great. The new round fog lamps are placed high up in the bumper, right below the headlights further enhancing the frontal look. The new front-fascia on the Sxi with the chrome façade and dramatic crystal barrel headlamps is visually strong and expressive and elevates Fiesta's on-road presence.
Interior
The interiors have been revamped too with a new instrument cluster and the top of the line S model gets soft leather seats and mahogany wood central console as standard. Fiesta has more spacious interiors than ikon and has a taller body shape. Head and legroom in front are comfortable and so is the sitting at the back sheets. The Sxi variants comes with all beige interiors with brushed aluminium finish on the gear knob and steering wheel. Additionally, the entry and exit is more convenient in the front. Ford India has raised the competitive bar with the new look and stylish Fiesta SXI which brings added sophistication to the luxurious car.
Engine
The New Fiesta comes with the choice between Ford India's Duratec and Duratorq engines.The range includes three petrol variants - 1.6 EXI, 1.6 ZXI and 1.6 SXI - and three turbodiesel variants - 1.4 EXI, 1.4 ZXI and 1.4 SXI. Fiesta is also available in a sporty model named Duratec S.
The 1596cc Duratec petrol engine develops maximum power of 101bhp at 6500rpm with maximum torque of 14.6kgm at 3400rpm. It reaches 100km in only 11.43 seconds. The 1400cc Duratorq turbo diesel engine develops maximum power of 68bhp at 4000rpm with maximum torque of 16kgm at 2000rpm.
The independent McPherson struts up front and semi-independent twist beam at the rear do justice to the car's ride and handling.
Safety
Safety has been given a thorough once over with the top end SXI's having twin-front air bags, ABS & EBD. Structurally engineered to withstand severe collisions, the Fiesta's crash worthless is verfied with over 400 virtual crash simulations. Optimized steel strength in critical areas along with structural reinforcements ensures passengers and the driver are safe even in the unfortunate event of a collision from any side of the car. The reinforcement actually covers passenger from frontal, side and rear collisions. Moreover, features like anti submarine seats, fuel cut off in case of a collision & seatbelts that tighten when the car senses a collision, all contribute in keeping the passengers safe in any condition.
Verdict
Ford India's premium midsize sedan - the Fiesta offers exceptional driving comfort and is highly stable on Indian roads soaking in bumps and potholes effortlessly. Fiesta has an intrinsic appeal and offers a high degree of comfort to its occupants. Plush roomy interiors, sporty exteriors and top-notch safety features characterize this sedan and set it apart from other vehicles in its class.
