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Ford Fiesta VI (Mk6, facelift 2005) 3 door 1.4 Duratec (80 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Fiesta:
The Ford Fiesta is a supermini car that was marketed by Ford from 1976 to 2023 over seven generations. Over the years, the Fiesta has mainly been developed and manufactured by Ford's European operations, and had been positioned below the Escort.
Ford sold over 15 million Fiestas from 1976 to July 2011, making it one of the best-selling Ford nameplates behind the Escort and the F-Series. It has been manufactured in the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, Taiwan, China, India, Thailand, and South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI (Mk6, facelift 2005) 3 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (VI (Mk6, facelift 2005) 3 door). With 124 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1027 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.2 s). The top speed reaches 166 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 Duratec (80 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sufficient for urban environments, but can feel strained on motorways or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a petrol engine, balancing daily usability with reasonable running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Wide range of efficient and reliable engines
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Strong value for money on the used market
- • Good build quality and durability
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap
- • Durashift EST automatic gearbox can be clunky
- • Base engines can feel underpowered on highways
- • Rear legroom is limited for taller passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (Mk6) 3 door: 2002 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | VI (Mk6, facelift 2005) 3 door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 Duratec (80 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2008 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 80 Hp @ 5700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.6 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 124 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FXJA More details about the engine FXJA |
| Engine displacement: | 1388 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.8 kg/Hp, 77.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1027 |
| Max. weight: | 1520 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 493 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 945 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 268 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 900 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3918 mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 1685 mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1468 mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2486 mm [1mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1907 mm |
| Front track: | 1464-1477 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1434-1444 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/50 R 15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Elastic beam |
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