Ford's Fiesta is new automatic choice

Jun 15 2009 Steve Hughes

FORD has introduced a new automatic option for its latest Fiesta models, which about ten per cent of all Fiesta customers will choose.

The new Durashift transmission system is mated to the 1.4-litre 95bhp petrol engine and because the latest Fiesta is 40kg lighter than the model it replaced, performance and economy are affected very little.

Nonetheless, the 0-60mph acceleration time is a leisurely 14 seconds whilst economy is 43mpg and the CO2 rating is 154g/km.

Ford says that the new 1.4-litre automatic completes the Fiesta line-up and is offered with a choice of Style+, Zetec and Titanium trim and equipment levels.

Prices start at £13,195 for the Fiesta 1.4 automatic Style+.