Ford Fiesta

Getting behind the wheel of the new 2011 Ford Fiesta SE Hatchback will ignite the joy of driving in you that has been lying dormant since you first received your license. This flood of memories willhave you wanting to drive everywhere–even around the block for a joy ride!

Experience the Fiesta’s snazzy futuristic feel from the moment you unlock the car doors–the car’s Passive Entry/Passive Start (PEPS) system
allows the car doors or trunk release to be activated without your keys, simply by touching a sensor which can detect the tiny remote in your purse or pocket. No more fumbling for your keys while juggling groceries. Get the motor running with the push of a button–put your foot on the brake, press start and hear the engine come to life.

We loved cruising around town in the Lime Squeeze Metallic hatchback (also available in other trendy colours such as Bright Magenta Metallic, Blue Flame Metallic and Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat). The punchy exterior colour options ensure that your ride will stand out on the road. With its sporty 120 horsepower engine, driving in the Fiesta was quite the ride. The manual transmission shifts smoothly and quickly, going from 0 to 60 seconds in 9.5 seconds. With super-efficient fuel economy, you’ll get where you need to go fast without using a lot of fuel. The Fiesta also features standard Macpherson strut front end and twist beam rear suspensions, resulting in European handling and driving dynamics.

We loved the Fiesta’s stylish interior and sleek cell-phone-inspired instrument panel. With its sleek, techie feel, the interior would not be out of place in a Transformers movie. With its available Ford SYNC voice-activated communications and entertainment system, we were able to answer phone calls and have text messages read to us with the push of a button on the steering wheel. Set the right mood with your choice of seven different colours of ambient lighting. Passengers will also appreciate the comfortable seating. The seats not only look great, they’re eco-friendly as well–the cloth inserts are made from 25 per cent postindustrial yarns.

Overall, the trendy Ford Fiesta was a hit around the office–we loved its stylish interior and exterior details, the smooth handling and steering and comfortable seating. With its reasonable pricing, the Fiesta is sure to be a hit in the new car market. It’s worth checking out the 2011 Ford Fiesta for its attention to detail and value. Take it out for a test drive–you won’t regret it.

Features

Engine: 1.6 L Twin Independent Variable Cam Timing (Ti-VCT) Duratec I-4 engine
Power: 120 @ 6,350 rpm
Torque: 112 @ 5,000 rpm
Transmission: 5 speed manual, 6 speed automatic with auto shift
Brakes: Four-wheel ABS
Fuel Economy: 6.8L/100km city 4.9L/100km hwy 10.4/100 km combined
Price: sedan starts at $12,999; hatchback starts at $16,799
Warranty: 3 year / 60,000 km