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10 things we learned about the Ford Fiesta this week

Date: 15 July 2016   |   Author: Alisdair Suttie

Category: Supermini
Key rival: Vauxhall Corsa
Model tested: 1.0 EcoBoost 5dr White Edition
Price as tested: £15,920

We're big fans of the Ford Fiesta, so does the White Edition add to the appeal, wonders Al Suttie.

1 - So what's all this white malarkey? Well, it's one of Ford's marketing wheezes for the Fiesta that offers more kit for less cash.

2 - With the White, you get alloys with - and try to sound surprised here - white inserts. There are also white door and steering wheel plastics.

3 - The last of the white-ness is the stitching on the seats, and overall it's a subtle approach.

4 - Do all of these bits add up to a more appealing car than the similarly priced Titanium model? No, they don't.

5 - What you do get, though, is what every Fiesta offers by way of a great driving experience. Handling, steering and ride are all top notch.

6 - You also get the willing 100hp 1.0-litre EcoBoost turbo petrol engine. It's no ball of fire, but it loves to rev.

7 - It's also good on the motorway where it keeps quiet and the five-speed manual gearbox enjoys a near-perfect shift.

8 - 99g/km CO2 emissions and 65.7mpg are also attractive for anyone looking to save cash but not drive a diesel.

9 - Mind you, we averaged 48.9mpg during our time with the car, though that did include enjoying the car's dynamic abilities occasionally.

10 - If you like the White Edition, go for it. Otherwise, we'd save a few quid and have the standard, and brilliant, Zetec model.

 

 



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