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Ford Fiesta VI (Mk6) 3 door 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (68 Hp) Durashift EST
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) 3 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (VI (Mk6) 3 door). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1071 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 163 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 Duratorq TDCi (68 Hp) Durashift EST Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the diesel's torque with the convenience of the Durashift EST, though the automatic gearbox further impacts acceleration compared to the manual diesel.
Fuel Economy
Retains the excellent fuel economy of the manual diesel, making it a highly efficient automatic option for city and mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile and engaging handling
- • Good fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Practical and well-packaged interior for its size
Cons:
- • Base petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap
- • Rear legroom is limited for adults
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (Mk6) 5 door: 2001 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | VI (Mk6) 3 door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (68 Hp) Durashift EST |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 48.6 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F6JA More details about the engine F6JA |
| Engine displacement: | 1399 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 3.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 3 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.8 kg/Hp, 63.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1071 |
| Max. weight: | 1565 |
| Max load: | 494 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 945 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 268 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 750 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3917 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1683 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1467 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2487 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1905 mm |
| Front track: | 1474 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1444 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 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 | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Durashift EST |
| 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 | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, Torsion |
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