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Ford Fiesta VI (Mk6) 5 door 1.25 Duratec (75 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) 5 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (VI (Mk6) 5 door). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1107 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.5 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.
1.25 Duratec (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A sweet spot in the petrol lineup, offering a lively and rev-happy character with sufficient power for most driving scenarios, feeling more eager than its 75 Hp suggests.
Fuel Economy
Provides a good balance of performance and fuel efficiency, making it a very practical and enjoyable engine for everyday use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Agile and engaging handling for a supermini
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class
- • Wide range of efficient engine options
- • Generally good reliability and low running costs
Cons:
- • Some entry-level engines can feel underpowered
- • Durashift EST gearbox can be unrefined
- • Interior plastics are durable but basic
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller passengers
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (Mk6) 5 door: 2001 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | VI (Mk6) 5 door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.25 Duratec (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.4 Hp/l [1mm less] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | FUJA, FUJB More details about the engine FUJA, FUJB |
| Engine displacement: | 1242 |
| 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 |
| Cylinder Bore: | 71.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.8 kg/Hp, 67.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 99.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1107 |
| Max. weight: | 1540 |
| Max load: | 433 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 947 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 284 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 500 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3916 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width: | 1683 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1463 mm mm [46mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2486 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1905 mm |
| Front track: | 1477 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1444 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 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 | 175/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Spring Strut |
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