Ford Fiesta Classic [2011-2012] User Reviews

This is initial review. Will write more once i drive more.

I finished 600 kms in ford fiesta. Second time i checked i got mileage of 11.1 kms in city driving

the techniques used

a) No AC when below 40 kms drive- 40% of my journey

b) Speed of 70-80 on highway which is 30% of my journey

c) switching off the engine whenever signal is more than 30 secs.

Since the first service is long time off, i think 11 kms in city driving is decent. May increase to 12 with post service.

Why i am Fida?

1) I found Planet Ford service in Pune very good. Though they try to hoodwink you on negotiated accessories items by putting in old stock rather than new stock. But overall my experience with them was good.

2) The space inside is very good and for tall drivers like me with long legs, the adjustable steering is a boon.

3) The AC is powerful

4) No bumps and humps on the road. More sturdier on the road.

Things to improve

a) Response on mail- I checked on few points with Customer service on mail. They still have not responded.

b) Better information to Customers when giving delivery. I did make few mistakes when driving car first time of driving in top speed of 120-140 which i shouldnt have done

c) Dealer only gave fuel of Rs.200 and i took it from Pune. Dealers of others car give atleast Rs.1000 fuel for customers coming from Mumbai and locally atleast Rs.500

It is maybe my clutch handling so can not say if they need to improve but car stops when in first gear. One has to be very careful on clutch in first gear. Never faced this problem in Tata Indica which i owned and Wagon R which is my second car.

Hope people find the above review comprehensive.

Warm regards,

Jagdish

Exterior

Exterior is good, can be termed as ok if you compare 2009-2010 models

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

Fine enough

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

Superb performance,highly responsive as compared to other cars,good fuel economy 13 kmpl in city and 15.5kmpl on highways even my speed varies from 120-165 0n highways

Ride Quality & Handling

You feel as if u are on top of world... great driving pleasure. Handling of the vehicle is totally in your hands.

Final Words

I bought the new Ford Fiesta 1.6 zxi after driving Ikon for one and half years. It was a great experience because of the peppy engine. I love high speed driving and bought the car for same reason after test driving SX4, Verna and Honda city. This is a true value for money car.

I was on my way to Jaisalmer when 40 kms before Bikaner my vehicle was hit by a running camel from left hand side. My speed was high as usual and suddenly i saw a running camel coming from right side, even after taking the vehicle to the extreme right it hit my car and i turned my steering to left after the collision. Thanx fiesta that not even one of us got hurt although the camel hit front left pillar and the vehicle sustained damages on bumper, bonnet, windscreen, roof and even dicky.

I am thankful to almighty for saving us and to fiesta... car which i love a lot and now a true fan of the vehicle and the safety of passengers which the brand promises... and the dealer K.S. FORD who provides superb services for the state of rajasthan. It is the great value for money.

A true fan of Fiesta.

Areas of improvement  

Not required!

Exterior Excellent with a good overall shape, new paints, chill quite nice. body contours all around are good but the spoiler looks acward around the back. very poor mudflaps they keep on popping out all the time with small speed breakers the new metallic ones the ncr has. solution - u can get rubber ones for barely 150/- in the store next door installation is another 50/- ,,, problem solved.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Nice but would have liked automated side view mirrors for the price. boot size is small.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Not a very great pic up but considering the mileage still worth. greta fuel economy with ac. gearbox is smooth no doubt. The shape does offer lot of air resistance at high speeds 100 plus need to improve the aerodynamics of the model.

Ride Quality & Handling Suspension is little weak as compared to the competitors, rid edoes make u feel confident behind the wheel powerful enough.

Final Words buy it for the mileage and handling very safe car, robust body.

Areas of improvement Front seats must be bigger, size of the car especially the width could have been more.

Guys I own the new Fiesta Sxi 08 model and its a fantsatic car. i love the feel of the car, its size is perfect for the crouded Mumbai Roads. It is indeed the best car to drive in its segment, its so smooth and the driving vision is very clear.. it has shortest turning radius thus making it very easy to manuvour in city trafic... and one has to actually experience the driving dynamics when driven on highways WOW is the word!!! try it to believe me... i loved the service so far from Shaman - Mumbai... it has gr8 milegae for this 1.6 engine car something which my previous hatchback wasnt able to match... overall a fantastic car and a good buy and value for your money.. driving the fiesta makes me feel that the Mumbai roads are quite smooth since I can hardly feel any ditches and unevenness... Go for it guys Dont think twice!!! this segment cars and above are not brought for Investments they are brought for luxury and this has it I must say... enjoy driving guys!!!

I have recently purchased Ford Fiesta from New Dealer at Bangalore, this vehicle is a amazing vehicle, i could not believe that this vehicle is giving me 18 kms per litre in side city limits with a/c on and i have taken this vehicle on highway and i got 26 kms per litre and i have covered overall 6000kms.  i would like to share my experience, while travelling on highway my vehicle was in 140kms speed and suddenly dog crossed on highway, i was not knowing wat to do suddenly i have applied a brake, trust me vehicle has given good response and vehicle stopped according to my instruction.  I have not expected that this vehicle will give such a excellent experience in highway.  I strongly recommend people to just go to New ford Dealer at Bangalore(Lathangi Ford) and their officials will put perfect vehicle to you.

I purchased Ford Fiesta ZXi Diesel about three months ago, after a long research.Car Wale has helped me a lot in my research. Car is in general is very good.It is a pleasure to drive car in high ways and through city for the driver will feel the punch and stability with control.I found the vehicle gives me reasonable mileage of 19.5 km/ltr average with AC on.However in city drive occasionaly I heard some thud like sound comes out of gearbox.On inspection ford,s technican could not identify any problem. I strongly feel that the vehicle worth the money I spend.Without hesitation I can recommend this vehicle anyone who is interested in driving own.