Ford Fiesta 2012 India

The Ford Fiesta 2012 is a front-wheel-drive and has sold over twelve million units since 1976. The Ford Fiesta 2012 is a combo of good looks and great engines that they are copied across the rest of the range.  This was not the case with the premium compact sedan segment compared to what it used to be in the past. Initially there were only two-players in game - the Mitsubishi Lancer which has now vaporized from the competitors list. In early 2000 Honda City and the Mitsubishi Lancer were the only ones exchanging blows but now with entrants like Volkswagen Vento and Hyundai Verna have made the mix interesting with dream debuts. The all new Ford Fiesta 2012 will once again look to prove its mettle against the best. Ford India has priced the new Fiesta 2012 more than the current generation Fiesta 2012 and they will sell both the models simultaneously. Ford is planning to launch the new Fiesta Automatic only with the petrol engine version and is already in the global markets.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Engine

The Ford Fiesta 2012  engine for the petrol models 1.5P Style, 1.5P Trend, 1.5P Titanium, 1.5P Titanium+ comes with a 4 Cylinder In-line 16V DOHC, Ti-VCT, 1499 cc engine which delivers a maximum power output of 81(109)/6045 kw (ps)/rpm. It delivers a max torque of 140 Nm at 4500 rpm and is mated with a five speed transmission. The Ford Fiesta 2012  engine for the diesel variants 1.5D Style, 1.5D Trend, 1.5D Titanium comes with a 4 Cylinder In-line 8V SOHC, TDCi, 1498 cc engine which delivers a maximum power output of 67(90)/3750 kw (ps)/rpm. It delivers a max torque of 204 Nm at 2000-2750 rpm and is mated with a five speed transmission. The Ford Fiesta 2012 will also come with an auto gearbox developed only for the 1.5-litre Ti-VCT petrol engine. Auto gearbox for the diesel variants won't be available.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Exteriors

The detailing is clever with the right touch of chrome highlight and the car's personality is expressed in the ground-hugging and gaping front grille. The kinetic design and its bold and sexy exteriors make a style statement and give the sedan a flamboyant, aerodynamic and sporty look. The car really does encapsulate Ford kinetic design in its purest form. From the front wheel arches to the taillights, the belt line rises towards the rear and visually extends the high vehicle flank. Body-mounted, as opposed to sail-mounted side view mirrors, reduce drag and wind noise. Exterior of the Ford Fiesta 2012 is complemented by sporty wheel arches, muscular bonnet and finished side panels.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Interiors

Ford Fiesta 2012 surely looks a generation ahead than most of the rivals with its modern and jazzy interiors. A silver-finish centre console combined with a unique, sporty gearshift knob and handbrake covered with aluminum and leather design gives Fiesta’s interior a sporty yet elegant look. The New Ford Fiesta 2012 is packed with premium features across all trims and variants, such as ABS with EBD, airbags, EPAS with pull-drift compensation technology, audio controls on steering wheel and many more. The car is big enough to belong to the C premium segment from the outside. On the inside the interiors are certainly cramped for a rear passenger and feel a class lower. 

Ford Fiesta 2012 Safety Features

The Ford Fiesta 2012 has two front air bags and also has EBD technology along with antilock brake system. The car is designed to handle severe collisions. The skeleton of the Fiesta is fortified with ultra high strength boron steel which is four times stronger than the standard high strength steel. This makes the car a strong safety capsule. The car is further reinforced by driver and passenger side airbags offering no comprises in safety aspects at all.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Colors

The Ford Fiesta 2012 comes in colours of Kinetic Blue, Chill metallic, moon dust silver, panther black, diamond white, sea grey, and squeeze.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Ride and Handling

The Ford Fiesta 2012 is neither the fastest nor slowest car in its class. It is a sturdy and steady car at high speeds and carries the passengers through the city's hustle and bustle without much fuss. Overall it is a lovable car - fun car to modify and with some time and money you can make it a fun and fast car to drive.  All the grades are economical and fun to drive on account of the handling and steering. Against the competition the Fiesta’s ride and handling is number one and also rides comfortably over most surfaces. The electric steering is well weighed, is direct and offers feel and feedback. Ride and handling are its forte and the best in the segment. The car responds to directional inputs at speed without any drama and the body roll is minimal.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Specifications

The Ford Fiesta 2012 Specifications measures with a length of 4291 mm, width of 1722 m, height of 1496 mm, and wheelbase of 2489 mm. The boot space is around 430 litres.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Ex-Showroom Price

1.5P Style:                              Rs. 8.24 lakhs
1.5P Trend:                              Rs. 8.78 lakhs
1.5P Titanium:                          Rs. 9.18 lakhs
1.5P Titanium +:                       Rs. 9.43 lakhs
1.5D Style:                               Rs. 9.28 lakhs
1.5D Trend:                              Rs. 9.78 lakhs
1.5D Titanium:                          Rs. 9.99 lakhs
1.5D Titanium+:                        Rs. 10.43 lakhs

The new Fiesta automatic could also be priced at a premium of between Rs 70,000 and one lakh rupees to the manual petrol engine variant.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Models

Ford Fiesta Petrol Style: This models includes Twin Chamber bright reflector foxy headlamps, body colored radiator grille, door handles and front bumper, ORVM with Turn indicators, molded black instrument cluster with bezel finish, chrome park brake release knob, floor console cup holders, front and rear door trims with magazine holders, passenger under seat storage, Tilt adjust steering, front and rear power windows with one touch driver side, intelligent rear defogger, guide me home headlamps, glove box lamp, adjustable rear head rests, 100% foldable rear seats, 12V power source, height adjustable seat belts, height adjust driver’s seat, rear centre arm rests with cup holders, electric boot release, electrical outside rear view mirrors, digital trip meter, tachometer, low fuel warning, driver seat belt warning, headlamp on warning, audio controls on steering wheel, Audio CD/ Mp3/ AM/ FM with 6 speakers, AUX support, ABS with EBD, Driver side airbag, front passenger airbag, energy absorbing bumpers and crumple zones, door reinforcements, remote programmable key entry with greeting lamps, child lock, engine immobilizer, etc.

Ford Fiesta Petrol Trend: This variants comes with Chrome radiator grille, chrome rear applique, fog lamps, foot well lamp, rest all features common with the Style variant.

Ford Fiesta Petrol Titanium: The Titanium comes with Chrome belt liner, Leather wrapped steering with metallic painted steering bezel, metallic finish sterling instrument cluster, metallic painted sterling in inside door pull handles and AC vents, metallic finish sterling in gear knob, electrically foldable ORVM, digital clock, distance to empty, fuel computer, Bluetooth, voice control, rest all features common with the Style and Trend variants.

Ford Fiesta Petrol Titanium Plus: The Titanium Plus includes features such as Cruise control, reverse parking sensors, rest all features common with the Titanium variant.

Ford Fiesta Diesel Style: All features are same as the Ford Fiesta Petrol Style variant except for the Diesel engine.

Ford Fiesta Diesel Trend: All features are same as the Ford Fiesta Petrol Trend variant except for the Diesel engine.

Ford Fiesta Diesel Titanium: All features are same as the Ford Fiesta Petrol Titanium variant except for the Diesel engine.

Ford Fiesta Diesel Titanium Plus: All features are same as the Ford Fiesta Petrol Titanium Plus variant except for the Diesel engine.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Competitors

Ford Fiesta 2012 is considered as a tough competitor against the likes of Fiat Linea, Volkswagen Vento, Honda City, Tata Manza, Maruti SX4, Toyota Etios, Maruti Swift Dzire, and Hyundai i20 in the premium C segment.

Compare Ford Fiesta 2012 with other Models

Ford Fiesta vs Fiat Linea: The Ford Fiesta is more fun to drive when compared to the Fiat Linea.  Ford Fiesta has a better suspension as compared to the Fiat Linea. In terms of the features and space, the Fiat Linea beats the Fiesta hands down.

Ford Fiesta vs Volkswagen Vento: Volkswagen Vento is the better looking car and has better build quality as compared to the Ford Fiesta. The Ford Fiesta 2012 is a cost efficient vehicle compared to the Vento.

Ford Fiesta vs Honda City: Ford Fiesta needs a huge over haul compared to the beauty of the Honda City whereas Honda City is costlier than the Ford Fiesta. In terms of the mileage both the cars are similar.

Ford Fiesta vs Tata Manza: Ford Fiesta looks aggressive, is more robust and also expensive compared to Tata Manza. The Tata Manza gives a better mileage compared to the Ford Fiesta 2012.

Ford Fiesta vs Maruti SX4: The Ford Fiesta is robust and delivers better torque compared to the Maruti SX4.In terms of price both the cars are similar.

Ford Fiesta vs Toyota Etios: Ford Fiesta is expensive compared to the Toyota Etios but the ride and handling of is good compared to the Etios. The Toyota Etios comes with better exterior and interior designs along with excellent fuel efficiency.

Ford Fiesta vs Maruti Swift Dzire: The Price of Ford Fiesta 2012 is costlier than the Maruti Swift Dzire. The Swift Dzire beats the Fiesta in terms of the looks and better mileage.

Ford Fiesta 2012 Awards

Ford Fiesta has won many prestigious awards

Best Dress-Up – Hatchback award in International Motor Show 2010

Best Features Design and Value Convenience Feature" award.

Best Engine - Eco-Friendly Engine

Ford Fiesta 2012 Mileage

Ford Fiesta 2012 mileage is 12-13 kmpl for the cities. The Ford Fiesta 2012 Petrol 1.4 delivers 11-12 kmpl and 1.6 litre hits 10-11 kmpl mileage in cities.