Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec 5dr
Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec 5dr
What is it?
An entry-level 82PS 1.25-litre petrol version of Ford’s new baby that sets out to prove big engines aren’t always better. Tested here in Zetec trim, which comes with air-con and alloys. This Ford Fiesta model has just won the What Car? Car of the Year 2009 awards. So how good is this Fiesta?
What’s hot?
- The chassis. There simply isn’t a more fun to drive supermini…
- …steering is full of feel, body control is brilliant, plenty of grip
- Engine loves to be revved and provides lively pace in town…
- …but highly capable on the motorway too
- Returns almost 50mpg combined
- Dashboard is modern, stylish and simple to operate
- Cabin quality is brilliant, seating position nice and low
- Smooth ride and excellent comfort
What’s not?
- Emissions could be better, but at 133g/km they’re still decent
- Motorway drivers will still be better off with the diesel
- Rear seat space only average for the class
- Three-door looks sleeker and costs almost £600 less
What you need to Know?
| P11D Value: | 11,353 |
| Monthly Rental*: | 153 (CH)/£176 (PCH) |
| Tax Band when posted: | 15% |
| Monthly BiK: | 28 (20%)/£56 (40%) |
| Engine: | 1.2-litre 4cyl |
| CO2 Emissions: | 133g/km |
| Power/torque: | 82PS/84lb ft |
| Economy: | 49.6mpg |
Lowest monthly contract hire (CH) and personal contract hire (PCH) rentals generated by CompareContractHire.com. Based on a 36 month lease at 10,000 miles a year.
Business Car Manager Road Test Rating
The 1.25-litre Fiesta proves that less is most definitely more. Entry-level engine doesn’t lack pace yet running costs are low. Factor in a chassis that’s worthy of a hot hatchback and you’ve got the best supermini on sale right now: the Ford Fiesta Zetec.
Further information
To read the news story about the Ford Fiesta’s What Car? victory read Ford Fiesta takes What Car? award
