Ford Fiesta 1.6TDCi Zetec
The Driving Instructors Association considers the Fiesta to be one of the best cars currently available for driving lessons - here is why...
SAFETY
5 star Euro NCAP rating
Dual Controls
Multiple Airbags
Intelligent Protection System (IPS)
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Auto Hazard Warning Lights
COMFORT
Three-way Adjustable Seat
Two-way Adjustable Steering Wheel
Air Conditioning
Electric Windows
Electric Mirrors
ECOLOGY
CO 2 emissions: 110 g/km
Fuel efficiency (combined cycle): 67.2 mpg
DRIVABILTY
Speed Sensitive Power Steering - Makes
Manoeuvres Easier
Powerful and Flexible Diesel Engine -
Easy to Move Off, Even on Steepest Hill (No Gas Required!),
Fewer Gear Changes Required and Very Forgiving of Minor Errors
Smooth and Easy to Use Gears
Responsive Clutch
Superb Ride and Handling
Good All-round visibility
STYLE
Generally Regarded as Most Stylish Super-Mini Available
The DIA awards the Fiesta 5 Stars (from 5) as a training vehicle.
Other popular training vehicles considered -
Vauxhall Corsa (4/5), Renault Clio (4/5), Peugeot 207 (3/5), Toyota Yaris (3/5), Suzuki Swift (3/5), Fiat 500 (4/5) - Source : Driving Instructor May/June 2011.
'It is a cracker. And, like the original Focus, it is a cracker to drive as well. Demonstrably better than anything else for the same sort of money...It’s a mind-blowing car' - Jeremy Clarkson
