Photo: Stefan Baldauf/SB-Medien
Ford is testing the all-new Fiesta on European roads, and two separate teams of spy photographers were there to capture the moment.
Thanks to the work of both CarPix and SB-Medien, we can provide our readers with an extensive photo gallery of the prototype that will be turned into the next generation of the Ford Fiesta.
As you already know, Ford’s Fiesta is one of the best-selling cars in Europe and the leader of its segment, so this is a vital car for the Blue Oval.
Ford has apparently increased the size of the Fiesta, as the model is attempting a more upmarket push. Meanwhile, the Blue Oval is also seeking the relaunch of the Ka, a model that could come to Europe as a cheaper and smaller alternative to the Fiesta.
We must note that it is expected to be named Ka+ on the Old Continent, and that it will be a part of the smaller, A-Segment, but it is projected to become Ford’s cheapest car available in Europe.
Now, back to the all-new Fiesta. The prototype being tested by Ford engineers somewhere in Europe (neither of our spy photographers disclosed where) was followed by a modified version based on the previous model.
The compact group of old and new Fiesta models being tested is leading us to believe the company is benchmarking the new design against its predecessor, as well as for other purposes related to the testing process.
When compared to the old Fiesta, the headlights are more horizontal, the nose has become more square, while the grille follows the evolution showcased by more recent models in the Ford range. The rear lights have also been significantly modified, as has the body of the Fiesta.
We expect the all-new model to be bigger, lighter, more fuel efficient, safer, and with a nicer interior. The latter will be a major point on the drawing table, as Ford’s small hatchback was beginning to lag behind its opponents on this chapter.
As you already know, Ford’s Fiesta is one of the best-selling cars in Europe and the leader of its segment, so this is a vital car for the Blue Oval.
Ford has apparently increased the size of the Fiesta, as the model is attempting a more upmarket push. Meanwhile, the Blue Oval is also seeking the relaunch of the Ka, a model that could come to Europe as a cheaper and smaller alternative to the Fiesta.
We must note that it is expected to be named Ka+ on the Old Continent, and that it will be a part of the smaller, A-Segment, but it is projected to become Ford’s cheapest car available in Europe.
Now, back to the all-new Fiesta. The prototype being tested by Ford engineers somewhere in Europe (neither of our spy photographers disclosed where) was followed by a modified version based on the previous model.
The compact group of old and new Fiesta models being tested is leading us to believe the company is benchmarking the new design against its predecessor, as well as for other purposes related to the testing process.
When compared to the old Fiesta, the headlights are more horizontal, the nose has become more square, while the grille follows the evolution showcased by more recent models in the Ford range. The rear lights have also been significantly modified, as has the body of the Fiesta.
We expect the all-new model to be bigger, lighter, more fuel efficient, safer, and with a nicer interior. The latter will be a major point on the drawing table, as Ford’s small hatchback was beginning to lag behind its opponents on this chapter.
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