Hit the market in November 2008. It shares many elements of its structure with theFiat 500 : are similar for its platform, engines and various elements of the interior.
Since April 2011 is significantly more affordable-Ford has lowered prices between 1,150 and 1,350 € and added a version with less equipment that is available from € 7900 -. In addition, all versions come standard with a system of stop-start engine ("Start / Stop") in arrests for consumption is minimized.
By its dynamic qualities the KA is a good car for both city and highway. The highlight in town is that it needs very little space to maneuver and has a comfortable ride. In road is the best cars of its size because it has a very good driving feel, larger car.
Among the cars with similar length, only seems best for their reactions one MINI .The Renault Twingo seems equally satisfying than the Ka. Meanwhile, the Fiat 500, despite its structural similarities with the Ka-quick road less responsive. This is true for models of the Fiat 500 available until after summer 2010, at which he received suspension changes, so far we have not tested the new versions.
The major drawback of KA is in the cockpit. The driving position can be uncomfortable for tall people because the pedals and footrest are very close to the driver if it is correctly positioned relative to the wheel. This forces you to bring your knees very bent.
The seats and driving position of a Hyundai i10 or Twingo are better. Another drawback is that the rear seats are not very spacious compared to most competing models. Yes, the interior is made with higher quality materials.
The trunk has a volume of 224 liters. It is a large capacity considering the exterior size, similar to that of a Renault Twingo aToyota Yaris or Hyundai i10.
Versions, prices and equipment
It is available with two engines, one petrol Duratec -1.20 and another 69 CV-75 Diesel TDCi CV -1.30. Both are of Fiat and can also be purchased at the 500-under another name. Van associated with a manual gearbox five speeds.
Since April 2011, the diesel version has an average fuel consumption 0.1 l/100 km less. Now is 4.1 l/100 km. The gasoline is down 0.2 l/100 km to 4.9 l/100 km. In both cases it is the system of stop-start engine ("Start / Stop") in the arrests. Given the price difference (2,000 €) and consumption between a variant and another, and given the current fuel price, you have to travel more than 150,000 km for the diesel version starts to financially compensate ( calculator Diesel-Gasoline ) .
We have thoroughly tested both versions of the Ka. For consumption acceleration and Diesel seems preferable, provided the price is not the primary reason for purchase.
The 1.30 TDCi 75 hp responds well to throttle out very strongly from standstill and allows circular motorway pace high moderately without much trouble. Not so with the 1.20 version of 69 hp Duratec (petrol) because road loses more speed on slopes and need more space to overtake. For a city primary use, the advantage of accelerating Diesel seems very relevant. Fuel consumption we have measured has been moderate in both cases.
The 1.30 Ka TDCi 75 hp is available from € 11,400. They are € 1,150 unless anteirormente. Despite this reduction in price, is still more expensive than a Twingo and Panda. It continues to be more affordable than a 500, all with diesel engines 75 hp. The Ka and Panda are the only ones with air conditioning as standard. In all cases the stability control is optional, except in the Twingo, which it can carry.
The petrol version 1.20 hp Duratec 69 Ka, with the new simpler equipment ("Urban"), is clearly more affordable to lower-cost variant above. So, now priced like a Twingo and clearly smaller than a Yaris and 500. Nevertheless, there is still smaller sized passenger Ka more affordable than this, but in general of lower quality.
The Ka is a choice of five trim levels: 'Urban', 'Titanium + "," Digital "," Grand Prix "and" Black Edition ", the latter replaced the" Tatoo "in March 2011 -. Some of them are distinguished by different interior elements include bold colors.
In part, the Ka is an expensive car because it has more standard features than most of its alternatives, unless the new variant 'Urban'. Thus, from the versions "Titanium +" and are standard elements such as front airbags for driver and passenger headrests in the rear-were optional when was launched on Ka-, fog lamps, air conditioning, power windows , the trip computer and alloy wheels 15 inches, among other things. In addition, options have affordable rates ( chips equipment ).
Insurance price and other details
Ensure all risk a Ford Ka 1.30 TDCi 75 hp with trim level "Titanium + 'as we tested for a student single 25 with five card and three no claims, you use the car every day, make up to 10,000 km per year, park in a garage collective residing in Oviedo has a cost of 1,163 € with Genesis , the company's best price-quality ratio 7.60 out of 10 - as our insurance comparator .
The most affordable policy for this course is offered MMT Seguros (828 €), but at the expense of a lower value of 10 -6.49 -. An option to halve the cost of insurance is to opt for a premium with excess.The most economical is the Pelayonex : € 406 with a € 600 excess.Another option is expanded third party insurance, theft, fire and moons-as proposed Balumba for € 371.
The first generation Ford Ka was available from 1996-2008. That year was replaced by the current. In it, unlike the first, there is a convertible version ( Street Ka ).
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