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  • Ford reveals the new KA+: it is appealing, agile and fresh. Check it out!

    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec The latest Ford KA+ model will try to be the most spacious KA model so far and will also make its best to deliver even better fuel efficiency rates all this topped with some sweet visuals. But let’s start from the beginning, shall we?

    Exterior design

    Inspired by Ford’s neat design solutions, the sweetheart is well-proportioned and showcases neat high-mounted trapezoidal grille, large headlamps, overall tight body shape and this agility and ride-ready stance. Also, especially for the European buyers, Ford team added a two-piece rear fascia with black components that further enhance the agile character of the vehicle.

    Interior styling

    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec

    Space. This is the keyword. Or, at least, Ford team wants it to be. The new KA+ offers generous space for five people and just enough luggage space. The vehicle is a bit shorter, combined to the predecessor model, but it compromises with 29mm additional height. Furthermore, many of the components in the cabin, seats, door panels and roof headliner in this number, have been optimized to deliver additional headroom and legroom. Sweet.

    In terms of styling, the interior comes with sweet grained finish on the instrument panel and hard-wearing, modern-day trim materials and overall dark charcoal color theme. There are also some chrome components and accents that further contribute to this modern and sweet design.

    Drivetrain system

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    The latest KA+ lineup is geared with agile, yet simple petrol engines. There are a total of two options: a 70hp (52kW) and 85hp (63kW) units, both sharing a 1.2-liter tank. They are based on the well-known 1.25-liter Fiesta system and offer twin-independent variable camshaft timing technology and also have some improved fuel efficiency capabilities.

    Additional equipment and features

    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec

    In order to deliver optimal pleasure of driving, Ford team has geared numerous technologies and components. For example, there are exclusively developed springs and dampers, rear torsion beam axle, brake pads and tires and redesigned front sub-frame.

    In terms of safety, KA+ comes with six airbags, Electronic Stability Control with Hill Start Assist, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and more.

    Trim levels and upgrades

    As we have already discussed, the KA+ comes in two variants: a 70hp and a 85hp one. The second one is called Zetec and offers some more goodies, compared to the stock model. These include exterior and interior improvements as special chrome front grille, front fog lamps, power front windows, electric door mirrors, perimeter alarm with remote central locking Speed Limited and Ford Easy Fuel system.

    The advanced trim level also brings distinctive 15-inch alloys, manual air-conditioning system, Ford’s SYNC voice-control communications and AppLink entertainment system, cruise control function, heated front seats, rear privacy glass and spare wheel kit. Sweet.

    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec
    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec
    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec
    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec
    2016 Ford Ka+ Zetec

    Source: Ford 

     

  • 2016 Ford KA+ is about to hit the city streets. Here’s all you need to know!

    2016 Ford KA+Ford revealed the new KA+ compact vehicle, which offers incredible interior space, excellent fuel efficiency rates and enhanced dynamics. With this release, Ford is aiming to provide buyers with an attractive vehicle with neat equipment and capabilities for a relatively small price. So, what does the sweetie offer?

    Available from June this year, the Ford KA+ will come in a five-door hatchback with a plenty of space for five people with a length of little less than four meters. Slightly shorter than the Fiesta, Ka+  also provides 270 liter s of luggage space. And as we talk about space, we should mention that the cockpit is not only incredibly wide for the proportions of the vehicle, but also have some “secret” stowage places for bottles, umbrellas, bags and more.

    Also, the interior features sweet grained finish on the instrument panel and hard-wearing trim materials in dark charcoal color scheme. There are numerous chrome accents, applied on the door release handles, central console, control knobs and air vents.

    Drivetrain system

    The KA+ will be available with an agile and responsive 1.2-liter Duratec petrol engine, available in two choices: either a 70hp (52kW) and 85hp (63kW). It will be combined to a five-speed gearbox and in Ford team’s words, this combination is enough to deliver smooth driving, blended with a spark of aggressiveness. But we will see about that.

    2016 Ford KA+

    Also, Ford claims that the fuel efficiency rates are achieved thanks to a comprehensive calibration, regenerative charging and using a low-friction oil.

    Standard equipment

    Buyers are granted with tons of stock goodies. All KA+ models are geared with power front windows and door mirrors, front fog lamps, AM/FM radio with Bluetooth connectivity, remote central double locking with perimeter alarm, safety system with six airbags, Electronic Stability Control with Hill Start Assist, Deflation Detection System, Speed Limiter and Ford Easy Fuel.

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    So, how do you find the new Ford sweetie? Write down in the comment section!

    2016 Ford KA+

    2016 Ford KA+
    2016 Ford KA+
    2016 Ford KA+

    Source: Ford 

  • Ford Demonstrates Latest Small City Car Additions

    Ford demonstrates the latest members of the small city car lineup: the Ka Black and Ka white. Both of the models come with exclusive stylish and beautiful exterior and interior design. The latest Ka models come with black or white bodywork, complicated interior details and both vehicles demonstrate a fresh appeal and wonderful technology features.

    The interior design for the Ka Zetec Black and Zetec White editions comes with unique seat trims and  high-quality components. The leather-dressed steering wheel and handbrake come with additional white stitching. Even the steering wheel spokes, the centre console, the door grab handles include the beautiful Pearl White finish.

    Both models are equipped with Ford’s 1.2-Liter Duratec  petrol engine, that comes with  57.6mpg fuel efficiency and 115g/km CO2 emissions.

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    On the other hand, Ka Titanium models also received additional equipment extras. The standard pack includes leather trim with heated seats, panoramic roof, parking sensors and additional airbags. Exterior features include 16-inch alloy wheels and a restyled black grilled. There is also one more color, included: Grey Matter.

    Fiesta models

    With the wonderful and successful Fiesta Red and Black editions the well-known multi-award 1.0-Liter EcoBoost 140 hp (102 kW) is now available with the Zetec S lineup. 17-inch wheel design, taken from the Red and Black editions is also included on all Zetec S models.

    Further additions to all Fiesta models include front LED daytime lights, DAB radio and exterior colors: Candy Red and Metallic Grey.

    Engine options

    Ford brand has achieved incredible fuel efficiency with the 1.5-Liter TDCi engine, that optimizes  the combusting chamber design and proudly demonstrates a cutting-edge turbocharge technology, along with fuel injection technology. Additional features to the engine system are the Auto Start-Stop system, Smart Regenarative Charging , special 5-speed transmission and low rolling resistance tyres.

    In fact, Fiesta models can be further upgraded with large range of powerplant units, including the three-time International Engine of the Year 1.0-Liter EcoBoost petrol; the 1.25-Luter Duratec petrol and the 1.5-liter TDCi diesel, that delivers 88.3 mpg fuel efficiency.

    Source: Ford

  • Ford Ka Concept Vision Revealed In Barcelona

    Ford-Ka-Concept-THUMBIn November we have seen the birth of a new concept – Ford Ka Concept, which back then was unveiled in Brazil. Now the brand is showing for the first time the model in Europe, along with the new 2015 Mustang and Edge Concept.

    The Ka Concept is Ford’s vision for a practical global small which offers advanced technology and clever design, efficiency and precision. The car features bold, elongated headlamps and a long, lean look with sweeping, curved lines. The five-door concept is equipped with technology which is typical for larger cars.

    For instance, MyFord Dock gives the occupants the abiltiy to store, mount and charge mobile devices such as phones and satellite navigation systems. In addition, SYNC with Voice Control and AppLink enables drivers to activate apps, play music and make phone calls, while keeping both hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

    Ka Concept’s engine range will include a 1.0 liter three-cylinder naturally aspirated unit which generates 80 horsepower (59 kW), a 1.5 liter petrol/ethanol that delivers 111 horsepower (82 kW) on ethanol and 107 horsepower (79 kW) on gasoline.

    Ford Ka Concept is readied for a production version that is scheduled to reach European showrooms by 2017.

    Ford Ka Concept
    Ford Ka Concept
    Ford Ka Concept
    Ford Ka Concept
    Ford Ka Concept
    Ford Ka Concept

    Source: Ford

  • 2014 Ford Ka Concept

    The all-new 2014 Ford Ka Concept was recently revealed in Brazil and now several pictures have been published online. It is set to hit the market sometime next year, so this is pretty much “production model”.2014 Ka looks like shrunken Fiesta and takes a lot of features from it. Still, the headlights resemble the ones seen on the Escort Concept. The engine range will include a 1.0 liter three-cylinder naturally aspirated power unit with 80HP (59 kW), a 1.5 liter petrol/ethanol with 111HP (82 kW) on ethanol and 107HP (79 kW) when using gasoline.2014 Ford Ka is scheduled to go on sale in Brazil and probably the company will bring it to Europe as well.

  • Ford announced the 2010 Ford Ka line-up

    For model year 2010, Ford Ka will boast a revised model line-up, including new individual variants. The new line-up will be powered by the well-known existing engines, the 1.2-litre petrol unit with 69 horsepower and the 1.3-litre diesel engine that produces 75 horsepower. (more…)

  • Introducing Bond Girl Olga Kurylenko – First Driver Of The New Ford KA

    Excitement is mounting as film fans await the October 29 world premiere in London of the new James Bond adventure, ‘Quantum of Solace’, which also features a cameo appearance from the stylish new Ford Ka. (more…)

  • New Ford Ka Makes Global Debut At Paris Motor Show

    The new Ford KaThe exciting new Ford Ka makes its global debut at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. It replaces the iconic original Ka, which brought new levels of style and enjoyment to the small-car market when it was launched in 1996. (more…)

  • Fresh, Funky And Fun – Introducing The All-New Ford KA

    Ford KAThe exciting new Ka, Ford’s fresh, fun and funky small car, will take centre-stage at the 2008 Paris Motor Show in October.
    The all-new Ford Ka brings new levels of style and enjoyment to affordable city cars. (more…)