Ford Fiesta Since returning to the market in 2004 after
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a two-year absence the Fiesta van has quickly established itself as a favourite with individuals and fleets alike. And that's not just because it carries the blue oval badge that tends to guarantee high sales. Look a little closer and you'll find a solid overall product that makes the jump from passenger to commercial vehicle with its credentials intact.
The 1.4-litre TDCi. producing 67hp and 160Nm, is flexible and smooth, allowing relaxed urban driving; a 1.3-litre petrol is also available. On the loading front you get best-in-class load length and height complete with 494kg of payload. This is coupled to competitive servicing and decent fuel economy.
On the road it stays firmly planted and handles securely, allowing relaxed driving. This is complemented by a comfortable interim-that is well insulated from the outside world —though admittedly is a little bland.