2011 Ford Fiesta review

          The Ford Fiesta is expected to deliver best-in-class safety, convenience and connectivity with segment-exclusive SYNC® voice-activated communications system, an expressive color palette and available graphics Ford’s hot-selling new Fiesta will deliver more than just great looks and top fuel economy in its segment when it goes on sale in North America in summer 2010. The 2011 Fiesta - available in four- and five-door body styles- also will set a new small car benchmark for safety, connectivity and powertrain technology.

          Fiesta’s flowing sculpted hood covers a 1.6-liter DOHC I-4 engine with 120 horsepower at 6,350 rpm and 112 ft.-lb. of torque at 5,000 rpm. Spirited performance and fuel efficiency are signature attributes, with Fiesta delivering projected best-in-class highway fuel economy of up to 40 mpg.

      Fiesta features a standard five-speed manual transaxle with gear ratios selected to offer spirited off-the-line performance and exceptional fuel economy for drivers who desire three pedals and a stick shift to maximize the driving experience. Specially tuned front struts, bushings, dampers, stabilizer bars and a rear twist-beam axle keep Fiesta sure-footed and firmly planted. Sporty, European driving dynamics prevail.

          * Price (est): $ 13,500