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Ford Fiesta 1.6 Ambiente

General information

ModelFord Fiesta 1.6 Ambiente
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.1 litres/100 km (38.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. Optional front air bags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power267.00 PS (196 kW or 263 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed183.0 km/h (113.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2479 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3058 litres (808 gallons)
Cargo space284 litres (75 gallons)
Optional cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Optional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Power assisted steering
Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system Antilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution

Dimensions and weight

Weight1077 kg (2,374.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1540 kg (3,395.1 pounds)
Towing weight900 kg (1,984.2 pounds)
Overall length3920 mm (154.3 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Wheelbase2490 mm (98.0 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR13405
CO2 emissions155.0 g/km
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