Fiesta to be renamed Fiesta Classic

Ford is likely to re-badge the current generation Fiesta the ‘Fiesta Classic’ when the all-new Fiesta (code: B299) is launched later this year. Instead of giving a completely different name to the B299, Ford wants to stick to the original Fiesta moniker for its latest car.

The new Fiesta saloon that employs Ford’s global kinetic design theme is an instant eye-catcher. It is bigger than the current-generation Fiesta and will get a more powerful 1.6-litre petrol motor producing 118bhp. The diesel gets 90bhp from its 1.6-litre motor, up from the current 1.4’s 68bhp and it will have a very useful 20.7kgm of torque.

There’s more – this car’s interiors are something that’s completely different from what you get to see in this class. The funky looking dash and high-quality plastics make it feel like a truly modern car and Ford has tuned this Mazda platform to its own very high standards. This should mean it has a comfortable ride and agile handling. Also, this car could get the option of a DSG-like dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

With its fresh sharp looks, better interiors and perfect combination of Japanese and European engineering, the new Fiesta could take the game a step ahead for Ford. The new Fiesta is expected to make its official Indian appearance in the second-half of 2011 carrying an estimated price tag starting from Rs 6.80lakh, rising up to Rs 7.70lakh.