Ford Fiesta 2014 Review & Pictures: Fascinating Fiesta

[nishant5858]

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Also how does Ambient lighting, puddle lights below side view mirrors work, does it work all time when car is opened or is there some sensors that senses lack of illumination to turn ON these lights?

Puddle Lamps work when door is opened and Footwell Lamps / Ambient Lights are lit till the car is started. Thats what happens in my dad's Jetta as far as i know. Same thing might happen in Fiesta too.

 

[msjawahar]

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Puddle Lamps work when door is opened and Footwell Lamps / Ambient Lights are lit till the car is started. Thats what happens in my dad's Jetta as far as i know. Same thing might happen in Fiesta too.

the Ambient lights gets on when the door is opened. if we close the door it will be on for 20 secs.

i think the puddle lights below side view mirrors work only when the door is opened.

 

[Volksjäger]

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So what does this mean, does the new Fiesta sedan come with an engine guard and the ABS engine guard specifically?
Also how does Ambient lighting, puddle lights below side view mirrors work, does it work all time when car is opened or is there some sensors that senses lack of illumination to turn ON these lights?

I don't know, I must check again regarding the engine guard, then only I can tell you. Usually Ford doesn't compromise in the Fiesta, they put quality stuff in it. That's why I said, if it's not a flimsy mat like material then it should be ABS plastic.

And coming to the ambient lights, it can be controlled via sync system under vehicle settings. There are no sensors involved. Even the door switch is not visible when you open the door, it's embedded inside the door pillar. I don't know what method they are using to tell the Sync system that the door is opened, it can be a sensor or a door switch. And it is linked to the Sync system. Usually it will be linked to cars ECU and it is displayed on the MID. Sync system itself is another computer. That's why I would say, buying the Titanium variant is a worthy option.

 

[msjawahar]

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I don't know, I must check again regarding the engine guard, then only I can tell you. Usually Ford doesn't compromise in the Fiesta, they put quality stuff in it. That's why I said, if it's not a flimsy mat like material then it should be ABS plastic.

the engine guard plastic is of high quality and it can withstand any damage to the sump and other things. it covers the entire part under the engine. let me try to take a pic of it in the week end and post it.

 

[Volksjäger]

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the engine guard plastic is of high quality and it can withstand any damage to the sump and other things. it covers the entire part under the engine. let me try to take a pic of it in the week end and post it.

I thought of asking you this msjawahar. please do take a picture and post it, if you can. And also if you can please knock it with your hand at the center of the guard where the oil sump exists and let us know how hard it feels.

 

[MSN1]

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Review of fiesta by motor beam

Here is the link 2014 Ford Fiesta Test Drive Review | MotorBeam – Indian Car Bike News & Reviews

 

[msjawahar]

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I thought of asking you this msjawahar. please do take a picture and post it, if you can. And also if you can please knock it with your hand at the center of the guard where the oil sump exists and let us know how hard it feels.

Sure. I will post the pictures in the week end and check the other things.

 

[INS-VIKRANT]

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Experts please carry on your research on the ABS guard. But in the mean while here is shot of that sheet which covers the complete engine bay of fiesta.



Can't understand why there is a gap pointed by red square, there is a pipe like structure which comes down and goes up, it is exposed because of this gap. Is it sump?

Any guess, for the blue square, some thing bulges out.

Well, the material used for this cover is same as being provided for ECOSport Engine guard as an accessory which costs Rs. 8329 by the dealer. The stiffness and hardness too is same.

Any suggestions for the seat covers, as I can't deny my kids to have some fun n food inside the car. The bright fabric seat covers are a pain to take care, and hence need something good. Should I go with the dealer provided stuff or do think that options will be available soon in after market?

 

[Volksjäger]

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Experts please carry on your research on the ABS guard. But in the mean while here is shot of that sheet which covers the complete engine bay of fiesta.

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Can't understand why there is a gap pointed by red square, there is a pipe like structure which comes down and goes up, it is exposed because of this gap. Is it sump?

Any guess, for the blue square, some thing bulges out.

Well, the material used for this cover is same as being provided for ECOSport Engine guard as an accessory which costs Rs. 8329 by the dealer. The stiffness and hardness too is same.

Any suggestions for the seat covers, as I can't deny my kids to have some fun n food inside the car. The bright fabric seat covers are a pain to take care, and hence need something good. Should I go with the dealer provided stuff or do think that options will be available soon in after market?

Excellent, thanks for the pictures bro. Looking at the quality, I am sure that it is ABS plastic. Feels very sturdy & looks promising. Ford says that the underbody engine cover also enhances the aero-dynamics of the car reducing the drag. The hole marked in red, is cut out nicely for changing the engine oil without removing the engine guard, very nicely thought of. And the small holes in the front allows the cool air into the engine. And I have no Idea about the one pointed in blue. Need to see it in detail. Any ways thanks for clarifying.

 

[1989rs500]

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Experts please carry on your research on the ABS guard. But in the mean while here is shot of that sheet which covers the complete engine bay of fiesta.
Can't understand why there is a gap pointed by red square, there is a pipe like structure which comes down and goes up, it is exposed because of this gap. Is it sump?
Any guess, for the blue square, some thing bulges out.
Well, the material used for this cover is same as being provided for ECOSport Engine guard as an accessory which costs Rs. 8329 by the dealer. The stiffness and hardness too is same.
Any suggestions for the seat covers, as I can't deny my kids to have some fun n food inside the car. The bright fabric seat covers are a pain to take care, and hence need something good. Should I go with the dealer provided stuff or do think that options will be available soon in after market?

Fantastic picture , that just seems really solid
The funny thing is that this ABS guard is not present in Fiestas of Europe, my friend in UK tells, thats an addition that Ford did for South Asian markets , he also claims that the suspension tuning in Indian Fiesta is also different from what is in Europe to reduce under body scratching and to counter the excess 40 odd kg weight that gets added due to the addition of boot
He also stated that hatch back design improves city mileage and sedan design improves highway mileage and said expect mileage over 30 kmpl in highway if driven with light foot
When I asked about the roughness in gear change, he says that the gear lever will stay rough till the car gets tamed to a driving style, its not that the gearbox is of lower quality, its done specifically so that one should get used to Fords gear ratios and car too can learn the driving pattern of the driver,he claims Ford has one of best gearbox in business here the IB5, it has little bit more transmission loss compared to some of its competition but once it gets used to a driver it will never let one down and the turbo lag can be made history because of the beauty of gearbox
He also cautioned that drivers who usually take Fiesta to limits should have a good contact with Ford service and should do regular service earlier than prescribed date if possible,also if Ford is issuing recalls attend imminently as Fiesta in India is somewhat like a prototype(dont get me wrong its 100 % trustworthy but my friend isnt completely sold out by Indian Ford engineers) as the customers are very low and is tuned exclusively for India.

 

[Volksjäger]

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He also cautioned that drivers who usually take Fiesta to limits should have a good contact with Ford service and should do regular service earlier than prescribed date if possible,also if Ford is issuing recalls attend imminently as Fiesta in India is somewhat like a prototype(dont get me wrong its 100 % trustworthy but my friend isnt completely sold out by Indian Ford engineers) as the customers are very low and is tuned exclusively for India.

Yes, I agree. Ford is a very torquey engine and so people feel like pushing the car, but what they dont know is that they need to get it serviced regularly prior to their schedule. But how is it a prototype ? Please explain ? Isnt it the engine we are using from the MK7 ? I am not doubting about what you have said or what bob has said, and I know that he is 100% trustworthy. I am just curious to know more information regarding this? Indian Ford engineers would have also thought of our hostile environment conditions and planned accordingly. I have seen an Ecosports with 70,000 kms already without any problems. If we magnify and spot research Fiesta, we are finding some differences when compared with Ecosport. Is new 2014 Fiesta any different when compared to the previous gen? And I am aware that the Bosch ECU in the Fiesta is also a learning ECU.

 

[1989rs500]

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Yes, I agree. Ford is a very torquey engine and so people feel like pushing the car, but what they dont know is that they need to get it serviced regularly prior to their schedule. But how is it a prototype ? Please explain ? Isnt it the engine we are using from the MK7 ? I am not doubting about what you have said or what bob has said, and I know that he is 100% trustworthy. I am just curious to know more information regarding this? Indian Ford engineers would have also thought of our hostile environment conditions and planned accordingly. I have seen an Ecosports with 70,000 kms already without any problems. If we magnify and spot research Fiesta, we are finding some differences when compared with Ecosport. Is new 2014 Fiesta any different when compared to the previous gen? And I am aware that the Bosch ECU in the Fiesta is also a learning ECU.

Yes we use a MK7 based tune but since the Ecosport had the intake problem, that @anisin84 had faced Bob isnt really happy with the work the engineers did here for Ecosport
Its not that Fiesta is a prototype, the setup they use is kind of a product thats out due because of a bunch of 6-7 fiestas that run 200000 kms loop without a problem in India, but Fiesta is a car that dosent sell a lot so actual user related issues cannot be fully determined, so what he meant is that we dont have enough Indian tuned Fiestas to fully judge its outright reliability in India, In UK Fiesta is best selling car since 2009 so the fan base is so high as well as experience of owners, here the new Fiesta is like almost new, so if Ford makes a recall just attend it, that was Bobs point.

We discussed a lot about FWD cars dynamics,handling etc as well, super informative discussions but too long to be described, even the design of alloy wheels does affect aerodynamics of Fiesta says Bob, he also told the importance of winter tires when grip conditions are very low and tire pressure how does it affect handling in warm and cold whether etc

Fiesta uses Bosch ECU with an inbuilt ROM that controls a volatile learning chip, it records data such as shift points,clutch usage rate,throttle inputs,maximum and minimum engine revs per drive etc

 

[Volksjäger]

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@1989rs500 Very informative, things were always like this with the Ford. Back in 2006, I was one among the recalled customers. The air filter intake was way low. They repositioned it into the side fender. One of my Friend, who owns a Fiesta 1.4 TDCI has this habit of going fast into the water logged roads and splash water up for fun. He has driven his fiesta for 7yrs and 1,30,000 kms. One day, he did the same and his car gave up. The water that I saw on the road wasn't even too much. Upon deep investigation, to his bad luck there was a crack on the air filter intake pipe, through which the water went inside the engine. I am assuming that same might have happened with anisin84's ecosport. There might be a manufacturing defect where the water found its way into the engine. Because I have seen Ecosports going on deep waterlogged roads. But whatever you are saying makes sense. We need to be a little bit careful.

 

[Volksjäger]

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@1989rs500 The sales of Ecosport are a big plus point for Fiesta owners. The engines are being tried and tested in a heavier car including all the electronics. UK people have the Fiesta and we have the Ecosport. It's the Ecosport owners who are really testing the cars for us (fiesta owners and prospective Fiesta owners ).

 

[MSN1]

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@1989rs500 The sales of Ecosport are a big plus point for Fiesta owners. The engines are being tried and tested in a heavier car including all the electronics. UK people have the Fiesta and we have the Ecosport. It's the Ecosport owners who are really testing the cars for us (fiesta owners and prospective Fiesta owners ).

Their are many intresting engines which are tuned diffrently and tested again and again on diffrent cars and they proved well, one among it is the one in new fiesta and the classic also

leave UK in india itself check out the renault engine the same one they tune it diffrently and used it from micro to duster

and we cant leave our national kingmaker engine Fiat multijet, which gave more success for other brand cars rather than FIAT