Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Ka
Power
75HP
Torque
145Nm
Consumption
4.1l/100
Emissions
109g/km
0-100 km/h
13.6s
Top Speed
160km/h
Weight
1055kg
Price
9,900€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
224 L
35 L
55 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Ka Urban 1.30 TDCi · 75 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The second-generation Ford Ka is Ford's answer to the urban jungle. A car that not only seeks to be practical but also radiates personality and character in every line. Born from a collaboration with Fiat, it shares its platform with the iconic 500 but is dressed in Ford's 'Kinetic' design language, offering a unique and energetic proposition for those seeking more than just a simple means of transport.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Ka with the 75 HP 1.3 TDCi engine is to discover a diesel heart full of life and surprisingly frugal. Don't expect blistering acceleration, but its low-end torque makes it a king of traffic lights and merging. It feels agile, light, and direct. The electric power steering and its small turning circle make navigating city streets and parking child's play. It's a car that connects you to the asphalt, conveying a sense of control and fun that few city cars of its time could match.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Ford Ka is pure emotion. Abandoning the rounded shapes of its predecessor, this model embraces tense, angular lines that give it a dynamic and muscular look. Its aggressive front end and compact rear scream movement even when stationary. Inside, the dashboard, with its boldly designed center console and clear instrumentation, creates a modern and youthful atmosphere. It's a car designed to stand out, to be an extension of its driver's personality.
Technology and features
Under its skin, the Ka hides intelligent solutions for its time. The diesel engine with common-rail injection and a Start-Stop system is the star, achieving truly low fuel consumption, a key factor in daily driving. The electric power steering and a well-tuned chassis by Ford are proof that the technology was focused on improving the driving experience and efficiency, rather than on screens or superfluous gadgets.
Competition
In such a competitive segment, the Ford Ka faced giants. Its main rival and platform sibling, the Fiat 500, played the retro design card. Other contenders like the Renault Twingo, the Citroën C1/Peugeot 107/Toyota Aygo trio, or the Korean Hyundai i10 and Kia Picanto, offered different arguments. The Ka defended itself with a distinct aesthetic and, above all, with the promise of superior driving dynamics, an unmistakable Ford hallmark.
Conclusion
The Ford Ka 1.3 TDCi is a car with a soul. An urban machine that combines expressive design, devilish agility, and outstanding efficiency. It is the perfect choice for those who live the city intensely and do not settle for the conventional. More than a car, it is a companion for urban adventures, a small athlete that proves you don't need a large size to have a big heart and leave an indelible mark.