2009 Ford Fiesta in the States

The new Ford Fiesta has been available in Europe for some time. And it's not just a small, good looking car, it's a real hit! Jeremy Clarkson, the famous automotive journalist, and a TV show Top Gear presenter put it to a real test. It's quick, nimble, and won't run back the the garage, or a repair shop for that matter, with its tail between its legs if conditions get rough. Those who have seen the review know what I'm talking about. As a small sporty vehicle, it does the job better than most of what you would buy for ten times the money! It may not be as quick as a Corvette in a straight line, but if you put it on a slippery surface, it will be faster on the straight, and in the corners.

One thing about this car that's unique, is neigher a teenager, nor a middle aged man or woman, or even a grandma will look out of place in the Fiesta. It's got plenty of space for the bags, suitcases, and gaming accessories of an 18 year-old, or a 30 year-old that finally got kicked out of the house. And it won't be hard for a guy to find a friend, because I think girls will love this car. However, it's not exactly feminine, except if you paint it pink, purple, or powder blue like Jeff Dunham's Preus. Give it the right coat, and it'll look like Hulk himself drives it.

Time to move on to something you'll see most of if you one one - the interior. And right off the bat, I gotta say that I love it! The dashboard is looks almost, if not, identical to the concept interior. It looks like all the buttons and the whole dash was designed by someone who designed a space ship!
Here's what I mean.

Now, what I think is the best thing about this car, is the price. I don't know the price of the upcoming US version yet, but the base model in the United Kingdom costs under ten thousand pounds! And that's cheap!

Probably the one thing that matters now is fuel consumption. And right off the bat, the Fiesta will do over 40 MPG! Since when can you buy a small, quick, fun, and beautiful car and do over 40 MPG? Well, all I can say is Ford save us! Gas prices are rising again, and even the rich are feeling the pinch of the recession.

Conclusion: The Ford Fiesta is a great car! It doesn't matter what age group you're in, even what lifestyle you live, you can look good, and retain your dignity in the process of buying a small and cheap car. The Fiesta wasn't made to be a poster boy, but I bet that it is. Maybe not as big as Lamborghini and Ferrari, or any very expensive car, but it just looks good! Maybe it was made to get you through the city, or from A to B, but now, anyone can make that journey in absolute style. And that's rare to get out of a cheap little car. The question remains - will it stick? I think so. So, 3 cheers to the Fiesta!

Overall Rating: 4/5
Interior Rating: 4/5
Exterior Rating: 4/5
Performance Rating: 3/5