Fun, funky, striking, and award-winning, the Ford Fiesta seems like it has every ingredient to create the ultimate recipe for success for the American automotive brand.
Ford Motor Company has always marketed the Fiesta to an international audience, manufacturing the model across the world; the Fiesta is produced in the United Kingdom, Brazil, India, South Africa, and other countries.
Ford has enjoyed a fiesta with their Fiesta, as sales figures indicate the model's massive popularity in South Africa. With over 250 vehicles sold in July 2019 alone, according to the latest NAAMSA vehicles sales report, the Fiesta is a beloved funky hatchback.
While it's been unable to knock its rival, the Volkswagen Polo, off pole position as the best-selling hatchback in the country, the Fiesta is totally deserving of its enormous success. Let's look at what makes it so special.
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The Tiggo 7 Pro blends style, performance, and technology to offer one of the most competitive mid-size SUVs on the South African market. Introduced in 2022, it’s quickly become a favourite for families who want a premium-feeling SUV without the premium price. Performance All models are powered by a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 108 kW and 210 Nm. Mated to a smooth CVT, the drive is effortless and economical for both city and highway driving. The top-tier Max versions offer a 1.6L turbo with a 145 kW output, DCT gearbox, and optional AWD for those seeking more punch and traction. Claimed fuel efficiency hovers around 6.8 L/100km.
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Ford assembles its vehicles in South Africa and offers great service through an extensive Ford dealership network, with branches located across the country. You can test drive and purchase a Ford Fiesta at any of these dealerships.
Ford South Africa also offers Ford Credit, a finance solution to help buyers purchase their new vehicles. Options include the new vehicle trade-in value guarantee, an added balloon payment, a 90-day payment holiday, and a 5% discount for students on their first new Ford vehicle.
The entry-level Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost Trend 6MT retails from R278,200.
Ford South Africa offers customers Ford Protect, their comprehensive car insurance policy which offers credit protection, extended cover, a deposit protector, and the Return To Invoice policy. In the event of an accident, this pays you out the original car purchase price minus either the vehicle's market value at the date of loss or the amount paid out by your car insurance company.
Ford is listed as one of the highest risk vehicles for theft in South Africa, according to Ctrack, a vehicle tracking and recovery agency. This will likely be factored into your Ford Fiesta car insurance quote, so keep this in mind when comparing insurance prices.
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| Vehicle Make & Model | Average Insurance Premium | Minimum Insurance Premium |
|---|---|---|
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.4 AMBIENTE 5DR | R 1,115 | R 325 |
| FORD FIESTA [2018] 1.0 ECOBOOST TREND 5DR | R 1,596 | R 427 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.6 ST ECOBOOST GDTI | R 1,544 | R 433 |
| FORD FIESTA [2018] 1.0 ECOBOOST TREND 5DR A/T | R 1,736 | R 438 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.0 ECOBOOST AMBIENTE 5DR | R 1,147 | R 332 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.0 ECOBOOST TITANIUM 5DR | R 1,345 | R 357 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.0 ECOBOOST TREND 5DR | R 1,195 | R 398 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.4 TREND 5DR | R 1,158 | R 360 |
| FORD FIESTA [2018] 1.0 ECOBOOST TITANIUM 5DR A/T | R 1,963 | R 460 |
| FORD FIESTA [2013] 1.0 ECOBOOST TREND 5DR POWERSHIFT | R 1,199 | R 337 |
All Tiggo 7 Pro models benefit from Chery’s 10-year / 1-million kilometre engine warranty for first-time owners, as well as a 5-year / 150,000 km comprehensive warranty and 5-year roadside assistance.
Prices quoted are correct at the time of publishing this article. The information in this article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal, or medical advice.
