For The diesel engine give more flexibility than the petrol as well as better economy and lower emissions, too. And, Zetec trim gives a reasonable amount of kit, including alloy wheels, which aren't standard on some lesser models.

Against The diesel engine suffers from a constant rumbling and this version isn't as much fun to drive as the petrol-powered cars. It's also much more expensive.

Ford Ka Hatchback

What Car? says

2 out of 5 stars

If you're after a Ka, don't bother with this model. It's simply much to expensive to recommend.

What Car? readers say

3.333333


Key facts

0–60mph
13.6 secs
Top speed
99 mph
Average mpg
68.9
Tank range
531 miles
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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

On paper, both of the Ford Ka engines offer pretty similar performance; but, while the diesel is more flexible, the rev-hungry petrol is more fun to drive. Perhaps most importantly, the petrol is available in a wider range of models, and for much less money, which is enough to make it our favourite.

Compared with the Fiat 500, with which the Ford Ka shares much, the baby Ford is sharper to drive, but not that well equipped. However, in common with Fiat, the Ford has a whole variety of options that allow you to personalise your Ka, on top of four 'Indivdual' models in the range, all with bespoke interior and exterior styling. Tick the right boxes on the options list and you should be able to ensure that your Ford Ka is - quite literally - unique.

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