Ford Ka 1.3i 3d (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
One of the cheapest new cars, but for the specification I think it's overpriced. The higher spec models are ridiculous money, even with the extra toys.
Costs
No costs beyond purchase, petrol and insurance… and the odd accessory.
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On the road
Driving
For a tiny little car it's very impressive - that's why I bought it. I was convinced by the test-drive.
Performance
I love the way it corners. It is loads of fun on twisty roads, even in lousy weather, but the engine is an archaic piece of underpowered junk - I'm surprised it's even got fuel injection.
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Living with it
Reliability
One problem to date - fixed under waranty by replacing the Throttle Position Sensor.
Image
Way too girly… I didn't care about image until I bought the Ka, but I had a nice big butch pickup before… God I miss it. I like the headlights though.
Comfort
I hate the seats. They're not even height adjustable. And I detest the plastic backs on them. It is quite roomy though in the front. Oh, but the standard radio made me miserable. I HAD to replace it.
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Security and Service
Security
I gave it a lousy rating beacause it doesn't have an alarm, or even central locking. I could get into it with a wire coat hanger if I ever locked the keys inside…
Service
Pretty good. All niggles have been fixed without argument.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Throttle Position Sensor went funny. Engine was over-revving like crazy when gearing down…
Other
High mount brakelight - didn't work until I pressed the pedal halfway when it was new.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes