Ford Fiesta facelift review, test drive

On the inside Ford has tried to improve the perceived quality. A new glossy black trim for the centre console on this Titanium trim and contrasting beige seats do improve the ambience of the cabin, and the equipment levels have gone up as well. Ford’s latest voice-operated Sync system has been incorporated in the Fiesta with new features that include Emergency Assistance and AppLink. Like in the EcoSport the Emergency Assistance dials emergency responders in case of an accident, while AppLink, which makes its India debut on the Fiesta facelift, allows certain apps from your phone to display relevant information on the car’s infotainment system. New features on the top-end variant include automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers and parking sensors. However, there have been no structural changes, so the back seat experience is still hampered by the low-set seat and poor leg room.

The Fiesta remains a sweet car to steer; the electric steering is light at low speeds and weighs up accurately as you go faster. The Fiesta’s suspension also remains as impressive as ever, with an uncanny ability to glide over bumps, while still maintaining great poise out on the highway. Straightline stability is simply outstanding. The Fiesta’s stiff body also provides great insulation from engine, road, suspension and tyre noise.