Ford Ka 1996

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The Luxury is expensive new, if you pay Ford prices.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Service interval every 10K, although I get the oil and filter replaced every 5K. 26 - 45 mpg across all driving types is adequate.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Tenacious grip, very quick steering and supple ride - best in class. Can't fault it!

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The Endura-E is an aged powerplant. It works okay, but the party is spoiled by the 1.25 litre Zetec-SE (which is so much better).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nothing has gone wrong in 8K, but I don't expect anything to!

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheeky image, which still looks fresh some 5 years later.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lovely supple ride, lots of room in the front. The Luxury gets a fantastic full leather interior and air conditioning.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Remote radio locking and Ford's immobiliser, but no alarm.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    We bought it online, and the service was adequate. My usual Ford dealership are *much* better.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes