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Ford's upcoming 2011 Fiesta subcompact is being targeted at what Ford calls "urban millenials," a group that consists mostly of young and single--or married sans children--city dwellers. But given the car's price point--the Fiesta starts at just under $14,000--there will be some families who might investigate the Fiesta as a choice for family duties.
So the question is, then: Does a car intended for the youth crowd work well as a family hauler?
First, some basics. Fiesta is available as a four-door sedan or a five-door hatchback. There is only one engine choice: A 1.6-liter four-cylinder that makes 120 horsepower and 112 lb-ft of torque. Two transmissions--a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic--are available. The automatic uses a dual-dry clutch setup instead of a conventional torque converter, but enthusiasts may be saddened, as no paddle shifters are offered.
Trim levels are as follows: S, SE, and SEL on the sedan, SE and SES on the hatchback. Ford is offering features that are...
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| 4dr Sedan (3) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan S Specs | $13,200 | $12,773 | 28 | 37 |
| 4dr Sedan SE Specs | $14,500 | $13,995 | 28 | 37 |
| 4dr Sedan SEL Specs | $16,600 | $15,969 | 28 | 37 |
| 4dr HB (2) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr HB SE Specs | $15,500 | $14,935 | 28 | 37 |
| 4dr HB SES Specs | $17,500 | $16,815 | 28 | 37 |
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