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Dock in the centre of the instrument panel that enables occupants to store, mount and charge mobile devices such as phones and navigation systems.
Large front door bins can each hold a 1.0- litre bottle, a 0.6- litre bottle and a small umbrella.
Another feature is a hidden stowage bin within the end of the instrument panel which is only accessible when the driver’s door is open, allowing valuables to be hidden out of sight.
Outwardly the new small Ford may not share many of the original Ka’s styling but it looks purposeful with a distinctive high- mounted trapezoidal grille with large, sweptback headlamps and all models offer a smart, integrated finish with chrome detailing for the front grille, together with body- coloured bumpers, door handles and door mirrors.
A two- piece rear skirt with black insert adds character specifically for European models and also reduces replacement costs in the event of lowspeed accident damage.
The interior features a grained finish on the instrument panel and contemporary trim materials in a dark charcoal colour .
The Ka+ comes with a standard five- speed manual transmission and the tried and tested 1.2- litre engine has improved fuel efficiency with the use of low- friction engine oil and regenerative charging, which saves fuel by maintaining efficient charge levels in the vehicle battery by capturing ‘ free’ electrical energy when drivers coast or brake.
There are two series options - Studio offered with a 70bhp engine and Zetec which will be offered with both 70bhp and 85bhp options. Both engines achieve CO2 emissions of 114g/ km, with combined fuel consumption of 56.5mpg.
Studio and Zetec both come with standard safety equipment including six airbags, electronic stability control with hill start assist, and a tyre pressure monitoring system that can advise drivers with a warning light when a tyre is significantly underinflated.
All models feature a comprehensive standard specification including chrome front grille, front fog lamps with day running lights, power front windows, electrically operated door mirrors with side indicators, perimeter alarm with remote central locking, a speed limiter and Ford’s Easy Fuel system which is deisgned to prevent filling up from the wrong pump.
Special edition Ka+ Zetec Black and White versions will also be available to order later this year.