Ford makes Fiesta Panel Van official

Jeremy Korzeniewski — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 09:23:00 EST

Filed under: Budget, Wagon, Europe, Hatchback, Ford, Misc. Auto Shows

Well, it wasn't the Paris unveiling we had expected, but Ford has indeed pulled the covers off its Fiesta Panel Van at the 2008 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover, Germany. Based on the three-door Fiesta hatchback, the new Panel Van is designed for commercial and private users who only need to haul non-human goods and want to use the most economical vehicle possible for the job. Sure, it's no Super Duty, but it'll get the job done for a large number of drivers across the pond. Under the stylish hood, buyers will find a choice of gas or diesel engines ranging from a 60-horse 1.2-liter gas unit to the range-topping 1.6-liter diesel outputting 90-horsepower and 150 lb-ft. Europeans will be able to get over 67 miles out of each of their oddly-sized gallons while sending just 110 g/km of carbon out their tailpipes with the most frugal diesel engine option. See here for a preview of how the new car might drive and click past the break for all the juicy details.

Gallery: Ford Fiesta Panel Van

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Paris Preview: Ford Fiesta Panel Van?

Jonathon Ramsey — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 15:32:00 EST

Filed under: Budget, Wagon, Europe, Paris Motor Show, Hatchback, Ford

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The new Ford Fiesta isn't just good for going fast and looking good - apparently you can also make a panel van out of it. Details are scant before its supposed appearance at the Paris Motor Show, but this little guy is aimed at small businesses that might want something even more economical than the Ford Transit. The passenger compartment is separated from the cargo by a bulkhead and the latter can hold 1,000 liters, which quadruples the storage space of the 5-seater car. As long as buyers aren't hauling lead, they should be all right -- the car is supposed to get motors ranging from 60 to 90 horsepower. We'll bring more details and pics from the Paris show, as all we know right now is that the Ford Feista Panel Van will start at €11,070 in Germany.

Gallery: 2009 Ford Fiesta

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