The Ford Fiesta and Ford KA are two popular hatchbacks in the UK. Both cars offer an exceptional drive for a mid-priced car, a range of modern features, excellent fuel efficiency and a sleek design.
Although the two models share some similarities, the Ford KA and Ford Fiesta are very different cars, each with their own unique features and benefits.
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Learn more about the history of the Ford Fiesta and the Ford KA to find out more about how the two models differ.
Find out more about the engine sizes you can expect to find in a Ford Fiesta or Ford KA.
Read more about the interior features and the differences between a Ford Fiesta and Ford KA.
Learn more about the styling of both models in this section.
Find out more about the trim levels you can choose from for both cars and the features available.
Learn about how the costs of both models compare.
Ford Fiesta vs Ford KA: How do they compare?
Ford Fiesta
The Ford Fiesta has been in production since 1972 and was Ford’s first ever supermini, as well as the smallest car in the Ford range at the time. Today, the Ford Fiesta continues to be one of the most popular cars in the UK thanks to its excellent range of models and features, solid price point and excellent driveability.
Ford KA
The Ford KA was introduced in 1996 as a small car designed for city driving. The Ford KA has seen a great deal of popularity in the UK and, despite new models being discontinued from the range in 2016, is still the 98th most popular car in the UK.
Each Ford car described in this guide offers a small hatchback and a perfect city car, each with different features that should be considered when choosing your next new or used car.
Comparing engine sizes
Ford Fiesta
The Ford Fiesta is available in a number of trim levels, with each model offering different engine sizes, including:
Ford KA
The Ford KA has fewer options, but there are still a few different types of engines such as:
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1.2-litre petrol engine
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1.5-litre diesel engine
Due it it’s age and the fact that it’s been discontinued, the Ford KA is available with fewer engine sizes and will not offer the same performance as a Ford Fiesta in terms of speed, fuel consumption.
Interior features: Key differences
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Features
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Ford Fiesta
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Ford KA
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Steering wheel
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Host of shortcuts for radio play, power door locking and trim work for style
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A few hands-free shortcuts on the steering wheel although it is much more simple in design
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In-car infotainment
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8-inch touchscreen in the centre console
Smartphone mirroring
Satellite navigation
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4.2 inch display in the dashboard
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Climate control
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Excellent climate control options including air conditioning and automatic climate control
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Basic climate control
Air conditioning
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Seats
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Ergonomically designed to keep you comfortable whilst driving
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Offers a comfortable position with little in the way of additional features
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Boot space
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311 litres
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224 litres
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Styling (exterior features)
Ford Fiesta
The new, redesigned Ford Fiesta has a sporty, streamlined exterior with a new style of alloy wheels. The bumpers of the Fiesta are designed with aerodynamics in mind, with a few gaping grilles and air intakes to keep the Fiesta firmly planted on the road.
The Ford Fiesta’s lights are sharp, vibrant and offer a range of innovations including daytime running lights and automated switching for when it gets dark.
The current colour lineup for the Ford Fiesta covers a range of colours including:
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Race red
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Frozen white
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Moondust silver
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Deep impact blue
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Magnetic
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Shadow black
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Bohai Bay mint
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Copper pulse
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Candy red
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Spirit blue
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Blue wave
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Molten orange
At four metres long and 1.7 metres wide, the Ford Fiesta has grown since the first model released in the 1970s and is much longer and wider than previous versions.
Ford KA
With wheel sizes ranging from 13 to 16 inches, the Ford KA focuses on smooth driving and handling instead of looks.
Exterior lighting on the KA is very similar to the Fiesta, with a sharp design that offers great visibility on the road.
This car is also available in a range of colours, including:
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Bright yellow
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Oxford white
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Deep impact blue
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Tuxedo black
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Smoke grey
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Ingot silver
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Ruby red
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Sparkling gold
The Ford KA has more compact dimensions than the Ford Fiesta, coming in at 3.6 metres ling and 1.6 metres wide.
Available Trim levels
Both cars are available in a number of different trim levels with varying features.
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Trim
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Features
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Ford Fiesta Trend
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Cloth trim in ebony
16-inch alloys
8-inch touchscreen display
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Ford Fiesta Titanium
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Sensico wrapped steering wheel
Sports contour seats
8-inch touchscreen display
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Ford Fiesta ST-Line
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Flat-bottomed steering wheel
Sports seating
8-inch touchscreen
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Ford Fiesta Active
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SUV-inspired design
Roof rails
Wide wheel arches
17-inch alloy wheels
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Ford Fiesta Vignale
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17-inch alloy wheels
Unique Vignale Grille
Satin aluminium trim
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Ford Fiesta ST
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Performance features
Variable driving modes
Performance-tuned chassis
Improved handling
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Ford KA trim levels
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Trim
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Features
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Ford KA Studio
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CD player
14-inch steel allow wheels
68 horsepower engine
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Ford KA Style
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35-litre fuel tank
1.2-litre engine
Keyless entry
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Ford KA Zetec
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15-inch alloy wheels
1.2-litre engine
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Ford KA Titanium
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16-inch alloy wheels
Leather interior
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Costs: How do the two models compare?
With prices starting at £16,385, the Ford Fiesta offers a lot of features and an excellent driving experience for a low-price tag.
To learn more about our new and used Ford Fiesta models in stock, please contact your local TC Harrison dealership today. Or, you can book a test drive.
The Ford Ka is no longer in production, which means you will need to buy second hand. As a result, prices are substantially lower on the Ford Ka. You can pick up a decent used Ka for around £4,000.
Take a look at our range of used Ford cars, or contact your local dealership for more information on stock and deals available.