Ford Ka+ 2019 - Kia Morning competitor, price from 15,200 USD
New version of urban car with upgraded design, added Active version with sporty style in Europe.
Entering the small hatchback segment in Europe in mid-2016, Ka+ is Ford's cheapest product, competing with rivals such as Kia Picanto (Morning), Chevrolet Spark, Hyundai Grand i10. The 2019 version of Ka+ has a more modern exterior than its predecessor.
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Ford Ka+ 2019 launched in Europe. |
Ford Ka+ 2019 has a honeycomb chrome grille instead of horizontal bars like before.Standard fog lights, LED daytime running lights. Slightly tweaked taillights.
For the first time, Ford added the Ka+ Active version with a sporty appearance. The car has a black painted grille, muscular front and rear bumpers. Ground clearance is increased by 23 mm compared to the standard version. The car is aimed at the main competitor Kia Morning X-line.
The interior of the low-cost Ford model is quite simple. Dark materials are used as the main material, while many parts such as door handles, control knobs on the dashboard or air-conditioning vents are chrome-plated. SYNC3 infotainment system, voice control or touch on the 6.5-inch screen interfaceh. Android Auto and Apple Car Play are available on the Ford Ka+.
The Ka+ 2019 is equipped with a new 1.2-liter 3-cylinder gasoline engine, with two power options of 70 horsepower and 85 horsepower. The remaining engine is a 1.5-liter diesel, with a capacity of 95 horsepower. All versions are combined with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Safety technologies on the new Ford Ka+ include hill start assist, speed limit setting, six airbags, electronic balance, tire pressure warning. The car has electric windows and rearview mirrors.
Ford Ka+ 2019 will be sold in the European market around the end of 2018, priced from 15,200 USD in the UK. The rival Kia Morning is priced from 13,300 USD.
