Ford1996-2009 Ka Overview

Ford Ka Overview (1996 - 2009)

1996 - 2009

Tech Specs Summary


91 - 108 mph

9.7 - 17.7 seconds

49 - 94 BHP

35.8 - 47.9 mpg
kg
946 - 1,136 kg

186 - 724 L (Hatchback)

214 L (Convertible)
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This generation of the Ford Ka was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1996 - 2009. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a hatchback or convertible. There are four power levels available from a 1.3 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Ford Ka 1.3i 50
(1997 - 1999)
...a 1.3i 50

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Ka is the Ford Ka 1.3i 50 which scores 1.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 49 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 52 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 91 mph and gets to 62 mph in 17.7 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Ford Ka 1.3i 50
(1997 - 1999)
...a 1.3i 50

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Ka 1.3i 50 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 442 miles and can store 186-724 litres of cargo.

Euro NCAP Results

2000
Adult Occupant
★★★
Pedestrian

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