Good news for fans of the clutch pedal – Ford has reintroduced a manual transmission for the Ford Fiesta in Malaysia. The Fiesta was launched with a 3 variant line-up – one manual hatchback, a twin-clutch hatchback and a twin-clutch sedan, but after that the manual transmission was phased.
Now it has been reintroduced with better specs than before – the Ford Fiesta 1.4 LX Manual now comes with 7 airbags, a big upgrade from the original specs which had 1 airbag.
The pricetag of RM69,999 is only RM111 higher than the original 1.4 manual’s RM69,888 price tag. It also comes with ABS, EBD, ISOFIX child seat mounting points, a 3 years Ford Extended Service Plan free service package and a 3 year warranty.
Look after the jump for an embedded spec sheet and price list.
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Comments generally support Ford's reintroduction of the Fiesta 1.4 LX Manual in Malaysia with 7 airbags at RM69,999, highlighting the value for safety and affordability. Many appreciate the increased safety features, especially the extra airbags, seeing it as a major upgrade over previous models and competitors. There’s a consensus that the inclusion of 7 airbags at this price point sets a new benchmark and indicates a shift towards prioritizing safety in budget cars. Some comments mention the potential for a manual 1.6 version and lament that most automakers, especially Proton and Perodua, do not offer more safety features or manual options at this segment. Overall, the sentiment is positive, praising Ford for offering a budget-friendly yet well-equipped car, with some humorous remarks and expectations for future updates.