Ford didn’t just have the EcoSport SUV as its show highlight in Bangkok for the press day today – the Blue Oval also gave the facelifted Ford Fiesta its ASEAN debut in its hatchback form, with actual market introduction set for later in the year. The facelift made its global premiere last September at Ford’s Go Further event in Amsterdam.
The reworked hatch features the by-now familiar Aston Martin-esque grille and power dome on the bonnet, and will now come with SYNC, Ford’s in-car connectivity system that connects mobile devices to the car via Bluetooth or USB – the system had its regional introduction in the Focus last year.
No daytime running lights though – the Thai Fiesta facelift still wears complex surface reflector headlamps instead of projector units, albeit in a different design than now.
The big news, however, is the introduction of the 1.0 litre EcoBoost engine into the scheme of things. The facelifted Fiesta will be the first Ford vehicle built in ASEAN to feature the 120 PS and 170 Nm three-cylinder turbocharged mill, which was 2012 International Engine of The Year, the first Ford lump to win the award.
No word if this will effectively replace the 1.6 Ti-VCT unit currently running in place, or if separate variants are in store, or even about the sedan version – word on the grapevine suggests that the 1.4 litre is to be dropped, and the 1.6 may be too, with the 1.5 litre Ti-VCT (as seen in the Thai Fiesta) and 1.0 litre EcoBoost taking things up.
Guess we’ll find out in due time, but the good news is that the EcoBoost coming. Stay tuned for updates to the gallery – Jonathan will be back at the show getting shots of the interior first thing tomorrow morning!
UPDATE: Apparently, the Ford Fiesta facelift was only on show at BIMS for the press day yesterday – the hatch is no longer at the event, so there are no photos of the interior to be had, unfortunately. Expect the interior layout to be no different than that seen in the facelifted Euro version (which is slightly different than the US version).
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Still do not like the new FL look. But that engine….it’s time to throw a party!
KLIMS organisers, look at Bangkok and feel ashamed. Stop just selling engine oils, shampoo, car mats etc and learn to launch new models.
woooo finally, wonder how long to reach here
Oh no. No Ford Ecosport?
I have been waiting for it.. long time..
At least, pls come to Malaysia..
1.0Ecoboost Ford Ecosport. I’m loving it.
…delicious…
…still rear drum tho…
The outgoing Fiesta still stops after a shorter distance than a Rio or Vios, so yeah, disc brakes may be better, but the Fiesta does a great job without.
Yay! 1.0 EcoBoost! But the headlamp.. Only reflector? No DRL?
EcoBoost manual please!
Aston Martin Fiesta!
By the way paying road tax and insurance also petrol of a viva for a power of a 1.6. Not bad.
sexy look, nice turbocharged engine.
affordable price too ?
I like the pre facelift looks.. But somehow I think post facelift “Aston look” looks just fine…
For Fiesta’s 1.0L EcoBoost engine, in UK it is mated with 5-speed manual transmission only for best fuel economy and emission.
For ASEAN region, not very sure will Ford do the same thing for 1.0L EcoBoost engine.
Wonder what mr rv sam loo has to say about small capacity engines
Walaowehh 1.0 turbo…better than stone age 1nzfe
We usually see future models or debuts in Bangkok/Jakarta motorshows but not here in Malaysia. In Malaysia, the motorshow mostly consists of the cars that are already on the road, not much future models or high profiled concepts. KLIMS is just a mere marketing expos for car brands(i.e Toyota, Nissan, etc.) to me. Plus, not many car brands anticipated in KLIMS. I remember the previous KLIMS was rather poor and dull. They really need to spice it up, here ! Hopefully, they’ll get more car brands and make it more interesting in the next KLIMS
but in KLIMS 2010 we get Batmobile with ST (shopping trolley) chassis
Finnaly the engine worth waiting for. Hope the Focus gets this too for a new base spec maybe? Just hoping.
3cylinder turbo…hmmm will be working overtime to achieve same output as the 1.6, yes even with all the new technology but metal on metal there is bound to be fatigue. And in this intance not too sure whats the lifespan – not the car but the heart
The exterior looks off to me. The pre FL looks better but the engine is exciting….and they need to intro it to the Ford Focus too!
Right Ford Malaysia, bring this in now. We will throw a party at AutoConnexion Ford in Federal Highway. :D
another contestant to fight the crz ugliness! awful face omg…
Those who booked the fiesta would be crying.
Road tax will be dirt cheap thanks to its 1.0 L engine.
Nice to see some Eco Boost action in Southeast Asia.
Fugly!!
OMG YES. BEEN WAITING FOR THIS.
I asked a Ford rep this past weekend about the 1.4 MT version and they said they received a note from Ford that it’s being discontinued.
Time to start saving for that lovely EcoBoost.
Great achievement in terms of engine technology, but sceptical about the durability of this tiny turbo boost engine in our hot and humid climate. Well, just have to wait and see the users reviews from the Thai market to ascertain its credibility.
With this engine I can smoke all Viva, Mirage on the street.
same 3 cylinder engine.
wt 170nm of torque, the ecoboost can even smoke the Vios,City,1.6 Forte….the likes
Except for Proton Preve CFE.
Small cc turbo charge engine? I thought Daihatsu have been there and done that. Sadly never reach officially in bolehland
Got aftermarket turbo kit for your Daihatsu if you can fork out the extra cash for extra power.
Come on la Ford, this is not “All New” Fiesta la.. This is “Facelift” Fiesta..
I have a hunch that it’s going to be >10k more for this compared to existing 1.6, because it’s ‘turbo’, regardless of it’s smaller cc.
Sekali tgk ader ruper macam aston martin..
My Ford Ranger has 375 Nm torque
my 2.2 diesel hyundai santa fe hv 440nm of torque….so wats your point?
can ur ford ranger stable at 140km/h ?
I drive a Ranger T-6, it is very stable at 140km/hr, BTW at 140 the speedo is only 2500rpm, can your car do that?
Hi guys any idea when is this fl coming over to Mlsy?
any price increase?and any picture for the interior design?
We need to know the concept of 1 liter 3 pot turbocharge engine first before going on further.120hp@6000rpm/170nm@3000rpm to haul a 1025kg car?i ardy drove it weeks ago during my business trip at UK and its a manual version.For town drive its feel like you’re driving a Honda City 1.5 to be honest but when I enter the freeway at speed of 125-140kmh the engine groaning.There are 4 adults in the car.The best I tries is 150kmh but need more effort to achieve that.Ideal cruising is around 95-130kmh.The only thing I like is between 2000-3200rpm where the car is as smooth as silk.Guess there’s no replacement for displacement after all.
Just checked out the Ford roadshow today at One U. Sales girl told me that the Ford Fiesta would be coming to Malaysia in July at the price of around RM83k. That’s the reason why the old Fiesta wasn’t featured at the roadshow alongside the Kuga/Focus. Anyone know how true this is?
wats the point when they cannot even provide adequate aftersales support?