Ford KA 2008
The 2002 design was superb. It climbed up an icy embankment like a persistent beetle, held its own on an icy road, climbed a steep hill with the ease of a laugh, while the Volvo, licking black smoke and tearing up the ground, roared and went nowhere. I drove all the bumpy and big puddle-filled forest roads like a small light tank. A real all-terrain vehicle. Even less blown off the road than the ...
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This generation of Ford KA 3 door version has been produced from November, 2008 to December, 2015. We can provide information about 2 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with front wheel drive.
This Ford is available with one petrol engine with displacement 1.2 litres and power of 69 HP un one diesel engine with displacement 1.2 litres and power of 75 HP.
The car is available with only with manual gearbox.
Ford KA 2008 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is approximately 5.1 litres per 100km, but for diesel engine - approximately 4.2 litres per 100km.
According to user reviews, Ford KA real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 21 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +24% for petrol engines and +17% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Ford KA modification.
Ford KA 2008 CO2 emissions for petrol engine is approximately 119 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 112 grams per kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 13 seconds has Ford Ka 1.3 TDCi version, Ford Ka 1.2 is slower and reaching this speed only in 13.1 seconds. The maximum top speed is 161 km/h for the 1.3 diesel 4-cylinder 75 hp version (Ford Ka 1.3 TDCi).
Lenght of Ford KA is 362 cm, it is small car. Ford KA gross weight is from 1320 to 1415 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Ford KA trunk space is 224 litres, by folding down all rear seats boot capacity can be increased to 710 litres.
This Ford is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2800 €. According to user reviews, average Ford KA repair costs are 5 € per year. Users calculated Ford KA 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1600 € cost per year and 0.16 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 52%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 31% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Ford KA for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Ford KA prices and costs.
Ford KA modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Ka 2008 1.2 | 1.2 Petrol | 69 HP | 5.1 l/100km |
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Ford Ka 2008 1.2 1.3 TDCi
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 13 seconds |
1.2 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.2 l/100km |
Ford KA safety
During safety testing Ford KA has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford KA is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford KA got two stars.
Ford KA prices
Ford KA 2008 - 2015 hatchback price in Latvia is from 1300 € to 7000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Ford KA price is very low - Ford KA is approximately for 31 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 2008 - 2015 prices). The reason of Ford KA low price could be its poor quality (see below) so we recommend particularly examine the car before purchase and do not choose it only by price.
| Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford KA 2015 price | 4800 € | 6000 € | 7000 € | |
| Ford KA 2011 price | 1900 € | 2100 € | 2300 € | |
| Ford KA 2010 price | 1800 € | 2100 € | 2300 € | |
| Ford KA 2009 price | 1800 € | 2300 € | 2600 € | |
| Ford KA 2008 price | 1300 € | 1600 € | 2400 € |
Ford KA total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Ford KA? Users calculated Ford KA 2008 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1600 € cost per year and 0.16 € cost per one kilometer.
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Ford KA reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Ford KA reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2022 defects were detected in an average of 21.5 percent of Ford KA of this generation (on average 11 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 17.9%.
Ford KA reliability and quality
Most reliable used over 15 years old cars
Most reliable over 15 years old hatchbacks
Ford KA 2008 features (options)
Percentage of Ford KA with corresponding feature (option)
67% Metallic paint
67% Adjustable steering wheel
33% Heated seats
11%
Ford KA 2008 photo images
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Ford KA reviews
Pros: Beautiful design, easy to park, very economical and durable, as they say, it just starts and goes, never a problem. Very good interior finish. In principle, liked everything.
| Purchase year: | 2020 age of car 11 years) | Owned for | 12`000 kilometers (3 years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average fuel consumption: | 3.8 litres per 100km (60% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend