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Lancia Delta

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{{Infobox |
|Image = [[Image:Tibetan lancia.jpg|300px]]
|Marque = [[Lancia]]
|aka = '''Type aka here, not up there'''
|Production = 1979 - 1994 2009 - present
|Class = Mid-sized Premium Hatchback
|Body Style = 5-door, 5-seat hatchback
|Length = '''length - type here'''
|Width = '''Width - type here'''
|Height = '''Height - type here'''
|Wheelbase = '''wheelbase - type here'''
|Weight = '''Weight - you get the point'''
|Transmission = 6-speed Manual, Robotized & Automatic
|Engine = 1.4 litre ''TurboJet'' ''Petrol'' [[Inline-4]] 1.4 litre ''TurboJet'' ''Petrol'' [[Inline-4]] 1.6 litre ''MultiJet'' ''turbodiesel'' [[Inline-4]] '''Planned:''' 2.0 litre ''MultiJet'' ''turbodiesel'' [[Inline-4]] 1.9 litre ''MultiJet'' ''TwinTurbo'' [[Inline-4]] 1.8 litre ''Turbojet'' Di ''Petrol'' [[inline-4]]
|Power = 120 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 150 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 120 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 165 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 190 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 200 hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm 
|Similar = '''similar (competition)'''
|Designer = [[Lancia Centro Stile]] [[Giorgetto Giugiaro]]
}}
The '''Lancia Delta''' is a [[small family car]] produced by Italian automaker [[Lancia]] from 1979 to 1994. It is revived for the 21st-Century, debuting at the 2008 [[Geneva Motor Show]] and the new Delta is expected to go on sale for the 2009 model year.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Wikicars:Model Review Template|<MODEL> Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
* For 2009, the Delta nameplate is ressurected. [http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080205.010/geneva-lancia-delta-images-released]

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===Styles and Major Options===
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===Pricing===
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===Gas Mileage===
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As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

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===Engine and Transmission===
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===Performance===
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===Photos===

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===Main Competitors===
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==Interior==
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==Resale Values==
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==Generations==
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==Future Generation: (2008–present)==

In September 2006 Lancia officially announced the revival of the Delta name, with new cars to be built on the Fiat C platform, as reported in the UK ''Car Magazine''. [http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/news.php?sid=139&page=1] This confirmed an earlier report, also in ''Car'' [http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/news.php?page=1&sid=16], which highlighted the planned high-performance Delta Integrale model. The first new Delta, the Delta HPE, is initially expected to arrive in 2008, with the world premiere of the new HPE concept being held at the 63rd [[Venice International Film Festival]].

===Second generation (1993–1999)===
The successor to the original Delta, the ''Delta Nuova'', was introduced in 1993 based on the [[Fiat Tipo]] platform. The Delta Nuova was targeted at customers more interested in comfort and convenience than overall performance and power: the acquisition of [[Alfa Romeo]] in 1990 by Fiat meant that there was no need for Fiat to build [[sports car]]s under its Lancia and Alfa Romeo brands.

The Delta Nuova was offered with engine versions up to 187 bhp (138 kW), but without four-wheel drive.

The new model was not offered for sale in the United Kingdom, not only because it was not available in right hand drive (despite the fact that the Delta Integrale had sold well even with only left hand drive versions available), but also because the brand had become increasingly unpopular in that country due to rust problems with older Lancias. Lancia finally abandoned the UK and other right-hand drive markets, in 1994.

The Delta was deropped from Lancia's lineup in 1999. The [[Lancia Dedra|Dedra]] did get a replacement, the [[Lancia Lybra|Lybra]], which was not offered with a hatchabck body style.

===First Generation/Origins (1979–1992)===
The first Delta was a five-door [[hatchback]] designed by [[Giorgetto Giugiaro]] and released in 1979. For a period of time, it was also sold in Sweden by [[Saab Automobile]], badged as the [[Saab 600]]. Saab assisted with some areas of the cars' design and as a result the Delta was better suited for colder climates and less prone to rust than other Lancias. Key competitors were the [[Volkswagen Golf]], [[Opel Astra]]/[[Opel Kadett|Kadett]] and [[Ford Escort]]. For a few years after its launch, the Delta was one of the most contemporarily styled cars of its class in Europe and was voted [[Car of the Year]] in [[1980]].

While the majority of Delta models were ordinary small family cars, the most famous model was the '''Delta HF Integrale''', a [[four-wheel drive]] [[hot hatch]] with a powerful [[turbocharger|turbocharged]] [[petrol engine]]. A tweaked version of the HF dominated the [[World Rally Championship]], scoring 46 WRC victories overall and winning the Constructors Championship a record six times in a row from 1987 to 1992.

The [[Lancia Delta S4]], while sharing the same name and appearance, was a [[Group B]] race car designed specifically for rallying, and entirely different from the commercial Delta in terms of construction and performance.

====HF4WD====

In 1986 the [[rallying]] world suffered a tremendous blow in terms of development as FISA decided to scrap plans for a proposed Group S as well as cancelling Group B. It was ruled that [[Group B]] cars were too fast and, as a consequence, too dangerous. It is arguable that Lancia was one of the more far-sighted manufacturers at the time, as it was already developing the Delta HF 4X4 production car using experience gained from the development of the S4 rally car.

Superseding the Delta HF Turbo as the flagship of the Delta range — S4 excepted — the HF 4WD had a lot to live up to. The HF Turbo i.e. was no slouch and its handling was praiseworthy for a front-wheel drive car.

The Delta range was first introduced to the UK in 1980 and remained virtually unchanged until 1986, when small changes were made to the cars' body shape, the engines updated and the four-wheel drive model introduced.

One of the features of the Delta HF 4WD is the under-statement of the body stlying. There is very little to distinguish the car from the earlier 'Turbo i.e.' apart from the four-headlight system, fog lamps mounted in the front spoiler, discreet 4WD badging on the rear hatch, small side skirts and two raised air intakes on the bonnet (hood). The later car is therefore virtually indistinguishable from the 1600 cc HF Turbo i.e.

With 165 [[horsepower|bhp]] (123 kW) on tap, the best way of transfering it to the road is via four, rather than two-wheel drive. In the Delta HF 4X4, Lancia was not content to go for a simple system but rather opted for one with an in-built torque-splitting action to ensure that the available power was going to the wheels with the most traction at any given time, thus ensuring the most efficient use of the available power and torque.

Three differentials are at the heart of the system. Drive to the front wheels is linked through a free-floating differential; drive to the rear wheels is transmitted via a 56/44 front/rear torque-splitting Ferguson viscous-coupling-controlled epicyclic central differential.

The real innovation as far as production cars are concerned however, lies between the rear wheels.

The [[Torsen]] (torque sensing) rear differential is similar to that found on McLaren [[Formula 1]] cars. The result of combining these differentials in this configuration is a four-wheel-drive system which responds automatically to available grip and road conditions, and which requires no manual input from the driver, delivering maximum traction at all times.

The Torsen differential is a true 'intelligent' differential in the way it distributes torque. It divides the torque between the wheels according to the available grip, and does so without ever locking fully: maximum lockup is 70%.

Standard differentials are either free-floating or self-locking. Free-floating systems are good at differentiating between wheel speeds on bends, but always supply the same amount of torque to both wheels. In this situation, however, there is a risk that the wheel with the lighter load (on an incline, for example) or less grip, will lose traction. To counteract this possibility, totally self-locking differentials ensure that both wheels rotate at the same speed but in doing this, prevent free differentiation in cornering, to the detriment of handling and stability.

The basic suspension layout of the Delta 4WD remains the same as in the rest of the two-wheel drive Delta range: [[MacPherson strut]]–type independent suspension with dual-rate dampers and helicoidal springs, with the struts and springs set slightly off-centre.

There are a few more subtle changes, though, with the suspension mounting points to the body shell, now better insulated by incorporating flexible rubber links to provide improved isolation. Progressive rebound bumpers have also been adopted, while the damper rates, front and rear toe-in and the relative angle between springs and dampers have all been altered. The steering retains the rack and pinion mechanism of the rest of the Delta range, but in this application it is power-assisted. Steering effort has been reduced further by fitting thrust bearings of the ball, rather than roller type. Additional steering sensitivity has also been obtained by adjusting the angle of incidence of the steering rack.

====Integrale 8v====

Taking the all-conquering Delta HF 4WD that decimated its rivals on tarmac, snow, ice and loose surfaces throughout the 1987 season, Lancia designed the HF Integrale to incorporate all the advanced technical features of the rally car enhanced by the lessons learned in one of the world's toughest motor sport arena. The result is a stylish, luxurious yet utterly practical five door hatchback with impeccable road manners, but capable of a blistering 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration in just 6.6 seconds and a maximum speed of 133 mph (214 km/h).

At the heart of the 8 valve HF Integrale is a 2-litre 4 cylinder fuel injected single cam engine, fitted with contra-rotating balancing shafts. This version, of what is surely one of the world's most competition proven power units, incorporated the following improvements over the HF 4WD: New valves, valve seats and water pump, larger water and oil radiators, more powerful cooling fan and bigger air cleaner. A larger capacity Garrett T3 [[turbocharger]] with improved air flow and bigger inter-cooler to aid volumetric efficiency, together with revised settings for the electronic injection/ignition control unit and a knock sensor, boost power output to 185 [[horsepower#PS|bhp (DIN)]] (136 kW) at 5300 rpm and maximum torque of 31 m·kgf (304 N·m, 224 lbf·ft) at 3500 rpm.

The Delta boasts one of the worlds most advanced [[transmission]] systems incorporating permanent 4wheel drive, a front transversely mounted engine and five-speed gearbox. An epicyclic centre differential normally splits the torque 56 per cent to the front axle, 44 per cent to the rear. However a noiseless, fully automatic Ferguson viscous coupling balances the torque split to give the optimal division between front and rear axles depending on road conditions and tyre grip. The Torsen rear differential further divides the torque delivered to each rear wheel according to grip available. By using the interaction between a worm screw and helical gear (movement is transmitted from screw to gear only) the Torsen system ensures that the wheel with less weight or grip receives less torque and therefore maintains traction. A free floating front differential completes the system to ensure maximum traction even at speed on adverse road surfaces. A shorter final drive ratio (3.111 instead of 2.944 on the HF 4WD) is used to match the larger 6.5x15 wheels to give 24 mph/1000 rpm (39 km/h per 1000 rpm) in fifth gear.

Both braking and suspension were uprated to match the HF Integrale's increased performance. The ventilated front discs were increased in diameter to 284 mm, improved friction coefficient pads were fitted to the rear brakes. A larger brake master cylinder and servo lessened pedal effort for quicker response and reduced the risk of overheating in even the most demanding situations. The all round independent suspension features new front springs, dampers and front struts.

In line with the mechanical improvements and higher performance, Lancia gave the HF Integrale a new, more purposeful look while retaining all the practical advantages of the five door body shell. Immediately noticeable are the rounded, bulged wheel arches housing the wider section 195/55 VR tyres on 15 inch 6J alloy wheels. A new bonnet incorporated air louvres while the restyled bumpers wrapped around to meet the wheel arches at front and rear. The front bumper, now wider, incorporates air intakes to assist engine cooling, and houses rectangular auxiliary driving lights, that compliment the twin circular headlights. The side skirts are faired into the wheel arches at front and rear and carry "Delta HF Integrale" badges to compliment those on grille and rear hatch. The twin rear view mirrors are finished in body colour.

====Integrale 16v====

In 1988, Lancia gained 10 victories out of 11 rallies and the world title, won well before the end of the season. The 8 valve Delta had won, ahead of every rival in every continent, demonstrating its unrivalled performance, reliability and durability. But Lancia did not let this lull them into complacency, the 16 valve HF Integrale was being developed and was to run alongside its stablemate during the 1989 season. The new car was identifiable from its predecessor by the raised centre of the bonnet to accommodate the new 16 valve engine. The other exterior changes visible were; wider wheels and tyres and new identity badges front and rear.

[[Image:8ec6c8a081818cddf4155b7ba7c52630.jpg|260px|thumb|Lancia Delta in Auto Week test]]

The torque split was changed to 47% front and 53% rear, this gave the car better handling characteristics, on tarmac, where the Ford Cosworths were beginning to show their potential. Both the 8 and 16 valve cars were in use by the Works Team during the 1989 season, the 16 valve made its successful debut on the [[Sanremo Rally]] with [[Miki Biasion]], at this time the new livery of the 16 valve cars was red, the colour reverted to white for 1990 as red was found to be less incisive than white in photographs and on television.

The turbocharged 2-litre Lancia 16v engine is already a powerful, refined performer, but was further developed for the Integrale 16v. Generating 200 bhp (149 kW) at 5500 rpm, it can take the car to a maximum speed of 137 mph (220 km/h) and get it from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 5.7  seconds. Larger injectors provide higher power output and efficient exploitation of the fuel feed at high engine speeds. The response of a Garrett T3 [[turbocharger]] is immediate, thanks to the reduced inertia of the turbine. A highly efficient intercooler provides the driver with more power and greater reliability. The new over-boost system uses a proportional electrovalve, to give a lift to engine torque: 220 lbf·ft (298 N·m) at 3000 rpm. All these improvements make the road-going version of the Integrale 16v a spirited, reliable and inherently safe car. The exuberant 16-valve engine, however, retains commendable refinement, thanks to the inclusion of two counter-rotating balancer shafts, eliminating vibration to give superb smoothness. The engine can also run on unleaded fuel without modification.

The Lancia Delta HF Integrale 16v uses a dual circuit braking system with each axle separate, which is safer because directional stability is maintained by each axle. The optional four-channel, second generation ABS system is mounted on this circuit. Designed specifically for four-wheel drive, it ensures safe braking on all surfaces and in any situation, in the minimum distance, to maintain directional stability. In emergency braking, the electronic control unit uses two sensors, detecting transverse and longditudinal accelerations to deliver braking pulses appropriate to each side of the vehicle. Loss of control over ground with uneven grip can thus be prevented. The sensors are situated at the car's centre of gravity, near the gear lever. System efficiency is assured by electronic self diagnosis carried out automatically after starting the engine

====Integrale Evoluzione====

The first Evoluzione cars were built at the end of 1991 and through 1992. These were to be the final homologation cars for the Lancia Rally Team; the [[Catalytic]] Evoluzione II (below) was never rallied by the Factory.

In order to improve the handling, the Evoluzione I had a wider track front and rear than earlier Deltas. In order to enclose this track in the bodywork, the wide arches were extended even further and in the process also became more rounded. The wings were now made in a single pressing, whereas previously they had been fabricated. The front strut top mounts were also raised in height in the quest for more grip: this then necessitated a front strut brace to control the forces thus generated.

External changes included: new grilles in the front bumper to improve the air intake for engine compartment cooling; a redesigned bonnet (hood) with new lateral air slats to further assist underbonnet ventilation; an adjustable roof spoiler above the tailgate to assist in competition and to emphasise the cars sporty lines; new five-bolt (stud) wheels derived from the rally cars (stronger than the previous design); and finally, the rear of the car was changed with only one exhaust pipe now showing.

* No changes to the tried and trusted chassis configuration: MacPherson-type independent suspension at front with lower wishbones;
* [[anti-roll bar]];
* segmented dampers with a brace between the strut tops;
* [[MacPherson-type independent suspension]] at rear with transverse rods;
* longitudinal transversal reaction struts;
* disc brakes on all wheels, with double cylinder calipers at the front;
* floating calipers at the rear;
* split crossover hydraulic circuit with power brake and brake power modulator on rear wheels;
* [[Bosch]] ABS as standard;
* [[rack and pinion steering]] with [[mechanical amplifier|servo assistance]];

The new Integrale retained the four wheel drive layout: an epicyclic centre diff with torque splitter (47% to front, 53% to rear), Ferguson viscous coupling and Torsen rear differential.

The engine, although technically the same as the earlier 16V cars, was remapped to give 210 bhp (157 kW) at 5750 rpm in order to compensate for the slight increase in weight and increased frontal area. This kept the performance figures virtually unchanged.

The above improvements were aimed at, and did change, the cars' handling potential, whith the new car being able to travel 5–6% faster over rally sections both tarmac and gravel. The result was even greater driver confidence when driving in normal road conditions.

Interior trim was now Grey [[Alcantara]] as standard, covering the same [[Recaro]] seats as fitted to the earlier 16V cars; leather and [[air conditioning]] were offered as options. The interior was finished with a new anotomic grip gear lever and leather-covered Momo steering wheel.

A number of Evoluzione I cars were built to meet Swiss regulations and were consequently equipped with an 8-valve engine complete with catalytic converter, producing 165 bhp (123 kW). It is often considered that this version is a little underpowered for the weight of the car.

====Integrale Evoluzione II====

The 1993 edition of the Delta HF integrale featured an updated version of the 2-litre 16-valve turbo engine to produce more power, as well as a three-way catalyst and Lambda probe. The addition of the catalyst did not penalise performance. Indeed, the Evoluzione II produced more power and torque than its predecessor, the Evoluzione I. That's because Lancia added a series of technical improvements that may be summed up as follows:

A Marelli integrated engine control system with an 8 MHz clock frequency which incorporates:

* timed sequential multipoint injection;
* self-adapting injection times;
* automatic idling control;
* engine protection strategies depending on the temperature of intaken air;
* Mapped ignition with two double outlet coils;
* Three-way catalyst and pre-catalyst with lambda probe ([[oxygen sensor]]) on the turbine outlet link;
* Anti-evaporation system with air line for canister flushing optimised for the turboengine;
* New [[Garrett]] turbocharger: water-cooled with boost-drive management i.e. boost controlled by feedback from the central control unit on the basis of revs/throttle angle, mapping designed for ultra-progressive response to acceleration;
* Knock control by engine block sensor and new signal handling software that acted simultaneously on spark advance, fuel quantity injected and turbocharging;

The basic engine structure remained unchanged:

* twin counter-rotating balancer shafts;
* light alloy cylinder heads;
* twin overhead camshafts driven by toothed belt;
* four valves per cylinder;

The engine developed a maximum power output of 215 bhp DIN (158 kW) (against 210 bph on the earlier uncatalysed version) and maximum torque of 32 kgf·m (310 N·m) (formerly 31 kgf·m or 300 N·m).

In order to underline the even more advanced engineering and performance of the 1993 version, the new Integrale was also given a cosmetic and functional facelift.

Briefly:

* new 16" light alloy rims with 205/45 ZR 16 tyres for better brake cooling and enhanced dynamic vehicle behaviour especially in lateral roadholding terms;
* body colour roof moulding to underline the connection between the roof and the Solar control windows;
* red-painted cylinder head;

Inside:

* new leather-covered three-spoke MOMO steering wheel;
* standard [[Recaro]] seats upholstered in beige [[Alcantara]] with diagonal stitching;

The sporty look of the new Delta was highlighted by an aluminium fuel cap and air-intake grilles on the front mudguards which act as a more efficient 'air exhaust'.

==Worldwide==
If the [[automobile|vehicle]] is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.

==Design quirks and oddities==
*Delta HF Integrales are still run competitively, with modified versions producing between 300 and 500 bhp (224 and 373 kW);
*It is possible to tune the car to produce extremely high outputs (>700 bhp / >522 kW) [http://www.redline.lt/magazine/featured-cars/article/article/10/2/];
*The largest English language forum for owner help and the discussion of all matters related to the Integrale is [http://forums.delphiforums.com/evoforum/start Evocorner Forum].
*EvoForum in the UK organises an annual [http://www.londontobrightonrun.com London to Brighton Run], attracting over 120 Lancias;
*Despite the length of time it has not been in competition, the Lancia Delta remains the most successful rally car ever.

==Awards==
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==See Also==
* [[Rallying]]
* [[Lancia Delta S4]]
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==External links==
{{commonscat|Lancia Delta}}
* [http://www.lanciamotorclub.co.uk Lancia Motor Club (UK)]
* [http://jalopnik.com/349120/lancia-to-launch-car-in-second-life-before-first-life Geneva Auto Show: Lancia to Launch Car in Second Life, Before First Life]
* [http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080205.010/geneva-lancia-delta-images-released Geneva: Lancia Delta Images Released]
* [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/02/2009-lancia-delta-new-images-surface.html 2009 Lancia Delta: New Images Surface Online]
* [http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080217.007/new-lancia-delta-images-online New Lancia Delta Images Online]
* [http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/02/2009-lancia-delta-new-official-images.html 2009 Lancia Delta – New Official Images & Details, 200 HP 1.8 Turbo Unit Also Planned]



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Ford Ka

2008-08-23T03:28:19Z

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{{Infobox |
|Image = [[Image:Ford-ka-f3q-a.jpg|300px]]
|Marque = [[Ford]]
|aka = '''Type aka here, not up there'''
|Production = 1996-Present (Hatchback), 2003-2006 ([[Convertible]])
|Class = [[City Car]]
|Body Style = 3-door, 5-seat, [[FF layout|Front-Engined]] Hatchback 2-door, 2-seat, [[FF layout|Front-Engined]] [[Convertible]] and [[Coupe-Cabriolet]]
|Length = 142.501 in ([[Hatchback]])
|Width = 64.201 in (Hatchback)
|Height = 53.901 in (Hatchback)
|Wheelbase = 96.401 in (Hatchback)
|Weight = 861.8 kg (Hatchback)
|Transmission = 5-speed [[manual]]
|Engine = '''engine'''
|Power = N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of [[torque]] @ N/A rpm
|Similar = [[Mini One]] [[Seat Arosa]] [[Smart ForTwo]] - (formerly [[Smart City Coupe]])
|Designer = [[Sam Daysh]]
}}
The '''[[Ford]] Ka''' is a small [[city car]] launched by Ford in 1996 to compete with cars such as the [[Mini]] One, [[Seat]] Arosa, and [[Smart]] ForTwo (formerly City [[Coupe]]). The European version is produced in Spain, whereas the Latin American version is produced in Brazil. In 2008 it will be replaced by a car co-developed by [[Fiat]] utilising the [[Fiat Panda]] platform.

===Recent Changes===
* Though not set to officially debut until the 2008 [[Paris Motor Show]], Ford, as early as the first of August 2008, has released images of its forthcoming '''second generation Ka'''. Interestingly, despite the lack of released info as of this writing, it is confirmed that the new Ka will share the same underpinnings as the [[Fiat Nuova 500]] and will be built in the same plant in Poland.[http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/01/officially-official-ford-debuts-all-new-ka/]

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Image:Ka 1.jpg
Image:Ka 2.jpg
Image:Ka 3.jpg
</gallery>

* On February of 2008, the Ford of Brazil will launch the new generation of the Brazilian market's version of the Ford Ka. [http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080121.001/new-brazilian-ford-ka-available-in-february]

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Image:Brazilian Ford Ka 1.jpg
</gallery>

===Styles and Major Options===
The Ka has quite a model history. Since 1996, a hatchback, convertible and e-Ka model have been produced.

====European Hatchback====
[[Image:Aefordka67901fh1.jpg|right|thumb|European Ford Ka Hatchback]]
[[Image:180px-Ka_action_br_05.jpg|thumb|Latin American Ford Ka Hatchback]]

The European version of the Ford Ka uses distinctive styling which remains relevant even today - eleven years after it's release. Currently, all Ka models except for the SportKa come with a 1.3 engine, with 1297cc. Pricing for '''July 2007 in the UK''' starts at £7,095 for the Ka Studio, and ends at £9,995 for the SportKa. Trim levels currently include Ka Studio, Ka Style, Ka Style Climate, Ka Zetec, Ka Zetec Climate, Ka Luxury, and the Sportka SE.

====Latin American Hatchback====

The Latin American version of the Ford Ka is built in Brazil and less renowned than it's European cousin. In 2003 a facelift brought a lease of life to the range, and the main differences between it and the European model are it's taller taillights, and the altered front grille. It is available with a 1.0 or a 1.6 - both of which are 4cyl units.

====SportKa SE====
[[Image:Sportka.jpg|right|thumb|Ford SportKa]]
[[Image:Fordstreetka.jpg|thumb|Ford StreetKa]]
[[Image:Ford_e-ka.jpg |thumb|Ford e-ka]]

The [[Ford SportKa]] was launched after the standard Ka, and uses either a 1.3 or a 1.6 engine - with power ranging from 68 bhp (1.3) to 94 bhp (1.6). It is widely regarded as the sports variant of the range, and comes with an attractive, wider body kit which gives a impression of speed. The suspension has been given a more sporty touch to go with the extra power with the SportKa too.

====StreetKa====

Although discontinued in 2006, the StreetKa was the convertible model in the range, and came only with the 1.6 taken from an old Fiesta. Sales were meagre compared to the hatchback sales, one of the reasons for it being discontinued. Various special edition models including the StreetKa Red and the Winter Edition took to the road to try and boost sales, but in the end it was discontinued.

===e-Ka===

Launched in 2000, the Ford e-Ka was a prototype electric Ford Ka powered by a new generation of lithium ion high-tech batteries. Ford was, at the time, the first manufacturer to use this kind of propulsion for a car. It produced 88 bhp and was capable of 96 mph.

===Pricing===
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|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#000000; background:#cccccc; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=7 |'''MODEL Trims'''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Ka Studio
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Ka Style
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Ka Style Climate
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Ka Zetec
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Ka Zetec Climate
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Ka Luxury
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | SportKa SE
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#fff; background:#811b33; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=7 |''MSRP''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | £7,095
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | £7,395
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | £7,995
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | £7,995
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | £8,595
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | £9,195
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | £9,995
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#fff; background:#811b33; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=7 |''Invoice''
|-
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $Price1
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $Price2
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $Price3
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $Price4
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $Price5
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | $Price6
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | $Price7
|}

===Gas Mileage===
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As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:

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|- style="color:#000000; background:#cccccc; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=4 |'''Trim'''
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! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Trim1
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Trim2
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | Trim3
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;" | Trim4
|- style="text-align:left; background:#f0f0f0;"
|- style="color:#000000; background:#cccccc; font-size:larger; font-style:bold; text-align:left;"
! colspan=4 |'''MPG'''
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! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | c/h
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;"| c/h
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#ddb;" | c/h
! style="text-align:left; font-weight:large; background:#f4f4da;"| c/h
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==See also==
{{Ford}}

==External Links==
*[http://www.ford.co.uk/ka/ Ford Ka Official Homepage]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2007/11/ford-launches-limited-edition-two-tone.html Ford Launches Limited Edition Two-Tone KA]
*[http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080121.001/new-brazilian-ford-ka-available-in-february New Brazilian Ford Ka Available in February]
*[http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/07/2009-ford-ka-leaked-ahead-of-paris.html 2009 Ford KA Leaked Ahead of Paris Debut]

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