In normal driving we achieved between 46 and 52mpg, putting it about level with the i10 but behind the Up and its stablemates the Skoda Citigo and Seat Mii.
Affordability 7/10
“Certainly not expensive, but still worth shopping around”
While it can’t match the Dacia Sandero for low starting prices, the Ka+ still represents good value, costing just a few hundred pounds more than smaller city cars. Ford dealers are usually open to haggling, which could save you a bit more cash, but the 114g/km CO2 rating for both engines is a little disappointing, as it makes the Ka+ more expensive to tax than most of its rivals.
Leasing costs aren’t quite as cheap as you’ll find with the Ka+’s main rivals, and it might also be the case that you can find a Fiesta for roughly the same price or possibly even less, so it’s worth shopping around for a few quotes.
Safety 5/10
“Missing out on some modern safety aids”
The Ka+ comes with six airbags as standard, as well as hill hold assist to stop you rolling backwards when stopped on a slope, and an electronic stability control system.
However, it’s disappointing that Ford doesn’t offer the latest active safety systems on the Ka+, including autonomous emergency braking, which has been shown to reduce front in to rear collisions by up to 40 per cent. With this now being a major component of the industry standard Euro NCAP crash tests it suggests that the Ka+ might struggle to attain top marks.
For those buying the car to share with their kids, Ford’s MyKey is a clever idea, allowing you to programme a second key for the car that will, for example, limit its top speed or stereo volume, or prevent the electronic stability control from being turned off.
Standard spec 5/10
“Basic Spec but about right for the money”