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Old 23rd February 2007, 10:54   #110 (permalink)
Joz
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Originally Posted by GTO View Post
Here is why the Verna is trailing the Fiesta:

1. The Fiesta does have a value priced 1.4. And from what I hear, they are very popular.

2. The Fiesta diesel has proven very popular due to its refinement and astounding fuel efficiency. Of course, IMHO the Verna CRDi unit rocks but whos to change market perceptions of a well-accepted product?
68% of the Fiesta's sales came from the diesel until a couple of months back. Ford expects the least it will go down to is 60%.

Also GTO, do let know if you need any help in getting the SIAM numbers published on the forum.
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