Chensaro upgrades from M800 to Ford Fiesta Diesel

1968chensaro · 5th February 2010, 09:30

I am a proud owner of Ford Fiesta 1.4 Tdci Diesel EXi Limited edition.

Even though I bought my car in Oct 2009, I think it is not too late to write the initial review.

My initial budget was around 6 lakhs and I had short listed Swift Dzire as my choice. Accidentally I test drove Fiesta Diesel and I was bowled by its ride quality and handling. I checked with many of our friends here (http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/sedans...dzire-vdi.html) and finally took a decision and bought the Limited edition model.

The car has completed the first service (5000 km or 3 months, which ever is earlier). To date I have driven ~ 4200 km.

I thoroughly enjoy the car and one thing I must say is about the fuel efficiency. I am a very sedate driver and I am able extract great mileage. My general driving pattern is around 80% in highway and 20% in city with occasional use of AC. The mileage figures I have listed below is measured on tankful to tankful basis:

Initial Odo reading Odo reading at refilling Litres of Diesel filled Mileage
387 1348 44.07 21.81
2220 39.91 21.86
2877 30.36 21.62
3903 43.84 23.37

After the first service the mileage is yet to be checked. Great efficiency I think. What is your opinion?.

The happy beginning should have a bitter mix up. My happy story also has a bitter part. What is it? Wait till my next post.

1968chensaro · 5th February 2010, 09:58

Mileage chart is redrawn for better reading:

Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l)

387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81
1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86
2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62
2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37

rajeshvin · 5th February 2010, 10:00

Chensaro, well congrats for completing 4200 km on ODO and 1st service, I agree with your mileage, apart from handling and better ride quality (if not best), mileage makes you more smile per mile. I beleive after 1st service it will increase further.

ghodlur · 5th February 2010, 10:07

@chensaro,

First of a big Congrats on choosing a Fiesta

. Welcome to the Fiesta family. Although I drive a petrol one I can echo the same feelings as you although not on the mileage front. The enjoyment, ride quality, handling which u get on a Fiesta can be undertood only by another Fiestian

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Second congrats on completing 4K+ on the odo. Great to know that you are getting a fantastic mileage. All the best for the same in the future too.
Why the bitter pill when you has so much sweets with new Fiesta??
keep posted on the same.

1968chensaro · 19th February 2010, 14:06

Updated Mileage chart is given below:

Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l)

23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81
18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86
26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62
19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37
07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 24.77 / 18.55 (??)

Why so low mileage? This is mainly because of first service and another two trips to Ford service station to sort out a problem.

These people in service station generally rip the car during trial and also they switch on the AC to the highest speed during trial run. They also use AC in service station during working to get cool air.

Since the car has to be in service station three times within a short time of 10 days, this has resulted in the poor mileage.

Why visit the serivce station so frequently? Friends, you have to wait for few more days. Ford India has promised to do a change in my car and I am waiting for their call. I don't want to talk bad about my car manufacturer. If the whole goes through smoothly, then I will write the whole experience along with a praise for Ford.

Hence please wait for some more days.

Regards,

Chensaro

sanjayc · 19th February 2010, 18:44

Hi Chensaro..bit late but welcome to the Fiesta club.

Is the Fiesta Diesel among the best or THE BEST among diesel vehicles on the same segment with regards to mileage?

1968chensaro · 1st June 2010, 10:11

Latest mileage figures are udpated:

Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l)

23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81
18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86
26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62
19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37
07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 24.77 / 18.55
06.03.2010 / 4362 / 5270 / 36.83 / 24.63
11.03.2010 / 5270 / 6415 / 51.45 / 22.25
02.05.2010 / 6415 / 7506 / 51.30 / 21.26
27.05.2010 / 7506 / 8577 / 46.96 / 22.80

Mileage is checked tankful to tankful basis. Hope that the mileage achieved is good.

One problem which I had not fully mentioned in my earlier posting was the "KADAK KADAK" noise from steering wheel when the steering is turned 20 deg or more on either side. I was experiencing this sound mainly on rough roads.

This was complained and Forded changed some part and now, the sound is drstically reduced (not fully eliminated). I think I can live with it, since I have no other issues.

CSK

abhipuru16 · 1st June 2010, 10:14

No pics. This is BAD!!

rnidumolu · 1st June 2010, 12:47

Very good mileage figures!!! I'm very much inclined to own a fiesta now ;-)

vishnurp99 · 1st June 2010, 15:38

Congrats! chensaro. you seem to getting quite exceptional mileage consistently. I also have a fiesta and we get anything from 15-20 depending on the traffic conditions. it's with 100% AC.

Can you please elaborate on how you drive? rpms/speed/gear changes etc

1968chensaro · 2nd July 2010, 13:00

Latest mileage figures are udpated:

Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / KM run during during this period / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l)

23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 961 / 44.07 / 21.81
18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 872 / 39.91 / 21.86
26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 657 / 30.36 / 21.62
19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 1026 / 43.84 / 23.37
07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 459 / 24.77 / 18.55
06.03.2010 / 4362 / 5270 / 908 / 36.83 / 24.63
11.03.2010 / 5270 / 6415 / 1145 / 51.45 / 22.25
02.05.2010 / 6415 / 7506 / 1091 / 51.30 / 21.26
27.05.2010 / 7506 / 8577 / 1071 / 46.96 / 22.80
25.06.2010 / 8577 / 9567 / 900 / 41.00 / 24.34

Mileage is checked tankful to tankful basis.

nairrk · 2nd July 2010, 14:30

Thats very decent Fuel economy!
and you almost completing 10000kms in less than 6months time - Good going!
All these driving in city or lot of higway trip also involved?

sachinj12 · 2nd July 2010, 20:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1968chensaro

Latest mileage figures are udpated:

Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l)

23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81
18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86
26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62
19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37
07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 24.77 / 18.55
06.03.2010 / 4362 / 5270 / 36.83 / 24.63
11.03.2010 / 5270 / 6415 / 51.45 / 22.25
02.05.2010 / 6415 / 7506 / 51.30 / 21.26
27.05.2010 / 7506 / 8577 / 46.96 / 22.80

Mileage is checked tankful to tankful basis. Hope that the mileage achieved is good.

One problem which I had not fully mentioned in my earlier posting was the "KADAK KADAK" noise from steering wheel when the steering is turned 20 deg or more on either side. I was experiencing this sound mainly on rough roads.

This was complained and Forded changed some part and now, the sound is drstically reduced (not fully eliminated). I think I can live with it, since I have no other issues.

CSK

Belated wishes on the car. Mileage is impressive and is as expected of a Diesel. But it surely is not a bumper to bumper, ain't it? As for the sound from the steering, see Frankmehta's thread. Ford acknowledged the issue and rectified it under warranty.

Utopian · 2nd July 2010, 20:43

Congrats chensaro for the astonishing average you have clocked with your vehicle.

gemithomas · 2nd July 2010, 20:49

Fantabulous Fuel Efficiency. How do you drive to manage to get such high figures!!!

5th February 2010, 09:30	#1
1968chensaro BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 45 Thanked: 2 Times	Chensaro upgrades from M800 to Ford Fiesta Diesel I am a proud owner of Ford Fiesta 1.4 Tdci Diesel EXi Limited edition. Even though I bought my car in Oct 2009, I think it is not too late to write the initial review. My initial budget was around 6 lakhs and I had short listed Swift Dzire as my choice. Accidentally I test drove Fiesta Diesel and I was bowled by its ride quality and handling. I checked with many of our friends here (http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/sedans...dzire-vdi.html) and finally took a decision and bought the Limited edition model. The car has completed the first service (5000 km or 3 months, which ever is earlier). To date I have driven ~ 4200 km. I thoroughly enjoy the car and one thing I must say is about the fuel efficiency. I am a very sedate driver and I am able extract great mileage. My general driving pattern is around 80% in highway and 20% in city with occasional use of AC. The mileage figures I have listed below is measured on tankful to tankful basis: Initial Odo reading Odo reading at refilling Litres of Diesel filled Mileage 387 1348 44.07 21.81 2220 39.91 21.86 2877 30.36 21.62 3903 43.84 23.37 After the first service the mileage is yet to be checked. Great efficiency I think. What is your opinion?. The happy beginning should have a bitter mix up. My happy story also has a bitter part. What is it? Wait till my next post.
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5th February 2010, 09:58	#2
1968chensaro BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 45 Thanked: 2 Times	Mileage chart is redrawn for better reading: Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l) 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37 Last edited by 1968chensaro : 5th February 2010 at 10:03.
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5th February 2010, 10:00	#3
rajeshvin BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Pune Posts: 199 Thanked: Once View My Garage	Chensaro, well congrats for completing 4200 km on ODO and 1st service, I agree with your mileage, apart from handling and better ride quality (if not best), mileage makes you more smile per mile. I beleive after 1st service it will increase further.
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5th February 2010, 10:07	#4
ghodlur Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Thane Posts: 6,011 Thanked: 4,203 Times View My Garage	@chensaro, First of a big Congrats on choosing a Fiesta. Welcome to the Fiesta family. Although I drive a petrol one I can echo the same feelings as you although not on the mileage front. The enjoyment, ride quality, handling which u get on a Fiesta can be undertood only by another Fiestian. Second congrats on completing 4K+ on the odo. Great to know that you are getting a fantastic mileage. All the best for the same in the future too. Why the bitter pill when you has so much sweets with new Fiesta?? keep posted on the same.
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19th February 2010, 14:06	#5
1968chensaro BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 45 Thanked: 2 Times	Updated Mileage chart is given below: Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l) 23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81 18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86 26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62 19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37 07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 24.77 / 18.55 (??) Why so low mileage? This is mainly because of first service and another two trips to Ford service station to sort out a problem. These people in service station generally rip the car during trial and also they switch on the AC to the highest speed during trial run. They also use AC in service station during working to get cool air. Since the car has to be in service station three times within a short time of 10 days, this has resulted in the poor mileage. Why visit the serivce station so frequently? Friends, you have to wait for few more days. Ford India has promised to do a change in my car and I am waiting for their call. I don't want to talk bad about my car manufacturer. If the whole goes through smoothly, then I will write the whole experience along with a praise for Ford. Hence please wait for some more days. Regards, Chensaro Last edited by 1968chensaro : 19th February 2010 at 14:16.
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19th February 2010, 18:44	#6
sanjayc BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chennai Posts: 952 Thanked: 8 Times	Hi Chensaro..bit late but welcome to the Fiesta club. Is the Fiesta Diesel among the best or THE BEST among diesel vehicles on the same segment with regards to mileage?
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1st June 2010, 10:11	#7
1968chensaro BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 45 Thanked: 2 Times	Latest mileage figures are udpated: Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l) 23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 44.07 / 21.81 18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 39.91 / 21.86 26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 30.36 / 21.62 19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 43.84 / 23.37 07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 24.77 / 18.55 06.03.2010 / 4362 / 5270 / 36.83 / 24.63 11.03.2010 / 5270 / 6415 / 51.45 / 22.25 02.05.2010 / 6415 / 7506 / 51.30 / 21.26 27.05.2010 / 7506 / 8577 / 46.96 / 22.80 Mileage is checked tankful to tankful basis. Hope that the mileage achieved is good. One problem which I had not fully mentioned in my earlier posting was the "KADAK KADAK" noise from steering wheel when the steering is turned 20 deg or more on either side. I was experiencing this sound mainly on rough roads. This was complained and Forded changed some part and now, the sound is drstically reduced (not fully eliminated). I think I can live with it, since I have no other issues. CSK
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1st June 2010, 10:14	#8
abhipuru16 BHPian Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Faridabad Posts: 719 Thanked: 40 Times	No pics. This is BAD!!
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1st June 2010, 12:47	#9
rnidumolu BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 222 Thanked: 90 Times View My Garage	Very good mileage figures!!! I'm very much inclined to own a fiesta now ;-)
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1st June 2010, 15:38	#10
vishnurp99 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: India Posts: 477 Thanked: 1,030 Times	Congrats! chensaro. you seem to getting quite exceptional mileage consistently. I also have a fiesta and we get anything from 15-20 depending on the traffic conditions. it's with 100% AC. Can you please elaborate on how you drive? rpms/speed/gear changes etc Last edited by vishnurp99 : 1st June 2010 at 15:40. Reason: needed to add more information
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2nd July 2010, 13:00	#11
1968chensaro BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 45 Thanked: 2 Times	Latest mileage figures are udpated: Filling Date / Initial Odo reading / Odo reading at refilling / KM run during during this period / Litres of Diesel filled / Mileage (Km/l) 23.11.2009 / 387 / 1348 / 961 / 44.07 / 21.81 18.12.2009 / 1348 / 2220 / 872 / 39.91 / 21.86 26.12.2009 / 2220 / 2877 / 657 / 30.36 / 21.62 19.01.2010 / 2877 / 3903 / 1026 / 43.84 / 23.37 07.02.2010 / 3903 / 4362 / 459 / 24.77 / 18.55 06.03.2010 / 4362 / 5270 / 908 / 36.83 / 24.63 11.03.2010 / 5270 / 6415 / 1145 / 51.45 / 22.25 02.05.2010 / 6415 / 7506 / 1091 / 51.30 / 21.26 27.05.2010 / 7506 / 8577 / 1071 / 46.96 / 22.80 25.06.2010 / 8577 / 9567 / 900 / 41.00 / 24.34 Mileage is checked tankful to tankful basis.
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2nd July 2010, 14:30	#12
nairrk Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kannur Posts: 2,441 Thanked: 674 Times View My Garage	Thats very decent Fuel economy! and you almost completing 10000kms in less than 6months time - Good going! All these driving in city or lot of higway trip also involved?
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2nd July 2010, 20:43	#14
Utopian BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: New Delhi Posts: 603 Thanked: 123 Times	Congrats chensaro for the astonishing average you have clocked with your vehicle.
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2nd July 2010, 20:49	#15
gemithomas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 2,366 Thanked: 143 Times View My Garage	Fantabulous Fuel Efficiency. How do you drive to manage to get such high figures!!!
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