Ford has launched a new Fiesta ECOnetic model, which claims to deliver an impressive 3.5 litres/100km fuel economy figure and a low CO2 rating of 98g/km.

Ford's new frugal Fiesta ECOnetic was unveiled at last week's British International Motor Show, with CO2 emissions of just 98g/km. The diesel powered (3.5 litre/100km or 76.3mpg) Fiesta 1.6 TDCi is the most fuel efficient new five-seater family car in the UK.

Aerodynamic body styling (rear air deflectors), lowered suspension and low friction oil all help the Ford Fiesta ECOnetic achieve ultra low emissions, while the 175/65R14 tyres are designed to ensure optimised low rolling resistance.

In addition, the engine calibration has been modified and the transmission final drive ratio changed from 3.37 to 3.05. Finally, a green shift indicator in the instrument cluster highlights the optimal point to change gear to maximise fuel economy.

The Ford Mondeo ECOnetic, which boasts lowest-in-class CO2 emissions of just 139g/km, has been on sale since June.

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