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Ford's new-generation global small car to be previewed at 2008 Geneva Motor Show. Its worldwide name is confirmed - Ford Fiesta.

The new Ford Fiesta brings the Verve Concept exterior and interior styling to production reality, demonstrating that small cars can be stylish, sophisticated and emotional. It rejects the notion that an affordable small car has to be a commodity.

Here are the highlights:
* Next generation, all-new global small car signals fresh chapter in Ford Fiesta story
* Stylish 'kinetic design' and dynamic flair combines with traditional Ford strengths to deliver confident, contemporary, fun-to-drive package
* Fiesta brings a host of big-car features to the small car segment for the first time
* Fiesta stays compact but is lighter and stronger. Ultra high-strength steels and a comprehensive safety package that includes a driver's knee airbag
* Exciting three-door body remains true to Verve Concept
* Futuristic interior from Verve Concept becomes production reality, including integrated HMI center stack inspired by mobile phones
* 113 HP (115 PS) Duratec 1.6-liter Ti-VCT gasoline engine joins Fiesta range; one of five fuel efficient and clean engines
* Fiesta will expand Ford ECOnetic ultra-low CO2 range, delivering optimized reduction in CO2 emissions.
* New Fiesta is the first product of Ford's new global product development process, with versions due for launch in Europe in 2008, and in Asia and the Americas between 2008 and 2010
* 5 Efficient Powertrain Choices at launch from 68 PS Duratorq TDCi diesel to new Duratec 1.6-liter Ti-VCT petrol engine which delivers low emissions.
New technology highlights include keyless vehicle technology, 'Ford Power' engine start button, Ford Easyfuel capless refueling, USB connectivity and ambient interior lighting