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Planet-Black0psIbiza vs Fiesta vs Clio
Yesterday, I went out to test drive new cars. I tried a Ford Fiesta 1.4 zetec (the newest model), a Renault Clio Campus 1.2, and a Seat Ibiza (Award model, I assume) 1.2.
Fiesta
The Fiesta was seriously comfortable - the driver and passanger seat were height adjustable, and so was the steering wheel. This allowed me to get the perfect driving position, which really couldn't be flawed.
The clutch was easy to get used to - did not stall the car once. No over-revving with the accelerator either. Brakes were not the sharpest, which made it easy to get used to.
The suspension was tough, so bumps in the road were easily felt, however its 1.2 finesse version has softer suspension.
Steering was harder than perhaps all over cars despite being power steering. could be better, but still easy to control.
As far as it looks, its like a slightly smaller Ford Focus, which is more of a fmaily car. This shouldn't be the case - the supermini's should remain supermini's!
Clio
The Clio is a more classy looking car. Seems alot more suited to young drivers than a Fiesta.
The clutch was a little strange to get used to, but was accomplish-able. It seemed to change how strong it pushes back against your foot, but ive driven worse, in the car I used to pass my driving test (which was also a Clio).
The seating position was not good. My head was less than an inch away from the roof, and if I lean forward, I would touch the fold down with my forehead. Seats were not height adjustable. Also seemed to slope to the left, even on flat roads. Would have given me a terrible back ache after a short while.
Seemed alot more willing to go than the Fiesta, despite being a 1.2.
Steering was excellent. Can't fault it. Nice size steering wheel, if points can be scored on that? No? awell.
Main gripe I had was with the clutch - pushing it all the way down, my foot would get caught on something above the pedal surface. Avoidable, if I use the very top of my foot, however.
Ibiza
As far as looks go, this car wins already. You see many MANY Corsa's, Fiesta's, Clio's, Micra's and Punto's. However, Ibiza's are in rather short supply. They are not mass-produced - only 6,000 are made per year.
They look very unique - an angry look to the front of the car. For a supermini, its rather large and spacious. Looks good in most colours. Black really makes it look classy.
The seating was perfect. I cannot remember if it was height adjustable, but the comfort was better than any car I had previously sat in. The driving position seemed perfect. If not, the steering wheel is height and distance adjustable.
I tested this car during the dark hours. turning the key, and switching the lights on - the inside of the car was incredable! A red glow from all controls and digital displays. Really made the car feel alot more expensive than it is, and was a fantastic surprise.
Steering is definately something to boast. It is sharper during slow speeds, and less powerful during high speeds. This is automatically adjusted by the car. I did not know about this until afterwards, but the steering really was comfortable.
Very good head room and leg space. The car really felt large. Unsure about space in the back, but no complaints from the rear passenger.
The only gripe, AT ALL, which I had with this car was the overly busy roundabout coming off the link road near the showroom. But that is hardly the fault of the car.
Overall, the Ibiza really stands out. Compared to all other supermini's, it looks very unique, is very spacious, and has a surprisingly low insurance group (group 2). It has a volswagen engine, which could hardly be more reliable. Look at reviews on parkers guide, and whatcar. almost everyone said they would buy the car again. Almost everyone rated the car very highly. Almost everyone did not complain about break downs.
Really looking forward to being the proud owner of a Seat Ibiza!
Fiesta
The Fiesta was seriously comfortable - the driver and passanger seat were height adjustable, and so was the steering wheel. This allowed me to get the perfect driving position, which really couldn't be flawed.
The clutch was easy to get used to - did not stall the car once. No over-revving with the accelerator either. Brakes were not the sharpest, which made it easy to get used to.
The suspension was tough, so bumps in the road were easily felt, however its 1.2 finesse version has softer suspension.
Steering was harder than perhaps all over cars despite being power steering. could be better, but still easy to control.
As far as it looks, its like a slightly smaller Ford Focus, which is more of a fmaily car. This shouldn't be the case - the supermini's should remain supermini's!
Clio
The Clio is a more classy looking car. Seems alot more suited to young drivers than a Fiesta.
The clutch was a little strange to get used to, but was accomplish-able. It seemed to change how strong it pushes back against your foot, but ive driven worse, in the car I used to pass my driving test (which was also a Clio).
The seating position was not good. My head was less than an inch away from the roof, and if I lean forward, I would touch the fold down with my forehead. Seats were not height adjustable. Also seemed to slope to the left, even on flat roads. Would have given me a terrible back ache after a short while.
Seemed alot more willing to go than the Fiesta, despite being a 1.2.
Steering was excellent. Can't fault it. Nice size steering wheel, if points can be scored on that? No? awell.
Main gripe I had was with the clutch - pushing it all the way down, my foot would get caught on something above the pedal surface. Avoidable, if I use the very top of my foot, however.
Ibiza
As far as looks go, this car wins already. You see many MANY Corsa's, Fiesta's, Clio's, Micra's and Punto's. However, Ibiza's are in rather short supply. They are not mass-produced - only 6,000 are made per year.
They look very unique - an angry look to the front of the car. For a supermini, its rather large and spacious. Looks good in most colours. Black really makes it look classy.
The seating was perfect. I cannot remember if it was height adjustable, but the comfort was better than any car I had previously sat in. The driving position seemed perfect. If not, the steering wheel is height and distance adjustable.
I tested this car during the dark hours. turning the key, and switching the lights on - the inside of the car was incredable! A red glow from all controls and digital displays. Really made the car feel alot more expensive than it is, and was a fantastic surprise.
Steering is definately something to boast. It is sharper during slow speeds, and less powerful during high speeds. This is automatically adjusted by the car. I did not know about this until afterwards, but the steering really was comfortable.
Very good head room and leg space. The car really felt large. Unsure about space in the back, but no complaints from the rear passenger.
The only gripe, AT ALL, which I had with this car was the overly busy roundabout coming off the link road near the showroom. But that is hardly the fault of the car.
Overall, the Ibiza really stands out. Compared to all other supermini's, it looks very unique, is very spacious, and has a surprisingly low insurance group (group 2). It has a volswagen engine, which could hardly be more reliable. Look at reviews on parkers guide, and whatcar. almost everyone said they would buy the car again. Almost everyone rated the car very highly. Almost everyone did not complain about break downs.
Really looking forward to being the proud owner of a Seat Ibiza!