The 2012 Ford Fiesta – The Slick Looking and Fuel-Efficient Way to Get Around Brighton, MI

BRIGHTON, Mich., Jan. 23, 2012 - The Ford Fiesta is a sub-compact, front-wheel drive, five-passenger car. It’s available in both four- and five door body styles and three stylish trims, S, SE, SEL. The Fiesta is equipped with a 119-hp 1.6-liter Duratec^® I-4, four-cylinder engine that promises to deliver fewer stops and more go. Standard Fiesta packages come with a 5-speed manual transmission. An advanced six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission is optional as well. The Fiesta has great fuel economy getting 29 mpg in the city and up to 40 mpg highway making this car great for taking friends to your favorite downtown restaurant or trips to the Green Oak Village Place.  Modestly priced starting at $13,200 the Fiesta is a great vehicle for first time car buyers.  Edmunds.com says, “The Ford Fiesta gives economy car shoppers reason to celebrate with its fun-to-drive personality, nicely trimmed cabin, tight build quality and unexpected features.”

Standard features on the 2012 Ford Fiesta include:

• Air-conditioning
• Capless fuel filler system
• Power body-colored mirrors
• Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
• Auxiliary audio input jack
• Electronic power-assisted steering

The higher trim levels include cruise control, keyless entry, satellite radio, alloy wheels, power windows and door locks, and SYNC hands-free communications and entertainment system. Optional features include heated seats (great for those cold Michigan winters), a passive entry/passive start system, power moonroof, and leather seats.

A Super Fuel Economy package is offered for those commuters who want to get the most efficiency on their drive from their Livingston or Washtenaw County home to work or school and vice versa.  Two new interior style packages and one sport appearance package have also been introduced for the 2012 model.  Check out the packages offered or build your own Fiesta at www.brightonford.com.

Parents can take comfort in allowing their kids to drive the Fiesta. The standard safety features on the Fiesta include:

• AdvanceTrac electronic stability control
• Seven airbags including a driver knee airbag
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Engine immobilizer
• Four-wheel anti-lock brakes.

All in all the Ford Fiesta is a great smaller sedan that is sure to make big noise in the automotive community. Motor Trend commented, “While appearing not unlike a shrunken three-door Focus, the Fiesta has reasonably engaging lines, making for a fun, youthful image.” Whether you are a first time car buyer, a parent looking for a car to get your son or daughter to high school or college, or just looking for a fuel efficient ride to help cut down on gasoline costs, the Ford Fiesta is a purchase you’ll be happy with every time you start the engine.

Brighton ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford, visit www.BrightonFord.com.

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