The Ford Fiesta, first launched in 1976 in the UK has become on the nation’s favourites car and small van. In the last couple of days Ford has announced it will stop building the Ford Fiesta next summer. This is a full year earlier than first intended as Ford, in partnership with VW, embarks on some ambitious electric car and van plans.
Various sources close to Ford have said that the new Electric car models, will be built in Cologne, Germany from as early as June 2023.
Declining Popularity of the Ford Fiesta
Despite its popularity, the Ford Fiesta has seen a steady decline in sales, partly due to drivers preferring crossover vehicles to the humble hatchback. According to Dataforce, Fiesta sales in Europe fell to 39,395 through August from 72,302 in the first eight months of 2022. Production of the 3-door fiesta and, essentially, the van were halted back in the summer.
Saying farewell to the Ford Fiesta will, no doubt, will be sad with many people having fond memories of the small family car, the hot hatch and the small van that started their business. So where to now for those who would previously consider the Ford Fiesta as a van?
A Choice of Ford Vans
Staying with Ford. Although there is not a direct replacement for the Fiesta, there are some options. The Ford Transit Courier is one of the best smaller vans from the Ford Stable. The Ford Transit Courier is a tremendously popular vehicle and is the most compact van in the Ford Transit range, perfect for quick deliveries with an impressive load space.
A step up from the Ford Transit Courier is the Ford Transit Connect. This once boxy van is now a streamlined, well-designed, and tremendously practical van. The Ford Transit Connect is a big step up from the Ford Fiesta Van but is extremely well priced and you get a lot of exceptionally reliable van for your money.
The Alternative to a Ford Van
There are plenty of alternatives to Ford too. Citroen, Peugeot, and Renault have some extremely popular small van lease options with the Berlingo, Partner and Kangoo almost overflowing on the UK streets. Vauxhall is also in the running if you are looking for a smaller van. The Vauxhall Combo is finding itself at home with many former “I will only drive a Ford” van owners as it is well-built, superbly thought out and very affordable vehicle. At Crusader Vans many of these vans are in stock are on order.
Why Choose Crusader Vans?
Of course, there are plenty of Van Manufacturers to choose from. The VW Caddy is popular, and the badge carries some esteem. The Mercedes Citan is also there, and you may have a long wait for stock but you do get one hell of a van. Whatever small van you may be looking for Crusader Vans can assist you. As Van Leasing specialists we make choosing and financing your new van easy and jargon-free, we look to put and your business first and work with you through the lifetime of your van – ask Crusader why you should purchase or finance your new van through them, and you will soon have more than just a good deal on your next new van.
