Skip Channel4 main Navigation
Explore Channel4
Food
Homes
Film
4Car
News
See All
4Car
 
  • YOUR 4CAR
  • PLAY & WIN
  • ESSENTIAL TOOLS

  • Road Test: Ford Fiesta Zetec S (1999-2002)
    Hot Hatchbacks
    Ford Fiesta Zetec S (99-02)
    INTRODUCTION

    Hot hatchbacks fell out of favour a few years ago thanks to spiralling insurance premiums, but things have calmed down now and it's OK to enjoy yourself again. The Zetec S isn't really an out-and-out hot hatchback, but it's the 'warm' Fiesta in the current range, with a tuned version of the 1.6-litre engine fitted to the Focus. It might not be one of the more powerful contenders in the sporting hatchback class, but the Zetec S handles very well, is great fun to drive - and costs less than a proper hot hatch.


      next: Reliability and Quality
    Back to Index  
    Introduction Hot hatchbacks fell out of favour a few years ago thanks to spiralling...

    Reliability & Quality
    Image
    Driving
    Performance
    Safety & Security
    Running Costs
    Comfort & Equipment
    Readers' Drives 



     BEST HOT HATCHBACKS

    Want to know the best cars in this class? Here's our current picks.

    Renault Megane RenaultSport 230 F1 Team R26
    Ford Focus ST
    Honda Civic Type-R

    See Best Hot Hatchbacks In Class