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03-24-2009, 03:08 PM
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/2/European_Union_Flag.jpg Alternative Fuel economy challenge takes center stage vs. the illustrious racing history of the past. (cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?p=196562)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Geneva_-_2009_European_Ford_Fiesta_Econetic.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Mar. 24, 2009
Ford of Europe’s 2009 Fiesta Econetic – Approximately 52.5 mpgUS combined on our own 08 EPA.
For the third consecutive year, the Monte-Carlo Rally for Alternative Energy Vehicles accepts only the most innovative environmentally friendly vehicles. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has been entered in the class for fossil-fuel-powered cars with CO2 emissions lower than 120 g/km. With emissions of 98g/km and fuel consumption of 63.6 mpgUS combined on the NEDC. The all-new Fiesta ECOnetic should do extremely well in this competition.
The Monte-Carlo Rally for AEVs is the first round of the FIA Alternative Energies Cup, which is dedicated to this type of vehicle. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic is entered in a class of 28 cars from 9 different manufacturers. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has the highest fuel economy rating in its segment but still develops 90 HP, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 12 seconds and has a top speed of 110 mph.
The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has been entered in this new-style Monte-Carlo Rally under the banner of “Drive Classic”, a private team based near Paris. Two cars will be entrusted to the experienced crews of Alain Jongerlynck – “Greg” (2nd in 2008) and Pascal Aimé – Stéphanie Aimé (3rd and winner of the overall regularity standings). A third Fiesta will be driven by journalist Gaël Briançeau, from Automobile Magazine... Unfortunately, a team from CleanMPG was not given the opportunity to compete ;)
“The Monte-Carlo Rally for Alternative Energy Vehicles is particularly demanding, both in terms of driving and strategy – that’s what makes it so interesting,” he enthuses. “On the timed stages, the challenge is to maintain the average speed that you’ve been allocated while consuming as little fuel as possible – and the results take both parameters into account. The average speed must be constant from the start to finish of the timed sector, so you need to be quick through even the most difficult sections. It means you can’t take any short cuts with the car: you need excellent handling as well as exemplary fuel consumption. From this point of view, the Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has some real strong suits. The chassis is very good and it accelerates well without penalizing the fuel consumption. We’ll be trying to fly the Ford colors at the front of the field but it will be an exciting battle because we’ve got some strong competition this year.”
The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic
A special version of the 1.6L, 90 HP TDCi equipped with a particulate filter powers this one of a kind vehicle.
Like other models in Ford’s ECOnetic range; optimized aerodynamics, low rolling resistance tires and enhanced lubrication help reduce both the fuel consumption and the consequent CO2 emissions.
A lower ride height, coupled with aerodynamic tweaks such as wheel covers and wheel deflectors, improve the Fiesta’s Cd to .33. Low rolling resistance 175/65 R14 tires, a longer final drive and special lubricants (developed with BP) all improve energy efficiency, particularly on motorways.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Geneva_-_2009_European_Ford_Fiesta_Econetic.jpgWayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – Mar. 24, 2009
Ford of Europe’s 2009 Fiesta Econetic – Approximately 52.5 mpgUS combined on our own 08 EPA.
For the third consecutive year, the Monte-Carlo Rally for Alternative Energy Vehicles accepts only the most innovative environmentally friendly vehicles. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has been entered in the class for fossil-fuel-powered cars with CO2 emissions lower than 120 g/km. With emissions of 98g/km and fuel consumption of 63.6 mpgUS combined on the NEDC. The all-new Fiesta ECOnetic should do extremely well in this competition.
The Monte-Carlo Rally for AEVs is the first round of the FIA Alternative Energies Cup, which is dedicated to this type of vehicle. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic is entered in a class of 28 cars from 9 different manufacturers. The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has the highest fuel economy rating in its segment but still develops 90 HP, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 12 seconds and has a top speed of 110 mph.
The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has been entered in this new-style Monte-Carlo Rally under the banner of “Drive Classic”, a private team based near Paris. Two cars will be entrusted to the experienced crews of Alain Jongerlynck – “Greg” (2nd in 2008) and Pascal Aimé – Stéphanie Aimé (3rd and winner of the overall regularity standings). A third Fiesta will be driven by journalist Gaël Briançeau, from Automobile Magazine... Unfortunately, a team from CleanMPG was not given the opportunity to compete ;)
“The Monte-Carlo Rally for Alternative Energy Vehicles is particularly demanding, both in terms of driving and strategy – that’s what makes it so interesting,” he enthuses. “On the timed stages, the challenge is to maintain the average speed that you’ve been allocated while consuming as little fuel as possible – and the results take both parameters into account. The average speed must be constant from the start to finish of the timed sector, so you need to be quick through even the most difficult sections. It means you can’t take any short cuts with the car: you need excellent handling as well as exemplary fuel consumption. From this point of view, the Ford Fiesta ECOnetic has some real strong suits. The chassis is very good and it accelerates well without penalizing the fuel consumption. We’ll be trying to fly the Ford colors at the front of the field but it will be an exciting battle because we’ve got some strong competition this year.”
The Ford Fiesta ECOnetic
A special version of the 1.6L, 90 HP TDCi equipped with a particulate filter powers this one of a kind vehicle.
Like other models in Ford’s ECOnetic range; optimized aerodynamics, low rolling resistance tires and enhanced lubrication help reduce both the fuel consumption and the consequent CO2 emissions.
A lower ride height, coupled with aerodynamic tweaks such as wheel covers and wheel deflectors, improve the Fiesta’s Cd to .33. Low rolling resistance 175/65 R14 tires, a longer final drive and special lubricants (developed with BP) all improve energy efficiency, particularly on motorways.