Ford Ka Mk2
The Ford Ka Mk2 (2008–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 30 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and France.
Model codes: RU8 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, and France
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,620 mm RDW | 3,620–3,650 mm |
| Width | 1,660 mm RDW | 1,631–1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,510 mm RDW | 1,368–1,409 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,300 mm RDW | 2,452 mm |
| Front track | 1,399–1,409 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,387–1,397 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 840 kg RDW | 820–1,055 kg |
| Mass in running order | 940 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,320 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 940–1,320 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 470 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 2 RDW | – |
| Fuel tank | – | 42 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 159 km/h RDW | 159 km/h |
| Torque | 102–145 Nm ASTRA | 105 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 165/70R14, 165/65R14, 175/65R14, 195/45R16, 195/50R15, 195/55R15
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 85.3% (85.1–85.6) | 86.4% | 64,110 |
| 9–12 years | 78.4% (78.3–78.6) | 77.9% | 188,415 |
| 13 years and older | 68.6% (68.3–68.9) | 69.2% | 95,556 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 45.7% | 28.5% |
| Tyres | 31.9% | 30.7% |
| Brakes | 23.0% | 28.7% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 15.8% | 9.8% |
| Lights and electrics | 14.8% | 18.9% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.9% | 9.4% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 30 versions of the Ford Ka Mk2
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European Union 18 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2019 | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 114 g/km | 7,896 |
| 2016–2017 | 1.2 L | 52 kW (71 PS) | Petrol | 114 g/km | 15,030 |
| 2011–2016 | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 115–118 g/km | 556,278 |
| 2016 | 1.2 L | 63 kW (86 PS) | Petrol | 114 g/km | 17,982 |
| 2015–2016 | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | LPG | 106–112 g/km | 4,642 |
| 2016 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 115 g/km | 48 |
| 2011–2014 | 1.2 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 109–111 g/km | 25,009 |
| 2014 | 1.2 L | 59 kW (80 PS) | Petrol | 115 g/km | 12 |
| 2013 | 1.2 L | – | Other fuel | 115 g/km | 3,880 |
| 2013 | 1.2 L | – | Other fuel | 109 g/km | 54 |
| 2010–2012 | – | – | Petrol | 115–122 g/km | 3,724 |
| 2010–2012 | – | – | Diesel | 109–112 g/km | 96 |
| 2010–2011 | 1.3 L | – | Petrol | 150–152 g/km | 58 |
| 2011 | 1.2 L | – | Diesel | 119 g/km | 10 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | Petrol | 119 g/km | 160,282 |
| 2010 | 1.2 L | – | Diesel | 113 g/km | 20,316 |
| 2010 | – | – | Other fuel | 124 g/km | 24 |
| 2010 | 1.3 L | – | Petrol | 119 g/km | 10 |
United Kingdom 9 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–20181.2 Ti-VCT (70PS) | 1.2 L | 52 kW (70 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2016–20181.2 Ti-VCT (85PS) | 1.2 L | 63 kW (85 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.0 L/100 km NEDC | 114 g/km |
| 2014–20161.2 Duratec (69PS) · 1.2 Duratec (69PS) Stop-Start | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2012–20151.3 Duratorq (75PS) | 1.2 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 109 g/km |
| 2013–20141.2 Duratec (69PS) | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | Manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2013–20141.3 Duratorq (75PS) | 1.2 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | Manual | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 109 g/km |
| 20121.2 Duratec (69PS) | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2009–20101.2 Duratec (69PS) · 1.2 Duratec (69ps) | 1.2 L | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 5.1 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2009–20101.3 Duratorq (75PS) · 1.3 Duratorq (75ps) | 1.2 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.2 L/100 km NEDC | 112 g/km |
France 3 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2015KA 3P 1250 S&S (69ch) | – | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2012–2013KA 3P 1250 (69ch) | – | 51 kW (69 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 4.9 L/100 km NEDC | 115 g/km |
| 2012–2013KA 3P 1300 TDCi S&S (75ch) FAP | – | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.1 L/100 km NEDC | 109 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.