Base price for the new Ford Fiesta kicks off at €17,150.
The much-anticipated 2025 Ford Fiesta is set to hit Irish roads by the end of this month, marking a new chapter in the small car class. While the search results do not provide detailed information on the technology packages for the Fiesta or its competitor, the Volkswagen Polo, we can draw on industry norms to shed some light on what to expect.
Ford Fiesta Technology Packages
Typically, Ford Fiesta technology packages include advanced infotainment systems with touchscreen displays, smartphone integration (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), driver assistance options (lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control), and sometimes premium audio systems. These packages often come at an added cost above the base price, varying by trim level and regional market.
The 2025 Fiesta is expected to offer a base infotainment system with Sync 4, a touchscreen, and some driver assistance features as standard. Enhanced infotainment, advanced driver aids, premium sound, and other upgrades will likely be available as additional cost options. The exact pricing for these packages will be revealed when the car arrives.
Volkswagen Polo Technology Packages
Volkswagen Polo technology packages similarly focus on infotainment upgrades (larger displays, navigation), driver aids (parking sensors, blind spot monitors), and connectivity features. The pricing for these packages will also vary depending on the trim level and region.
Key Differences
While both vehicles offer similar technology packages, there are some key differences. The standard tech features on the Ford Fiesta include a base infotainment system with Sync 4 and a touchscreen, while the Volkswagen Polo's base model comes with VW's Digital Cockpit and some driver assistance features as standard.
The pricing for technology packages on the Fiesta and Polo will vary by trim and market. However, it's worth noting that the Fiesta's packages are typically a few hundred to over a thousand dollars, while Volkswagen's packages may be slightly higher due to the European market positioning.
A Fresh Take on the Small Car Class
The 2025 Ford Fiesta is a significant update to the long-standing small car model, having been in production for 40 years. This new iteration will compete with the Volkswagen Polo later this year. While the styling of the new Fiesta does not show major or dramatic innovation, it offers a variety of technological features for the first time on a small car, such as park assist, perpendicular parking features, traffic sign recognition, auto high beam change, blind spot recognition, pre-collision and pedestrian detection.
It's not yet clear how many of these technological innovations will feature on the entry-level Fiesta, but the driver assistance pack, including advance pre-collision warning, emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, park assist, perpendicular parking features, traffic sign recognition, auto high beam change, blind spot recognition, pre-collision and pedestrian detection, costs an additional €700 on the entry-level model.
The entry-level Fiesta is a three-door model with a 1.1 litre petrol engine, offering two horsepower outputs: 70 horsepower and 85 horsepower. The new Fiesta also boasts a wheelbase that is 4mm longer compared to its previous version.
The majority of Fiestas sold in Ireland will be petrol versions. As we await the arrival of the 2025 Ford Fiesta, the Volkswagen Polo team is reportedly working to maintain their car's position as the benchmark in the small car class, given the new Fiesta's advancements. The Polo team is likely to be closely monitoring the new Fiesta's performance and features to maintain their competitive edge in the small car class.
For exact details on the standard features and additional costs of the technology packages on the 2025 Ford Fiesta and the Volkswagen Polo, it's best to consult the official Ford and Volkswagen websites or local dealership pricing guides, as these details are model-year and market-specific and are not covered in the provided search results.
- The 2025 Ford Fiesta, entering the Irish market this month, will likely include advanced infotainment systems, driver assistance options, and premium audio systems in its technology packages, similar to those found in the transportation sector.
- The Volkswagen Polo, a competitor to the Ford Fiesta, offers technology packages focusing on infotainment upgrades, driver aids, and connectivity features, with pricing varying based on the car's trim level and regional market.
- In terms of automotive technology, the 2025 Ford Fiesta aims to differentiate itself from the Polo by incorporating features like park assist, blind spot recognition, and traffic sign recognition, although the exact costs for these packages have not been revealed yet.
