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That leaves us asking a question: why would you ever opt for the less potent car? A quick skim down the spec sheet, however, reveals the answer: running costs. The problem is that 138bhp is some 41bhp less than what the more focused Fiesta ST develops – a car that costs only an additional £1200.
With a dinky 1-litre EcoBoost engine, it produces a healthy 138bhp. At first glance, Ford’s new Fiesta Zetec S Red Edition might appear a little overpriced.
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