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The Ford Ka could be set for a name change next year, when the all new model is unveiled in 2016 – Auto Express are reporting the name Ka Plus is currently being used, and stands a chance of making production.<\/p>\n

The thinking behind this move is believed to be a shift from the popular and fashionable Ka from the late 90s\/early 2000s to something a little more practical:<\/p>\n

“The segment has evolved significantly since the launch of the first Ka and the vehicle we introduce will fully reflect the change in that segment. <\/p>\n

“It has moved very much from a first time buyer, very young audience, with a quite funky design – either loved or hated – to very much a family car with a more mature audience who are looking for packaging efficiency and space for their families rather than an expression of emotional design. The vehicle introduced next year will compete from a price perspective in the same territory, but from a customer value proposition it will be quite different. <\/p>\n

“For some people who love the quirkiness of the original Ka that may be a surprise. But the sales results demonstrate customers are looking for something else in that segment.” – Roelant de Waard – Ford vice president, sales, marketing and service<\/i><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Via Auto Express<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Ford Ka could be set for a name change next year, when the all new model is unveiled in 2016 – Auto Express are reporting the name Ka Plus is currently being used, and stands a chance of making production. The thinking behind this
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