Ford teases next global market hatchback

Ford has published a dark teaser image that previews the upcoming Ka, a sub-compact four-door hatchback designed to be distributed in a host of markets all around the globe. The next Ka is scheduled to greet the public for the first time at the New Delhi Motor Show that will open its doors next week.

Wearing a nameplate introduced in 1996, the third-generation Ka will bear more than a passing resemblance to the thinly-veiled Ka Concept developed by Ford’s Brazilian arm and presented late last year. The teaser image confirms the Ka’s front end will be inspired by the larger Fiesta and Fusion models thanks to design cues like swept-back headlights and Ford’s hexagonal corporate grille.

Unlike the current, Fiat-derived Ka, the new model will ride on a bespoke platform developed in-house. Power will come from series of small-displacement engines including Ford’s acclaimed 1.0-liter EcoBoost three-cylinder, and select markets will have access to a 75-horsepower 1.5-liter turbodiesel.

Following its imminent debut in India, the Ford Ka will go on sale in Asia, in South America and across Europe before the end of the year. It will represent further consolidation of Ford’s vehicle operations as it will replace distinct Ka models for the South American and European markets.

At the time of writing Ford is not planning on selling the Ka in the United States due to its diminutive size.