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Ford Fiesta is officially the best selling model in Europe in March and first quarter of 2010, according to figures published by JATO Dynamics - one of the largest suppliers of automotive statistics.

According to figures issued by JATO Dynamics, Ford Fiesta 68,630 units were sold during the month of March, marking a 25.8% increase in sales compared to same period last year, indicating a difference of about 11,800 units over the most important Rival Volkswagen Golf.

In the first quarter of 2010, JATO has recorded 140,496 units sold Fiesta - with over 5400 copies more than the next ranked model.

"Fiesta dominate VW Golf, becoming the league leader in sales recorded in March. An important role was played by markets like the UK (14.7%) and Italy (87%), where 57% of units sold Fiesta (11,251 units) were LPG engine, "said representatives JATO Dynamics.

Ingvar Sviggum (pictured), first vice president of marketing, sales and after-sale Ford Europe, said: "Last year was very good for Fiesta, despite economic conditions, and this year is one more favorable! Fiesta sales recorded in March is the highest figure achieved by a Ford in a single month in Europe. "

"We are proud of the latest generation Ford Fiesta and the clients love," Sviggum added. "Since its debut 18 months ago, over 750,000 copies have been sold globally. The result is impressive, given the current economic situation. If we also consider the launch of what will occur in North America, we believe that the Fiesta will continue to strengthen its position. "

In its press release dated April 19, JATO Dynamics, Ford of Europe confirmed as the best-selling car brand in March.

* Results are based on Dynamics JATO information provided by JATO Consult - consulting service company. The figures are based on records obtained in 27 European countries. Ford's figures are based on the results of the main 19 European markets and 51 of the total European market. In the figures recorded in the main 19 European markets, sales reached 68,756 units Ford Fiesta in March and 140,447 units in the first quarter.

Source: http://www.ford.com/