The Ford B3 platform (for "B-class") is a subcompact automobile platform that is jointly developed by Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor Company at centers in Europe as well as North America and Australia. Previously, Ford has used the Mazda-engineered D platform for its B-segment Ford Festiva (hatchback). This new global B-platform project was initiated by Ford in Dearborn, MI and is equipped with front MacPherson strut and twist-beam rear suspension. The front suspension arms (wishbone) are attached to a pressed-steel welded subframe, which is directly bolted onto the bodyshell. The design is made to accommodate diverse engine options with different engine harmonic frequencies.
Vehicles using this platform include:
- Ford EcoSport (Brazil). (BV2 (BV226) platform)
- Ford Fiesta (BV2 (BV256) platform in South America, B2 (B256 (4-door)/B257(2-door)) in Europe)
- Ford Fusion (European 5-door MPV). (B2 (B226) Europe)
- Ford Ikon (code name C195) (B1 platform)
- Ford Ka (Pre - B1 platform) (B146)
- Mazda Demio/Mazda2 (DY)
- Mazda Verisa (DY)
Read more about Ford B3 Platform: Ford Global B-car Platform
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