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Buying a used Ford Fiesta - which engine is best?

I'm looking to buy a used Ford Fiesta, probably no older than 4/5 years. Used mainly for town driving and some long motorway journeys every month.
Which is the best engine out of the pre-2013 cars?

Asked on 17 July 2014 by jacke7

Answered by Honest John

The 1.25 82 petrol and the 1.4 petrol seem to be very reliable. Avoid the 1.4 diesel.

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