Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013) Review
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Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013) At A Glance
Well built with an upmarket interior. Enjoyable and involving to drive. Cheap to run 1.6TDCI ECOnetic. Exceptional reliability record. Very few problems reported despite more than 500,000 sold.
Back seats don't fold flat. Spare wheel is a £30 optional extra. High boot lip. More refined but not as sharp to drive as a Mazda 2.
The Ford Fiesta is a stylish and well built car that leads the way among small hatchbacks. No car this size manages to match its all round abilities, from the keen handling to its refined interior and stylish looks. It really does have it all. In fact, it's so good, the Ford Fiesta is a genuine rival to larger hatchbacks in the class above.
On the road, the Fiesta feels like a much larger car than it is. The handling is composed and neat, helped by great steering, while the high-quality ride soaks up uneven and bumpy roads with minimal fuss. It's a revelation on the motorway where it's amazingly quiet and stable, so - unlike some other small cars of this size - long journeys needn't be tiring.
If you're downsizing from a larger car, the Fiesta is a great choice. The interior is way ahead of the competition with a stylish but user-friendly design, the highlight of which is the stylish central console that houses the stereo and simple ventilation controls. The seats offer plenty of support and there's plenty of adjustment so even taller drivers will find the perfect driving position. However, one criticism is that rear headroom is somewhat limited.
There's a good choice of engines though from the entry-level 1.25-litre petrol up to the 120bhp 1.6-litre which is the quickest version. But for economy, the ECOnetic model steals the show thanks to claimed fuel economy of 76.3mpg and free road tax. There are plenty of clever innovations too such as 'stall prevention', a neat feature that increases revs in low speed manoeuvres and means you won't find yourself caught out at the traffic lights.
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Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013) handling and engines
- Engines range from 1.25 82 to 1.6
- Readers report Real MPG to be between 26–78 mpg
Instead of making the new Fiesta immensely versatile, Ford has concentrated on making it extraordinarily good to drive, particularly the high end versions. The car has electric power steering with ‘camber compensation' and on narrower tyres there isn't much steering feel. It still hangs on brilliantly, but it's at its best in Titanium trim with 195/45 R16s that make it beautifully smooth and fluid without wrecking the ride quality. Go one stage more sporty to the Zetec S and you'll be able to corner a bit more quickly, but you'll also feel the bumps more.
All the engines in the Fiesta range are economical although the 1.25-litre entry-level engine isn't the quickest around, especially the basic 60bhp version. The 82bhp is a bit better but most people will prefer the 1.4-litre petrol with 96bhp. It's quiet, smooth and according to the official economy figures can average 48.7mpg. And if you're after a Fiesta with an automatic gearbox - this is the only engine choice. It's not a a CVT or a ‘Durashift' automated manual but instead a proper four-speed torque converter.
The top petrol is the 1.6 Ti-VCT which is smooth but low geared and consquently doesn't feel like it has 120bhp. And though 139g/km so a reasonable £110 tax next year, you'll pay at the pumps. We only saw 35mpg, and that wasn't pushing it.
In contrast the 90bhp 1.6 TDCI diesel feels made for the car. It's flexible, with some (though not a lot) of torque from 1000rpm. It's good on the motorway too and will effortlessly cruise at 70mph. We got 47mpg in test conditions, so you can expect 60 in normal use. And it even has some character.
This engine is also fitted to the 99g/km ECOnetic version of the car that hits the headlines by qualifying for ‘free' VED ‘road tax'. But to do this it comes on skinny little wheels. Since part of the secret of economy motoring is maintaining momentum, it could well be that in real life the £20 a year tax Titanium or Zetec S will make your fuel go further.
The ECOnetic sits on low rolling resistance tyres, in this case 175/65 R14s and is actually better for them. It rides and grips very well and there are no worries about how it handles on the relatively skinny rubber. Driving along at a modest pace, it's very pleasant and exceptionally refined for a small car, marred only by some noise from the transmission due to the low friction oil.
A green arrow pops up on the speedo at between 1500rpm and 2200rpm suggesting you change up for the sake of economy and paying heed to this, we averaged a creditable 63.2mpg. Some way short of the certificated 76.3mpg, but probably closer to reality. Lastly, but not leastly, you won't be able to misfuel a new Fiesta because they come with the capless Easyfuel system that won't let you put petrol in a diesel.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.25 | 50–52 mpg | 13.3–16.9 s | 127–129 g/km |
| 1.25 82 | 50–50 mpg | 13.3 s | 129–133 g/km |
| 1.4 | 49–50 mpg | 12.2 s | 133 g/km |
| 1.4 Automatic | 43 mpg | 13.9 s | 154 g/km |
| 1.4 TDCi | 67–69 mpg | 14.8–14.9 s | 107–110 g/km |
| 1.6 | 49 mpg | 9.9 s | 134 g/km |
| 1.6 TDCi | 67–79 mpg | 11.8–12.9 s | 87–107 g/km |
| 1.6 TDCi ECOnetic | 79 mpg | 12.9 s | 87 g/km |
Real MPG average for the Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013)
Real MPG was created following thousands of readers telling us that their cars could not match the official figures.
Real MPG gives real world data from drivers like you to show how much fuel a vehicle really uses.
Average performance
80%
Real MPG
26–78 mpg
MPGs submitted
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Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013) interior
- Boot space is 295–979 litres
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 3950 mm |
| Width | 1722–1787 mm |
| Height | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2489 mm |
To get people out of big cars and inside smaller cars you have to make them special inside. Ambiance is everything and dominating the dash of the Fiesta is an extraordinary voice-activated Bluetooth sound system, intuitively laid out like a mobile phone. On the left you have buttons for CD, radio, aux, phone and menu. On the right, number buttons for the phone. Shuffle and scan buttons underneath.
You can hook up your iPod through the aux jack below, or simply insert a £10 memory stick with 2,000 tracks on it and the system will search and display all the folders and titles. The sound quality is excellent too. In fact this system has proved so good, it's also been fitted to the new Focus. It's high up, centre dash with a line-of-sight display screen for minimum distraction. Even the main heating and ventilation controls are simple knobs rather than multiple buttons so can be worked by feel rather than look.
There's a very nice, Honda-like, leather rim steering wheel on top versions, height and reach adjustable on all versions. All the trim is high quality and beautifully put together. If Audi made a car this size I doubt they'd have done a better job. Everything works with precision and feels well finished.
There's legroom and headroom inside the five-door for five passengers, although taller adults will find the back a little tight, but then what small car this size isn't. The seats themselves are comfortable and supportive too. The boot takes 295 litres and just a little bit less if you opt for the free optional spare wheel. But one shortcoming is that the back seats don't double-fold so you can't create a flat load deck like you can on a Honda Jazz for example. But you can't have everything.
Standard equipment from launch (October 2008):
Studio is the base level model and has an Intelligent Protection System featuring ABS, front, side and knee airbags, a CD player, central locking and power mirrors.
Style gets body-coloured bumpers, mirrors and door handles while inside there's an upgraded four-speaker sound system, power front windows and remote central locking.
Style+ upgrades the Style trim with Ford's Quickclear' heated windscreen and air conditioning.
Zetec is the most popular choice and comes with 15-inch alloy wheels, front fog lamps, leather steering wheel, chrome grille, chrome bodywork detailing and interior "aesthetic lighting".
Zetec S has 16-inch alloy wheels and boasts a deeper front bumper, side mouldings, a rear spoiler and sports-tuned suspension.
Titanium is the luxury trim and gets 16-inch alloys, Electronic Temperature Control, privacy glass, cruise control, automatic headlamps, automatic wipers, power folding mirrors and carpet mats.
ECOnetic is the economical model and comes with lowered suspension, low rolling resistance tyres and a specially calibrated Duratorq 1.6-litre TDCi engine.
S1600 is the 'sporty' version and has alloy pedals, Quickclear windscreen, stitched leather sports seats with standard side-airbags, leather steering wheel, handbrake cover and gearknob, plus Motorsport-branded floor mats and scuff plates. Body-styling kit includes a unique front bumper with flared lower valence panel, extended side skirts, large rear spoiler and rear diffuser, finished with 17-inch white alloy wheels (16-inch on diesel models). Special paint finish is available in Frozen White or Performance Blue, with contrasting motorsport stripes.
From April 2010 all new Fiesta models come with ESP as standard.
Ford Fiesta (2008 – 2013) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 3950 mm |
| Width | 1722–1787 mm |
| Height | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2489 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1041–1152 kg |
| Boot Space | 295–979 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 12500 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £9,795–£16,795 |
| Insurance Groups | 5–14 |
| Road Tax Bands | A–G |
| Official MPG | 42.8–78.5 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | 5 |
| Child | 4 |
| Pedestrian | 3 |
| Overall | - |
On sale until November 2012
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Edge 1.25 (82ps) 3dr | £11,745 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Edge 1.25 (82ps) 5dr | £12,345 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Edge 1.25 3dr | £11,145 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Edge 1.25 5dr | £11,745 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Edge 1.4 3dr | £12,350 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Edge 1.4 5dr | £12,950 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Edge 1.4 Auto 3dr | £13,350 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Edge 1.4 Auto 5dr | £13,950 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Edge 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £13,145 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Edge 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £13,745 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Edge Econetic 1.6 TDCi DPF 3dr | £14,445 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Edge Econetic 1.6 TDCi DPF 5dr | £15,045 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Studio 1.25 (82ps) 3dr | £10,395 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Studio 1.25 (82ps) 5dr | £10,995 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Studio 1.25 3dr | £9,795 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Studio 1.25 5dr | £10,395 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Studio 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £11,795 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Studio 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £12,395 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Style 1.25 (82ps) 3dr | £11,045 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style 1.25 (82ps) 5dr | £11,645 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style 1.25 3dr | £10,445 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Style 1.25 5dr | £11,045 | 51.4 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Style 1.4 3dr | £11,650 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Style 1.4 5dr | £12,250 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Style 1.4 Auto 3dr | £12,650 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Style 1.4 Auto 5dr | £13,250 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Style 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £12,445 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Style 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £13,045 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Titanium 1.4 3dr | £14,300 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Titanium 1.4 5dr | £14,900 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Titanium 1.4 Auto 3dr | £15,300 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Titanium 1.4 Auto 5dr | £15,900 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Titanium 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £15,095 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Titanium 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £15,695 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Titanium 1.6 3dr | £14,900 | 48.7 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Titanium 1.6 5dr | £15,500 | 48.7 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Titanium Econetic 1.6 TDCi 3dr | £16,195 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Titanium Econetic 1.6 TDCi 5dr | £16,795 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Zetec 1.25 3dr | £12,495 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Zetec 1.25 5dr | £13,095 | 50.4 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Zetec 1.4 3dr | £13,100 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Zetec 1.4 5dr | £13,700 | 48.7 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Zetec 1.4 Auto 3dr | £14,100 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Zetec 1.4 Auto 5dr | £14,700 | 42.8 mpg | 13.9 s |
| Zetec 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £13,895 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Zetec 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £14,495 | 68.9 mpg | 14.8 s |
| Zetec Econetic 1.6 TDCi 3dr | £14,995 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Zetec Econetic 1.6 TDCi 5dr | £15,595 | 78.5 mpg | 12.9 s |
| Zetec S 1.6 3dr | £14,700 | 48.7 mpg | 9.9 s |
| Zetec S 1.6 TDCi 3dr | £15,495 | 67.2 mpg | 11.8 s |
On sale until June 2009
| Hatchback | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| Style 1.25 (82ps) 3dr | £11,695 | 49.5 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style 1.25 (82ps) 5dr | £11,995 | 49.5 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style 1.25 3dr | £11,195 | 52.3 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Style 1.25 5dr | £11,495 | 52.3 mpg | 16.9 s |
| Style 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £12,795 | 67.2 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Style 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £13,095 | 67.2 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Style+ 1.25 (82ps) 3dr | £12,295 | 49.5 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style+ 1.25 (82ps) 5dr | £12,595 | 49.5 mpg | 13.3 s |
| Style+ 1.4 3dr | £12,795 | 49.5 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Style+ 1.4 3dr Auto | £12,795 | - | - |
| Style+ 1.4 5dr | £13,095 | 49.5 mpg | 12.2 s |
| Style+ 1.4 5dr Auto | £13,095 | - | - |
| Style+ 1.4 TDCi 3dr | £13,395 | 67.2 mpg | 14.9 s |
| Style+ 1.4 TDCi 5dr | £13,695 | 67.2 mpg | 14.9 s |
Model History
- March 2008: New Fiesta unveiled
- July 2008
- June 2009
- April 2010
- April 2010: Sporty Fiesta S1600 announced
- October 2010
- February 2011
- March 2011
- July 2011
- August 2011
- March 2012
March 2008
New Fiesta unveiled
To be ECOnetic version emitting less than 100g/km CO2. Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show on 4th March 2008. 'Kinetic design' wraps a supermini packed with technology.
Length: 3,958 mm (12’ 10") Width (electric folded mirrors): 1,722 mm (5’ 8") Width (including mirrors): 1,973 mm (6’ 6") Height: 1,481 mm (4’ 10")
14” steel wheels with 175/65 R14 tyres
15” steel or alloy wheels with 195/60 R15 tyres
16” alloy wheels with 195/45 R16 tyres
17” alloy wheels with 205/40 R17 tyres
Optional spare wheel 5.5 x 14" with 175/65 R 14
The Ford Convers+ system - already available on the Ford Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy - will feature. It's one of several new features and technologies, including keyless vehicle technology symbolised by the distinctive 'Ford Power' button on the instrument panel.
Connectivity is another new Fiesta strength. The new centre console features a convenient tray for MP3 players complete with built-in sockets for an auxiliary (AUX) audio and USB cables, along with the traditional 12 volt outlet. This allows the car's audio system to control and charge the MP3 player. Bluetooth connectivity with voice control is also offered in the new Fiesta, along with more big-car technologies.
1.25-litre (60 and 80PS) and 1.4-litre (91PS) Duratec petrol units are joined by a new Duratec 1.6-litre Ti-VCT (115PS) option. This advanced powertrain provides an additional 15PS over the outgoing model but, thanks to variable valve timing, with no fuel consumption penalty. Ford's TDCi common-rail diesel engines will continue to be offered in 1.4-litre (68PS) and 1.6-litre (90PS) guises. Later in 2008 a Fiesta ECOnetic with CO2 emissions of less than 100g/km will become available.
From launch, all Fiestas will be equipped with the slick Ford Durashift five-speed manual transmission, and a four-speed automatic transmission will be available on selected models. New Fiesta retains the MacPherson strut front suspension and twist-beam rear suspension layout that has been one of its traditional strengths, but the new suspension and steering system has undergone significant development. It has an impressively quiet drive for a small car.
Electric-Power Assist Steering (E-PAS) is introduced in the Fiesta for the first time. E-PAS provides the right balance of low-speed assistance and excellent feel and responsiveness. Three-door and five-door models available from October 2008
July 2008
All-new sporty Zetec S completes new Fiesta range. New 120PS Duratec Ti-VCT petrol engine. Performance and efficiency: 0-60mph in 9.6sec, with 47.9mpg and 139g/km CO2. Debut at London Motor Show. On sale from October 2008.
The frugal Fiesta ECOnetic also receives its world premiere in London, a city where its ultra-low, 98g/km CO2 rating will be exempt it from UK road fund duty. This car is certificated at 76.3mpg.
Crucially, diesels are not fitted with dual mass flywheels.
Studio 3 Door 1.25 060 5 Speed C2 £8,695.00
Studio 3 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £10,195.00
Style 3 Door 1.25 060 5 Speed C2 £9,295.00
Style 3 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £9,795.00
Style 3 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £10,795.00
Style 5 Door 1.25 060 5 Speed C2 £9,895.00
Style 5 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £10,395.00
Style 5 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £11,395.00
Style + 3 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £10,395.00
Style + 3 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £10,895.00
Style + 3 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £11,895.00
Style + 3 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £11,395.00
Style + 5 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £10,995.00
Style + 5 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £11,495.00
Style + 5 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £12,495.00
Style + 5 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £11,995.00
Econetic 3 Door 1.6 TDCi090 DPF 5 Speed A3 £11,845.00
Econetic 5 Door 1.6 TDCi090 DPF 5 Speed A3 £12,445.00
Zetec 3 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £10,995.00
Zetec 3 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £11,495.00
Zetec 3 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £10,442.55
Zetec 3 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £11,995.00
Zetec 3 Door 1.6TDCi090 5 Speed B3 £12,495.00
Zetec 5 Door 1.25 082 5 Speed C2 £11,595.00
Zetec 5 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £12,095.00
Zetec 5 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £13,095.00
Zetec 5 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £12,595.00
Zetec 5 Door 1.6TDCi090 5 Speed B3 £13,095.00
Zetec S 3 Door 1.6 120 5 Speed C2 £12,595.00
Zetec S 3 Door 1.6 TDCi090 5 Speed B3 £13,095.00
Titanium 3 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £12,095.00
Titanium 3 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £13,095.00
Titanium 3 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £12,595.00
Titanium 3 Door 1.6 120 5 Speed C2 £12,595.00
Titanium 3 Door 1.6TDCi090 5 Speed B3 £13,095.00
Titanium 5 Door 1.4 096 5 Speed C2 £12,695.00
Titanium 5 Door 1.4 096 Automatic D2 £13,695.00
Titanium 5 Door 1.4TDCi068 5 Speed B3 £13,195.00
Titanium 5 Door 1.6 120 5 Speed C2 £13,195.00
EURO NCAP 5 stars passenger protection, 4 stars child protection, 3 stars pedestrian protection.
June 2009
Durashift 4-speed torque converter automatic announced, matched to the Fiesta’s new 1.4-litre, 96PS Duratec petrol engine. Does 0-60mph in 13.6 sec, while delivering 43.4mpg and a CO2 rating of 154g/km on the EU combined driving cycle. Development work has refined the Ford Fiesta’s accelerator pedal response and created a sporty driving quality, present even with the automatic transmission. The car’s electronic throttle is tuned to respond differently, depending on how much and how sharply it is applied. More aggressive throttle inputs generate a sharper, sportier response, while gentle throttle inputs deliver a smoother, progressive feel. The 1.4-litre automatic is offered with Style+, Zetec and Titanium trim, at list prices from £13,195.
Range "realigned" October 2009. Now Studio, Edge, ECOnetic, Zetec, Titanium and Zetec S and 1.25, 1.4 or 1.6 petrol or 1.6 diesel engines. Edge and ECOnetic now have standard a/c. Titanium Individual models come with smart leather seats, from £15,145 for 1.4 3-dr.
April 2010
All new Fiestas have Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) as standard Bringing Fiesta in line with Ford's large and medium car line-ups. ESP previously cost around £300. Studio series get heated door mirrors and an in-car entertainment bonus of remote steering-mounted controls, aux-in jack and two additional speakers. Top-of-the-range Titanium models now have Bluetooth and USB connection as standard, worth around £200. A sophisticated new colour, Ink Blue, is also now available across all models.
Engines change to new Euro Stage V emission levels, with all diesels fitted with diesel particulate filters (DPF) and on all series including the 98gCO 2 /km ECOnetic. Diesel engine power goes up by 5PS to 95PS for the 1.6-litre TDCi with DPF. From August 2010 the latest Stage V engine tuning takes the Fiesta 1.4-litre TDCi with DPF up 2PS to 70PS.
Three petrol engines see a reduction in CO 2 emissions:
- 1.25-litre 82PS reduced by 4g to 129g
- 1.6-litre 95PS reduced by 3g to 107g
- 1.6-litre Ti-VCT 120PS reduced by 5g to 134g
For the 1.25-litre engine, 129g/km emissions puts the Ford Fiesta into a lower VED band, resulting in an annual saving of £110.
April 2010
Sporty Fiesta S1600 announced
Based on the Fiesta Zetec-S has alloy pedals, Quickclear windscreen, heated, stitched leather sports seats with standard side-airbags, leather steering wheel, handbrake cover and gearknob, plus Motorsport-branded floor mats and scuff plates. Body-styling kit includes a unique front bumper with flared lower valence panel, extended side skirts, large rear spoiler and rear diffuser, finished with 17-in, white alloy wheels (16-in on diesel models). Special paint finish is available in Frozen White or Performance Blue, with contrasting motorsport stripes.
Under the bonnet, Fiesta’s responsive 1.6-litre, 120PS Duratec Ti-VCT petrol engine, now with 120PS. For performance enthusiasts, a further engine upgrade package will be offered via Ford’s established performance tuning partner, Mountune. List price from £16,645 on-the-road.
October 2010
A new reversing camera which is mounted in the rearview mirror is available now at £475 on all models from Edge to Titanium. When the new rearview camera is selected as an option, the customer benefits from a list of additional convenience features: automatic windscreen wipers, automatic headlamps and rear parking sensors.
Titanium drivers will also now have a Sony radio with CD player, USB and Bluetooth as standard. The Fiesta Titanium already lists many big-car features, including cruise control and automatic headlights.So far this year, 20 per cent of Fiesta customers have chosen to buy top-of-the-range Titanium models.
February 2011
Ford announced arrival of updated Ford Fiesta S1600. Priced from £15,895 on the road, and limited to just 500, the Ford Fiesta S1600 boasts 134PS at 6,700rpm and 160Nm of torque at 4,250rpm from its 1.6-litre, Duratec Ti-VCT petrol engine, and can reach 60mph in just 8.2sec – an improvement of 1.7sec.
Based on the popular three-door 120PS Ford Fiesta Zetec-S, the 120mph Fiesta S1600 marks its sporting pedigree with a body styling kit that includes a unique front bumper with flared lower valence panel, extended side skirts, large rear spoiler and rear diffuser, and 17in white alloy wheels. Frozen White or Performance Blue liveries are available, with contrasting motorsport stripes.
The interior also receives a comprehensive upgrade, including heated, stitched leather sports seats with standard side-airbags, leather steering wheel, handbrake cover and gear-knob, plus motorsport-branded floor mats and scuff plates.The Ford Fiesta S1600 continues a 30-year sporting bloodline that began with the Fiesta XR2 in 1981 and has included Supersport, XR2i, Si, RS and ST models.
March 2011
More than a million sold in Europe by March 2011; 1,160,000 worldwide.
July 2011
The top selling Ford Fiesta range has been extended by the new Style series starting at £9,995.
The new Ford Fiesta Style's specification includes: Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Home Safe headlights, Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS), Intelligent Protection System (IPS), front, side and knee airbags and anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
The body colour on the new Ford Fiesta Style extends to the rear spoiler, front and rear bumpers, door handles and power heated door mirror housings. This combines with an impressive list of features including: 15" wheels with six-spoke covers, Ford EasyFuel System, electrically-operated front windows with ‘one shot’ up and down and anti-trap technology on driver’s side, driver’s seat height adjustment, remote control central double locking and CD player with remote audio controls and AUX sockets.
A new Ford Fiesta entry price has also been announced for the Studio series of £9,495 - £500 less than the previous entry model. The Studio also offers: body colour rear spoiler, front and rear bumpers and tailgate handle, tinted glass, twin chamber halogen reflector headlights with black bezel, reach-and-rake steering wheel adjustment, Ford EasyFuel System plus CD player with remote audio controls and AUX sockets.
August 2011
Britain's best-selling small car, the Ford Fiesta, continues to expand its appeal with the launch of an exciting new special edition, the "Centura", which builds on the most popular model and engine choice in the UK.
The Centura celebrates the 100th anniversary of Ford in Britain, and, available exclusively in black, it pays tribute to the first Ford vehicles to be manufactured in the UK, the Model T in 1911.
Based on the Ford Fiesta Zetec, the Centura boasts a comprehensive list of additional standard equipment valued at £1,800, including metallic Panther Black paint, chrome mirror and door caps, LED daylight running lights, 16-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels, automatic headlamps and windscreen wipers, reverse parking sensors and a parking camera screen mounted in the rear view mirror.
Just 1,000 Ford Fiesta Centura special editions will be available, priced at £13,395 for the three-door version and £13,995 for the five-door. The Ford Fiesta remains the UK's best-selling car with 52,327 sold in the first half of this year.
The Ford Fiesta Centura 1.25-litre 82PS petrol engine is exempt from vehicle excise duty in the first year.
March 2012
New high-tech developments have made Britain’s best-selling car and small van even cleaner with latest emissions dropping from 95 to 87g/km of CO2and combined fuel economy rising to 85.6mpg.
The significantly improved efficiency, boosting the environmental performance of the Fiesta and FiestaVan featuring Econetic Technology by over 12 per cent, has been achieved through the introduction of:
- Auto-Start-Stop
- Upgrades to the 95PS 1.6TDCi engine including friction and combustion improvements and calibration optimisation
- Revised gear ratios
- Smart regenerative charging
- EcoMode
- Improved efficiency of the air conditioning, cooling fan and alternator
Original equipment fitted as standard to the Fiesta and FiestaVan ECOnetic, including rolling resistance tyres, an aero pack comprising undershield and wheel deflectors, variable flow oil pump and shift indicator light, is carried over on ECOnetic Technology models.
Sustainability is important not only for the car, but also for the facilities behind its manufacture. Ford’s Dagenham-built Duratorq TDCi engines are produced in a facility that derives all its electricity from renewable sources, with three dedicated wind turbines.
The Ford Fiesta with ECOnetic Technology has three trim levels to suit different customer requirements: Edge, Zetec or Titanium. Such advanced fuel economy avoids UK road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty) contributions, yet the refinement and fun-to-drive personality of the original Fiesta is retained intact.
FordFiesta's value story continues with five engines in the Fiesta line-up emitting less than 130g/km of CO2 making them exempt from vehicle excise duty in their first year. This includes the 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre TDCi diesel engines, the 1.25-litre 60PS and 82PS petrol engines and the latest 1.6-litre TDCi 95PS ECOnetic Technology engine.
What to watch out for
If buying from stock or buying used and you want a spare wheel, make sure the car has one.
Seems to be a potential locking problem. If you double lock by the remote key, then try to unlock manually with the key (which you might have to do if the battery fails) it is very hard indeed to turn the lock.
Body coloured plastic wheel arch protectors are subject to paint chipping.
03-10-2013:Report of front suspension arm snapping on 32k mile 2010 Fiesta. See photo.
08-10-2013:16" alloy wheels with 195/45 R16 tyres are prone to buckling. Also problems with Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 195/50 R15 tyres cracking between the treads after 4 years and 18k miles.
16-11-2013:Complaint of "notchy" power steering between 10mph and 30mph despite having changed a CV and steering column joint. Possible electrical fault.
07-12-2013:Top part of door seal of 2008-2010 3-door models prone to becoming unglued.
09-12-2013:Petrol engine spark plugs are due to be replaced at third annual service or 37,500 miles, whichever comes first. On an independently serviced Fiesta where the pugs were not replaced at the third service, one plug failed at 39,000 miles, wrecking the engine.
15-12-2013:Complaint that front brake discs of September 2012 Fiesta 1.25 corroded prematurely, replaced under warranty in April 2013 at 5,000 miles, then started grinding again at 8,500 miles in December 2013.
30-03-2014:Starting problems with 60k mile 2010 Fiesta 1.6 TDCI Econetic were diagnosed to be caused by two faulty injectors which cost £1,000 to replace. Goodwill claim put in to Ford.
24-04-2014:Injector failure still common on 1.4 TDCI. To replace all four costs £1,200.
25-04-2014:Repeated 'fuel in oil' light on 9,000km 2012 Fiesta 1.4 TDCI kept in Cyprus, always driven at least 30km. Could be faulty injectors, faulty injector seals or faulty DPF active regenerating system.
23-05-2014:Driver's seatbelt locked in 29k mile 2010 Fiesta 1.6 diesel. Required replacement.
05-08-2014:Complaint of warped front brake discs on 21,250 mile 2013 Fiesta 1.25 82PS.
06-09-2014:High mileage 2011/60 reg Fiesta 1.4 TDCI used as driving school car has sporadic problem where randomly the engine loses power and the engine fan comes on. Probably the DPF regenerating.
25-10-2014:Cruise control failed on 2010 model Fiesta Titanium 1.4 Automatic at just 14,722 miles. Diagnosis was £84. Replacement cost £190.
18-04-2015:Complaint of occasional creaking/knocking from steering of 69k mile 2011 Fiesta 1.6 petrol. Passed MoT. Dealer says will adjust and grease it for £70.
14-05-2015:Complaint of failed EGR of 60,000 mile 2008 Fiesta 1.6 diesel and now also failing front wheel bearings.
25-08-2015:Complaint of a/c failure on 44k mile 2010 Fiesta. Estimated £600+ for repair.
26-11-2015:Spark plug of 2012 Fiesta 1.25 broke up and destroyed the engine. The car was late for its 3 year 37,500 mile service that includes a change of spark plugs so Ford would not accept liability.
11-01-2016:Report of heater motor of 2011 Fiesta Econetic not working on settings 1, 2 and 3 but working on max. Usually means the heater fan motor is failing, possibly due to water ingress. DO NOT SIMPLY REPLACE THE HEATER RESISTOR OR YOU COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL FIRE.
20-03-2016:Problem of 2010 Fiesta 1.4TDCI going into limp home mode with cog and exclamation mark warning light. Lot of soot under the filter box and around the back of the engine. Maybe choked EGR.
25-04-2016:Confused report of 2011/60 Fiesta diesel used for driving instruction emitting fumes into cabin for most of its life. Suspect poor quality diesel and EGR/DPF problems from stop/start use.
17-05-2016:Report of timing belt failing on 2010 Fiesta 1.6 diesel at 101,000 miles. Consequential engine damage.
20-07-2016:Report of single exhaust valve of 2012 Fiesta 1.25 burning out at 42,000 miles leaving owner with a £1,200 bill. Cause not identified, but may be due to failure of spark plug. See 26-11-2015.
31-08-2016:Ford ordered by Thai Office of Consumer Protection Board (OCPB) to buy back 100 Focus and Fiesta models with faulty transmissions if it cannot fix them once and for all within 6 months. If Ford fails tyo fix them it will be compelled to buy them back at a fair price set by the OCPB. Not clear if the transmissions are Powershift dry clutch automatics or manuals.
21-01-2017:Report of heater valve failing in 2009/59 Fiesta Titanium. (Very common failure in Fiestas and KAs.)
06-03-2017:Problem with 2008/58 Ford Fiesta 1.4TDCI. Driving on motorway the powertrain warning light appeared (circular cog with an exclamation mark in the centre of it) when car reached around 55mph. Owner stopped the car and restarted the engine and the light had disappeared as he drove below 50mph but car still felt quite juddery and sometimes misfired whilst driving. Likely to be the familiar injector issue.
14-03-2017:Clunky power steering of 2008 - 2013 Fiestas patiently explained by Alan Clooney in this excellent YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CP6xxJtH9S0. The bearings in the upper CV joint just under the electric power steering motor appear to dry out, possibly due to the heat of the motor. The shaft can be removed using a Torx 12 socket at the top and a 12mm spanner at the bottom. Manipulating and re-greasing the upper CV joint bearings can free them off so the steering action is smooth again. (See 16-11-2013 and 18-4-2015.)
15-08-2017:By August 2017 we were getting reports of 2011 Fiestas with average 50k - 60k miles getting MoT advisories of nearside and offside rear subframe rubber bush deterioration.
24-08-2017:Complaint of faulty Powershift transmission in 2012 Ford Fioesta 1.6.
14-09-2017:Report of "stuttering" and "hesitation" and "missing" from 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.4TDCI after the engine is thoroughly warm (it never occurs until the car has been running for at least 40 minutes and going at 45mph plus). An engine management light has never switched on. Probably an injector fault.
24-12-2017:Report of exhaust valve of no 3 cyinder of 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.25 failing at 36k miles. Garage blamed bad fuel additives and the fuel mixture running too lean leading to excess heat. But this has happened before (20-7-2017 and 26-11-2015) and the culprit there was deemed to be a faulty spark plug.
24-03-2018:Report of failure of dry clutch pack in 2012 Ford Fiesta 1.6 Powershift.
26-07-2018:Report of failing 4-speed torque conveerter automatic transmission in 2011 Ford Fiesta 1.4. The car looses power, driver has to pull over and switch the engine off, wait a few seconds, restart the car and carry on. Had a Solenoid replaced but to no avail. Referred her to a member of http://www.fedauto.co.uk
11-12-2018:Report of 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission of 2012/12 reg Ford Fiesta Titanium failing at 54,000 miles and costing £1,290 to repair.
13-01-2019:Report of judder from clutch of 2008 Ford Fiesta 1.25 at 68,000 miles, more noticeable when the weather is cold and wet. Also it is more noticeable when the engine is cold. Probably needs a new clutch, clutch slave cylinder and release bearing.
02-04-2019:Several reports of Ford Fiesta fan motors only working on the highest setting. This means the fan motor is faulty/wearing out. The car needs a new fan motor. It does not need some cleverdick messing around with the variable resistor that controls it or the car could catch fire.
32 dated faults reported since January 2011
