The compact 2018 Ford Fiesta offers a cute and sporty profile and is a great value for the money. The new Fiesta, which is priced for entry-level buyers, offers 120-horsepower in a 4-cylinder engine that operates with a 5-speed manual transmission. The low weight of 2,600 pounds helps it maintain an acceptable level of acceleration even with its limited power engine. Ford has equipped the Fiesta with a comfortable, sophisticated interior with numerous options for convenience and safety features. Overall, most critics and drivers agree that you can't beat the Fiesta for all that it offers at its very reasonable price point. Read on to learn more about this compact sedan and its best options.
The Ford Fiesta offers pretty good fuel efficiency, as expected for a car this size. The five-speed manual option gets an average of 27mpg in the city and 35mpg on the highway. Its dual-clutch automatic transmission counterpart offers the same 27mpg for city driving with 37mpg on the highway.
Yes, the 2018 line of Fiestas includes four different Hatchback trim packages: the S, SE, ST, and the Titanium trim; ranging in price from $14,415 to $21,195. Many drivers find the hatchback the preferrable option due to its interior roominess and sleek profile.
Without a doubt, the 2018 ST is the sportiest of the Fiesta bunch. This trim is available with some great options: 1.6-liter turbo-4 engine with 197hp. Torque is at 202-lb-ft with 1,400rpm. This fun-to-drive compact is only available with a manual transmission in the ST trim.
The base-level Fiestas all come with Bluetooth capabilities, AM/FM/CD system that syncs with Bluetooth streaming, rearview cameras, and A/C. Many upgrades are only available on certain models such as the remote and moonroof options that are available with the SE.
Yes, Ford offers a range of Fiesta trims, some of which include an automatic dual-clutch transmission. However, this car really shines with the 5-speed manual transmission, with some drivers finding the automatic option jerking and less enjoyable to drive.
For a car its size, and especially for one with a 120hp 1.6-liter engine, the Fiesta offers decent acceleration and clocks in at 0-60mph reached in a respectable 10 seconds. Most experts attribute this stat to the pretty light weight of the car of 2,700 pounds.
This car may work for families with small children, but it may become a tougher option for a full-grown family of five. Although the specs list 3-person seating in the back, it would be a very tight squeeze, especially for anyone tall.
The Fiesta ranks on the low end of the crash tests, and the NHTSA gives it an overall rank of four stars, with a five-star rating for side impacts. There have been reported issues regarding the left rear door pushing in during crashes. The IIHS gives the Fiesta a "Good" overall rank.