Ford Fiesta
The 2019 Ford Fiesta is about average for reliability, with significant concerns in its **powertrain** and **airbag systems**.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual/Standard | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2015 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2014 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2013 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (AM6) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2012 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Automatic (AM6) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2011 | hatchback | 4 | 1.6 | Regular | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | Keyless ignition | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 98 | 15 | 15 | — | Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 98 | 15 | 15 | Standard | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | — | — | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 98 | 15 | 15 | Standard | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 303 | 10.7 | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | autoBrake | rearCamera | autoReverseSystem | adaptiveDrivingBeam |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2019 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2018 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — |
| 2017 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2016 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2015 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2014 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2011 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2019
NewestThe 2019 Ford Fiesta is about average for reliability, with significant concerns in its **powertrain** and **airbag systems**.
2018
The 2018 Ford Fiesta presents a mixed ownership proposition; while generally rated as good, significant concerns regarding its **power train** and **electrical system** warrant careful pre-purchase inspection.
2017
The 2017 Ford Fiesta offers average reliability, but its **powertrain** and **engine** systems are frequent sources of owner complaints.
2016
The 2016 Ford Fiesta offers engaging driving dynamics and good fuel economy, but its 'Below Average' reliability verdict, driven by significant powertrain issues, makes it a high-risk used purchase.
2015
Approach the 2015 Ford Fiesta with caution; its below-average reliability, primarily driven by **powertrain** and **engine** concerns, necessitates thorough pre-purchase inspection.
2014
The 2014 Ford Fiesta presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant and persistent powertrain issues, particularly with the transmission.
2013
Approach the 2013 Ford Fiesta with caution; its automatic transmission is a well-documented chronic problem that makes this a high-risk used purchase.
2012
Approach the 2012 Ford Fiesta with caution; its below-average reliability, primarily due to significant power train issues, makes it a high-risk used purchase.
2011
Approach the 2011 Ford Fiesta with caution; its below-average reliability, primarily due to significant power train issues, makes it a high-risk used purchase.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Ford Fiesta?
Carfocal currently has 9 published Fiesta reports, covering 2011 through 2019. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2019 Ford Fiesta is about average for reliability, with significant concerns in its **powertrain** and **airbag systems**.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
Is the Ford Fiesta reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Ford Fiesta. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2019 ford fiesta is about average for reliability, with significant concerns in its **powertrain** and **airbag systems**. and the 2019 ford fiesta's value proposition is significantly impacted by its documented reliability concerns, especially regarding the **powertrain**. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
9 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Ford Fiesta?
Across Carfocal's published Fiesta guides, recurring problem areas include Transmission (PowerShift DCT), Airbag System, and Rearview Camera System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Transmission (PowerShift DCT), Airbag System, and Rearview Camera System.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 9
- Years tracked
- 9
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints