Ford Fiesta Summary - Should You Buy One in 2022?

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Ford's Fiesta has always been affordable and great to drive. But state of the art? It's that too in its current seventh generation form. Beneath the smart styling lies some clever user-friendly technology - and cabin quality that'll make down-sizing into one of these less of a chore. This is how you right a best seller.
Market and Model
As before, there's a choice of either three or five-door bodystyles, plus an estate. Pricing starts at just over £16,500 for entry-level 'Trend' models; from there, the range progresses through 'Titanium', 'Titanium X' and 'Vignale Edition' models. If you want a lifestyle-orientated Fiersta, there are the 'Active Edition' and 'Active X Edition' variants. And if you want something sporty, things kick off with the 'ST-Line Edition' and 'ST-Line X Edition' variants with the standard engines. The line-up then progresses to full-fat hot hatch 'ST-2', 'ST-3' and 'ST Ford Performance Edition' variants.
Whatever your choice, you'll be offered some up-scale equipment options, examples including an openable panoramic glass roof. There's sophisticated safety too, including a Pedestrian Detection system that can even prevent collisions at night. And 'Active Park Assist' with brake interventions to prevent low-speed collisions when parking hands-free. As for standard equipment, even base models get features like air conditioning, Bluetooth, an 'Emergency Assistance' system and a 6-speaker stereo.
Cost of Ownership
The Ford Fiesta has garnered a reputation for being one of the cheapest superminis to run and this continues. In fact what's remarkable about this improved range is how so many models go below 100g/km. It's now the exception where you find a variant in this line-up that puts out more than the ton.
Take the volume 95PS 1.0 EcoBoost petrol unit, which puts out 116g/km of WLTP-rated CO2 and manages a WLTP-rated combined cycle fuel return of 55.4mpg. That's actually better than the entry-level 1.1-litre Ti-VCT petrol unit (which manages 121g/km and 53.3mpg). In mHEV mild hybrid form, the 1.0-litre EcoBoost unit gets a lower compression ratio and a larger turbo and can be had in 125 and 155PS electrified guises. Plus the mHEV version has been embellished by a beefed-up starter/generator driven by a belt at the front of the engine that stores the energy harvested when you brake or decelerate in a tiny 48-volt lithium-ion battery secreted at the back of the car. The 125PS EcoBoost Hybrid variant manages up to 58.9mpg and 109g/km.
For the 1.5 TDCi diesel, the figures are 112g/km and 65.7mpg. An Eco button for manual transmissions adjusts engine and throttle settings to help drivers save even more fuel when desired. Underbody aero shielding further reduces aero drag.
As for the warranty, well like all Fords, this one comes with a 36-month 60,000-mile package that also includes one year of Europe-wide breakdown assistance. On top of that, there's an anti-corrosion guarantee for 12 years. Ford also offers the chance to extend this cover - to either four years and 80,000 miles or five years and 100,000 miles.
Summary
The Ford Fiesta has always been a vehicle the British public has warmed to but the truth is that before this seventh generation model arrived, supermini buyers chose this car either because it was great to drive or because they'd been offered a deal too good to turn down: there wasn't really another reason to buy one. This MK7 version has changed all that, smarter to look at, smarter to sit in, smarter to operate and smarter under the bonnet.
A smarter choice all round then? Many will think so. This still may not be the largest or the plushest car in the supermini sector but on just about every other main criteria, it's either up there or class-leading. There's an unpretentious quality to it and a focus on providing the things that really matter to small car buyers - the fun handling and affordable technology Ford has long delivered to them in this segment but also the low running costs, strong safety provision and low emissions they now need too.
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Would you buy a Ford Fiesta?

[@mariojager43]

No. Nice looking car and good dynamically but over priced now there are far cheaper alternatives like the new Sandero, which I believe won't lose at much money in the long run. I would pick the new Clio over the Ford.

[@joe80ss]

I've owned 3 but need more space and practicality nowadays.

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@@joe80ss Hi Joe, are you looking for a new car at the moment?

[@joe80ss]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I will be. Constantly changing. Currently have seat ateca fr needed the space for medical equipment and space for rear passengers etc so it made sense at the time, likely to downsize slightly, when the new Honda hrv is out.

[@Steve-uf8pk]

It’s important you are aware of the following if you are considering a new 2022 Fiesta ST-3 Unfortunately the following equipment has been removed, which was standard on the pre-facelift ST 1,Exterior Mirrors - Power Fold (Not Heated) 2, blind-spot monitoring and rear-cross traffic alert 3, Rain Sensing Automatic Windscreen Wipers 4, Auto-dimming Rear View Mirror 5, Forward Collision Warning 6, Lane Keeping Aid with Lane Departure Warning 7, Exterior Mirrors - Puddle Lamps

[@matthewsmith2787]

They are great cars, there is so many on the roads which just shows how popular they are. Although you certainly won’t stand out from the crowd

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[@matthewsmith2787]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply I have been made redundant and getting a new job soon, so hopefully in a few months time

[@ipelengcherryl6234]

I wouldn’t hesitate to buy a new Ford Fiesta since I’m already driving the 2018 model sad part is they have faced out in South Africa, they only selling the Ecosports and other big cars

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Sorry to hear that Ipeleng. What do you enjoy most about your 2018 model?

[@joe80ss]

After owning 3 ford fiestas. I really miss them but I needed bigger and more practicality.

[@oddities-whatnot]

Peoples lifestyles change. I have a Mini Cooper S and would like the excuse to get a much bigger car but I dont have the lifestyle to justify a huge 4x4 outside the door. I only need a small car but its not practical in the slightest. Toying with the idea of a new, much bigger car for myself next Xmas but it doesnt need to be an SUV, which frankly are ubiquitous in the extreme. Estates seems to be making a comeback, I see a lot on the roads now. Top pick for me is the Subaru Outback. It will cater for any lifestyle I may have.

[@joe80ss]

@@oddities-whatnot you can always go for a crossover or small suv. Estates are brilliant but some people don't want such a long car etc

[@matthewsmith2787]

Fiestas are practical enough, they can fit the weekly shop in with ease and carry 5 people

[@joe80ss]

@@matthewsmith2787 5 people you're having a laugh. 4 at a squeeze unless they midgets.

[@pb5x5]

The Fiesta is nice to drive but the steering feels less natural now over the older cars. It is slightly springy which is odd. Also a few parts like the door pulls feel cheap and you will never get near the claimed mpg with a 1 litre 3 pot. So I bought a Focus mk3.5 instead which feels more like an older Fiesta.

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Hope you're enjoying your MK3.5 👍

[@pb5x5]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Yep thanks, does 60 mpg (diesel) if driven slowly enough. It thinks it is doing 65+ in car figure.

[@Baj64]

I'm currently considering buying the 125PS version of the MHEV, but isn't the MK8 coming very soon ? I'd really be mad if it was announced a little after I bought this one. Thanks for the shorter version. ^^

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[@athollmcnicoll1028]

I think after watching your video, I'll stick with my Fiesta Active which has most of the things mentioned , already fitted, so why change to a bigger turbo when the one I have does a decent job?

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[@alistairvenning7329]

I have and I wpuld buy another one

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[@ccooper8785]

I would much rather buy a MK1 fiesta with a modern engine and safety systems. If only such a sensible, basic car were still available rather than all these ridiculous, bloated suv's and crossovers.

[@oddities-whatnot]

Well said. I am tired of this SUV obsession, and most are pointless with no more practicality than an estate car. Its all pretentious bullshit when people say they need an SUV. They are nothing more than fashion cars to keep up with the Joneses. Most of them are two wheel drive only which makes them completely pointless. Proper SUVs are the Toyota Landcruiser and Mitsubishi Shogun Sport. I actually see a lot more estates now, and wonder if they are making a comeback. They are easier to get in and out of, and often have more load space than an SUV.

[@matthewsmith2787]

The new Puma is basically a fiesta, just are more bloated version yet still feels rather cramped inside

[@alexgeorgakilas1394]

Should i buy it or wait for the new one?

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[@Klokmose1]

The armrest drives me nuts 😅

[@tshepisoonalerona6225]

I want 😭

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[@freeaolcd]

Yes, bought a used 2015. So dumb they don't sell them in the US. It's a FORD FFS!

[@danielleroux6490]

I agree with you 100% Let's all do our part - call or write Ford US Customer Relationship Center and tell them what their American customers want. If we all contact them, maybe they'll realize it's a profitable business decision to bring the new Fiesta ST 6 spd manual transmission to the US/North American market. Wouldn't hurt to ask for the Focus ST and/or the Puma ST 6 speed manual as well! Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, MI 48126 Ford U.S. Phone: [phone]

[@forresg500]

nice smartcar but so overpriced now, ford putting more on options list now so no vignale is now 25 26k for auto now think i stick with kia longer warranty, more spec pound for pound,

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[@nickhickson8738]

No Electronic handbrake therefore no buy. Couldn't go back to manual handbrake after 5 years with my MK7 Golf with that and Autohold. Seemless operation.

[@oddities-whatnot]

More to go wrong. Cars have too many gadgets and electrics these days. Did you know you can have autohold in cars with a manual handbrake Mine has.

[@matthewsmith2787]

Electronic handbrakes are more convenient, but certainly not reliable

[@waynekerrr9027]

No

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What don't you like about the Ford Fiesta, Wayne?

[@waynekerrr9027]

Too many reliability issues from past ownerships, and bad dealership problems..wouldn't touch another fiesta with a very long barge pole

[@oddities-whatnot]

@@waynekerrr9027 Problem is, far too much competition with other brands and models now, unlike 30 years ago. Ford must realise they cant just assume customers will stay loyal like they did years ago. People also have higher expectations nowadays as regards interior finish and equipment levels. Easier finance options allow you to get a far better quality car for your money, which wasnt possible before PCP finance was created. Thats where Ford are going wrong.

[@KevinP-y7k]

No longer an option 😂😂😂

[@customerwright172]

You should buy a fiesta st mk7 not the new one bc it's is shit

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Hi Shane, why aren't you a fan of the new Fiesta?

[@customerwright172]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply well for a start I have a mk7 modified heavily 😂😂😂 the mk8 engine is 3 cylinder aka lawnmower engine.... I could go on but that alone put me off

[@mikecawood]

Seeing as the Fiesta is shortly going to be discontinued nobody should buy one.

[@paulbond1666]

Fords are a crap motors buy a Audi if you can afford one

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Are you looking for a new car, Paul?

[@densanity7974]

Id rather drive a fiat multipla than to look and act like a douchebag on the road LMAO