Ford Fiesta

Ford Fiesta in Nigeria

The Fiesta is a subcompact sedan and hatchback with three engines to choose from, ranging from peppy and affordable to tiny and unique to pocket-rocket responsive. It has a vivacious attitude and quick handling, making it a joy to drive, while its small size makes parking a breeze.

The base engine is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 120 horsepower. It's not quick, but it feels peppy enough with the 5-speed manual transmission if you work hard to keep the revs up. It helps that the Fiesta is only 2,600 pounds. It achieves 30 mpg with the 5-speed transmission and 31 mpg with the optional 6-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Lineup

The Fiesta is available in four trim levels: S, SE, Titanium, and ST.

A 4.2-inch display for the AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth 6-speaker audio system, air conditioning, a rearview camera, fabric upholstery, manual windows, and 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps are all standard on the Fiesta S sedan. The 5-speed manual transmission comes standard, with a 6-speed twin-clutch transmission available as an option. A turbocharged 3-cylinder engine is also available as an option. The hatchback is an additional expense.

Power windows, cruise control, keyless ignition, ambient lighting, and a theft alarm are all standards on the Fiesta SE. The Titanium trim includes leather upholstery, heated seats, automatic climate control, heated side mirrors, a Sony audio system, and Sync 3 infotainment. A 6-speed dual-clutch transmission is used. Its worth is questionable at such a high price.

The Fiesta ST, which is only available as a hatchback, is the most expensive, but it has a 197-horsepower engine to match. It has sport seats, black inside trim, aluminum pedals, black headlamp rims, tall spoiler, custom bodywork, and 17-inch alloy wheels, as well as improvements to the suspension, steering, and brakes.

Specifications for this vehicle

Why you should consider this vehicle

A fun-to-drive five-speed manual is standard, as is a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine; an available six-speed automatic is almost as much joy to drive as the manual. The steering is precise and well-weighted, and the Fiesta is fun to drive in the corners despite its lack of speed.

Although the rear seat is cramped in both sedan and hatchback versions, its small size and lack of basic equipment should not be a deal-breaker. With the rear seats folding, the hatchback can fit 14 carry-on luggage.

Driving impression of the Ford Fiesta

Because the Fiesta was developed in Europe, it has communicative handling and excellent cornering. It's quick and adaptable. The weight and sensation of the electric power steering are just correct. The Fiesta's handling, like that of the original Mazda Miata, makes it feel faster than it is, and it loves to zoom down country roads.

The 1.6-litre, 120-horsepower standard engine is smooth and powerful enough to keep up with traffic, but it requires some effort; because there isn't much torque, you must keep the revs up and shift the 5-speed gearbox frequently. Accelerating from zero to 60 mph takes approximately ten seconds.

Although the offered 6-speed dual-clutch transmission has been upgraded, it still lacks the smoothness of traditional automatic transmission. On a smooth roadway, the Fiesta' is firm and composed, but its short wheelbase causes the ride to become choppy.

Do you want one?

If you're looking for a small, sporty hatchback, now is the time to buy a Ford Fiesta. In a quick and nimble 5-door, the tiny 3-cylinder turbocharged engine offers excellent fuel mileage. The ST is an incredible deal in a pocket rocket. So hurry over to Cars45 and get yours now.