2018 Ford Fiesta review
Ford Fiesta highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Fun, sporty handling
- Nicely-made interior with available technology upgrades
- Exciting performance from Fiesta ST
Cons
- Limited cargo and rear seat space
- Ride quality and seat comfort are poor compared to rivals
- No available driver aids
Mileage (EPA estimate)
26 city, 33 highway, 29 combined
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The 2018 Ford Fiesta loses a liter
Available as both a sedan and hatchback, the 2018 Ford Fiesta has a nicely-made interior with good ergonomics, sporty handling, and a surprisingly quiet ride. On the downside, the interior and cargo area are tight, even for a subcompact, and other subcompacts offer more comfort on the road. Still, there’s a lot of personality here, and the Fiesta ST dials up the fun with a more powerful turbocharged engine, although it is only available with a manual transmission. Unfortunately for 2018, Ford discontinued the very fuel-efficient 1.0-liter engine.
For 2018, the Fiesta’s rearview camera is now standard equipment on the base Fiesta S. If you’re looking for touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, be aware that was an option on the Fiesta SE trim, and only standard on the Fiesta Titanium. If you want driver aids like forward collision warning or adaptive cruise control, you’ll have to look elsewhere.
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What is new for the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
- The ST trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
- The SE trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
- The S trim now comes with Rear View Camera as standard equipment.
2018 Ford Fiesta trims
S:
- 120-hp, 112-lb-ft of torque 1.6L
- Cloth Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Manual Transmission
- View our Ford Fiesta S inventory
SE:
- Includes all features available on the S
- Cruise Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Power Windows
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Titanium:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Leather Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Parking Sensors
- Smart Key
- Automatic Transmission
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Sony Sound System
- Apple CarPlay
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ST:
- Includes all features available on the Titanium
- 197-hp, 202-lb-ft of torque 1.6L
- Rear Spoiler
- Turbo Charged Engine
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What We Like
Handling: The Fiesta isn’t particularly quick in a straight line, but it’s well-suited to tackling curves thanks to its sporty handling and quick steering. There’s plenty of fun to be had here, although the tradeoff is a stiffer ride.
Interior quality: Overall, the Fiesta’s interior feels well-built and the controls are thoughtfully laid out for easy use. In higher trims, the sense of quality is upgraded by soft-touch materials on touchpoints like the steering wheel and shifter knob. We just wish the seats were a bit more comfortable to sit in.
Fiesta ST: The standard Fiesta engine can’t quite match the little car’s handling prowess, but the ST takes care of that with a 197-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a sportier suspension, and a more aggressive look.
What Needs Improvement
Interior space: Even among subcompact cars, the Fiesta has a tight backseat and a small cargo space, whether you opt for the sedan or hatchback. The Fiesta works best as a city runabout for one or two people.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford Fiesta an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Fiesta 15th out of 27 among Subcompact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Ford FiestaFord Fiesta features and specs
S 2WD 4D Hatchback
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Sync System
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Manual Transmission
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
120
Torque (ft-lbs)
112
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
12.4
Wheelbase
98"
Overall length
159.7"
Width
67.8"
Height
58.1"
Leg room
F 42.2"/R 31.2"
Head room
F 39.1"/R 37.2"
Front tires
P185/60HR15
Rear tires
P185/60HR15
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Manual 5
2018 Ford Fiesta FAQ
The 2018 Ford Fiesta is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S : 27 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- SE : 27 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway
- ST : 26 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Titanium : 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
The Ford Fiesta received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford Fiesta as 14 out of 27 among Subcompact Car
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Here is what's new for the 2018 Ford Fiesta:
- Rear View Camera
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