Hatchback · 2013–2017

FordFiesta

The Mk7 Fiesta was Britain’s best-seller for years — light, cheap to run and easy to park. The 1.0 EcoBoost is lively when healthy, but the wet timing belt is the big ownership question on higher-mileage cars.

Best for: City drivers, new drivers and anyone who wants a small petrol hatch that is still fun to drive.

Power: 125 hp
Economy: 47–62 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Torque: 170–250 Nm

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

12 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Style / Studio 1.25 Basic early petrols. Fine for learners; check cambelt age on older Ti-VCT. 1.25 Ti-VCT · 45–55 mpg	1.25 Ti-VCT	60–82 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
Zetec 1.0 EcoBoost Volume UK seller. Wet-belt history is the buying question. 1.0 EcoBoost · 55–62 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	100 hp	55–62 mpg	~£195*
Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost Higher kit — cruise, auto lights, better seats. 1.0 EcoBoost · 50–60 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	100–125 hp	50–60 mpg	~£195*
Titanium X Top comfort trim. Check panoramic roof drains if fitted. 1.0 EcoBoost · 50–58 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	125 hp	50–58 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line Bodykit and firmer suspension — not an ST. 1.0 EcoBoost · 47–55 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	125–140 hp	47–55 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line X ST-Line plus bigger alloys and kit. Watch inner tyre wear. 1.0 EcoBoost · 47–52 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	140 hp	47–52 mpg	~£195*
Active Crossover styling, raised ride. Same EcoBoost checks. 1.0 EcoBoost · 48–55 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	100–125 hp	48–55 mpg	~£195*
Vignale Luxury trim. Rare; verify options on the invoice. 1.0 EcoBoost · 48–55 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost	125–140 hp	48–55 mpg	~£195*
Fiesta ST (Mk7) Hot hatch. Mounts, clutch, track use, ST2/ST3 kit levels. 1.6 EcoBoost · 35–42 mpg	1.6 EcoBoost	182–200 hp	35–42 mpg	~£195+*
Fiesta ST-3 Full ST kit — Recaros, nav. Budget for tyres. 1.6 EcoBoost · 35–40 mpg	1.6 EcoBoost	200 hp	35–40 mpg	~£195+*
1.5 TDCi diesel Rare vs petrol. Check DPF if short-trip history. 1.5 TDCi · 65–75 mpg	1.5 TDCi	75–95 hp	65–75 mpg	~£195*
Powershift automatic Dual-clutch — demand fluid service proof. 1.0 EcoBoost DCT · 45–55 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost DCT	100–125 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK Vehicle Excise Duty for typical post-April 2017 cars after year one (~£195 petrol/diesel standard rate at time of writing). First-year rates, pre-2017 CO₂ bands, electric rules and the expensive-car supplement can differ — confirm with the registration on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.0 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 10–17

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Buying a used Fiesta

1Ask for wet-belt inspection invoices or budget for a replacement
2Check for coolant in the oil and cold-start rattle
3ST models need a careful clutch and tyre check

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Wet timing belt inspection and coolant contamination on EcoBoost engines
Clutch and dual-mass flywheel wear on manuals
Rear axle bush and suspension knock with mileage

Owner handbook

Official Ford manuals — oil grades, tyre pressures, fuses. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN