Ford Fiesta cars

What types of used Ford Fiesta cars are there?

The Ford Fiesta has been one of the best-selling cars in Britain for a long time now. Justifiably so, as it's great fun to drive and comes with lots of engine and trim combinations to choose from.

There have been seven generations of the Ford Fiesta since 1976, but Ford stopped making the car in 2023 to make room for new electric models. 

It’s a model that would suit the solo motorist as much as it would a busy family, with a comfortable and spacious interior and a 292-litre boot that can be extended to 1,093 litres if you drop the rear seats.  

Fiesta fans enjoy the low running costs of the car, with many popular versions being capable of more than 50mpg and some diesels exceeding 70mpg. 

To get the best bang for your buck, consider newer and more efficient models like the EcoBoost petrol engines with mild hybrid tech (badged MHEV) for fuel-efficient driving at a pocket-friendly price. 

Trim levels include the Titaniun, Active and ST. Additionally, a used Fiesta can be had with either three doors, five doors or in rugged Active trim.

– Read our Ford Fiesta review 

What features does the Ford Fiesta have?

All versions of the Ford Fiesta for sale get a lot of kit as standard, such as Bluetooth connectivity, electric mirrors and important safety tech, including in entry-level models.

Top-spec Ford Fiestas come with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, LED headlights with LED daytime running lights and the touchscreen Ford SYNC infotainment system.   

The infotainment system has smartphone integration, usually with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto built-in and a handy sat-nav system.   

If you’re going to be manoeuvring your Ford Fiesta around those packed-out, inner-city car parks, then you'll be grateful for its parking sensors. Parking cameras and blind spot recognition are also available on many popular models.  

Is the Ford Fiesta reliable?

The Ford Fiesta is known for its high safety standards and reliability – it’s a car built using Ford’s tried-and-tested manufacturing practices.

It consistently scores high on consumer surveys for reliability and gets good reviews.   

All models get a three-year warranty from new, so you’ll find used Ford Fiesta cars with plenty of manufacturer cover remaining.

How much does the Ford Fiesta cost to run?

A used Ford Fiesta is a cheap choice to insure, falling in insurance bands 2-30. This will change depending on the Fiesta model you go for, with the Ford Fiesta ST models coming in at the higher end of the scale. 

The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engines are the pick of the bunch because they’re punchy yet very economical, making them cheap to run. 

Newer models get mild hybrid tech to reduce emissions (and your tax bills), while earlier diesels promise extremely high mpg figures on longer trips. 

Who is the Ford Fiesta suitable for?

The Ford Fiesta hatchback is a brilliant car that guarantees an easy drive and reliable manufacturing, with a pop of hot-hatch power. It’s practical enough for a variety of needs, with three-door and five-door options. 

It’s one of Britain’s most-traded used cars, with buyers ranging from first-time buyers to families to retirees.

Because there are so many configurations to pick from, there should be something to suit everyone. 

A used Ford Fiesta for sale has a few rivals including the Renault Clio, Peugeot 208 and Vauxhall Corsa.