Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
26 -31 City / 33 -43 HWY
Horsepower
120 -197
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sydni V
It has a built in colored lights system that is very cool.
So far, I have had zero problems with the car. I have had it for 3 years and it is a great car. It gets really good gas mileage I normally only have to fill up every other week when going through my normal work/school routine. I have noticed no blind spots on the car it is extremely great to see out of.
accountCircle Jana M
Good vehicle for great price!
Small but comfortable. Good power, nice interior design. Everything within reach. Bluetooth, electronic display for everything. No problems other than battery. $300 to replace. Nothing would function. Traction control, transmission, everything malfunctioning due to bad battery.
accountCircle Lanie C
Speed and style in an efficient little package.
My fiesta may be small but it is so efficient and effective for its size! Adjusting the front seats makes for easy seating accommodations in the back seat, holding a total of 5 people. Additionally, with my hatchback model, I have plenty of cargo space in my trunk with easy access. This car has all the power and speed needed for regular driving use and gets great gas mileage!
accountCircle Linda s
No problems great gas mileage comfy to seat in ithas some pep to it and has a big truck plus it can seat up tp 5 people
It didn't cost alot and it's not the fancy model but it's still a nice car if you want something with good gas mileage
accountCircle Joshua C
Small subcompact car, great on gas, and spacious interior.
It is probably my favorite car I've owned. It is small and sporty. It is very quick and great on gas. There is also a screen that you can connect your phone to. You can display your GPS on there too. For such a small car it is very roomy on the inside.
accountCircle Kevin M
It's great on gas, and very affordable, 3 years and still no issues
This car has been super reliable no issues, great on gas mileage and cool features inside the car as well. This car is well worth the money as an affordable option. This model also has many different styles like hatchback as well and filling up at the pump doesn't break the bank
accountCircle Charlie M
The hatchback so far is a good size for things I buy.
I have a hatchback and it is big enough to carry different cargoes, is comfortable and easy to drive. Mileage is really good and have never had a problem with it. Love the look and color of it. Is just the right size for me at a really good price. Would buy one again if it was actually sold here. Only sold overseas now.
accountCircle Natalie B
Ford fiesta- what’s it like?
I really love this car! It drives very smoothly and shifts gears beautifully (it is an automatic). The only problem I have ever had was when my battery bit the dust, and when I got it jump-started it somehow messed up the transmission and then refused to shift out of park. I have had it for about 3 years now, and this is the first and only problem I have ever had with it. I got mine use so the interior was not perfect- it had some cigarette burns in the driver seat. But those holes have not grown or frayed whatsoever ever since I got it. Overall, I find this car to be very reliable and comfortable to drive. I love the hatchback, which really gives some extra room.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Does it matter
Tires
The car is ok. The service department and sales are beyond pathetic.
accountCircle Jasmine B
Run from the fiesta unless it is older than 2010.
Bad transmission, car jerks when pulling off, good on gas if you fill it up, reliable for local driving, very small, and tight fit if your not on the smaller side. Led lights, Bluetooth, and sync are the mostest newest features. Car will randomly throw out computer errors.
accountCircle Asia G
Ford fiesta can be a reliable car, but always keep money saved up for issues.
It has motherboard malfunctions frequently, and is not always reliable for long distance drives. The comfort is semi-comfortable, but not enough space for people over 5’9. The features on the car malfunction also sometimes. Whenever you want to Bluetooth from the car occasional it will not let you move from the am radio station.
accountCircle Lashae S
My car has a Bluetooth voice in it called sync.
The ford fiesta is very good on gas, but that is the only good part about it. The car is not very spacious on the inside so if I have more than three people in my car they will be squashed. Also the car is completely manual which means roll the windows up ect.
accountCircle Marcy R
If your tires are too low, it gives you a warning so that you can fill them with air.
It's black so it loves the 90 degree days so that I can fry an egg on the dashboard. The headrest is uncomfortable. I'm tall and it just doesn't work for me.
accountCircle Noah B
2016 ford fiesta: small but powerful, handy but could use some upgrades.
The fiesta is generally reliable, but my model seems to have a lot of computer issues, Bluetooth problems and other small issues that make the car seem shoddy. It is small inside but it handles very well, even in bad weather. I like the hatch back feature, you can transport more than you think.
accountCircle Bailie H
Ford fiesta is not a good car personally.
Timing belt broke. Car is terrible in wind, rain, or snow. Gas mileage does not add up with what the car is supposed to be getting. Car is nice for young drivers that do not travel far. However, if you drive a far distance regularly this is not the car for you.
accountCircle sher m
The most important thing about it is it gets great gas mileage.
It drives like it has a bad transmission and I purchased it brand new. I love the fuel economy

Ford Fiesta Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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S
120 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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SE
120-123 HP 31-36 MPG 5 Seats
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Titanium
120 HP 31 MPG 5 Seats
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ST
197 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats
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2016 Ford Fiesta Owner Reviews

4.22
368 Reviews
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5 stars 45%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 14%
2 stars 3%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Holly G on June 25, 2021
Good value for the cheap price.
Rattles when idling and no one can figure out why. Brakes are very sensitive. Door handle broke off on driver side door. Not easy to drive up a hill. Seats stain easily. Windows are manual roll up. The back seat needs to be larger. Slides in the mud easily.
accountCircle Madison A on June 16, 2021
Ford fiesta: a good first car for a college student.
Very reliable but small. Not durable in winter weather and a year later I am looking to trade. The inner features are cheap and not durable- buttons, gear shift, etc. The material inside the vehicle is nice. The computer is helpful. I wish that the material on the doors and center were better quality.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Vanessa S.

It is small so I can make turns easy, parallel park easy, and fit into compact spots. It is cheap which is always a plus. It is reliable, have not had any problems with it. Easy to clean, again because its small. And I am a shorter person, so it fits me well.

likeFilled Brenda H.

Smooth ride, excellent sound system, Bluetooth enabled, USB compatible, power windows... Excellent heat/cooling - it only takes a few minutes before either one is going full-blast and the car is comfortable. The fuel efficiency is good. The windows defrost quickly and easily.

likeFilled Ivan H.

Inexpensive vehicle. Reliable with no problems so far. It gets good gas mileage. I like the sync feature for hands free audio. Heater warms up fairly quickly on cold days, and front and rear defrost does a good job.

likeFilled Michelle R.

Good little race car. Torque is great. Have had lots of minor things go bad but covered under warranty. Because it's so little a lot of rattles & relays can be heard. Heat is sluggish. Takes forever for the thermostat to open so the cabin doesn't heat up quickly. Love the hydraulic clutch. Hard to find good a/s tires for it.

likeFilled Mary M.

It is small but comfortable. In addition, it is economical to run. It has just enough technology to suit me. I get 25 miles per gallon in city driving. The hatchback is large enough to hold all my groceries.

likeFilled Miranda S.

Good on gas. Small for small person. If you are looking for a good vehicle with good gas mileage this is the car for you. Ford will always be there to help you with any concerns. Has Bluetooth also. Great car.

likeFilled Alisa S.

The car is inexpensive, and because of its size, it is easy to park almost anywhere. The body of the car is very cute and appealing, and I love the hatchback. Overall, for the price, this is a great vehicle.

likeFilled Tori Z.

The Bluetooth is a really nice feature to have in the car. It makes hands free calling easy. There's also lights in the car that you can change the color of. The gas mileage is also really good. I do not have to stop for gas often at all unless I am making a lot of long trips.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Vanessa S.

I cannot figure out the dang Sync system that connects to my phone. The radio buttons are confusing and arduous menu to look through to change any settings. I do not have any nice things like heated seats, or auto-start, or a good cold/hot air system in the car.

dislikeFilled Brenda H.

We had some difficulty getting our phones hooked up to the Bluetooth and smartphone accessible features, because we purchase it used and the previous owner's phone was still stored/paired with it. Otherwise, we haven't really had any complaints! On -- the glove compartment could definitely be a little bigger. The cabin storage is pretty limited.

dislikeFilled Ivan H.

The interior had a cheap feel to it. No power windows. Interior lights seem a bit dim. No automatic lights, can be easy to forget to turn on during rain. I Apple CarPlay. Not a lot of quick acceleration.

dislikeFilled Michelle R.

Slow to heat up. Hard to find all season tires. 30K and already replaced the instrument cluster, all 4 tires, and rear brakes. Clear coat on rims are flaking causing slow leaks like every week. One of my headlights already has condensation.

dislikeFilled Mary M.

Here we go again! It is a little bumpy because of its size. It certainly cannot be characterized as a luxury car, if that is what you want. It is white, so dirt really shows. The handles are hard to open when it is icy outside.

dislikeFilled Miranda S.

No backup camera. Bluetooth shuts off whenever it wants. Slow to start up when on the gas. Shakes after going up to 70. Takes awhile to heat up in general also. Back windows are little & don't go down all the way.

dislikeFilled Alisa S.

The car is made pretty inexpensively. Additionally, because it is very small, it is not a good option for tall people. For me at 5'6, it is the perfect size when the seat is pushed all the way back. It is uncomfortable to drive for my 5'11 husband.

dislikeFilled Tori Z.

The Bluetooth sometimes stops working for a while. It is a small car, so sometimes I wish there was more room, but I do not need more space all the time. I wish there was a way to pause your music from the steering wheel when using Bluetooth.

Ranks #26 Small Cars by Owners

The 2016 Ford Fiesta has an average owner rating of 4.28 out of 5 which ranks it #26 of 38 other Small Cars.

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4.9
2
car
4.71
26
car
4.22

Ranks #9 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Ford Fiesta has a combined MPG of 41 which ranks it #9 of 38 other Small Cars.

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121 MPG
2
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48 MPG
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Tie
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36 MPG

Is The 2016 Ford Fiesta A Good Car?

Yes! It is the perfect size and it is such a fun car to drive! I love how small it is but it still feels roomy on the inside!
Andrea D.
Very good. It rides well, and has had no major problems. It gets pretty good mileage, too. I would recommend it.
Gerald L.
I've owned a few words in my life and my fiesta is my most favorite car ever. It is easy to drive and handles the roads so good. It's small but roomy. I would highly recommend this car!
Suzanne W.
The 2016 Ford Fiesta is a good beginner car. Small enough for first time drivers and doesn’t require a ton of maintenance.
Victoria W.
Yes it runs well but is very small. It is not easy to get in and out of but is easy to park. And gets good gas mileage 6
Dre H.
Yes. It's affordable and it gets good gas mileage. I also haven't really paid to have it fixed beyond maintenance repairs.
Stacey K.
Yes it gets good gas mileage and is fun to drive. I actually won it which makes it even more special. And it is red.
Sandra S.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Ford Fiesta?

It has been reliable so far. It now has 53,000 miles on it and is starting to do a weird shuddering when I am idling.
Andrea D.
Not Like I wrote before, it gets good gas mileage, is reliable and runs very well. I am happy with it!
Gerald L.
I've had my car for 3 years now and the only thing I've had to fix is my Bluetooth module. Other than that my car runs amazingly!
Brent N.
Very reliable. Great gas mileage and doesn’t require a ton of maintenance. If maintenance is required it is usually cheap because it is such a small car.
Melanie B.
I recently after 4 years had to replace the battery completely, but otherwise it always starts no matter how cold it gets.
Hayley H.
I have not had any problems with it. I even take my grandchildren to/from school in it one day a week.
Tiffany F.

Is The 2016 Ford Fiesta A Good Value?

I think we paid around $13,000 for it brand new and yes it was and continues to be a great value! It has been the perfect car for us at this point in our lives.
Andrea D.
I bought mine used at a price of $21,000. I got a great deal at a friend's car lot. I would recommend this make and model to anyone.
Gerald L.
The sticker price was 18000 but I had a car that I traded in and I also got 4000 off with incentives.
Garrett L.
2016 Ford Fiesta cost about 19 thousand dollars. I feel like it is a good value for what you're getting.
Shawn M.
It's around 20,000 if you get some amenities, like I got remote start added to my car and it's the greatest thing ever.
Karen B.
I am not sure. It is less than 20,000. It is a good first car for young folks. Or a good second car for a family. And it is cute in red.
Andrew C.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 Ford Fiesta brake fluid type?

Answer: The suggested brake fluid for the 2016 Ford Fiesta is reported by the manufacturer as low viscosity DOT 3 and You can usually see which type of brake fluid is needed on the brake fluid reservoir cap. The cost...

What does code p1450 mean for the 2016 ford fiesta?

Answer: The 2016 Ford Fiesta gets a variety of codes and lights on the dashboard over the years of ownership. As the driver, You will need to know what they mean, in case something is wrong. In the case of code p450,...

2016 Ford Fiesta: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2016 Ford Fiesta has 12.8 cubic feet of cargo room at the back of the sedan. If You have the hatchback then it has 14.9 cubic feet of cargo room with the back seats up. When You fold down the rear seats...

2016 Ford Fiesta: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The oil type recommended for the 2016 Ford Fiesta is SAE 5w-20 synthetic blend engine oil. The 1.6l engine holdS4.5 quarts of oil. It is recommended to change Your oil every 7,500 miles or 1 year, whichever...

Does the 2016 Ford Fiesta have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2016 Ford Fiesta came standard with a 1.6L 4Cylinder engine but You also had the option of using a 1.0L 3-cylinder Ecoboost engine. No matter which model You have they will both use a timing belt system....

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Safety & Reliability

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