Ford Festiva first generation
The Ford Festiva first generation (1988–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 3,475 mm |
| Width | – | 1,605 mm |
| Height | – | 1,460 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,295 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 700–780 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,435–2,464 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
167 complaints for model years 1988–1993. 9 crashes · 15 fires · 4 injuries
- Seat belts 91
- Electrical system 21
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Ford Festiva first generation
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989–1993(FFS) | 1.3 L | Petrol | 3-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 27–28 MPG (8.4–8.7 L/100 km) EPA | 197–205 g/km |
| 1988–1993(FFS) | 1.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 33–35 MPG (6.7–7.1 L/100 km) EPA | 158–167 g/km |
| 1988–1989(FFS), SIL | 1.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100 km) EPA | 162 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.