Ford Fiesta Mk7

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The Ford Fiesta Mk7 (2011–2019): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: B299, B409 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	3,970–3,980 mm RDW	4,060–4,410 mm TC	–
Width	1,710–1,720 mm RDW	1,720 mm TC	–
Height	1,430–1,500 mm RDW	1,450–1,480 mm TC	–
Wheelbase	2,490 mm RDW	2,490 mm TC	2,489 mm
Front track	1,472–1,493 mm ASTRA	1,460–1,470 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,460–1,481 mm ASTRA	1,450–1,470 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	–	1,151–1,244 kg TC	966–1,244 kg
Mass in running order	1,041–1,130 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,490–1,565 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	500–900 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	500–565 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	2–4 RDW	–	–
Boot space	–	–	295 L
Luggage space (EPA)	–	425 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,407 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	152–195 km/h RDW	–	152–230 km/h
Torque	105–215 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/65R14, 195/45R16, 195/50R15, 205/40R17, 195/55R15, 195/50R16, 195/60R15

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2019: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
4–5 years	90.4% (90.2–90.6)	91.0%	84,710
6–8 years	83.8% (83.7–83.8)	86.4%	817,794
9–12 years	76.0% (75.9–76.1)	77.9%	1,143,256
13 years and older	68.9% (68.8–69.0)	69.2%	482,029

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	34.3%	30.0%
Suspension	33.3%	24.6%
Brakes	20.2%	26.6%
Lights and electrics	19.0%	16.3%
Body, chassis and structure	7.2%	8.0%
Steering	7.0%	4.0%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,164 complaints for model years 2011–2019. 129 crashes · 25 fires · 132 injuries · 6 deaths

Transmission and drivetrain 1,445
Engine 506
Body and structure 393
Electrical system 316
Speed control 194
Locks and latches 133

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 11 versions of the Ford Fiesta Mk7

United States 4 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
2011–2019	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automated manual	Front-wheel drive	30–33 MPG (7.1–7.8 L/100 km) EPA	167–183 g/km
2011–2019	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	30–32 MPG (7.4–7.8 L/100 km) EPA	171–183 g/km
2014–2019SIDI	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	28–29 MPG (8.1–8.4 L/100 km) EPA	190–197 g/km
2014–2017SIDI	1.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	35 MPG (6.7 L/100 km) EPA	157–158 g/km

Canada 7 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2018–2019Subcompact	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automated manual	7.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	178–179 g/km
2011–2019Subcompact	1.6 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.2–7.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	166–184 g/km
2019Subcompact	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	196 g/km
2014–2018Compact · Subcompact	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	8.0–8.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	184–192 g/km
2014–2017Subcompact	1.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	6.6–6.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	152–158 g/km
2011–2017Subcompact	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	7.0–7.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	161–180 g/km
2016Compact	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	8.1 L/100 km 5-cycle	191 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.