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Ford Fiesta problems: all generations

We have documented 3 generations of the Ford Fiesta: Fiesta V (2003–2008), Fiesta VII (2008–2017) and Fiesta VIII (2017–2023). The one with the best score is the Ford Fiesta V (6.1/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. Ford Fiesta V

    2003–2008 · code BE256

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.4 HDi

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.1 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. Ford Fiesta VII

    2008–2017 · code Mk7

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.0 EcoBoost, 1.6 HDi, PowerShift gearbox, 1.6 EcoBoost, 1.4 HDi, 1.25/1.4/1.6 Ti-VCT

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    5.1 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  3. Ford Fiesta VIII

    2017–2023 · code Mk8

    Engines and gearboxes: PowerShift gearbox, 1.0 EcoBoost, 1.5 / 2.0 EcoBlue, 1.5 EcoBoost

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.0 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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