Ford Fiesta MK7 Review
Sales of the seventh-generation Ford Fiesta started in 2017, preceded by the 2016 premiere in Europe. For this market, the new hatchback became available in 3-door and 5-door body with a wide variety of configurations.
Price and competitors
Currently, the average price for the Ford Fiesta VII is $7500.
The main rival of the model remains Volkswagen Polo. Also in the competitors of the hatchback can be written down: Skoda Fabia, Peugeot 208, Citroen C3, Seat Ibiza, Nissan Micra, Renault Clio.
Exterior
The seventh incarnation of the Ford Fiesta retained the characteristic features of the previous model: the classic trapezoidal radiator grille or hexagon for the five-door, narrow front headlights, horizontal taillights.
Sloping hood, chubby rear bumper made the outlines of the body more rounded, and the appearance is calmer and more solid. 7 variants of body coloring are available. Wheel disks are offered 15-18 inches depending on the hatchback configuration.
Compared to its predecessor, the car has lengthened and added in the waist.
Interior
The view from the inside with improved finishes is quite respectable and there is considerably more space. The luggage compartment capacity is not affected by the changes – 292 liters as standard and 1093 liters with folded seats. Noise and vibration insulation have been improved.
Depending on how advanced the equipment is, you can choose from SYNC 3 system with 6 speakers and 8-inch touchscreen to Bang & Olufsen sound system with 9 speakers, from leather upholstered seats to sports seats.
Specifications
The Ford Fiesta VII hatchback features a 1.5-liter TDCi diesel engine with Common Rail technology and a rich choice of gasoline units: 1.1-liter base 3-cylinder motor, turbocharged 1.0-liter EcoBoost family, 1.0-liter EcoBoost Hybrid with MHEV type setup.
Automatic transmissions are provided with separate gasoline engines 1.0 EcoBoost, all other powertrains are paired with a manual.
From the predecessors remained: front-wheel drive, independent front suspension McPherson, twisting beam at the rear. Brakes on the front wheels are ventilated discs, on the rear – drum (except for cars more powerful than 100 hp).
Safety system
The basic configuration Trend includes: a set of airbags (front, side) and protective curtains, automatic braking at the risk of collision. In more advanced versions, the hatchback is equipped with: 9 airbags, blind spot sensors, rearview camera, parktronics.
We also have owner's manuals for other vehicle years:
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FAQ
Common reasons that the Ford Fiesta MK7 will not start are a dead battery, a starter or alternator malfunction.
1) The simplest one can be seen on the windshield on the driver's side - at the very bottom.
2) The Vin number is also stamped in the front passenger floor under the trim.
These are the most common places where you can see the VIN code of a Ford. If you can't find the Ford Fiesta MK7 VIN number, look in the owner's manual.
Every Ford Fiesta MK7 requires maintenance at least once a year or approximately every 10,000 miles, you can find out exactly in the owner's manual for your car.
Your Ford Fiesta MK7 should have tires replaced approximately every 4 years or approximately 30,000 miles, and it is recommended that tires be checked periodically for wear and damage.
Batteries wear out for many reasons, there is no ideal time frame, but on average, replace the battery in your Ford Fiesta MK7 every 4 years.