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Ford Fiesta VIII (Mk8) 3 door 1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Fiesta:
The Ford Fiesta is a supermini car that was marketed by Ford from 1976 to 2023 over seven generations. Over the years, the Fiesta has mainly been developed and manufactured by Ford's European operations, and had been positioned below the Escort.
Ford sold over 15 million Fiestas from 1976 to July 2011, making it one of the best-selling Ford nameplates behind the Escort and the F-Series. It has been manufactured in the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, Taiwan, China, India, Thailand, and South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VIII (Mk8) 3 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (VIII (Mk8) 3 door). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 199 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers the convenience of an automatic transmission with decent power, though acceleration is slightly dulled compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an automatic, though marginally less efficient than its manual counterpart, still competitive for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging and fun-to-drive chassis
- • Wide range of efficient and capable engines, including mild-hybrid options
- • Stylish exterior design and modern interior
- • Good safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP)
- • Practical for a supermini, especially with 3-door styling
Cons:
- • Rear passenger space can be tight for adults in the 3-door
- • Entry-level engines lack power for highway driving
- • Infotainment system can be less intuitive than some rivals (pre-Sync 3)
- • Ride can be firm on sportier trims
- • Some interior plastics feel a bit cheap
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Active VIII (Mk8): March, 2018 - October, 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Fiesta |
| Generation: | VIII (Mk8) 3 door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | May, 2020 |
| End of production: | March, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 125.1 Hp/l [28mm less] |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 1400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M1JP More details about the engine M1JP |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8-6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9-4.3 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 4.6-5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 5.8-6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 3.9-4.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.6-5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 199 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.2 kg/Hp, 109.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 148.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
| Max. weight: | 1680 |
| Max load: | 535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1093 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 292 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 610 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 45 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1000 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4040 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Width: | 1735 mm mm [21mm less] |
| Height: | 1476 mm mm [22mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2493 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1941 mm |
| Front overhang: | 839 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 708 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 133 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R 15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6 J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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