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Ford Fiesta VIII (Mk8) 5 door 1.0 EcoBoost (125 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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) 5 door Overview:
Ford Fiesta (VIII (Mk8) 5 door). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). Weighing only 1161 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
Smooth automatic transmission provides comfortable driving, though with a slight compromise in acceleration compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy, albeit slightly less efficient than its manual counterpart due to the automatic gearbox.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging and fun-to-drive dynamics across the range
- • Wide selection of efficient engines, including mild-hybrid options
- • Modern interior with good infotainment technology
- • Excellent Euro NCAP 5-star safety rating
- • Practical 5-door body style with decent boot space
Cons:
- • Entry-level engines can feel underpowered for highway use
- • Rear legroom can be tight for taller adult passengers
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
- • Diesel engine options were eventually phased out
- • Automatic gearbox can be less engaging and efficient than manual
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) 5 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: | 5 |
| 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: | 9.3 kg/Hp, 107.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1161 |
| Max. weight: | 1690 |
| Max load: | 529 |
| 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: | 615 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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