Ford Fiesta VIII (Mk8, facelift 2022) 5 door ST 1.5 EcoBoost (200 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety 5.0 / 5
Engine 2.0 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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, facelift 2022) 5 door Overview:

Ford Fiesta (VIII (Mk8, facelift 2022) 5 door). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1205 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.5 s). The top speed reaches 230 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.

ST 1.5 EcoBoost (200 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

Outstanding performance for a hot hatch, offering exhilarating acceleration and a highly engaging driving experience with its responsive 200hp engine.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is higher than standard models, as expected for a performance variant, but remains competitive within its hot hatch segment.

Best Use Case: Performance / Enthusiast Driving

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Agile and engaging handling
  • • Wide range of efficient EcoBoost engines, including mild-hybrids
  • • Modern infotainment system and connectivity features
  • • Stylish exterior design with facelift updates
  • • Excellent performance from the ST model

Cons:

  • • Limited rear passenger legroom compared to some rivals
  • • Some interior plastics feel cheap on lower trim levels
  • • Base 1.1L engine is significantly underpowered for modern driving
  • • Drum brakes on the rear for lower-spec models

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII (Mk8) 5 door: May, 2020 - 2021).

General:
Brand:Ford
Model:Fiesta
Generation:VIII (Mk8, facelift 2022) 5 door
Modification (Engine):ST 1.5 EcoBoost (200 Hp)
Start of production:November, 2021
End of production:July, 2023
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:200 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:133.7 Hp/l [51mm more]
Torque:320 Nm @ 1600-4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:YZJA More details about the engine YZJA
Engine displacement:1496
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:4.75 l
Coolant:5.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:84 mm mm
Piston Stroke:90 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.7:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Combined fuel consumption (WLTP):6.7-6.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP):8.6-8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP):6.3-6.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP):5.8-5.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP):7 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:6.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:6.5 sec
Maximum speed:230 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:6 kg/Hp, 166 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:3.8 kg/Nm, 265.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:6.2 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1205
Max. weight:1660
Max load:455
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1093 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:292 l
Fuel tank capacity:42 l
Size:
Length:4091 mm mm [51mm more]
Width:1735 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1487 mm mm [11mm more]
Wheelbase:2493 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Width with mirrors folded:1783 mm
Width including mirrors:1941 mm
Front track:1504 mm
Rear (Back) track:1472 mm
Front overhang:865 mm
Rear overhang:733 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):126 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs, 278x23 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc, 253x12 mm [above average]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size205/45 R17; 205/40 R18
Wheel rims size7.5J x 17; 7.5J x 18
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTorsion

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