Since its inception, 42 years ago, the Ford Fiesta has been constantly considered as a standout amongst the most fun to drive compact sedans of the lot. For the 2019 Model year, Ford has somewhat refreshed it's Fiesta Sedan and rolled out some minuscule improvements to the equivalent. However, 2019 will be the last year of production for the little Fiesta, thanks to the carmaker’s focus on just making SUVs and Pick-up Trucks. Thus, we suggest you go and buy a Fiesta Sedan as soon as you can if you have got your eyes on it.
Buying Advice
The SE Trim has advanced features like cruise control and the biggest infotainment system which we feel adds to the premium touch of the sedan. It does not cost a lot more than the base trim of the Sedan and thus we would recommend you to opt for it as it completely justifies its price.
It is known for its feedback-rich steering and strong chassis which enables the car to offer an engaging drive. But it lacks behind its rivals when it comes to the rear seats and cargo space. The 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan is currently accessible in only 2 Trims, beginning with the base S Trim from $14,260 and the top of the line SE Line Trim for $15,490. Ford also offers an ST line in the 2019 lineup of the Fiesta but we have a separate detailed review for the same. This compact hatchback goes after cars such as Chevrolet Sonic LS, Nissan Versa S Sedan, and the Hyundai Accent SE.
Pricing and Features
6.0/10
The only significant change when it comes to the 2019 model year of the Ford Fiesta has been done in terms of the trims. Ford has omitted the "Titanium" trim for the 2019 iteration of the Fiesta and is only available in the S and the SE trims. Both the trims come with a 120-horsepower four-cylinder engine and either a manual or automatic transmission. The Fiesta offers features like Hill-start Assist and Torque Vectoring as standard while the updated SYNC 3 Infotainment System has to be one of the best in class in terms of Usability.
Trim
S
SE
Price
$14,260
$15,490
Features
Comes with these as Standard
Adds/Upgrades features from "SE"
Chrome Upper Grill Bars and Surround
Trip Computer
Single CD AM/FM/Radio with SYNC applink
Overhead Console with Ford MyKey
Body Colored Door Handles, Front and Rear Bumpers
Power Windows with Driver One Touch Up down Features
Easy Fuel Cap less Fuel Filter
Twin Chrome Tipped Exhaust
15" Steel Wheels with Silver painted Covers
15" Silver Painted Aluminum Wheels
Twin Chamber Quad Beam Halogen Headlamps with Black Bezels
Torque Vectoring with Hill Start Assist
12V Front Auxiliary Power point
Front Center Console Armrest
2 Front and 1 Rear Cup holder
Manual Tilt, Telescoping Steering Wheel
4 Way Manual Adjust driver seat
The S trim offers features such as the SYNC infotainment interface, a 4.2-inch display, a six-speaker stereo, a USB port, and a rearview camera as standard.
The SE trims feature cruise control, a front center console, an armrest, power windows, alloy wheels, and Ford’s MyKey driver monitoring system.
Which trim should you buy?
The SE Trim has advanced features like cruise control and the biggest infotainment system which we feel adds to the premium touch of the sedan. It does not cost a lot more than the base trim of the Sedan and thus we would recommend you to opt for it as it completely justifies its price.
Engine and Performance
4.0/10
Ford offered the Fiesta at first with 2 sets of motor choices, to be specific a 3 Cylinder Turbo and a normally aspirated 1.6L engine. The previous engine didn't turn out to be as well known among the masses because of its value matching some higher segment vehicles. Thus now, the 1.6L Inline 4 Cylinder is the workhorse for the 2019 Ford Fiesta. It is capable of generating 120 horsepower and 112lbs-ft of torque, which is similar to other Cars of the section.
The engine is exceptionally smooth inactivity and has enough left in store to wave through city traffic. However, it is not what we would exactly call brisk or very powerful. It is more suitable for the city rather than the highway but it remains relatively silent even on high RPMs.
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
MSRP
$14,260
$16,295
$13,255
$15,880
Engine
1.6L I4
1.4L Turbo I4
1.6L I4
1.6L I4
Transmission
5 Speed Manual
6-speed Manual
5 Speed Manual
6 Speed Manual
Horsepower(hp.)
120@6350rpm
138@4900rpm
109@6,000rpm
130@6300rpm
Torque(lbs.-ft.)
112@5000rpm
148@250rpm0
107@4,400rpm
119@4850rpm
The transmission duties are handled by a slick-shifting and superb 5 Speed Manual Gearbox, This is arguably the best performing transmission in this comparison as the Gear Shifts are Precise and engaging to shift gears through. For those looking for a more Hassle-Free driving experience, Ford offers a Dual Clutch Transmission as an option on both the trims for an additional $1,000.
How fast is the 2019 Ford Fiesta?
The heft of the chassis and the dated 1.6L inline 4 Engine of the 2019 Fiesta doesn't help its motivation in its quest for being one of the quickest hatchbacks in the segment. Execution Aficionados anyway have the choice of moving to the Fiesta ST as it offers extraordinary quickening from an exceptionally intense engine. While the transmission does its job pretty well, the engine does not have enough grunt to take the Fiesta to a 60 mph mark from a standstill, quickly.
2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan in action mode
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
0-60 MPH (seconds)
9.1
8.2*
9.9*
9.3
Quarter mile(seconds)
17.2
NA
17.6*
17.0
Curb Weight (lbs.)
2578
2796
2395
2502
Engine
1.6L I4
1.4L Turbo I4
1.6L I4
1.6L I4
Emission
(Tons/yr. of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
5.7
NA
NA
5.5*
Note, the Nissan Versa, is the Slowest of this lot because of its underpowered motor and sluggish gearbox. The Ford ranks second-worst in the 0-60 run due to its hefty weight and just about adequate engine grunt, while the Chevy Sonic and the Toyota Yaris lead the pack.
Ride and Handling
One of the highlights and a top telling point of the 2019 Fiesta has to be its handling. The new generation of the Fiesta was created in Europe and thus the Handling radiates Typical European Flair. The Steering is exceptionally responsive and responds to driver inputs quicker than some other vehicles in this segment while the Chassis keeps the Body stable amid tight turns.
In terms of the ride, with a stiffly tuned suspension, the Fiesta doesn't feel as comfortable to ride in Cities. Hindrances and potholes can be felt at rates over 25mph and may become relatively uncomfortable at higher velocities. Thus, it is not really a car meant for passengers sitting on the rear seats.
Braking performance
The braking performance of the Fiesta at par or like the other cars in this comparison. The brakes offer an acceptable amount of byte and will in general perform fine in everyday use.
Under substantial braking conditions, there might be a touch of Nose Dive yet isn't disrupting in any situation with the brakes guaranteeing the Car ceasing at the correct minute. The pedal offers adequate feedback and does not lend a wooden feeling even under hard braking situations.
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
Brake Front (in.)
10.2
10.8
10
11
Brake Rear (in.)
7.9
9.0
8
8
60-0 MPH (ft.)
NA
NA
188
NA
While we can't comment on the Braking Distance of the Fiesta for now, we do feel it will be similar to other sedans in the segment. The Hyundai gets the biggest rotors at the front as well as at the rear and thus offers better braking performance. However, the improvement is not significant as all cars come with similar braking prowess.
Fuel Economy
6.0/10
The Fuel Economy from the 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan positions among the best 50% of the segment. It anyway could have improved the situation in the event that it wasn't so overwhelming, which will in general diminish the MPG Figure. However, in today’s scenario, it is not the most fuel-efficient sedan in its class. But it is not far behind the leader in terms of fuel economy.
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
MPG (city)
27
28
27
28
MPG (highway)
35
37
36
37
MPG (combined)
30
32
30
31
Fuel Tank Capacity(Gallons)
12.4
12.2
10.8
11.9
The Fuel Tank Capacity of the Ford is the biggest in this comparison and as a result, the range of 334 Miles on a standard full tank ensures fewer trips to the fuel station. We could have expected a hybrid version of the car with better fuel efficiency, provided the carmaker had plans to continue producing the model.
Interior
8.0/10
In terms of the interiors, the car offers a well put together cabin with a built to last feel but the space on the inside is less than generous. The Ford Fiesta offers seating space for 5 Adults yet in all reality, things are somewhat different. The Front Head Room, Leg Room, and Shoulder Room will be just about adequate for average height passengers. Things anyway get somewhat dodgy when we get to the back.
â 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan cockpit area
The Rear Seating region in principle can situate 3 Adults however in actuality, it should be best left for Short Adults or Children. The Headroom isn't extraordinary and taller riders may discover their Head contacting the Roof all the more regularly. The dashboard looks quite contemporary and all buttons are within arms reach. However, the seating materials aren't of the best quality as well and the Cushioning of the Seats could have been better. The windows don't fully roll down and this adds to the feeling of lack of space inside the cabin.
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
Passenger capacity
5
5
5
5
Front Headroom
39.1
38.7
39.8
38.9
Front Shoulder room
52.7
53.4
51.7
54.2
Front Legroom
43.6
41.8
41.8
42.1
Rear Headroom
37.1
37.8
36.6
37.3
Shoulder Headroom
49.0
53.0
51.7
53.7
Leg Headroom
31.2
34.6
37.0
33.5
Cargo Volume (cu-ft.)
12.8
14.9
14.9
13.7
The rear shoulder room isn't the best in class as well and the dark interiors add to the Claustrophobic feeling inside the sedan. The cargo space inside the 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan is the lowest in this comparison. However, that being said, it is more than sufficient in carrying groceries or other stuff from the shopping mall. The Chevy Sonic tops the list in this comparison while the Ford has a lot of catching up to do with its near 2 cu-ft deficit in space.
The Ford Fiesta has a good set of Interior Features which are very intuitive and easy to use. Some of those include:
Ford MyKey
12V Front and Rear power point
Cruise Control
5" touchscreen infotainment system
USB, Bluetooth and AUX connectivity
Front Console Center Armrest
Multifunction Message Center with LCD Screen
60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats
4 Way Manual Adjust driver seat and 2 way manual adjust passenger seat
What’s there to keep you entertained?
One of the Strong points of the 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan is its Infotainment System. It comes standard with the basic SYNC infotainment system with the higher trim offering the SYNC 3 system. The SYNC Infotainment interface from Ford is a standout amongst the rivals and is quite easy to utilize and learn.
Ford Engineers have invested a great deal of energy in improving the general understanding of the framework and it appeared. The Layout is plain and straightforward with the screen demonstrating the different connectivity alternatives like Sirius XM, Phone Connectivity by means of Apple Car Play or Android Auto, Bluetooth. The Ford MyKey enables passengers to put a limit on their speed and volume of the music you are playing.
Exterior
4.0/10
There are not a lot of things to talk about the Design of the 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan. Ford has proceeded with its Aston Martin inspired design for the Front Portion of the outsides of the 2019 Fiesta Hatchback (Ford owned Aston Martin in the '90s with Volvo under an entity named the Premier Automotive Group). There is a liberal utilization of Chrome in the Front flame broil of the Fiesta. The Quad Beam Headlamps with Black Surround does look modern and adds to the otherwise plain design of the Ford.
â 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan
Seeing from the Outside, the 2019 Ford Fiesta Sedan looks quite compact in size. The genuine measurements propose a similar truth as the Height and Width of the Fiesta is smaller when compared with the rivals.
Models
Ford Fiesta S Sedan
Chevrolet Sonic LS Sedan
Nissan Versa S Sedan
Hyundai Accent SE Sedan
Length(in)
173.5
173.9
175.4
172.6
Width(in)
67.8
68.3
66.7
68.1
Height(in)
58.1
59.7
59.6
57.1
Ground clearance (in)
NA
NA
6.8
NA
Wheelbase (in)
98.0
99.4
102.4
101.6
The Fiesta in length stands in the middle of this comparison while it is nearly the Shortest in this comparison. This is a reason why the Space inside the Cabin of the Fiesta doesn't exude space.
Ford has encapsulated some decent set of features in the Exteriors of the Fiesta. Some of those features include
Solar Tinted Glass
Keyless Entry
Black Beltline
Lower Black Grill
Twin Chamber Quad Beam Halogen Headlamps with Black Surround Bezel
Safety
2.0/10
The 2019 Ford Fiesta offers the majority of the Safety Features that different cars in the segment offer. You have the typical speculates like Anti-Lock Braking frameworks with Electronic Brake constrain Distribution as Standard. You additionally get Remote Keyless Entry and a Securi Lock Passive Anti-Theft System as standard. The 2019 Fiesta has received an overall safety rating of four out of five stars in the crash tests performed by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The other safety features include
Tire Pressure Monitoring system
Rear View camera
SOS Post Crash Alert System
Side Curtain, Driver Knee and Front Airbags with 7 other Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Torque vectoring
Competition
9.0/10
Ford Fiesta Sedan vs Kia Rio Sedan
The Kia Rio is one of the most powerful and feature-rich sedans in the Compact Sedan space. The Ford however matches the Kia in terms of overall Fuel Average and outruns the Kia in the overall range offered. The Kia also can't match the handling that the Ford offers. The Ford with its near $2,000 difference from the Kia does seem to be a valuable prospect for people looking for a sedan that is fun to drive but not concerned with the list of features.
Kia Rio Sedan
Ford Fiesta Sedan vs Nissan Versa Sedan
The Nissan Versa is one of the most spacious compact sedans in the segment. The Rear passenger space inside the Versa is one of the best in the segment and the Cargo Space is something, which Ford just can't match. The Fiesta however has a more powerful engine and an MPG figure similar to that of the Versa. The Fiesta is also extremely peppy and fun to drive as compared to the dull driving characteristics of the versa.
Nissan Versa Sedan
Ford Fiesta Sedan vs Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
The Chevrolet Sonic Sedan offers the highest performance in this comparison with the Power and Torque Figures of the Ford falling pale in comparison. The Sonic's 14.9cu ft. Cargo Capacity puts Ford's 12.8cu ft. of Storage to shame. The Ford is the more fun to drive Car among the two despite the less powerful engine.
Chevrolet Sonic Sedan
Final Verdict
The 2019 Ford Fiesta has attended to some of the issues that the 2018 Fiesta showcased. The Interiors of the Ford however still isn't the best as far as Space and Roominess is concerned. Nonetheless, what Ford offers is a Superb Infotainment System that is truly outstanding in class as far as Usability and Intuitiveness is concerned.
All in all, if space isn't your best need and you are searching for a conservative sedan that does fine in finishing day to day errands while making that drive very fun and energizing, there is no Sedan better than the 2019 Ford Fiesta.
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