1992 Ford Festiva Review
Fuel Economy
33 mpg
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Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
1992 Ford Festiva 2 Dr L Hatchback
Review
This car has had around 75k miles on it over 16 years. It's a dependable car and fun to drive, with around 33- 37mpg regularly. Even after a t-bone collision (passenger side) and the loss of the front right wheel bearing this car soldiers on. I drive it roughly 180 miles roundtrip every weekend and it continues to impress. Muffler was replaced recently for the second time, car windows are a little 'sticky' after usage in Maine winters. People keep asking to buy it from me, I suspect it's the stylish lines and the amazing handling - I can U-turn where SUVs fear to tread. Also has enough power to travel the Blue Ridge trail withouth breaking a sweat. A good and reliable little car.
Favorite Features
Handling, storage space, looks, comfort, powerful A/C.
Suggested Improvements
Better radio antenna, heat other than in defrost mode.
Never should have been discontinued
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
1992 Ford Festiva 2 Dr L Hatchback
Review
I averaged about 43 MPG with my Festiva. It was a great little commute car, and I could park or fit just about anywhere. I just hit 218,000 miles when it was hit by individual unable to stay in their own lane. It will most likely get totaled due to the extent of that damage. I wish I could just go out to the Ford or Kia dealership and get another one.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage, lots of interior space - I moved an entire dorm room with one back in college.
Suggested Improvements
Start making them again - Kia or Ford should bring this little bugger back with modern safety features.
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Festiva
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 2 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1992 Ford Festiva 2 Dr L Hatchback
Review
Reliable, reliable, reliable. Cannot kill it and repairs are easy. Gas mileage is close to a hybrid. Interior is VERY roomy.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage. Overall simplicity.
Suggested Improvements
Needs more luxury accessories, needs better sound isolation/proofing. Needs to be put back in production!
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Fun Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1992 Ford Festiva 2 Dr GL Hatchback
Review
This was the first car I every bought.... In 1992 I bought it used, only 35 miles though.... A Lady won it in a bingo drawing.... tradeed it in for a different car...so I got a great deal,,....... I drive it in the snow here in Alaska,,... I put studed tires on all four wheels...and it goes great in the snow...as long as it is not over a foot of snow....... Never had a big break down......I loved this car....
Favorite Features
looks cool
Suggested Improvements
I love my Festiva
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
1992 Ford Festiva 2 Dr GL Hatchback
Review
180K miles and still going strong. WOuld be happier with the 5-speed, but I still can't kick about the MPG!
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