By rebel_gurl314 on 05/01/13 12:02 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought my 2012 Ford Fiesta in Jan 2013 and it had 5,000 miles on it. 3 days after I brought it home I had it back to the shop due to the transmission was slipping, the car made horrible grinding noises (like in jeepers creepers when the girl didn't know how to get the car in the correct gears) and it would not pull a hill. I was told the car was fine and nothing was wrong with it. From then on out I have had the car at the shop 8 times would be more but they wouldn't take the car, ever time I was told nothing was wrong with the car. There is something defiantly wrong with the transmission and FORD knows it but they don't want to take responsibility for it!
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By sophiec on 02/06/13 17:18 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Car had peeling paint, has odor from engine, is not shifting properly, pulling into shopping mall in front of traffic it would not move? My foot was on the gas and it went up in rpms however not go. My child was with me and I was scared because as it decided to go a truck was coming.
The car is good on gas but thats not a plus with regards to safety. Its rolls backwards, again as previously stated it has definate transmission issues.
Brand new with 6 months under me I should not deal with these issues at hand. Do not purchase this car if you have kids it is not safe acceleration is poor 2nd time, safety is an issue.
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By ryans93 on 09/17/12 11:22 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've had my 2012 Fiesta hatchback 5-spd manual for about 15k and overall I am very pleased with the car. It has lots of technology features, and is a lot of fun to drive. The Fiesta feels solid and like a larger car when you're driving it, it does not feel cheap and insubstantial. The little 1.6 provides decent performance, it is not fast but does okay. The trade off for that is superb fuel economy. The 5-speed manual shifts great and the clutch is perfect. The interior is full of high quality, soft-touch materials and a great design. It is quiet and comfortable as well. The Fiesta makes you feel like you got more than what you paid.
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By fiesta1 on 08/12/12 18:23 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Bought this car yesterday with 20 miles, today at home I woke up and went to see the under of the car and it was leaking oil from the union of the tranny and engine in one of the bolts, so I did research and saw it is a common issue for the fiesta, I got mad and called the dealer and they swap it out for another one which does not leak, make sure to check if it is leaking before you buy, other than that awesome car, also the tranny is very noisy and the automatic shift feels weird.
I can't believe a new car can leak oil what a shame ford
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3 of 6 people found this review helpful
By prepppy on 06/01/12 16:47 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SES 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Changed from 2010 Toyota Matrix with the poorest visibility imagineable, could not see the curb when making a turn.. to a 2012 Ford Fiesta hatchback, automatic, heated seats, great visibility to all sides and back....sporty look and handles unbelievably well on the highway and in the city....good mileage...now looking foreward to going for a drive..Thank you FORD....
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12 of 39 people found this review helpful
By shaunt on 04/20/12 07:08 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I hadn't actually considered such a small car, but the gas mileage enticed me.
It looks small from the outside, but driving it is a whole different experience. I'm 6'3, 200lbs, and it's
perfectly comfortable to drive. The adjustable wheel and multiple seat adjustments are a huge plus. More importantly, it drives like a dream.
I test drove other subcompacts(Honda Fit, Nissan Versa) and they don't even come close in terms of ride quality and handling.
The Fiesta has plenty of power, with precise steering, a smooth ride, and a wonderfully smooth clutch and manual shifter. The engine accelerates smoothly and rapidly, yet remains quiet. The road noise is also notably less than in the others.
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16 of 16 people found this review helpful
By ironroad99 on 12/02/11 07:04 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Like everything about this car except transmission gear whine in 5th gear (manual transmission), like traveling on the highway so not good. Dealer says they will rebuild the transmission but I'm thinking there is too big of downside to that. Waited a long time to get a new car and a Ford so really dissapointing, will probably drive a year and trade.
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By dcomeau42 on 05/23/11 11:02 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Ford Fiesta Hatchback SES 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought a Ford Fiesta SES Hatchback at the end of April.
Overall this car is amazing. Its incredibly efficient. I just went on a road trip to Maine and it got 41mpg going back and around 38-39 going up/driving around there.
For typical weekly driving I get around 35-37 mpg driving a combination of city and highway.
Although driving back roads yesterday i was able to get around 50mpg.
Note: The gauge for the mpg on the car is a bit pessimistic.
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