Used 2012 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan Review
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2012 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan (6-spd Auto)
mathjack22, Danville, VA, 09/25/2011
2012 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
I've had my new Fiesta for just over a week now, and I have to say, I'm incredibly impressed with its overall package. I downsized from a Mercury Grand Marquis LS to save on gas and to drive something much sportier for my age (23). To be such a small car, the Fiesta has plenty of front seat space, a feat in itself because I am 6'2 and 280 lbs. There is plentiful head and leg room; my … only caveat would be the slightly narrow feel of the driver's side, though I can still get quite comfortable. As far as the back seat, it's a no-go for any practical use, but I didn't need the extra space, so it wasn't a deal-breaker for me. The features on the SE (along with the 203A package) are plentiful.
SE Automatic 6-speed (review didn't have that option)
groksurf, Santee, CA, 09/17/2011
2012 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Have owned the SE for three weeks. The Transmission prefers a very light touch when starting from a stop. It shifts 1-2-3 rapidly up to about 25 mph if you do it that way, very smoothly and quietly. Then you can push the accelerator more for nice quiet power. It will switch awkwardly if you give it heavy foot at low speed.
You definitely need to learn how it wants to be driven; once … you do it's a pleasure to drive. At higher speeds very quiet engine (although at 70 the rpms almost reach 3K--I'd prefer 2300 at that speed), and minimal road/wind noise. If you do push the rpms, the engine sound is throaty and not at all unpleasant. Great mileage so far, about 33mpg at 60% city/40% highway
DO NOT BUY
Rob, San Diego, CA, 12/13/2017
2012 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
My father bought these vehicle for me as an everyday driver, and I was to gradually pay it back. I am behind on my payments not because of laziness, but instead due to the multitude of problems this car contains that I've paid out of pocket, I could have bought a brand new Toyota Corolla. Within ten thousand miles (now 58,000) the transmission has been replaced twice, the sound system … has been replaced (not the speakers, yes the actual sound system). The rear shocks have been replaced. I've taken this thing in several times for minutiae problems. The list goes on and on. Worst decision I have ever made
Shifting/ automatic
ldouglass, Verona, NY, 09/06/2012
2012 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
I bought this car in May of 2012 with only 5 miles on it. At first I loved it but after I hit around 4,000 miles I noticed the car wouldn't shift properly. When I brought it into the dealer they said it was normal for this car. I don't care if it is normal or not. It is dangerous. Sometimes it won't shift very well at all. Hesitating and feels like it will stall at any minute. Hills are … the worst, very hard to get up them. I feel this car will cause an accident for some. I don't recommend it. Not only does it spit and sputter shifting up but you can also hear the clunking of the transmission when it shifts down. I have a feeling there will be a recall on this car.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Sporty driving dynamics
- Pro:refined yet lively engine
- Pro:high fuel economy
- Pro:welcoming cabin
- Pro:available luxury features.
- Con:Limited cargo and rear seat space
- Con:automatic transmission's quirky behavior.
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