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Cam of the Westside, 10/09/2016
updated 07/08/2024
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
53 of 54 people found this review helpful
1) You don't need a ton of space for passengers or cargo. It's perfectly reasonable for everyday use, but 4 adults won't be comfortable for more than an hour, and it doesn't have the kind of cargo space to pack more than for like a couple's long weekend. 2) You can put up with a stiff ride and some wind noise. The suspension is very firm; the ride isn't crashy, but it is firm. If you open the windows above about 60mph, there is buffeting. That's it. This thing is a riot, start to finish: energetic, fun, easy to drive, agile beyond its competition, and surprisingly connected and cohesive. It performs with a lovely balance and sort of cleanliness to its handling. The shifter isn't good, but it works well and a shift kit is easy to install. The steering is actually communicative, and is well-weighted with a nice ratio. The engine is charming: revs hard to 5500 and always wants more, with an adorable medium-pitched bellow under throttle. There's a bit of lag and torque steer, but nothing that detracts from the experience. The handling is as good as the magazines say it is: great turn-in, and puts the power down well coming out of a turn. Brakes are strong and easy to modulate. You'll get mileage in the high 20s even if you drive like a maniac. Base seats, by the way, are fine, or at least not bad. I didn't feel bad about saving the $2k by skipping the Recaros. Update: After 6 months and 9000 miles, it is a reasonable commuter (30 miles one way); no issues other than the brake discs will corrode on their surfaces and make some noise. It's a little creepy, but performance does not degrade, and my pads and rotors still have plenty left in them. I had snow tires on it for the winter, and the car was surprisingly eager to rotate on them, especially in the wet. It's very friendly / communicative / controllable about oversteering, but an inexperienced driver should be warned. Otherwise, I stand by all my previous comments. It still makes me laugh every time I drive it. Update: after 12 months and 15000 miles, you can cane these little cars and they hold up well. The only problem I have had is the stock wheels lose their little balancing weights intermittently. The wheels are too heavy anyway, and the stock tires leave a little to be desired. I'm replacing both next spring. I like the shifter better than I did when I first got it, and it puts the power down better and cleaner than I'd thought. Also the racing school that comes with the car is a total delight and highly recommended, especially for beginners. Otherwise, I stand by all my previous comments. It still makes me laugh every time I drive it. Update: after 18 months and 24,500 miles, it is still a treat to drive, and I have a mid-engine, RWD sports car as a toy. Its excellent chassis and harmonious drivetrain shines through every trip I take. After a couple mall parking lot practice sessions, you can almost write in the snow with it. It's an outstanding and safe bad weather car, as long as you know what oversteer is. I would let a teenager drive one once I showed the kid how it acts when losing traction. Now that the snow is slowly leaving us, my snow tires on regular pavement is the most fun I've had with the car. Update: after 24 months / 33,000 miles, it's still a peach. It still feels tight and excitable to drive, and I still giggle every time I drive it. The HVAC makes a weird noise for 10 seconds when off, but that's its only foible so far. I've encountered a lot of people saying it rides horribly, and would just say to try before you buy. It doesn't bother me, but I'm used to tuner cars. Update: after 30+ months / 39,000 miles, I actually like it more than I used to. I started autocrossing it regularly, and it's a great platform for a rookie. It's really easy to learn how much grip you have at either end, and its response to inputs is predictable. I'm doing better every time I go out, and having a blast. I also had an opportunity to drive a new & fancy performance car recently, and the only thing it really did better was drivetrain noise / vision-blurring acceleration. Update: 50 months/56000 miles: I did some mods: RMM is the #1 mod to do, and side mount poly inserts are great. I put in aluminum steering rack bushings, which is overkill but recommended if you can DIY. It's super pointy now and the mount inserts make the suspension work better. I love it even more than before. What a sweetie. Five years on: Still love it. Six years update: I've almost got it tuned up to perfection. It's not terrible to work on, and I hate turning wrenches. It responds well to chassis bracing! It's really tight and has lovely lift oversteer around an autox course. Seven years update: still wonderful. Eight year update: Don't put a lightweight battery in one! The electrical system hates it. Still love the car.
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Too Much Fun!
Mike I., 07/20/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
It's a subcompact and the ST model only comes with a manual transmission. Surprisingly lively and more fun to drive around town on a daily basis than my 2015 Corvette and a 2014 Mercedes AMG. Ride is choppy because of the short wheelbase. Instrumentation and entertainment controls took a while to get used to. Great mileage in traffic and on the open road. Purchased as a lease, but now I fully intend to buy it when the lease expires if it continues to perform as it has so far.
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Most fun thing I have ever bought with money
MAG, 09/25/2016
updated 10/03/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
42 of 44 people found this review helpful
I am 57 years old, I have owned 57 cars in that time. I like cars and I like driving quickly. I have owned an older 5.0 mustang, a 2004 Subaru WRX (Cobb stage 2), I have driven a 2016 Miata, a 2016 Focus RS, a 2016 Ford Mustang GT, I rented and drove a 2016 Ford Focus ST for 2 days, I have driven my brothers 2015 Corvette, and his older Porsche 911. I have even driven my once dream car a Porsche 911 turbo. All great cars, but they simply are not as fun to drive on public roads as the Fiesta ST. Why? either you can't see out of them very well, or you can't use even a fraction of their power / handling abilities (legally on public roads), or their abilities aren't even close to the Fiesta. I have been asked a number of times why I like the Fiesta ST so much, and I can't really put it in words. The Fiesta ST has to be experienced over time to really understand what makes it a great car. When you read reviews for the Fiesta ST that are not favorable, understand it is not going to be seen as great by everyone. The head of Ford's performance division at the time (Mr. Hameedi) even said they designed this car to a narrow audience. He also said they designed this car to be very direct and visceral - meaning it is designed to appeal to the emotional side of driving. I had to test drive my 2016 Fiesta ST 3 times before I started to understand what kind of car it is. Over the next 3 years I have become even more impressed. The Fiesta ST is not like a Miata, or Golf GTI. Those cars have a more refined character. If you want a very quick, emotion evoking street legal go kart, then the Fiesta ST is your car. As I have gotten older the Recaro seats were starting to hurt my back, so I decided to move on to a 2019 Fiesta ST with the regular seats. (getting older stinks sometimes, I know I will miss the Recaros in the turns). I have been blessed as a car guy to actually own what I now know is my dream car - The Ford Fiesta ST.
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Five years on, and still loving this car
ksvtguy170, 08/15/2017
updated 08/26/2022
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
As a fan of hot hatchbacks and former owner of an SVT Focus, I'd had my eye on the Fiesta ST since it was first introduced. It received the most unanimously positive automotive press I can recall for an affordable car. Several notable auto journalists spent their own money to get an ST, which is saying a lot, given these people get to drive most of the world's best performance cars. The ST is as good as they say. Ford nailed the steering, braking, transmission, power, throttle response, and handling. The SVT Focus was a gem in almost all ways (power was fairly meh, though), but the Fiesta ST is better, except for ride quality (its one impossible-to-deny fault). Even city driving in heavy traffic is enjoyable because of the telepathic, precise controls, small size and nimbleness, and friendly clutch. It's very docile and easy to live with when you want it to be. But on twisty roads or freeway on-ramps, it comes alive with just a blip of the throttle or turn of the steering wheel. It's hilarious fun to drive. If you're a modder, there's a HUGE aftermarket of performance parts of all types that can help it punch even further above its weight class in terms of speed and track capability. Drawbacks: The aforementioned ride, which does smooth out on the highway, but can be very bouncy on broken pavement--and make sure you steer around potholes (bent alloys are a problem on these because of the "rubber band" tires). And it's small inside. If you routinely carry four adults and their luggage, get something else. Despite the four doors, it's really a coupe in terms of rear seat room. Also, it's not the fastest car in a straight line stock. With FWD and no limited-slip diff from the factory, it struggles for traction off the line. If you bought the ST for 0-60 bragging rights, you bought the wrong car. Mods can improve the situation, though, if you're so inclined. Reliability has been very good through 42,000 miles, with a couple of exceptions: New front brake rotors and pads at 31K and a replacement EVAP purge valve at 41K. The MPG is excellent--it's easy to get between 36-40 mpg in steady highway driving, and high 20s in the city. It can run on regular, but that cuts down the performance and gas mileage. I've never put anything but premium in mine. Tip for buyers looking for a used ST: My one regret is not getting the Recaro seat option--the stock seats aren't awful, but they don't have enough lateral support and aren't brilliant on long trips--so seek out the Recaros when shopping. There are almost no manual hot hatches sold new in the States now (only the GTI and MINI, I guess; the Veloster N has been discontinued), so the Fiesta ST is nearly the last of its kind. Even at current inflated used car prices, it's a bargain. (Note: My car is actually a 2017; I clicked the wrong thing originally and now it won't let me change the year. I don't think there were any notable differences between '16 and '17 models.)
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An Amazingly well designed piece of Car.
Benjamin Sodos, 07/11/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
The Ford Fiesta ST, although carrying that ridiculous name, is by far one of the best designed vehicles for the dollar i have ever driven. The Car's designers wen in on Day 1 and said OK how much do we have? OK! Lets put it all in the Handling, Transmission, and Engine, and whatever's left we will add into the interior. The ST has the shittiest door handles you;ll ever see, and the pedals are missing a dead pedal which is absolutely essential for a manual drive car. The Cup holders are ridiculously close to the Handbrake, and the rear view mirror reminds me of my 87 300Z. Here is where the 5 stars come in. The Controls are all fully purposed and perfectly designed. The nav is amazing! I would even say it is better than Google maps in some respects. The handling is both fully responsive and light, and the car just pulls forever with that clean running turbo. The transmission pulls you towards the next gear but doesn't fight you when you try and force it down one. All this handling, power, and responsiveness, and still has a really good Sony Stereo. The optional recaro seats are a complete must as they hug and comfort you every turn you take. My previous car was a 350Z and this car is much more fun to drive, and feels so much lighter on the turns vs having to wrangle the car into them. I highly recommend the ST to anyone who is looking for a fun commuter, but doesn't want to lost the sports car fun.
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1.0 Ecoboost - Fun, cheap, quick, fun
michaelmoran87, 03/19/2016
updated 03/27/2018
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
Fair warning: The Ecoboost Fiesta only comes with a manual transmission. It's best to think of the Ecoboost Fiesta as a fun and practical driver's car, but not a family car. It's more like a 2 door that you can happen to fit 4 people into if you really need to, but the space in the back seat is more useful if you fold the seats down and use it for luggage. If you don't need a family car, the 3 cylinder ecoboost model is amazingly fuel efficient and fast. Easily will get 40MPG (if not 50) on a highway, and is much faster than a Prius. The Honda Fit is also pretty quick, but the Fiesta's engine is quiet on a freeway. It's also arguably more fun to drive than a Fit, and can be considered more of a driver's car. Overall the Honda Fit is probably more practical, but the Fiesta is fun and I think very stylish looking. The fuel efficiency on this model can't be beat either. If you don't know how to drive a manual transmission I probably wouldn't recommend any Fiesta. The best ones only come with a stick, and the automatic transmission is just alright at best. If you CAN drive a stick, you can get the Ecoboost model at a deep discount. I got mine for $4,000 off MSRP, at $15,000 brand new off the lot. Fully optioned with the heated seats and moon roof.
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Its a great car... but possible clutch problems
Nick, 11/13/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Its a wonderful little fuel saver, however there is still clutch problems reported. Im having my transmission/ clutch problems at 70,000 miles. so as of 11/12/19 the extended warranties on the powertrain only cover 2011-2014 models. $$$ down the drain.
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Sport fun, sore right elbow
JOHN GEORGE, 10/26/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Love the car in every respect. One change should be made, that is the middle console does not give elbow enough shifting room without hitting.
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Impressed to say the least
QueenJ, 08/08/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2016 Ford Fiesta SE Hatchback in feb of 2017. I've owned the car for a little over 2 years now. Over the last 2 years I haven't had many issues with the vehicle. There was a recall on the clutch with mostly the ford focuses but I took mine in just in case before my warranty was up and turns out my clutch was damaged and it was an automatic. Go Figure. It's not really spacious. I can really only fit 2 people in the backseat even though there are 3 seats because I have to push the drivers seat all the way back (I'm 5'6).The Bluetooth system SYNC can be touch sometimes but I've only had to call SYNC twice in the last 2 years to help me fix the Bluetooth issue and they were more than helpful. Other than that I love the touch screen, all the gadgets and so far the reliability. Good car and wasn't bad when i drove it 8 hours from CT to WV. Comfortable and Really Great on Gas!
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I love my four door "sports" car!
Rex Davis, 10/20/2016
updated 04/23/2021
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car has been wonderful to own. The SE options package is worth it. I like the trunk much better then the hatch back. This car can get over 500 miles per tank with four adults and some luggage. The tires could be a little wider but I have no real problems cornering or stopping. Acceleration is great and if you do not like full auto you put it in semi manual mode to punch it up hills or past cars on the freeway. The sync system has been error free and even connects to a tracphone flip phone blue tooth despite saying in the manual it is not compatible. It will not play "unprotected" mp3's via usb thumb drives but has no problem with mp3's on a CD. Have rotated the tires every 5k -10k and they are getting near the wear indication mark on the stock tires at 32000 miles. I do not expect more then 45k miles out of stock tires anyway....I love my 2016 Ford Fiesta!
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Ford Fiesta-Great bang for the buck!
Jeffrey Hartz, 05/10/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Our 2016 Fiesta SE Sedan is our new RV motorhome tow car. The Pro's: Good road handling, good acceleration, sport car feel steering, great visibility, incredible gas mileage (38/39 Hwy), large trunk, well thought out instrument panel. blue tooth and nice radio. Con's: transmission quirky and not as smooth as I'd like, rear leg room limited for full size adults. With a base price of $13,900 it's a great value and over all we're very, very happy with it.
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Finally a fun American small car
Steven Parry, 01/05/2017
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
America hasn't had fun small cars like this since the German Opel's. Great car, small, fast, nimble, cheap to own and to operate. Nothing fancy mechanically that will break the bank later, very nice amenities inside. Not for a family of four all the time unless you're all small, but as I now have a new driver, I find that as a "2 seater with four doors and a lot of storage", this car is perfect. 3 people easily also, but the storage isn't awesome. She is a little car after all.
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Best little car I ever owned, I owed a lot.
uCohen, 01/17/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The previous new car I had for 10 years was a BMW 330i (E46). Than the ST came along. This ST performs same and sometimes better. Ford thru in a free whole day racing class in Utah. I took it. Spinning this thing is the most fun I had outdoors in a while. This car had ZERO PROBLEMS. The maintenance thus far (3.5 years) was 4 oils changes for a total of $200.00. Granted I do not drive a lot, but this things is a blast. Get one if you can. Oh, my 6.2" 18 year old son fits in just fine. Back is tight for long drive. Audio is amazing.
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Pretty good LITTLE car
Jacob L, 10/26/2020
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Well, it is a tiny car but still fits someone like me who is 6'3" very comfortably. It's got ok power @ 197hp (for the ST) but right off the line is where its real good. Probably because its so light weight. The technology is pretty good for a 5 year old car. I'm happy with my purchase but have a lot of plans for modifications
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Happy Ford Fiesta SE Owner , 11/21/2021
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a 2016 Fiesta and I absolutely love it. It does not look fancy. But rides like a horse and will do 80 in a heart beat. Car has real good traction control and I love the Mileage it gives when driving under 70 MPH on an Interstate. Ride is comfortable and the FM stereo isn't bad wither. Have been a VOLVO owner since 1998,intially skeptical about this little car, so far only changed oil and it runs great.
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Absolute POS
William W, 07/31/2021
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
If you're thinking about it, don't. Get a Fit instead. Take your current payment and double it. That's how much you'll average in repairs to keep it running. Simple things like O2 sensors going bad immobilize the vehicle and leave you stranded. Not to mention Ford pushes really hard for you to take it to the dealer with their proprietary diagnostic tools. Not to mention the notoriously bad DPS6 transmission. Stay away.
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Front Wheel Drive blows.
Gavin, 03/23/2017
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
12 of 18 people found this review helpful
Considering this is a FWD car it handles great and is a driver's FWD car. Unfortunately though, it's still FWD. The car torque steers all over the road if there is any kind of rut or standing water. The 17 inch rims are too big for the car and it gives the car poor ride quality, handling and makes road noise unbearable. The acceleration is pleasantly surprising. There is very little turbo lag which is nice for me personally because I have driven N/A V8 mustangs and pickups my whole life. The handling will surprise you and the car responds well to throttle burping/modulation while in the center of the corner as long as you don't enter too fast. Sometimes the back end will try to step out if you dive too hard after a Scandinavian flick, in my experience I have found this a somewhat typical trait of FWD cars. The rear wheels have no purpose and are therefore just along for the ride. One feature that often goes overlooked is the hill assist. For an experienced manual transmission driver this is the bees knees. I drove this car somewhere between 10,000 and 20,000 miles (sorry I'm not doing that math lol) for Lyft in San Francisco and never once smelt burning clutch. Generally I never even rolled back and it blew American customer's minds (they must've owned a prius). European tourists never gave it a second thought that I was driving a manual and some who had ridden with other drivers around the bay were relieved to see an American driving stick. The manual transmission is the selling point in this car, it is crisp and over built for the equipped 1.6L engine as it is the same 6spd found in the Focus ST which has over 50 more horsepower. The main reason I chose this car over other "Hot Hatch" vehicles is that there is no automatic transmission option so I knew going to the dealership I wouldn't have to search for a car with a stick. Storage space is an issue; however, I never had to turn an airport customer away for luggage although I did have some suitcase induced blind spots from time to time. Visibility in this car is great and I love how there is no backup camera. One of the best things about this car is that you can tell it was designed by a driver, not by a guy in a suit. The little corner mirrors within the side mirrors can easily be adjusted to eliminate blindspots. The sync 3 system is too much for me so I have nothing but great things to say about it. I didn't want or need sync 3, but I got it and I use it. The exterior design is very appealing and the kona blue color is stunning. Overall the car is impressive for what it is. If you drive it right you can hit a high 14 second quarter mile then drive home at 40mpg. I will say this though, you have to drive very conservatively to achieve 40mpg. I've done it with 3 tanks, the highest of those 3 being approximately 42mpg(92 octane ethanol free, 40.2mpg was my best on crumby California 91 octane). If you aren't that patient it's pretty easy to get over 35mpg despite the window sticker claiming only 33mpg highway and that is why manual transmissions are the best. I took the car to autocross one time and that was enough for me because I'm used to autocrossing my Foxbody mustang, the FWD is just lame and uninspiring. There is no way around it, FWD sucks. I'd also like to notate that I always turn off the traction and stability control for two reasons; 1: better driving feel, 2: better fuel economy(less friction, better economy). Driving position is great for visibility but my right knee gets banged up during hard cornering.
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Good enough car.
Gregg jones, 06/22/2018
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The front seat doesn't slide back far enough for someone 6 feet or taller. The engine is adequate and smooth, although it can bog when the AC is on high in the heat of summer. Handling is crisp, ride is good, but the brakes could be stronger. (Drums in back) Fuel mileage is pretty much as rated. The dual clutch transmission is Ok....Ford has worked out most of the kinks......however, it can still stumble at times. I think a torque converter automatic would be the best choice, even if it extracts a small penalty in gas mileage.
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Fun little economy car
Andy, 03/02/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
First off, I have the SE hatchback with the 1.0 3 cylinder ecoboost engine (SFE package). It's actually pleasing to drive - acceptable power and fuel efficient to boot. It won't win any races, but it's not boring either. Comes standard with a manual transmission, which I prefer anyway- light clutch and solid shifts (although it's only a 5 speed and no reverse lockout). For fuel economy, I'm averaging between 33-38 mpg, which translates to 375-425 miles on one tank (12 gallons) depending on the season. But be careful, it's easy to go fast in this car because it drives so well. I can definitely tell this car came from Europe, handling is surprisingly good and car feels solid going down the road. My biggest gripe with the handling is the cheap economy Hankook tires this car comes standard with - fine in the dry but poor grip when wet or snowy. Upgrade your tires to get the most out of this car. Interior fit and finish is very good, doesn't feel terribly cheap like most American car interiors. Visibility is outstanding, LOVE the large windshield and the airy feeling it gives you. Decent stock audio system, but the base Sync screen is too small and recessed for my taste. And I find it annoying having to rely on voice commands to change audio source because it's otherwise buried in the settings if you do it manually. Sync reliability and functionality hasn't been great with my car and there is no update, but when it does work, it works OK. Interior cargo space isn't anything to brag about and the rear seats don't fold down flat, but apart from that, you can get a fair amount of stuff in the back nonetheless. Rear seats are best meant for small kids and only two of them at most, so this isn't a family car by no means. But the seats are fairly comfortable for all passengers that do fit inside. Overall reliability hasn't been terrible with only a couple things worth mentioning. So far, I've had to replace the A/C compressor, coolant tank, coolant hose, and oil cooler, with only the compressor covered under warranty. Occasionally, my Sync voice commands stop working and the only way to reset it is to disconnect the battery for a minute - dealerships can't explain why this happens or replicate the problem (go figure). But I'm currently at 53,000 miles and running strong despite all that. Overall, I'm satisfied with my Fiesta and it will serve me well until it dies. The Honda Fit has better cargo room, but I chose the Fiesta because it's more of a driver's car and gives me more smiles per gallon.
Transmission went out 4 times
Dog Lover, 12/13/2016
updated 12/22/2020
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have the automatic with sport shift option. When the car changes gears in automatic it has the sound and fell of a standard shift. I love this feeling. Fuel economy is almost 32 mpg in the city and nearly 40 on the highway. I chose this vehicle because of the low maintenance cost of a small car. i.e. tires, fuel etc. UPDATE: 6/19/2017 My 2016 Fiesta is still preforming excellent. I am still pleased with my purchase and the body integrity is holding up to two dogs that travel with me. No transmission issues either. I love the hear the transmission shift. I traded this in. Value dropped like a rock!
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Love It! Lot's of fun!
Scott, 07/19/2017
updated 07/30/2018
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I couldn't believe the trunk space and ride of this compact car!
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Sweet runner
Bobie, 12/31/2018
updated 07/05/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as CPO. This little beauty goes and you don't feel the ride, its smooth and fast, just give it your command and you feel the excitement and real enjoyment. My husband has a Ford Taurus and now he take the car from me to work without telling me. He loves the car and I am sure a lot out there can share with me the same scenario. Yes and keep running my friend.
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amazing car
anonymus, 11/10/2021
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It is an amazing car if you like going fast but not to fast it is a great car for you also the steering is really amazing practically and the controlling is very good
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Good car bad engine
Connor, 03/14/2016
updated 03/19/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 19 people found this review helpful
I owned my Fiesta ST for 3 years and the 1.6 engine is a low horsepower turtle. I sold the car for a 5.0 Mustang as soon as I could.
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cute and affordable
Courtney, 11/19/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car for in town commutes!
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Got what I wanted but???
BLURAY KING, 02/28/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
6 of 24 people found this review helpful
I was glad a first (2,000 miles) but now I do not know. Car buzzes behind driver's seat, clutch clicks every time I engage it, driver's outside mirror (inside) is smaller than passenger's mirror and passenger's seat (Recaro) rubs against center console (like it is not centered where it seats) squeaks. I have called 5 Ford dealerships to come in and get it repaired under warranty but most want to keep car for 2 days to fix (without loaner car). What kind service can we expect when they refuse to give me a loaner when I have NO other car?? All this is fit and finish problems. I will update once somebody fixes my car under warranty.
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first 5000 miles
mark, 02/12/2016
updated 03/31/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta Titanium 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 32 people found this review helpful
let's face it everyone one loves a new car so lets keep that in mind. Took my new ford fiesta titanium car on a 4000 mile round trip holiday get away and it was better than great. The only problem was fitting two people ,winter clothes, a dog and Christmas presents all in an economy car. This car has a very large hatch back area an I had hoped to fit it all into the back and not have to pile it into the back seat. Well that dream died quick. So for this trip I should have got the Escape. However as the gas mileage creeped up over 40 mpg (which the sales man swore it would once it hit 2000miles) I became more pleased with my new ford fiesta titanium. The great stuff: 1)the leather heated seats - the best 2) the huge display for the radio and Nav so even I can see it . 3) the sun roof -makes the car seem bigger and lets in the fresh air. 4) this car is layed out so you feel like you have driven it forever. we rent cars and some car brands put things in stupid places 5) a real glove box and console to rest your arm- sounds simple but try to find this in a car under 20 grand and you will see what I mean. 6)dead pedal - a place to rest your left foot on long trips- a back saver. 7)the sync 3 system works great with my iphone The not so great: 1)the nav/gps works good but I have used the garmins for so long that its all I know. So for the first 5000k review this is a great car! we will see at 30k if I cheaped out or got a great fully loaded car that fits in my garage for 18k and change.
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I love the car
Robert streelman, 03/14/2017
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love the car and he gets great gas mileage
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Fiesta st
Bobby Peckham, 08/02/2017
2016 Ford Fiesta ST 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love the car very fun to drive
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2016 Ford Fiesta
LouAnn Madrid, 08/12/2017
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
So far I really like the car although I have not received my $300 off the car they promised they would make a payment which I have not got a confirmation of as of yet
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Great starter or basic car. Sorry left market
joel Aronowicz, 06/25/2018
updated 12/26/2019
2016 Ford Fiesta S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
For ford. This was a win. 35 mpg basic car entry. The vehicle hold great compared w Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla. But now that is out of the market due to cost to ford, the value of the vehicule is nothing. Sad to see it out of style due to revenue for ford.
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Ford Fiesta 2016
Ali, 07/06/2016
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 9 people found this review helpful
Its a great vehicle with a best price from Huntington Beach Ford.
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Best Value, Reliable, Sturdy Car in Bad Weather
Anonymous, 01/14/2024
2016 Ford Fiesta S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 30K miles on it 4 years ago, and still love it. It has definitely kept it's look/finish, and the interior is still pretty. This car is great in bad weather, and is a great ride, & reliable ride. In fact, I still love this car! I had complete replacement of brakes/rotors & rear brakes, which was expensive, but the brakes on this car last a long time. (Scheduled maintenance). I do all the oil & lube, tire rotates, drive sensibly & make sure I use engine block heater and/or battery charger/maintainer in very cold temps. Replace filters, etc., too. But...I have only had to replace a water pump! That's the *only* extra repair item in 4 years. I will say for a basic, inexpensive car, the SYNC stereo has a great sound. So, that is an added value. I wash the car about 12 times/year & wax it 3 or 4 times, and the finish is still beautiful. The car has been garaged most of it's life, & I also have a sturdy car cover w/straps underneath for outside parking. So, while I take care of this car, and do all the scheduled maintenance, it certainly has been worth every penny, and still going strong.
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Great
Sharon C., KY , 10/19/2024
2016 Ford Fiesta S 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have over 230,000 miles on mine ,and it gets over 40 mpg. , usually. Very rarely less. That's including city, country, and Interstate driving. I use Shell Regular gas
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It's a Lovely Vehicle, But Not Perfect.
Max S., 03/03/2025
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've had my Ford Fiesta for two years, and I absolutely love it. It has the 1.0L Ecoboost with a 5 speed manual transmission. Appearance The body styling was inspired by Aston Martin, giving it a sleek appearance at a low price. My particular vehicle is painted blue, which helps make it look more unique. A little detail I love is the antenna on the roof; not only does it add character, but it also doubles as a vortex generator to help improve aerodynamics. The vehicle also comes with a small wing, improving traction and adding to its sporty appeal. The interior is nice, but not luxurious. There's enough space for the driver and passenger to be comfortable, but passengers in the back seat may struggle a little. The aesthetics are on point; Ford used quite a lot of circles, ovals, and rounded edged to give the vehicle a safe and approachable feel. The gauge cluster is little odd with the high-beam indicator located dead center with its own spot. The vents are circular with a honeycomb mesh inside which are easy to adjust. The AC controls are a little awkward with most of the functions located in a circle, but once you get used to it, it works well. One oddity is that there is no true coin holder; there's just an empty space right in front of the shifter with no door or anything to hold what you put there in place. You have options for media, including a CD player, AUX jack, USB Port, and two 12V outlets. Unfortunately, for Fords like this, the USB port tends not to work well. The buttons for the radio controls are well designed. Big, easy to press, and you even get a phone keypad on the right side. The SYNC 3 Entertainment System works great; however, it does glitch from time to time, by not connecting to my device. Rebooting it solves the problem. Navigating the menu is a simple task. The buttons are responsive and the options aren't hard to find. The sound system, well, sounds great! One feature I love about the interior is the fact you can change the interior accent colors. I personally have mine set to blue, but you can also choose pink, green, sky blue, red... The materials used for the interior feel decent for the price, but door window switches/handles will start loosening with age. You have 4 cupholders; 2 in the center, and 1 on each front door. They almost always feel too small for cups though, and the placement of the shifter makes using them feel awkward. Storage is average. You only get a glovebox and the sides of the doors, including the (small) arm rest. It'll get you by so long as you don't hoard. But at least you get a spot to hold your sunglasses! That compartment is located right in front of the interior lights. The vehicle comes with blindspot mirrors, which I absolutely love. They can be electronically adjusted from the driver's side. No powered seats, which I view as a good thing, but your opinion may be different. Performance Performance varies between trims. My particular vehicle is a 1.0L 3 cylinder, turbocharged GDI VVT engine with 90500 miles (purchased at 79900), tied to a 5 speed manual transmission. You must push the clutch in before starting the vehicle. I like that safety feature. It's called "Neutral Safety Switch". Gas mileage is fantastic. I drive very conservatively, shifting around 2K RPM and no further than 2500 RPM in higher gears, and I average around 38MPG combined. The vehicle takes 87 Regular (US) which makes its operating costs very low. Since it's a 3 cylinder, that also means you need fewer spark plugs, less oil, and fewer ignition coils. It also has a fair amount of working room in the engine bay compared to the 4 cylinder. As someone who likes to service his own vehicle, that's a huge advantage. Oil capacity is 4.5 quarts, so you can have some oil left over to add in as necessary. The shifter feels comfortable and responsive. The clutch is very easy to release and the biting point is quite generous. I taught myself how to drive manuals with my Fiesta, so if you're looking for an easy car for beginners, this one is perfect. Braking feels great too. My Fiesta uses discs in the front and drums in the back. Since the car is so light (especially with the Ecoboost engine) it can stop on a dime. Acceleration feels good. Throttle response is quite good, due in part to the turbocharger giving it a better low-end power curve. Steering is quite fun. The car is so agile that I can sometimes take corners in third gear without breaking a sweat! Fiestas are Front Wheel Drive, which makes it an absolute hoot around corners. The turbo doesn't really kick in until after 2500 RPM or so. Pros - Sporty feel, even on lower trims - Affordable Price - Fun and Practical - Great Safety Ratings (5 stars for Driver, 4 for Passenger) - Outstanding gas mileage - Low maintenance costs for service items (air filter, spark plugs, etc) Cons - Ecoboost engines are known for oil leaks, particularly from valve cover/timing cover - Issues with oil starvation caused by oil pump drive belt material clogging the pump over time - Not much cargo space - Rear passengers may not be too comfortable - Some interior parts are made of cheap plastic - AC has known issues with blend door actuators (If you hear clicking from the dash, that's why) - (Automated Manual transmissions have problems. If you want a Fiesta, get a manual instead.) Conclusion The 2016 Ford Fiesta worked out a lot of kinks from previous generations, making them a great first or even second car. They're fun to drive, sip on gas, and are very safe. They may not be luxurious, but they get the job done with a fun flair that most other cars simply don't have. And with a price tag this low, how can you argue with that?
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Too small for grown-ups
Gary Friesz, 05/20/2018
2016 Ford Fiesta SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 10 people found this review helpful
My wife is 5’3” and she hated the car because it was too small. Not as roomy as our 2013 Kia Rio!
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