2011 Ford Fiesta user reviews

4.0 stars

"First Ford CAR in almost 25 years - Celebration Fiesta!" on August 2, 2011 by Mark_Denver

Pros: Style
Sync (takes some getting used to)
MPG
VALUE

Cons: Rear seat headroom
Center Arm Rest only avail aftermarket

Summary: As I said in the summary this is the first car from Ford I've had in 25 years. Ford has made FANTASTIC Trucks, SUVs and Crossovers over the years but their cars have been mediocre at best. All that has changed; Ford is making world class cars and the Fiesta is one incredible car. I traded a 2009 Civic Hybrid for my Fiesta SE. The Fiesta is more comfortable, quieter (road noise on the Civic is HORRENDOUS), more responsive (acceleration and handling), and less expensive by almost $10K. So far I'm averaging 35 MPG on mostly city driving (39.8 on the Civic when I traded it in) and the car isn't broken in yet. So I'd say that in almost every way the Fiesta is FAR superior to the Civic.

5.0 stars

"Ford Fiesta exceeds all expectations!" on July 4, 2011 by whitejw

Pros: Sync
MPG
Interior
Exterior Design
Space
Safety

Cons: Transmission
Missing Armrest?

Summary: I was first interested in the 2011 Ford Fiesta based on cost, and MPG. When I took the car for a test drive, I was greatly suprised by how large the interior cabin felt. This blew me away since the car looks so small. You have a very wide, open view to see everything while driving. The built in blind spot mirrors are great, and I seem to use them every day I drive the car. As for the exterior of the car, this is specifically based on taste, but I think the car is top notch. It is definitely a head turner! The Sync system is way ahead of any other car manufacturer that I have read about, especially since now Sync will deliver: Local movie listings, news, weather, traffic updates, sports, and even turn by turn navigation which is read through your speakers, and displayed on the cars dash unit. This vehicle has won safety awards and features 7 airbags which is more then any other car in this class. The frame is also made of boron steal to provide superior safety. As for space, what is there to possibly complain about? Look at the size of this car, and then you should already know that there will be limited space. I have the 4 door sedan, and the trunk seems to be surprisingly big, and I am very impressed by Ford for offering this much trunk space, in such a small car. In regards to the spacing in the back seat, there is more leg room in this vehicle then in my Wife's 2008 Ford Focus, which appears to be much bigger then my Fiesta. Finally, one of the most important reasons I purchased this car was MPG! And it DELIVERS! I have achieved 45MPG highway on a regular basis, when taking this car for a road trip. For city driving I tend to get 30-33 which is a little lower then I would like, but higher then some cars highway performance. I did opt for the SFE package which was an additional $695. I have also driven this car without the SFE package and achieve 42MPG highway, so the numbers are higher then the EPA estimates. As for the cons of this car, the transmission and/or the engine do seem to be pretty weak, but when you figure in the MPG, I am more then willing to accept this con. The fact that I can get over 500 mile to a full tank of gas is pretty damn amazing if you ask me! The missing armrest is also an easy fix since Boomerang offers an armrest for around $180. I even installed this myself with the installation video which they provide on their website. So overall my 2011 Ford Fiesta have exceeded all my expectations, by a very high percentage!

Updated on Jul 4, 2011

I would recommend picking up the Boomerang Armrest. I installed myself in little over 20 min! It was WELL worth the money!

Updated on May 7, 2012

In my original review I put the transmission as a Con, however I need to update this! I recently took my car into Ford service department and explained the issue I as having. Rough shifting, jerky shifting, and no responsiveness. They did a software update and all I can say is WOW! It feels like a brand new car. My car is not more responsive, and shifts way smoother! Seems that my MPG has increased also! If anyone else has a early production Fiesta, I would recommend getting this software update!

4.5 stars

"Limited Budget--never imagined this!" on May 13, 2011 by msimon66

Pros: Smooth, quiet ride, elegant inside and out. Stereo/Sync/Sirius wonderful.

Cons: Transmission is sometimes confused. Can be jerky at low speeds. Could recover more quickly for after a speed adjustment on the highway.

Summary: Could not be happier. New SEL. I'm not a rich man and work hard for every dollar. With this car I drive to work with a great sense of satisfaction. I often wish I had more time to drive. Only issue is dodging other drivers on the road fumbling with their cell phones. The ride is so quiet with the windows closed I'm never in position to offer hand gestures to them before I'm long gone.

4.0 stars

"Definitely a car worth checking out!" on April 6, 2011 by FastFlash89

Pros: Love the mpg I get out of this car! Drove from Santa Clarita CA all the way to Sacramento, CA and then to Palo Alto, CA all on 1 tank of gas! That's over 450 miles on one tank of gas! Hand free and bluetooth work wonders with the Ford Sync system

Cons: Back seat is something to be desired. Very small, but it really depends on the driver and where they place their seat. 6 foot tall salesperson fit in the back snug, but he fit.

Summary: If you can get over the fact that yes it is a pretty small car, but provides you with all the technology you need this car is for you. Plus with gas prices today who can argue with only paying $40 for a tank of gas that will last you for a long time.