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2015 Ford Fiesta vs. 2016 Ford Fiesta

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2015 Ford Fiesta and 2016 Ford Fiesta contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2015 Ford Fiesta and the 2016 Ford Fiesta.

When comparing the 2015 Ford Fiesta's and the 2016 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2015 Ford Fiesta and 2016 Ford Fiesta have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Ford Fiesta's and the 2016 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford Fiesta is a better car than the 2016 Ford Fiesta.

Pricing: A used 2015 Ford Fiesta ranges from $4,948 to $13,592 while a used 2016 Ford Fiesta is priced between $5,496 to $14,073.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2015 Ford Fiesta and the 2016 Ford Fiesta both lose 30.3 percent of their value.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fiesta is 8.2 out of 10. Ford Fiesta is ranked 23 out of 43 Best Small Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Ford Fiesta is 8.0 out of 10.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2015 Ford Fiesta and the 2016 Ford Fiesta makes 120 horsepower. Both the Fiesta and the Fiesta are rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles. Both models use gasoline.

Safety Ratings: The Ford Fiesta has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$14,455

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)

$16,447

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$11,990 - $25,700

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$14,580

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)

$17,208

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$11,990 - $25,950

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$8,457

Price Range:

$4,948 - $13,592

Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)

$10,531

Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$7,830 - $17,875

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

140

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

99,763

# Good or Great Deals:

48

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$9,354

Price Range:

$5,496 - $14,073

Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)

$11,815

Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

$9,208 - $19,544

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

155

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

86,889

# Good or Great Deals:

56

Ford Fiesta Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Ford Fiesta Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Ford Fiesta

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

1.6

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)

2.1

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

0.1 - 4.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

3.6%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Ford Fiesta

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

2.6

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)

2.9

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)

0.9 - 5.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

3.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

3.7

Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

2.5

Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.2 - 9.6

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.1

Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

1.4

Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)

0.9 - 4.8

Ford Fiesta Rankings

Best Small Cars Under $20k

10 / 21

Best Manual Transmission Small Cars

13 / 21

Most Reliable Small Cars

14 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

14 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 43

Best Small Cars

23 / 43

Safest Small Cars

28 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

36 / 43

Ford Fiesta Rankings

Best Small Cars Under $20k

10 / 21

Best Manual Transmission Small Cars

13 / 21

Most Reliable Small Cars

14 / 43

Best Small Cars for Tall People

14 / 43

Small Cars with Best Resale Value

16 / 43

Best Small Cars

23 / 43

Safest Small Cars

28 / 43

Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

36 / 43

Available Body Styles

Hatchback, Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback, Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2015 Ford Fiesta Trim Levels

Not yet available

2016 Ford Fiesta Trim Levels

Not yet available

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

2 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

120 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

112 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.047 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

120 hp @ 6350 rpm

Torque:

112 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.047 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


28 / 36 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

347 / 446 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Manual

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


28 / 36 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

347 / 446 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.2 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

52.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

49 inches

Cargo Space:

12.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

85.1 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.1 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.6 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

52.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.1 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

49 inches

Cargo Space:

12.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

85.1 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2578 lbs

Width:

67.8 inches

Height:

58 inches

Length:

173.5 inches

Wheelbase:

98 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

2578 lbs

Width:

77.8 inches

Height:

58.1 inches

Length:

173.5 inches

Wheelbase:

98 inches

Ground Clearance:

Not yet available

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P185/60R15

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

15.0 x 6.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P185/60R15

Exterior Colors

Black

Tuxedo Black

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Exterior Colors

Black

Shadow Black

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal Black

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal Black with Sterling Stone Insert

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