2016 Ford Fiesta vs. 2017 Ford Fiesta
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2016 Ford Fiesta and 2017 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 2016 Ford Fiesta and the 2017 Ford Fiesta.
When we compare the 2016 Ford Fiesta's and the 2017 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2016 Ford Fiesta and 2017 Ford Fiesta have the same overall quality score base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Ford Fiesta's and the 2017 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Ford Fiesta is a better car than the 2017 Ford Fiesta.
Pricing: A used 2016 Ford Fiesta ranges from $5,496 to $14,073 while a used 2017 Ford Fiesta is priced between $6,499 to $15,156.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2016 Ford Fiesta and the 2017 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 2016 Ford Fiesta and the 2017 Ford Fiesta makes 120 horsepower. The Fiesta is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles. The Fiesta is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. This gives the 2016 Ford Fiesta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Ford Fiesta. The Fiesta uses gasoline, and the Fiesta uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Fiesta has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
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
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$13,660
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,851
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,990 - $25,950
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:
156
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
86,378
# Good or Great Deals:
56
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,574
Price Range:
$6,499 - $15,156
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$13,123
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$9,379 - $22,885
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
152
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,572
# Good or Great Deals:
74
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 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%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Ford Fiesta
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
3.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.9 - 6.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
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
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.5 - 3.5
Ford Fiesta Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Ford Fiesta Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Ranking
36 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2016 Ford Fiesta Trim Levels
Not yet available
2017 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:
5 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):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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:
Available
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:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
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:
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
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:
83.2 cubic feet
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
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
Shadow Black
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black with Sterling Stone Insert
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
