2018 Ford Fiesta vs. 2019 Ford Fiesta
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Ford Fiesta and 2019 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 2018 Ford Fiesta and the 2019 Ford Fiesta.
In comparing the 2018 Ford Fiesta's and the 2019 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2019 Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2018 Ford Fiesta and 2019 Ford Fiesta have the same fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Ford Fiesta's and the 2019 Ford Fiesta's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2018 Ford Fiesta ranges from $7,363 to $16,300 while a used 2019 Ford Fiesta is priced between $8,991 to $16,993.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2018 Ford Fiesta and the 2019 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 2018 Ford Fiesta and the 2019 Ford Fiesta makes 120 horsepower. Both the Fiesta and the Fiesta are rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2018 Ford Fiesta has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more The 2019 Ford Fiesta has the advantage in the area of
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:
$14,205
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,288
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,110 - $26,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$14,260
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Subcompact Cars)
$17,553
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$12,460 - $26,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,843
Price Range:
$7,363 - $16,300
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$14,812
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$10,846 - $24,309
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
136
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
74,952
# Good or Great Deals:
57
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$13,026
Price Range:
$8,991 - $16,993
Category Avg Price:
(Subcompact Cars)
$16,389
Category Avg Price Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
$11,778 - $30,722
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
327
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,392
# Good or Great Deals:
123
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 2018 Ford Fiesta
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.9 - 7.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Fiesta
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Subcompact Cars)
5.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Subcompact Cars)
2.9 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
3.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.5 - 7.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Subcompact Cars)
0.5 - 13.1
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
2018 Ford Fiesta Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 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):
27 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
335 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
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
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
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
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:
Standard
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:
Standard
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:
83.2 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:
77.8 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
98 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2578 lbs
Width:
77.8 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
173.6 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 w/Sterling Stone Insert
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black w/Sterling Stone Insert
