2011 Ford Fiesta Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$13,200 to $17,500

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There’s obviously something wrong with me, as I’m constantly plagued by things I can’t have. Usually this manifests in ridiculous supercars for which I could never afford the insurance, let alone the pricetag – but money isn’t the issue with the 2011 Ford Fiesta, it’s space. The last time a Ford awakened these feelings, it was after they announced the GT concept, a modern take on a vehicle that more than 40 years ago showed Europe what an endurance race car should be. Dan Gurney was part of that legacy, and at almost 6'3”, they had to craft a bubble in the roof of his car just so he could fit inside. I’m taller than Dan Gurney, and I don’t have a team ready to modify my cars just so I can shoehorn myself inside – and so my Fiesta dream ends.

Or does it? Speaking with representatives at Ford, I’ve been assured that even at 6’4”, I should have no problem fitting in this seventh-generation Fiesta, newly introduced to the American market. This is thanks partially to a standard tilt and telescoping steering wheel, but also due to an increase in legroom needed to accommodate things like a knee airbag. In fact, there were lots of changes made to the Fiesta before importation. So many changes, in fact, that the U.S. model shares only 60% of its parts with its Euro cousin.

Not that a fact like that should matter for most U.S. consumers, as the last time they saw a Fiesta on American soil was likely during the Reagan administration. Despite being in continuous production since 1976, prior to 2010 the Fiesta was sold in the U.S. only between 1978 and 1980 – not exactly a dynasty. Thirty years offers a lot of room for change, so what does the 21st Century Fiesta offer the subcompact consumer?

First, let’s start with its six-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic, making its North American debut here in the Fiesta. The dual-clutch technology offers quicker shifts without the need for a torque converter. Add to this the fact that both clutches are dry – another NA debut for Ford - which negates the drag associated with a wet clutch, and Ford claims a 10% efficiency increase over a traditional automatic setup. Combine this with its sealed internal lubrication, eliminating the need for any maintenance over its expected 150,000-mile lifespan, and that’s quite an upgrade.

There have been other U.S.-specific changes, like suspension tuning and more comfortable seats to accommodate the …ahem… “unique” driving conditions on this continent, and while they do little for overall handling, they are a welcome boon to overall comfort. Here, we’ll get the choice of a 5-door hatchback or sedan, in any of five trim levels, all powered by the same 1.6-liter inline four-cylinder (I4) engine, putting out a frightening 119 hp – enough to rocket the little guy to 60 mph in just over 9 seconds.

But the big difference is in how we’ve decided to define “economy car.” When the term was first introduced, it signaled just as much about the quality as about the cost and efficiency of the vehicle. Thankfully, definitions are fluid. Here you’ll find amenities not seen in a subcompact before, like heated leather seats, a sunroof, keyless start, and Ford’s voice-activated Sync system. All of this in a car that will return an EPA-estimated 30/40 mpg, besting its rivals by more than 3 mpg!

So what’s there to complain about? The styling is award-winning, the fit and finish are class-leading, and the available features are found nowhere else in the class. Still, the dual-clutch transmission would be perfect for some steering-wheel paddle shifters, but we are left wanting. A sporty 3-door hatchback version like they get overseas would be nice as well, maybe even in an all-wheel-drive configuration like they've produced for rally racing.

Looks like I’ll still be left wanting.

Michael Perkins
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
A CarGurus contributor since 2008, Michael started his career writing about cars with the SCCA - winning awards during his time as editor of Top End magazine. Since then, his journalistic travels have taken him from NY to Boston to CA, completing a cross-country tour on a restored vintage Suzuki. While his preference is for fine German automobiles - and the extra leg room they so often afford - his first automobile memories center around impromptu Mustang vs. Corvette races down the local highway, in the backseat of his father's latest acquisition.

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by Luong Viet C
May 13, 2024
I like ford and price are cheap Comfortable Beautiful Save energy May 13, 2024
by Timothy W
Mar 26, 2023
Small cramped and good for teens still in school. Mar 26, 2023
by Jo M
Dec 17, 2022
Great reliable car loaded with awesome features for a great value! Dec 17, 2022

2011 Ford Fiesta Pricing

Original MSRP
$13,200 to $17,500
Price range
$5,206 to $5,529
Average price on CG
$5,206
YoY price change
$5,529 to $5,206

Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Door trim: cloth · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.07

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Wheels

Wheel covers: full · Wheel spokes: 8

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Total Number of Speakers: 4 · 80 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · SYNC System: voice activated communication and entertainment system · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.07

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Diameter: 15 · Profile: 60 · Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel covers: full · Wheel spokes: 8

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 80 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · SYNC System: voice activated communication and entertainment system · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio and cruise controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.07

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Diameter: 15 · Profile: 60 · Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel covers: full · Wheel spokes: 8

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 80 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.07

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Headlamp bezel color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 4 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted aluminum

Wheels

Wheel spokes: multi-spoke

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 80 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 10.2 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 7.9 · Rear brakes: drum

Comfort Features

Dash trim: simulated alloy · Door trim: simulated alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: alloy

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Manual adjustments: 4

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 4.07

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: body-color · Headlamp bezel color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: metallic · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 4 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system

Seatbelts

Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 14.2

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Wheels

Wheel spokes: multi-spoke

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer

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