Ford Fiesta VIII (Mk8) 3 door 1.0 EcoBoost (100 Hp) Start-Stop


Overall Rating

8.6 / 10
Safety 5.0 / 5
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 4.2 / 5
Performance 4.0 / 5
Comfort 3.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Ford Fiesta:

The Ford Fiesta is a supermini car that was marketed by Ford from 1976 to 2023 over seven generations. Over the years, the Fiesta has mainly been developed and manufactured by Ford's European operations, and had been positioned below the Escort.
Ford sold over 15 million Fiestas from 1976 to July 2011, making it one of the best-selling Ford nameplates behind the Escort and the F-Series. It has been manufactured in the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, Mexico, Taiwan, China, India, Thailand, and South Africa....(Read more on Wikipedia)

VIII (Mk8) 3 door Overview:

Ford Fiesta (VIII (Mk8) 3 door). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1106 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 183 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.0 EcoBoost (100 Hp) Start-Stop Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A well-balanced engine providing ample power for daily driving, feeling responsive and capable in most situations.

Fuel Economy

Very good fuel economy, a strong point for the EcoBoost range, offering a great balance between performance and running costs.

Best Use Case: Mixed driving

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Engaging and fun-to-drive chassis
  • • Wide range of efficient and capable engines, including mild-hybrid options
  • • Stylish exterior design and modern interior
  • • Good safety rating (5-star Euro NCAP)
  • • Practical for a supermini, especially with 3-door styling

Cons:

  • • Rear passenger space can be tight for adults in the 3-door
  • • Entry-level engines lack power for highway driving
  • • Infotainment system can be less intuitive than some rivals (pre-Sync 3)
  • • Ride can be firm on sportier trims
  • • Some interior plastics feel a bit cheap

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII (Mk7, facelift 2013) 5 door: January, 2013 - 2013).

General:
Brand:Ford
Model:Fiesta
Generation:VIII (Mk8) 3 door
Modification (Engine):1.0 EcoBoost (100 Hp) Start-Stop
Start of production:July, 2017
End of production:May, 2020
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:3
Engine:
Engine systems:Start & Stop System
Power:100 Hp @ 4500-6500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:100.2 Hp/l [71mm more]
Torque:170 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:SFJE, SFJF, SFJH, SFJJ, SFJK, SFJN, SFJP More details about the engine SFJE, SFJF, SFJH, SFJJ, SFJK, SFJN, SFJP
Engine displacement:998
Number of cylinders:3
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Direct injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC, Ti-VCT
Engine oil capacity:4.6 l
Coolant:5.8 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:71.9 mm
Piston Stroke:82 mm
Compression ratio:10:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:3.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.3 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 6
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.5 sec
Maximum speed:183 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.7 kg/Hp, 93.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.3 kg/Nm, 159 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1069-1144
Max. weight:1630-1645
Max. roof load:50 kg
Max load:501-561
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1093 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:292 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1000 kg
Fuel tank capacity:42 l
Permitted trailer load without brakes:570 kg
Permitted towbar download:65 kg
Size:
Length:4040-4065 mm [71mm more]
Width:1735 mm [13mm more]
Height:1466-1476 mm [29mm less]
Wheelbase:2493 mm
Width with mirrors folded:1783 mm
Width including mirrors:1941 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size195/60 R15; 195/55 R16; 205/45 R17; 205/40 R18
Wheel rims size6J x 15; 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 7J x 18
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring, Elastic beam

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