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Used Ford Fiesta VII: the buying guide

City car · 2017–2023 · Petrol, Diesel

✓ 30 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Buy with care
Reliability
3.5/5
Estimated monthly cost
€345/month
Indicative prices
€8,000 – €15,000

2 known faults

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Ford Fiesta VII, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Buy with care

Supermini rated 5 Euro NCAP stars in 2017, with a 292 L boot. The weak point is the 1.0 EcoBoost, the most common engine: its belt, which runs in oil (timing or oil pump belt depending on the version), can degrade and clog the oil pickup, and its cooling circuit is prone to leaks. A 1.0 EcoBoost should only be bought with a complete service history.

Reliability
3.5/5
Indicative prices
€8,000 – €15,000
Monthly cost
€345
Euro NCAP
5/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: 1.1 85, 1.0 EcoBoost 100.

  • 1.1 85

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Manual · 85 hp · 4.7 L/100 km · 107 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 1

    Naturally aspirated three-cylinder of 1,100 cc with 110 Nm, no turbo, 5-speed manual gearbox. Not very powerful, but simple.

  • 1.0 EcoBoost 100

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Manual · 100 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Turbo three-cylinder with 170 Nm and a wet belt (see faults). Buy with service invoices.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost (Fox)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.0 EcoBoost 125

    Petrol · Manual · 125 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Turbo three-cylinder, 0 to 100 km/h in 9.9 s. Same wet belt layout as the 100 hp.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost (Fox)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.0 EcoBoost 140

    Petrol · Manual · 140 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Most powerful 1.0 EcoBoost before mild hybridisation, 0 to 100 km/h in 9.7 s.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost (Fox)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125

    Petrol · Manual · 125 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Mild hybrid (mHEV) introduced with the 2020 update, manual gearbox.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid (mHEV 48 V)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first

  • 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125 Powershift

    Petrol · Automatic · 125 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Same mild hybrid engine with the 7-speed Powershift dual-clutch automatic gearbox.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid (mHEV 48 V)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first

  • 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 155

    Petrol · Manual · 155 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Most powerful mild hybrid, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid (mHEV 48 V)

    Verdict on this engine: Good choice, check first

  • 1.5 TDCi 85

    Diesel · Manual · 85 hp · Crit'Air 2

    Four-cylinder diesel with 215 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox.

  • 1.5 TDCi 120

    Diesel · Manual · 120 hp · Crit'Air 2

    Diesel with 270 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox. The most powerful diesel in the range at its 2017 launch.

  • ST 200

    Petrol · Manual · 200 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Fiesta ST: 1.5 EcoBoost three-cylinder turbo of 1,497 cc and 290 Nm, 6-speed manual gearbox, 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 s.

Market prices

€8,000 – €15,000

Indicative range: 2017 to 2023, yearly medians of 415 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Wet belt of the 1.0 EcoBoost

Severity 3/3 · Serious

On the 1.0 EcoBoost, a belt (timing or oil pump belt depending on the version) runs in oil. As it degrades, it can release debris that clogs the oil pump pickup and causes oil pressure to drop, risking engine failure. An owner of a 2018 Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost reports a belt that slipped and clogged the pickup at 140,000 km. Reliability guides advise requiring the invoices for servicing and belt replacement, and checking the oil level often.

Versions
1.0 EcoBoost 100, 1.0 EcoBoost 125, 1.0 EcoBoost 140, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125 Powershift, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 155
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Cooling circuit leaks on the 1.0 EcoBoost

Severity 2/3 · Costly

The 1.0 EcoBoost is prone to coolant leaks: a fragile hose, a cracked water housing or expansion tank. The circuit can empty fairly quickly without warning, and the resulting overheating can damage the cylinder head and head gasket. A falling coolant level is the sign to watch for.

Versions
1.0 EcoBoost 100, 1.0 EcoBoost 125, 1.0 EcoBoost 140, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 125 Powershift, 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 155
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Ford Fiesta”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€116
Insurance€101
Maintenance€28
Depreciation€100
Total per month€345

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€116

1.1 85 version: combined consumption of 4.7 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

4.7 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €116

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€101

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€28

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€100

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • On a 1.0 EcoBoost: require the book and service invoices, in particular the date and mileage of the last wet belt replacement.
  • Cold engine: check the oil level and condition, as well as the level in the expansion tank.
  • Look for signs of coolant leaks around the expansion tank, hoses and radiator.
  • During the test drive, watch the temperature gauge and make sure no oil pressure warning light appears.
  • Have a Ford dealership check, using the serial number, that all recalls have been carried out.

Questions to ask the seller

  • When and at what mileage was the wet belt replaced? Do you have the invoice?
  • At what interval were the oil changes carried out, and with which oil?
  • Have you had to top up coolant or repair a leak?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

Alternatives

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Renault Clio

V · since 2019

Good choice
Price
€10,994 – €14,990
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid

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Peugeot 208

II · since 2019

Buy with care
Price
€8,900 – €18,000
Reliability
3/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

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Volkswagen Polo

VI · since 2017

Good choice, check first
Price
€10,000 – €20,300
Reliability
4.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0

Toyota Yaris

IV · since 2020

Excellent choice
Price
€15,900 – €22,000
Reliability
5/5
Fuel types
Hybrid

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Ford Fiesta VII (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

What Euro NCAP rating does the Ford Fiesta VII have?

5 stars in 2017, with 87% for adult protection, 84% for children, 64% for pedestrians and 60% for safety assist. Autonomous emergency braking was only optional.

Should I avoid the 1.0 EcoBoost on a used Fiesta?

Not necessarily, but its belt running in oil (timing or oil pump belt depending on the version) is its weak point: as it degrades, it can clog the oil pickup and destroy the engine. A complete service history and a belt invoice are essential.

What is the boot capacity of the Fiesta VII?

292 litres, for 5 seats.

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