Ford Fiesta

The 2013 Ford Fiesta ranks 1 out of 41 Affordable Small Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 31 published reviews and test drives of the Ford Fiesta, and our analysis of reliability and safety data. If you want good driving dynamics, high-tech interior features and good gas mileage, there are few small cars that top the 2013 Ford Fiesta. According to car reviewers, the 2013 Ford Fiesta offers nearly everything a subcompact car shopper could want. It has great fuel economy ratings, a smooth manual transmission that spices up performance, comfortable front seats and a voice-activated infotainment system called Ford Sync. The 2013 Fiesta does have faults, but they’re the same issues test drivers have with most cars in this class. Some reviewers wish the Fiesta had more passing power, more rear-seat space and a larger cargo area in the hatchback. Despite these demerits, reviewers remain fond of the 2013 Ford Fiesta because it’s one of the most well-rounded small cars on the market. Test drivers say the 2013 Ford Fiesta is pretty impressive on the road. Its smooth manual transmission and good engine power give it engaging performance for an affordable small car, and it is also practical thanks to its high fuel economy rating. For the most part, reviewers think the 2013 Ford Fiesta is an attractive small car, and of its two body styles, they prefer the Fiesta hatchback’s European root. There isn’t much reviewers dislike about the 2013 Ford Fiesta’s interior. They say it’s made with quality materials, offers the Ford Sync infotainment system and has comfortable front seats. But like many small cars, the 2013 Fiesta doesn’t have an abundance of rear-seat room or cargo space. Only the federal government has tested the 2013 Ford Fiesta so far, which does well in its safety tests. The 2013 Ford Fiesta has a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, which is normal for the class.