First generation
The first generation Fiesta was produced from 1976 to 1983 years with engines of 957 cm³ (40 hp) and 1117 cm³ (53 hp), located across the front compartment. The body was made in the form of a hatchback with 3 doors. Trims in Europe are Base, Popular, L, GL (and since 1978 - Ghia and S). Trims in the USA are Base, Decor, Sport and Ghia. All trim levels in the USA were supplied with a more powerful engine with a volume of 1596 cm³. In 1981 Escort replaced the Fiesta in the US market.
A minor restyling was in 1981. The bumper was enlarged to meet traffic regulations and other minor improvements were made to maintain attention before the release of the second generation.
Second generation
The second generation Fiesta came out in the middle 1983 years and was produced until 1989 years. During this period, about 2 million units were produced. Automatic transmission appeared in 1985 on some trim levels. The engines remained the same as in the first generation with minor changes. For the first time, a 1600 cm³ diesel engine appeared, adapted from the Escort, and in 1986, a 1400 cm³ injector appeared.
The appearance of the car has become more dynamic. The dashboard has become different in simple and more expensive trim levels.
Third generation
The third generation was introduced in late 1988 under the code name BE-13. This generation was produced from February 1989 to 1997 years. The car is based on a new platform, and, most importantly, a 5-door hatchback model appeared. The rear suspension became semi-independent, a four-channel ABS system, a traction control system and emergency braking appeared. The volume of the diesel engine was increased to 1800 cm³.
Since 1995, the car was sold simultaneously with the fourth generation. To distinguish the cars, the trim of the car was revised and introduced to the market as Fiesta Classic. This version was produced until 1997.
Fourth generation
The new fourth generation Fiestas (codenamed BE91) were produced with 1995 to 1999 years. The chassis of the car remained the same as the previous generation, but most components were improved, including a new suspension, which made the car one of the best in its class. The interior also underwent significant changes, more expensive materials began to be used. The body options remained the same - 3- and 5-door hatchback.
New engines with a capacity of 1250 cm³ (75 hp) and 1400 cm³ (90 hp) were installed under the name Zetec-SE. The diesel engine was also slightly updated - it was called Endura DE, and the capacity remained the same - 1800 cm³ (60 hp).
Fourth generation (restyling)
This generation of Fiesta was produced from 1999 to 2002 years. These were mainly external changes aimed at a new look for cars - New Edge. A new, more powerful 16-valve Zetec engine with a volume of 1600 cm³ (103 hp) was added. The environmentally friendly E-Diesel in 2001 and the new Lynx 1.8 TDDi diesel. New options such as side airbags and leather interior trim appeared.
Fifth generation
WITH 2002 to 2008 years, cars of the fifth generation were produced. This car was presented on April 1, 2002:) Most of the engines were transferred from the fourth generation and renamed Duratec. The line of gasoline engines began to include the following volumes - 1250, 1300, 1400, 1600 and 2000 cm³. Diesel engines became two types - 8-valve 1400 cm³ and 16-valve Duratorq TDCi with a volume of 1600 cm³.
The trim and equipment lineup is as follows: Finesse, LX, Zetec and Ghia. ABS and passenger airbags are also now available in the basic configuration. The body styles are available as in the previous generation - 3- and 5-door hatchback. The wheelbase has been slightly increased, which has made the interior more spacious. The exterior is very different from the fourth generation.
In 2006, a restyling was carried out. These were mainly cosmetic changes - front and rear lights, bumpers, side moldings, rear-view mirrors, and a bright color palette was introduced. Inside, the dashboard was changed, the trim was made soft to the touch. New technologies were used, such as electrically folding mirrors, automatic windshield wipers, an on-board computer, Bluetooth with voice control, an MP3 player and electronic stability control.
Sixth generation
The sixth generation Fiesta was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2007 as the Ford Verve. It is produced from 2008 years to the present. This model is based on the new Ford B3 platform for B-class cars. The body types are as follows - 3- and 5-door hatchback, 4-door sedan and 3-door van.
The engine range has been greatly expanded. Petrol engines - 1000 cm³ Ecoboost I3; 1200 cm³, 1400 cm³, 1500 cm³, 1600 cm³ Sigma I4; 1600 cm³ Ecoboost I4. Diesel - 1400 cm³ and 1600 cm³ DLD-416 I4. Transmissions are also presented in a wide range - 4-speed automatic, 5- and 6-speed manual, 6-speed PowerShift automatic.
The Fiesta is equipped with Ford's Convers+ menu system, the same as the one on Mondeo, C-MAX and Galaxy, and is complemented by steering wheel control buttons. Also, a keyless entry system and push-button engine start, a USB port for connecting music players.
Seventh generation
In November 2016, it was presented Fiesta 7, and in 2017, production of this model began. Externally, the car has not changed very much, it looks more like a deep restyling. The interior has become more refined, the quality of finishing materials has improved, the amount of interior equipment has increased. Due to falling demand, the car will not be sold in America. In South America, they began to produce and sell the updated sixth generation.
The body shape is made in the form of a three- and five-door hatchback. The body length is 4048 mm, width 1735 mm, height 1490 mm, wheelbase 2493 mm and curb weight of 1179 kg. A total of six trim levels were produced - Essential, Trend, ST-Line, Titanium, Vignale and Active. In September 2021, a restyled version was presented. The radiator grille became larger, the logo moved to its center, a 12.3-inch digital screen appeared on the dashboard, and the production of diesel versions was discontinued.
Petrol engines were installed only three-cylinder with a volume of 1.0 liter (998 cm³, Ecoboost, turbocharging, 85/100/125 hp), 1.1 liter (1084 cm³, 70/85 hp) and 1.5 liter (1497 cm³, Ecoboost, turbocharging, 200 hp). Also at first there was a diesel model with a four-cylinder engine with a volume of 1.5 liters (1499 cm³, DLD-415, 85/120 hp). The gearbox was five- and six-speed manual, six-speed automatic or seven-speed robotic. Hybrid versions appeared in 2021.