Ford Fiesta car lease deals

Performance and features

Notable styling upgrades for the latest generation include black wheel arches and roof rails, while optional body kits enhance the sporty profile and personalise the driver-oriented interior. Safety is paramount for Ford and it shows - all Fiestas come kitted out with seven airbags, lane-keeping assistance technology and MyKey system, which can be used to adjust the top speed, cement the stability control system and mute the sound system. An engine immobiliser and alarm are also standard across the range.

The Fiesta is known for its comfortable handling, with the option to benefit from a stiffer sports suspension with the sportier ST-Line trim or a softer ride with the Active model. There’s a six-speed manual gearbox fitted to most models in the range, which kicks off with the entry-level 1.1-litre petrol engine with 84bhp. Drivers can also choose from turbocharged Ecoboost engines, which include 99bhp and 123bhp versions, that take the Fiesta from 0-62mph in 10 seconds. For those who prefer diesel, there’s the 1.5-litre TDCi with 120bhp.

Interior technology

Ford have made the Fiesta’s interior one that you won’t want to get out of, with adjustable lumbar support, automatic climate control and a heated windscreen on higher-spec models. Even on entry-level models there’s an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an ultra-responsive screen and intuitive menus. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard, while springing for a higher trim also adds sat nav and an upgraded sound system. For safety-conscious drivers, there are rear parking sensors and a rear-view camera standard on Vignale and Active X trims.