Ford Fiesta 1989
  • Economy

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Some parts from main dealer only, but mostly Halfords stock

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Understeers easily; brakes quite crisp

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Goes well from standing but lacks top end push

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average; easy and cheap to put right

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    1.6 models are quite rare

    Comfort

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Ride is firm but forgiving; interior good

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Central locking and immobiliser, but no alarm

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Split coolant piping; auto choke is temperamental

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes