2016 Ford Fiesta problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford Fiesta get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Ford Fiesta at about 31 mpg combined (28 city / 36 highway).

Q: How much is a 2016 Ford Fiesta worth?

Comparable 2016 Ford Fiesta listings run roughly $6,950–$12,999, typically around $9,592 (from 26 vehicles).

2016 Ford Fiesta at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints178

Combined31 mpg

Typical price$9,592

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2016 Ford Fiesta recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Ford Fiesta.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Ford Fiesta common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 178 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2016 Ford Fiesta MPG & running costs

Combined31 mpg

City28 mpg

Highway36 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,988

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Ford Fiesta worth?

Low

$6,950

Typical price

$9,592

High

$12,999

From 26 comparable 2016 Ford Fiesta listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Ford Fiesta costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,940

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,750

Total$12,690

Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,592) with the same model 5 model-years older ($6,860), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.