2017 Ford fiesta problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford fiesta get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Ford fiesta at about 31 mpg combined (28 city / 37 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Ford fiesta worth?

Comparable 2017 Ford fiesta listings run roughly $8,442–$15,455, typically around $11,038 (from 10 vehicles).

2017 Ford fiesta at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints72

Combined31 mpg

Typical price$11,038

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2017 Ford fiesta recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2017 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.

2017 Ford fiesta common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 72 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.

Power Train

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

Engine And Engine Cooling

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

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

Gasoline

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2017 Ford fiesta MPG & running costs

Combined31 mpg

City28 mpg

Highway37 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$1,975

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

What's a 2017 Ford fiesta worth?

Low

$8,442

Typical price

$11,038

High

$15,455

From 10 comparable 2017 Ford fiesta listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Ford fiesta costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,875

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,850

Total$12,725

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 ($11,038) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,172), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.