A Guide on Ford Fiesta mpg, CO2s & Performance

Last month I produced and published a guide on small car fuel consumption, emissions and performance - all on one page.

I've now copied the relevant cells on my Ford Fiesta Car Comparisons page for all the Fiesta petrol and diesel engine options. I hope it proves useful.

Fuel consumption seems to be the most important consideration to a lot of car buyers. I can understand why, given the price we pay for petrol in the UK.

However, when you compare cars in the same class there's not a huge difference in fuel consumption and the cost per 12,000 miles.

Personally I'd give equal thought to versatility, safety, comfort and performance.

I also struggle to understand the advantage of diesel engines in small cars. Opting for diesel over petrol means you could pay £1,000.00 more for the car brand-new. The difference in fuel costs per 12,000 miles is generally £100. It would take a lot of years and miles to pay-back the price premium with fuel cost savings.

I know diesels have lower CO2 emissions but this is balanced by them emitting particles which are not town friendly.

Food for thought.

Regards
Ralph