How much can you fit in a Ford Fiesta?
The Ford Fiesta's cargo space is modest compared with larger hatchbacks, but it can handle a surprising amount for a compact car. In short, you’ll have about 12.8 cubic feet (361 liters) behind the rear seats with them up, and roughly 25 cubic feet (around 700 liters) when the rear seats are folded—though exact numbers vary by market, year, and body style.
Packing space varies by the market and the Fiesta’s body configuration. The figures below reflect typical configurations for the common 5-door hatch in North American and European markets, distinguishing between seating arrangements and noting that older or 3-door variants may differ slightly.
Cargo capacity by seating position
If you’re keeping the rear seats up, here is the expected cargo volume you can rely on.
- United States/Canada (5-door hatch): 12.8 cubic feet (361 liters) behind the rear seats.
- Europe (5-door hatch): 292 liters behind the rear seats.
- Note: 3-door variants and older model years may show small variations around these values.
With the rear seats folded, the Fiesta opens up considerably for larger loads.
Cargo capacity with rear seats folded
If you fold the rear seats flat, you gain significantly more space for longer or bulkier items.
- United States/Canada (5-door hatch): about 25.4 cubic feet (approximately 719 liters) with rear seats folded.
- Europe (5-door hatch): up to about 959 liters (roughly 34 cubic feet) with rear seats folded.
- Note: There can be slight differences depending on split-fold configurations and trim level.
In practical terms, folding the rear seats turns the Fiesta into a much more capable small-haul vehicle, suitable for multiple suitcases, bags of groceries, or larger boxes for moves or shopping trips.
Practical packing tips and scenarios
To maximize usable space in everyday use, consider these packing strategies.
- Remove rear headrests to gain a few extra inches of vertical room for longer items.
- Use the 60/40 split-fold in the rear to accommodate long items while still carrying passengers.
- Pack soft-sided bags rather than rigid ones to better fill irregular spaces.
- If you’re carrying bulky items regularly, a roof rack can add substantial extra volume without sacrificing interior space.
With thoughtful packing, the Fiesta’s cargo area can handle weekend bags, groceries, or even small furniture components when seats are folded, though any exceptionally large load will require alternate transport or roof-mounted options.
Regional notes
United States and Canada
The Fiesta was discontinued in US and Canadian markets after the 2019 model year, so current buyers in those regions typically look at used examples. Among those, the 5-door hatch configuration remains the most common, with cargo specs around 12.8 cubic feet behind seats and about 25.4 cubic feet with seats folded for applicable years.
Europe and other markets
In Europe and other regions where the Fiesta remains active, the five-door hatch is the standard body style, and official figures list about 292 liters behind the rear seats and up to roughly 959 liters with the rear seats folded, depending on the exact split and trim.
Summary
The Ford Fiesta offers practical, compact cargo space that suits everyday needs and weekend trips. Expect roughly 12.8 cu ft behind the rear seats with them up and around 25 cu ft when they’re folded in the US/Canada, while European specs push toward about 292 liters behind and up to about 959 liters with seats down. For the best use of space, plan around folding the rear seats and, if needed, consider roof-mounted options for larger loads. Always check the exact figures for your model year and market to confirm precise capacity.
