What engine is on Ford Fiesta?
The Ford Fiesta has not used a single engine across its life. Depending on the model year and market, it has sported a range of petrol and diesel powerplants—from small turbocharged three- and four-cylinders to larger naturally aspirated units, plus high-performance turbocharged engines for the Fiesta ST. For a specific car, check the badge, engine code, or vehicle documentation.
Engine options by generation and market
Note: The Fiesta’s engine lineup has evolved over time and varies by region. The following highlights the main choices seen in recent generations in Europe and North America.
- 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol: turbocharged three-cylinder engine, typically delivering around 100–125 PS depending on tuning and trim.
- Older naturally aspirated petrol engines: 1.1–1.6-litre units used in earlier generations, with power figures that varied by market.
- Diesel options: 1.5-litre EcoBlue or older 1.6-litre Duratorq TDCi variants in various markets, generally producing about 75–120 PS.
- Performance variant: Fiesta ST engines using turbocharged EcoBoost powertrains; older generations used a 1.6-litre EcoBoost (about 200 PS in peak-spec models), while newer ST variants use a 1.5-litre EcoBoost three-cylinder tuned to around 200 PS.
Exact engine choices depend on the model year and region. To confirm the engine in a given Fiesta, consult the vehicle’s documentation or check the badge/engine code on the car itself.
Fiesta ST engines
The Fiesta ST is Ford’s hot-hatch variant, distinguished by its turbocharged EcoBoost powerplants. Across generations:
- Fiesta ST Mk7 (approximately 2013–2019): 1.6-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder turbo, producing around 197–200 PS.
- Fiesta ST Mk8 (approximately 2018–present): 1.5-litre EcoBoost three-cylinder turbo, delivering about 200 PS.
Power figures can vary by market and year, including revisions or special editions.
Summary
The Ford Fiesta’s engines reflect a broad, generation-spanning lineup rather than a single powertrain. In recent European models, the dominant petrol option is the 1.0-litre EcoBoost turbo, with diesel variants such as the 1.5-l EcoBlue available in some markets. The high-performance Fiesta ST uses turbocharged EcoBoost engines—historically a 1.6-litre four-cylinder in older builds, and now a 1.5-litre three-cylinder in the latest versions. Always verify the exact engine by consulting the vehicle’s documentation or a VIN-specific specification for a given Fiesta.
