What mods can you do to a Ford Fiesta?
As the owner of Kevin's Autos, I understand that many car enthusiasts are always looking for ways to enhance their vehicles. The Ford Fiesta, known for its compact size and agility, is a popular choice for modifications. Whether you're aiming for improved performance, aesthetics, or both, there are numerous modifications you can consider. In this article, we'll explore some of the most effective and popular mods for your Ford Fiesta.
Performance Enhancements
Boosting your Fiesta's performance can significantly enhance your driving experience. Here are some popular performance mods:
- Cold Air Intake: Installing a cold air intake can improve airflow to the engine, resulting in better combustion and increased horsepower.
- Performance Exhaust System: Upgrading to a performance exhaust system can reduce back pressure and improve exhaust flow, leading to a more aggressive sound and enhanced power.
- Tuning: A custom ECU tune can optimize your engine's performance parameters, allowing for better throttle response and increased power output.
- Suspension Upgrades: Upgrading to performance shocks and springs can improve handling and stability, making your Fiesta more fun to drive.
Aesthetic Modifications
Enhancing the visual appeal of your Ford Fiesta can make it stand out on the road. Consider these aesthetic mods:
- Custom Wheels: Upgrading to stylish alloy wheels can dramatically change the look of your Fiesta and improve handling.
- Body Kits: Adding a body kit can give your Fiesta a sportier appearance and improve aerodynamics.
- Vinyl Wraps: A vinyl wrap allows you to change the color of your car without a permanent paint job, offering a unique and customizable look.
- LED Lighting: Installing LED headlights or underglow lights can enhance visibility and add a modern touch to your vehicle.
Interior Upgrades
Don't forget about the interior! Upgrading your Fiesta's interior can enhance comfort and style:
- Aftermarket Stereo System: Upgrading to a high-quality stereo system can significantly improve your audio experience.
- Custom Seat Covers: Adding custom seat covers can protect your seats while giving your interior a fresh look.
- Floor Mats: High-quality floor mats can protect your car's flooring and add a touch of style.
Conclusion
Modifying your Ford Fiesta can be a rewarding experience, allowing you to tailor the vehicle to your personal preferences and driving style. Whether you focus on performance, aesthetics, or interior comfort, there are countless options available to make your Fiesta truly yours. At Kevin's Autos, we are here to help you with any modifications you may want to undertake, ensuring that your car not only looks great but performs at its best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I put Carplay in my Ford Fiesta?
The Ford Fiesta MK7 Android/Apple Car Play Display is specially designed to fit Ford Fiesta MK7 models. It features a large, clear display that will replace your original radio, and is also compatible with a reverse camera.
What mods can I do to my Fiesta?
Well, we think we have the answers.
- Alloy wheels. Let's start with perhaps the most popular exterior modification for most Fiestas to hit the streets since the late 1970s: alloy wheels.
- Stainless steel exhausts.
- Lowering springs.
- Subwoofers.
- Alloy intercoolers.
- Port mapping.
- Quick shifters.
- Air filter upgrades.
What mods can I do to my engine?
Consider Total Performance
- Power adder: this is the big daddy.
- A computer chip upgrade or ECU reflash: Your engine control unit (ECU) dictates spark timing, fuel/air mixture and other engine performance parameters.
- Strut tower braces: Your handling will improve noticeably when you install a front strut tower brace.
How do I make my Ford Fiesta faster?
Getting a good quality air filter or intake system can not only feed more air into the engine, increasing performance but it makes it sound much better too! K&N replacement panel filters are a great starting point which cost very little and are a doddle to fit yourself.
Is Ford Fiesta Turbocharged?
The Fiesta Rallycross Supercars version is a racecar with a 2.0 L Duratec turbocharged four-cylinder engine, running on petrol or E85 (85% ethanol/15% petrol). It produces over 550 bhp (410 kW; 560 PS) and 820 N⋅m (600 lb⋅ft). That propels the 2,600 lb (1,200 kg) rallycross-prepped Fiesta up to sixty in 2.2 seconds.
Are Ford Fiestas quick?
Ford stuck with the ST badge for its hot Fiesta and the version that arrived in 2013 packed a proper punch thanks to a turbocharged EcoBoost engine. Offering 180bhp as standard, up to 197bhp was available with 15 seconds of over-boost which meant nigh-on 140mph and 0-62mph in just 6.9 seconds.
How can I modify my car to go faster?
10 tips for increasing 0-60 speeds for your vehicle:
- Reduce any and all non-essential weight from the vehicle (spare tires, jack, tools, racks, rails, rear seating, door panels).
- Open up the exhaust.
- Add a supercharger.
- Stiffer suspension and bushings.
- Change your tires to a stickier compound.
Can you tune a Ford Fiesta?
With the new chip tuning from DTE, you can increase the performance of your Ford Fiesta enormously. With the PowerControl chip tuning and the innovative PedalBox, every car journey will be a pleasant experience.
Do Ford Fiestas handle well?
It matches super-pointy steering with strong grip, a playful balance and impressive agility, and there's pretty much the perfect amount of power for a car of this size – as important for romping up straights as it is for pulling the nose straight after an enthusiastically taken turn.
Why are Ford getting rid of the Fiesta?
There are a few reasons for the decision of the Ford Fiesta being axed. The first is that Ford is currently focusing its efforts on electrification. The company has invested $11 billion (just over £9.5 billion) into electric vehicles in 2022 and is expecting them to make up 40% of its global sales by 2030.
