| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Sign in or join TrueDelta to post your own "whys" and "why nots."
Ford Fiesta Handling Pros and Cons
| Page 1 of 1 | ||
| Page 1 of 1 | ||
|
Overall great car ruined by one huge flaw 2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons A member in California, United States For a car in its class, the handling is surprisingly quick and tight. The steering is direct and has very little dead zone. There's definitely body roll, but the chassis and capabilities overall are great for a $15,000 econobox. Acceleration is about what you would expect. It has... |
5 comments
|
2016 Scion iA Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh Since the Scion iA was designed and engineered by Mazda, I expected it to handle well. I was not disappointed. Perhaps to adapt the car for Scion, the iA's suspension isn't quite as firm as that of small Mazdas tends to be, and its steering doesn't feel sharp on center.... Comparison vehicle: 2014 Ford Fiesta |
13 comments
|
2014 Ford Fiesta SE EcoBoost Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh The Fiesta's compliant suspension isn't without a cost. The steering and suspension feel a touch squishy, even mildly tippy, on center. Push through the initial squish, though, and both systems firm up nicely, delivering reassuring feedback and control. Hustle the Ford through some curves, and it feels good. The... Comparison vehicle: 2015 Honda Fit |
|
2013 Mini John Cooper Works Clubman Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh This is the first time I've employed a front-wheel-drive car for this trip, for good reason: they're inherently less fun in the mountains. They're nose-heavy, and you can't adjust the attitude of their chassis with the throttle. Unless you resort to extreme tactics, curves won't be enjoyed sideways. For this... Comparison vehicle: 2014 Ford Fiesta |
|
2014 Nissan Versa Note Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh Nissan gifted the Versa Note with a firmer, more tightly damped suspension than the 2012-2013 sedan.* Despite the car's height, roll in hard turns and understeer remain moderate. Body control over uneven pavement is much improved. The steering feels more direct and more naturally weighted than those in most competitors.... Comparison vehicle: 2014 Ford Fiesta |
|
Looking to trade in your vehicle? Get an estimate of how much it's worth.
| |
2 comments
|
2014 Ford Fiesta ST Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh Ford's performance car folks knows how to tune a chassis. They did a fantastic job with the Focus ST, and they've done one again with the Fiesta ST, despite the latter's much less sophisticated rear suspension (a twist beam rather than an independent multi-link setup). The small hatch feels as... Comparison vehicle: 2013 Nissan JUKE |
|
Overall, the best subcompact available right now. Honda Fit is best competition. 2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4917 Excellent handling while still a comfortable ride compared to other inexpensive cars. Very little body lean. Very nimble and "tossable". Electric-assisted steering works extremely well, better than typical hydraulic-assisted power steering. The only exception I found is going over speed bumps, which bring a "clunk" from the rear torsion bar.... |
|
Best choice at the time. 2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member5263 Haven't had so much fun since my 1995 VW GTI. Hill mode works well. |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons A member in Nebraska, United States This was a big factor why I bought the car. Very fun to drive! |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4991 A drivers car.Precise handling in the economy segment in North America has been hard to find. Bravo!! |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member5232 |
|
| |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member5122 It is a very smooth ride. It actually is a fun car to drive. |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4912 Reviewers use "responsive" which is very appropriate. The road feel and stability rival larger models. |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4758 This is an extremely nimble car. It turns on a dime, and the steering wheel feels solid in my hand. |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4873 This is the best handling car I have EVER owned. It loves to corner and when paired with GOOD tires, it is absolutely phenomenal! |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4745 Holds the road well in corners, feedback from the road is good without feeling overly harsh. |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4744 |
|
2011 Ford Fiesta Pros and Cons Member4389 Easily the best cornering car I have had in a long time. I found myself taking roads with more corners because I knew it would be fun to whip the fiesta around them. |
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.
