Ford Fiesta SFE FWD

20122017 · 7 configurations

Lowest
31
Average
34
Best
35

The Ford Fiesta SFE FWD has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2017. Over this period, the Fiesta SFE FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 31 MPG to 35 MPG, with an overall average of 34 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2017
35
2016
35
2015
35
2014
35
2013
32
2012
32

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Fiesta SFE FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Fiesta SFE FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Fiesta grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
546
Total Deaths
375

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.1%
Fire Occurrence
1.6%
Speeding Involved
13.9%
DUI Involved
15.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

74%
Front
14%
Side
12%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2022
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2021
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
44
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2019
Fatal Crashes83
Fatalities
68
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2018
Fatal Crashes77
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2017
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.65

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2015
1
2014
5
2012
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory