1989-1996 Fiesta OverviewFord Fiesta Overview (1989 - 1996)
Mk3
Tech Specs Summary
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- 89 - 127 mph
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- 8.2 - 18.1 seconds
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- 49 - 131 BHP
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- 32.8 - 53.3 mpg
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- 785 - 990 kg
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- 250 - 625 L
This generation of the Ford Fiesta (Mk3) was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1989 - 1996. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback and came with either 3 or 5 doors. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 49 BHP 1.1 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 131 BHP 1.6 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Fiesta is the Ford Fiesta RS Turbo which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 131 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 142 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 127 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Fiesta 1.4 CLX, S is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 646 miles and can store 250-625 litres of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 450 kg and a braked towing capacity of 900 kg.