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Ford Fiesta 2014 review

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Ford Fiesta 2014 — front three-quarter view

Overview

A 2014 Fiesta is the facelifted Mk7, the 2008 to 2017 generation with the trapezoidal Aston Martin-style grille, new headlamps with LED daytime running lights and a revised bonnet and bumpers, revealed at the Paris Motor Show in late 2012 and on sale from 2013. It is not the pre-facelift car, and it is not the 2017-generation car that some sources also call Mk7. The sweet spot of the range is the 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec S, because the 125 PS engine was never sold as a plain Zetec, which only got the 100 PS version.

The three-cylinder 1.0 EcoBoost makes 125 PS and 170 Nm, rising to 200 Nm on overboost, and reaches 62 mph in 9.4 seconds. It is punchy for a supermini and frugal too, with 65.7 mpg on the old NEDC test and 99 g/km of CO2, which meant just £20 a year in road tax under the pre-April 2017 rules. Owners typically see mid-40s to low-50s mpg in mixed UK driving, which is still good for a car this quick.

Zetec S adds sports seats and sports suspension, sports pedals, a large rear spoiler and extra kit over the Zetec, on top of Ford SYNC Bluetooth voice control, a Quickclear heated windscreen, seven airbags including a driver knee airbag, ESP with hill-start assist and LED daytime running lights. The 290-litre boot is small and rear legroom is tight for adults, but the Fiesta was the driver choice in its class for handling and steering feel, and it carries a five-star Euro NCAP rating from the 2012 test.

Buy on service history above all else, because the 1.0 EcoBoost uses a wet timing belt that runs in engine oil. As it degrades it can shed debris that clogs the oil-pump pick-up and starves the engine, and failures have been reported well before the 150,000-mile and 10-year interval, so budget for a belt change before 100,000 miles or eight years and demand the correct Ford-spec oil in the history. Check the coolant level and look for pink or white residue around the degas bottle and hoses, because early cars suffer split degas hoses and coolant loss. There is no UK DVSA recall for the wet belt, so a VIN check with a Ford UK dealer is the right move for any outstanding campaigns.

UK price from: £16,145

Specifications

Engine	998cc 3-cylinder turbo petrol
Power	125 PS (123 bhp) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	170 Nm (200 Nm on overboost) @ 1,400-4,500 rpm
0-62 mph	9.4 seconds
Top speed	122 mph
Fuel economy (NEDC combined)	65.7 mpg
CO2 emissions	99 g/km
Gearbox	5-speed manual
Boot space	290 litres (965 litres seats folded)
Kerb weight	1,016 kg
Insurance group	15
Euro NCAP	5 stars (2012 test)
Fuel tank	42 litres
Road tax (VED)	Band A, £20 per year (pre-April 2017 rules)

Features

1.0 EcoBoost 125 PS three-cylinder turbo petrol
Ford SYNC Bluetooth voice control with USB
Quickclear heated windscreen
7 airbags including driver knee airbag
ESP with hill-start assist
LED daytime running lights
60:40 split-folding rear seats

Common parts & prices

Part	Price (GBP)	Notes
Front brake discs and pads (fitted)	£326	RAC Mobile Mechanics average fitted price, Jan-Jun 2026
Clutch kit (3-piece, Blue Print)	£120	Verified catalogue listing, parts only excl. fitting; check fitment by reg
Battery (12V)	£100	Typical UK pattern-part retail estimate, parts only excl. fitting, not catalogue-verified
Wiper blades (front pair)	£20	Typical UK pattern-part retail estimate, parts only excl. fitting, not catalogue-verified
Headlight bulb (H7, each)	£8	Typical UK pattern-part retail estimate, parts only excl. fitting, not catalogue-verified
Oil filter	£12	Typical UK pattern-part retail estimate, parts only excl. fitting, not catalogue-verified

Prices are typical UK aftermarket/OEM guide prices and may vary by supplier.

Pros

Punchy yet frugal, with 123 bhp, 65.7 mpg NEDC and just £20 a year road tax
Best-in-class handling and steering feel for a supermini, the driver choice in its class
Five-star Euro NCAP safety with 91 percent adult occupant protection
Cheap to run and insure for the performance, with insurance group 15 and a 42-litre tank
Huge used choice and cheap parts, as the best-selling car of its era in the UK

Cons

Wet-belt engine is a potential four-figure bill if neglected, so service history is everything
Small boot at 290 litres and tight rear legroom for adults
Cheap-feeling cabin plastics and a fiddly button-heavy centre console
Firm Zetec S sports suspension can feel harsh on poor UK roads, with noticeable motorway road noise

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Ford Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost reliable?

Mostly yes if serviced correctly, but the wet timing belt and coolant system are known weak points. Buy only with full service history using the correct Ford-spec oil, and budget for a belt change before 100,000 miles.

What is the road tax on a 2014 Fiesta 1.0 EcoBoost 125?

£20 per year, VED Band A at 99 g/km CO2, under the pre-April 2017 rules.

Is the 2014 Fiesta ULEZ compliant?

Yes. As a petrol car it meets the ULEZ standard regardless of the Euro 5 or Euro 6 nuance, since petrol Euro 4 and above is compliant.

What is the difference between Zetec and Zetec S?

Zetec is the mid-spec trim with the 100 PS EcoBoost. Zetec S is the sporty version with the 125 PS engine, sports seats and suspension, sports pedals, a bigger spoiler and extra kit.

How economical is the 1.0 EcoBoost 125 in the real world?

Officially 65.7 mpg on the NEDC test, but owners typically see mid-40s to low-50s mpg in mixed UK driving. The NEDC figure is optimistic.

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