Ford Fiesta Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2019 Ford Fiesta as a Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2019):
The Ford Fiesta is classified by the EPA as a Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars.
Ford Fiesta Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2019 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2019 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Compact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2018 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2018 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Compact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2017 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2017 | Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 35 |
| 2017 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2017 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Compact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2016 | Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2016 | Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 35 |
| 2016 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2016 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Compact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2015 | Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 35 |
| 2015 | Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Subcompact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2015 | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Compact Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Ford Fiesta Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Ford Fiesta?
The EPA classifies the Ford Fiesta as a Subcompact Cars / Compact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Ford Fiesta considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Subcompact Cars, Compact Cars), the Ford Fiesta is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.