Ford Fiesta (99-02) - Review Review by Parkers on 01 Jan 1999 Last Updated: 25 Mar 2013 3 The Fiesta Mk 5 from 1999-2002 was a thorough updating of the model that was launched in 1995. The feline-look lights, sculpted bonnet and new grille were the visual cues to the change, while Ford beefed-up the range with a sporty 1. Latest Ford Fiesta review Summary Driving & Performance Equipment Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Owners' Reviews Also Consider Facts & Figures Company Car Info Gallery Decent handling, smooth ride, good security kit Cramped rear seats, poor luggage space New price range: £6,995 - £11,980 Used price range: £316 - £1,140 View all used prices Summary Parkers Rating: 3 out of 5 The Fiesta Mk 5 from 1999-2002 was a thorough updating of the model that was launched in 1995. The feline-look lights, sculpted bonnet and new grille were the visual cues to the change, while Ford beefed-up the range with a sporty 1.6 petrol engine and sprightly 1.8 TDi diesels. But only a complete redesign could cure some of the old car's inherent shortcomings, so this Fiesta still had cramped rear accommodation and below average luggage space, despite better interior packaging and fresher looks. Parkers Ratings Overall 3 out of 5 Performance 3 out of 5 Handling 3 out of 5 Comfort 2.5 out of 5 Practicality 2 out of 5 Behind the wheel 2 out of 5 Safety 3 out of 5 Reliability 4 out of 5 Running costs 4 out of 5 Green credentials not rated yet Buying used 4 out of 5 Selling 4 out of 5 Equipment 2.5 out of 5 What owners say... “ It's compact, it's easy to drive and it doesn't cost too much in petrol, but it's big enough to have made tens of trips moving from house to house whilst at uni with all my stuff in it! ” 5 out of 5 Luke Purcell , 29 Apr 2013 ... read more “ Small and nippy! The boot isn't too bad either. With the seats folded down managed to get a new set of wheels and tyres in the back no problem. ” 5 out of 5 Grant Davidson , 26 Apr 2013 ... read more “ The miles per gallon is very good and the car is light so is cheap to run. ” 4 out of 5 Kevin Harvey , 28 Mar 2013 ... read more See all Owners' Reviews Read the full facts and figures about this car Compare this car to other cars Next steps Get your Ford Fiesta (99-02) information pack for only £1.99View 56 used Ford Fiesta Hatchbacks for sale Get an Insurance QuoteRead 143 owners' reviews Tweet Other Ford reviews Continue to: Driving & Performance
“ It's compact, it's easy to drive and it doesn't cost too much in petrol, but it's big enough to have made tens of trips moving from house to house whilst at uni with all my stuff in it! ” 5 out of 5 Luke Purcell , 29 Apr 2013 ... read more
“ Small and nippy! The boot isn't too bad either. With the seats folded down managed to get a new set of wheels and tyres in the back no problem. ” 5 out of 5 Grant Davidson , 26 Apr 2013 ... read more
“ The miles per gallon is very good and the car is light so is cheap to run. ” 4 out of 5 Kevin Harvey , 28 Mar 2013 ... read more