2013 Ford Fiesta vs. Its Competition
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The subcompact segment has seen new life over the past several model years, as new models like the Fiesta have been introduced to the U.S.
The Honda Fit is the reigning top performer in this class, with excellent handling, good safety, and a responsive, nimble driving feel.
The Fiesta beats the Honda for cohesive style and design, inside and out, but the Fit has lots more interior space and versatility.
The Nissan Versa was redesigned last year, but it's become more of a traditional economy car.
The Hyundai Accent is another great option, with a comfortable ride and very efficient direct-injection engine; the Kia Rio is closely related to it and will offer start-stop for the first time in 2013.
The Toyota Yaris is another interesting alternative, and while its stylish exterior might pull you in, ir's just not that engaging to drive.
Perhaps the surprise of this segment this past model year has been the Chevrolet Sonic; it's one of the best subcompacts for handling, styling, and safety, even though it's not the most spacious or versatile.
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Small cars don't need to be bland--the 2013 Ford Fiesta proves that with a saucy look and pert handling. | The 2013 Chevrolet Sonic swaps econobox blues for sporty driving feel as well as safety, refinement, and comfort. | If you're not turned off by the utilitarian look of the 2013 Honda Fit, you'll like what you get, which is awesome practicality and space-efficiency, plus some driving verve. | The 2013 Hyundai Accent is one of the best-equipped small cars, and it gets very good gas mileage, but it's not quite as exciting to drive as it looks. | The 2013 Nissan Versa is at its best up against used cars: If you can overlook some cheap-feeling details, it's a reasonably comfortable, well-equipped new car, for used-car money. | Packed with value, the 2013 Scion xd isn't quite as much fun to drive as it looks. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $13,200 | $14,185 | $15,425 | $14,545 | $11,990 | $15,745 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 29 MPG City / 39 MPG Hwy | 25 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy | 28 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy | 26 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Subcompact | Subcompact Cars | Small Station Wagon | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Subcompact Cars |
| Style Name | |||||
| 4dr Sedan S | 4dr Sedan Manual LS | 5dr HB Man | 4dr Sedan Man GLS | 4dr Sedan Manual 1.6 S | 5dr HB Man (Natl) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| 4 | 4 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Sedan | Sedan | Hatchback | Sedan | Sedan | Wagon |
| Transmission | |||||
| Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
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