The current Ford Fiesta is 160.2″ long, 67.7″ wide, on a 98″ wheelbase, weighing 2,679 lb. Since 1978 it has grown 8% in length and gained 0% in weight. At 13.4 feet it fits a standard garage and fits a street parking space.
Every Ford Fiesta generation, measured
One row per generation. Watch the weight column — that is where most of the change happens for the Ford Fiesta, 0 lb of it since 1978, and it is the number that decides fuel use, tyre wear and how far the car takes to stop.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | 148″ | 61″ | 53.9″ | 94.1″ | — |
| 1979–1980 | 148″ | 61″ | 53.9″ | 90.2″ | — |
| 2011–2013 | 166.9″ | 67.7″ | 57.9″ | 98″ | 2,557 lb |
| 2014–2019 | 160.2″ | 67.7″ | 58.3″ | 98″ | 2,679 lb |
From 1978 to today the Fiesta gained 12.2″ of length (8%) and 0 lb of weight (0%). A modern compact often outweighs the mid-size car of a generation before.
Fiesta year by year
Measured every model year, not just at generation changes — 12 years on record for the Ford Fiesta. Small moves inside a generation are facelifts; the jumps are the 4 new platforms below.
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2018 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2017 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2016 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2015 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2014 | 164.6″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 3 | |
| 2013 | 166.9″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 2 | |
| 2012 | 166.9″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 2 | |
| 2011 | 166.9″ | 67.7″ | 98″ | 2 | |
| 1980 | 148″ | 61″ | 90.2″ | 1 | |
| 1979 | 148″ | 61″ | 90.2″ | 1 | |
| 1978 | 148″ | 61″ | 94.1″ | 1 |
Will a Fiesta fit
The practical question behind every dimensions search, and for a 13.4-foot Ford Fiesta it has a straight answer. A single-car garage in the US is typically 20 feet deep and a street parking space about 18, so the Fiesta clears the garage by 5.6 ft. We allow a foot of clearance in both — nobody parks to the millimetre.
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 13.4 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 13.4 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 5.6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Compared with 291 vehicles within ten inches of the same length — a fair proxy for «cars of this size», regardless of what the marketing calls them.
| Measure | This car | Typical car of this length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 67.7″ | 67.3″ | +0.4″ |
| Wheelbase | 98″ | 97.2″ | +0.8″ |
| Curb weight | 2,679 lb | 2,646 lb | 33 lb |
A longer wheelbase for the same overall length means shorter overhangs — usually more cabin space and a steadier ride. At 2,679 lb the Ford Fiesta is right on the class average, which generally shows up as fuel economy and stopping distance.
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How we measure
Dimensions come from NHTSA vPIC and Transport Canada vehicle records — manufacturer-declared figures, held in metric and converted to inches and pounds for display, 12 measured model years for the Ford Fiesta between 1978 and 2019.
One row per generation, not per model year: manufacturers rarely change the body between facelifts, and the Ford Fiesta fits into 4 rows instead of 12. Where a generation offered several body styles, the figures are the base measurements for that generation of the Ford Fiesta.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a Ford Fiesta?
160.2″ (13′ 4″) in its current generation, 67.7″ wide and 58.3″ tall.
How much does a Ford Fiesta weigh?
2,679 lb at the kerb.
Will a Fiesta fit in a garage?
At 13.4 feet it fits a standard 20-foot single garage with room to spare. A street parking space of 18 feet is comfortable.
Has the Fiesta got bigger over the years?
Yes — 12.2″ longer and 0 lb heavier since 1978, across 4 generations. Weight grew 0%, far faster than length.
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