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What is the Ford Fiesta SE’s top speed?

I’m buying my daughter a used car for her birthday. I want to make sure the car I get her is safe and slow, so she won’t feel inclined toward any risky behavior. What’s the top speed on a Ford Fiesta SE?

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Pat Roache · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Keeping a
first-time driver
in check can be a stressful task, but it helps when the car they drive is working in your favor! The
Ford Fiesta SE
has a top speed of only 112 mph. This applies to almost all model years except for 2017, which saw a slight increase to 114 mph.
Here are some other important specs and details to consider for this not-so-zippy sedan:
  • 0-to-60 mph acceleration time of 9.1 to 10 seconds depending on the model year
  • Offered with 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission
  • Certain model years offered with a turbocharged three-cylinder engine
  • A 4-star safety rating (out of 5 stars) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a top rating of “Good” from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
Since you don’t want your daughter being tempted by speed, you’ll probably want to avoid a used Fiesta SE with the optional turbocharged engine. You’ll also want to make sure your daughter can drive a stick if you choose to buy a Fiesta SE with the manual transmission.
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