BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Ford |
Ford |
| Model |
Compact Crossover EV (budget model – name TBA) |
Fiesta EV |
| Vehicle Type |
All-electric compact crossover SUV |
Battery Electric Vehicle (compact hatchback) |
| Trims |
TBA (likely 2–3 trims for affordability) |
Active / ST-Line / Titanium (estimated trim naming) |
| Release Date |
Expected late 2026 |
Conceptually targeted ~2025–2026 (speculative) |
| Status |
Upcoming / Development stage |
Concept / anticipated (not officially released) |
| Made In |
USA (possible Mexico/Canada production for affordability) |
Europe (possible assembly in EU — speculative) |
| Body Type |
Compact crossover SUV |
5-door hatchback |
| Vehicle Warranty |
Expected 3 yrs / 36,000 mi basic; 8 yrs / 100,000 mi battery |
3 years / 60,000 miles (manufacturer) (estimated) |
| Colors |
TBA |
Standard palette (Polar White, Magnetic Grey, Deep Blue, Sunset Red, etc.) (estimated) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single-motor FWD (base) / Dual-motor AWD (higher trims – possible) |
Permanent-magnet synchronous motor (front-drive) |
| Horsepower |
Est. 180–250 hp |
100 kW (~136 hp) (estimated) |
| Torque |
Est. 200–300 lb-ft |
220 Nm (162 lb-ft) (estimated) |
| Acceleration |
6–8 sec (0–60 mph, depending on trim) |
8.5–9.5 seconds (estimated) |
| Top Speed |
110 mph (estimated) |
160 km/h (100 mph) (estimated) |
| Range |
250–300 miles (target for affordability) |
300–360 km (~186–224 miles) with a ~45–55 kWh usable battery (estimated) |
| Drivetrain |
FWD (standard), AWD (optional) |
Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP – cost efficient) |
Lithium-ion pouch / prismatic (liquid-cooled) (estimated |
| Battery Capacity |
Est. 50–65 kWh |
45 kWh (base) — optional 55 kWh pack (estimated) |
| Power Consumption |
Est. 4.0–4.3 mi/kWh |
15–18 kWh/100 km (WLTP combined estimate) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 yrs / 100,000 mi |
8 years / 100,000 miles (typical OEM coverage) (estimated) |
| Home Charging Speed |
7–11 kW AC |
AC charging up to 11 kW (single-phase/three-phase depending on market) (estimated) |
| Supercharging Speed |
N/A (will use CCS/NACS fast charging) |
N/A term for Tesla — supports public DC fast charging via CCS (see DC speed) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 150 kW (expected) |
Up to 100 kW peak (estimated — likely 50–125 kW capability depending on pack) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
150 mi in 30 min (fast charger) |
Level 1 (120 V): ~3–6 miles/hr |
| Charging Time |
30–40 min (10–80% DC fast charging) / ~8–10 hrs (home charging) |
Level 1 (120 V): 20–40 hours (very slow) |
| Charging Connector Type |
NACS (North American Charging Standard, from 2025) |
Europe: Type 2 (AC) / CCS Combo 2 (DC) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 & Level 2 AC (120V/240V) |
120 V (slow), 240 V wallbox (7–11 kW recommended) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW (expected) |
7–11 kW (estimated) |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
175–180 in |
4,050 mm (4.05 m) — similar to modern small-hatch proportions (estimated) |
| Width |
72–75 in |
1,760 mm (without mirrors) (estimated) |
| Height |
64–66 in |
1,450 mm (estimated) |
| Wheelbase |
106–110 in |
2,490–2,550 mm (estimated) |
| Ground Clearance |
6–7 in |
140 mm (estimated) |
| Cargo Space |
20–25 cu ft (rear seats up) / 45–50 cu ft (folded) |
300–350 L (rear seats up) (estimated) |
| Curb Weight |
3,800–4,200 lbs |
1,350–1,550 kg (depending on battery size) (estimated) |
| No. of Doors |
4 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy (standard) |
Alloy (aero-optimised design available) |
| Wheel Size |
16–18 in (trim dependent) |
16" (base) / 17" (sport trim) / 18" (optional) (estimated) |
| Front Tire |
TBA |
195/55 R16 (typical small-EV sizing) (estimated) |
| Rear Tire |
TBA |
195/55 R16 (or matching 17/18 sizes on higher trims) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) |
| Transmission |
Single-speed direct drive |
Single-speed reduction gear (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
18 ft (est.) |
10.2–10.8 m (estimated) |
| Gear Box |
Automatic (EV single speed) |
Single fixed-ratio drive (1 forward gear) |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut (likely |
MacPherson strut (estimated) |
| Rear Suspension |
Torsion beam (base) / multi-link (AWD trims possible) |
Torsion beam or compact multi-link depending on market (likely torsion beam to save space/cost) — estimated |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
No (BlueCruise not expected in base model, maybe optional in higher trims) |
Full self-driving not expected |
| Navigation System |
Yes (integrated, cloud-based) |
Integrated navigation with live routing (likely via SYNC+ / Ford software) |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Available on higher trims |
Available (standard or optional depending on trim) |
| Climate Control |
Automatic (single/dual-zone depending on trim) |
Automatic climate control (single or dual zone depending on trim) |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
Yes |
Bluetooth / USB / wireless smartphone integration |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes (cost-saving architecture supports OTA) |
Expected (software/infotainment & some ECU updates) (estimated) |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Optional |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Optional (depending on trim |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes (wireless) |
Wireless or wired (likely) |
| Android Auto |
Yes (wireless) |
Wireless or wired (likely) |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
10" (or 8") central touchscreen (estimated) |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Via infotainment/USB |
| No. Of Speakers |
6–10 (depending on trim, B&O possible option) |
4–8 (base to premium / estimated) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
Regenerative braking + 4-wheel disc brakes |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Ventilated discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Discs (solid) |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
6–8 |
6–7 (front, side, curtain; driver knee optional) (estimated) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
No (not off-road focused) |
Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No (not off-road focused) |
Yes |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Available (likely on mid/upper trims) |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Available (estimated) |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Available (estimated) |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Rear sensors + camera standard |
