← Back to compare hub

Ford Fiesta vs Toyota Yaris

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Ford logo

2019 Ford Fiesta

Full researchShop inventory
Toyota logo

2020 Toyota Yaris

Full research

Overview

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
Selected trimSL
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual6-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20192020

Pricing & market

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
MSRP$14,260 (best)$15,650
Lowest listing price$7,120 (best)—
Median listing price$7,225 (best)—
Highest listing price$8,900 (best)—
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
Combined MPG30 MPG34 MPG (best)
City MPG27 MPG30 MPG (best)
Highway MPG35 MPG39 MPG (best)
Fuel tank12.4 gal (best)11.6 gal

Performance

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
Horsepower120 hp (best)106 hp
Torque112 lb-ft (best)103 lb-ft
Engine size1.6 L (best)1.5 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12.8 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight2,578 lbs2,385 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase98 in101.2 in (best)
Length173.5 in (best)171.2 in
Width67.8 in (best)66.7 in
Height58.1 in58.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord FiestaSToyota YarisL
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)31 (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord FiestaToyota Yaris
1

S

$14,260 MSRP(Currently comparing)

L

$15,650 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S Fleet

$14,560 MSRP

L

$16,750 MSRP

3

SE

$15,490 MSRP

LE

$16,650 MSRP

4

SE

$15,790 MSRP

LE

$17,750 MSRP

5

ST Line

$17,625 MSRP

LE

$17,750 MSRP

6

ST

$21,340 MSRP

XLE

$18,750 MSRP

7—

XLE

$18,750 MSRP

Live inventory

Ford Fiesta vs Toyota Yaris FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Fiesta vs 2020 Toyota Yaris on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Fiesta starts lower at $14,260. Live Ford Fiesta listings start at $7,120.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2019 Ford Fiesta leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,260).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2020 Toyota Yaris leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (35).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Fiesta or 2020 Toyota Yaris?
The 2019 Ford Fiesta leads on horsepower in this comparison (197).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Fiesta vs 2020 Toyota Yaris?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Fiesta (4/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota Yaris (5/5 NHTSA overall).