Uncomfortable seats
We own a 2011 Fiesta SE automatic with about 4500 miles driven; we are happy with its performance, I have experience no problems. At first driving of the Fiesta, we considered the unexpected and unsual shifting quirks to be something that I would have to get used to; we now know what to expect and do not consider the transmission a problem if not abused. However, we still look for the dangerous shifting reported by some.
We are averaging 36-39 MPG in the mountains of upstate SC, 43-44 MPG on the interstates is not uncommon. I should tell you that we are both senior citizens who drive conservatively but, do not block traffic we maintain the posted speed.
Our complaint is the front seats ( back seat not used ) and head support. The only car I have ever driven that had seats as uncomfortable as the Fiesta was a 1951 Henery "J", one of the first built compact cars. Are we the only ones with the seat and head support problem? Having driven Fiestas in Germany I do not remember this problem. I have an appointment with a upholstery shop this morning hoping to solve the hard seat problem, still seeking a suitable head support