Ford Festiva
Ford Festiva — 1994–1997 (North America), 2-door coupe utility (saipa)3-door hatchback4-door sedan5-door hatchback5-door liftback (saipa)5-door wagon, 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Ford Festiva
Ford Festiva is a 2-door coupe utility (SAIPA)3-door hatchback4-door sedan5-door hatchback5-door liftback (SAIPA)5-door wagon in the subcompact car class, with source data covering 1994–1997 (North America). The available vehicle data lists 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual and a Front-engine, front-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Ford Festiva guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4 and 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Ford Festiva specifications at a glance
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| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Festiva |
| Model years | 1994–1997 (North America) |
| Body style | 2-door coupe utility (SAIPA)3-door hatchback4-door sedan5-door hatchback5-door liftback (SAIPA)5-door wagon |
| Vehicle class | Subcompact car |
| Manufacturer | KiaMazdaSAIPA |
| Production | 1986–2002 |
| Market / country | NZ, UA, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Ford Festiva includes 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4.. Transmission information includes 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel drive.
| Engine | 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain / layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 2295 mm (90.4 in) |
|---|---|
| Length | 3475 mm (137 in) |
| Width | 1605 mm (63.2 in) |
| Height | 1460 mm (57.5 in) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 700 – |
Ford Festiva other specifications
| Image | 1992 Ford Festiva (WA) 5-door hatchback (26631967204).jpg |
|---|---|
| Name | Ford Festiva |
| Caption | 1992 Ford Festiva (WA) 5-door hatchback (Australia) |
| Aka | Guangtong GTQ5010X (China); Kia Classic (Pakistan); Kia Pride (South Korea); Mazda 121; Saipa Nasim/111 (hatchback; Iran); Saipa Saba/131/132 (sedan; Iran); Saipa 141 (liftback; Iran); Saipa 151 (pick-up; Iran); Saipa Safari (station wagon; Iran); Venirauto Turpial (Venezuela); Wallys 619 / 216 (Tunisia) |
Ford Festiva generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Festiva | 1986–2002 | Not specified | Not specified | Front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| First generation | 1986–1990 (Mazda)1986–2000 (Kia)1993–2020 (SAIPA)1997–2003 (Dongfeng Yueda Kia)1998–2002 (AAV) 2021–2024))) (Wallyscar) | 1138 cc ''Mazda B1'' I41290 cc ''Mazda BJ'' I4 1324 cc ''Mazda B3'' I4 | 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual | Not specified |
| Second generation | 1994–1997 (North America) | 1.3 L ''Mazda B3'' I4; 1.5 L ''Mazda B5'' I4 | 3-speed Mazda ''F3A'' automatic4-speed automatic5-speed manual | Not specified |
Ford Festiva features and equipment
Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.
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Recommended tire pressure for Ford Festiva
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Ford Festiva
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