How much is a 2018 Ford FiestaDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Ford FiestaDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €11,450, based on 13 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Ford Fiesta depreciate per year?

A Ford Fiesta loses roughly 10.6% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Ford Fiesta from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Ford FiestaDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Ford FiestaDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Ford Fiesta2018

Diesel

€11,450ROI listing median

NI import est.€12,781

ROI cheaper by ~€1,331

20 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A3 (81–85 g/km) (10%), Revenue uses OMSP

High DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€9k – €12k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€11,450

private sale ~€11,074 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,125 – €7,438

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

184k km

typical 200k km

Days listed

20d

avg on market · demand 69/100

AI Market Summary

**Strong demand and rising value:** 15% year-on-year price growth signals solid market confidence. Diesel Fiestas remain popular for fuel efficiency on longer commutes despite recent trend away from oil burners.
**Median mileage well above expected range:** 200k km significantly exceeds 96k–176k km typical for 8-year Irish usage. Verify mileage documentation and service history carefully before committing; higher wear likely.
**DPF regeneration is the critical weak point:** Diesel Particulate Filter clogging common on 1.5 TDCi around 40k–60k miles, especially damaging if mostly short urban trips. Budget €500–€1,500 for replacement if warning lights appear; ensure full service history shows regeneration cycles.
**Check oil condition and recent servicing:** Engine oil dilution from fuel ingestion is real on this engine, particularly with stop-start driving. Request last two oil analysis reports or recent inspection; frequent oil changes (every 10k km) signal awareness of issue but add running costs.
**Electrical gremlins common but not catastrophic:** Door switches, window regulators, and dashboard lights fail on this generation. Test all windows, door locks, and instrument cluster brightness before handover; repairs are tedious but affordable.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

90 bhp

95 PS

Torque

162 Nm

120 lb·ft

0–62 mph

12.85s

108 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

291L

1034L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

71.85 mpg

4.15 L/100km

Urban

63.59999999999999 mpg

Extra urban

79.95 mpg

CO₂

82 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

41L

Dimensions

Length

4.00m

4005 mm

Width

1.73m

Height

1.49m

Wheelbase

2.49m

Kerb weight

1,073 kg

1,595 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 89% · Child 85%

Insurance

Group 14E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford Fiesta 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Ford Fiesta diesel is a practical city car with decent fuel economy, but the 1.5 TDCi engine is prone to DPF issues and electrical gremlins that can be costly to resolve. Parts are affordable and independent garages widely support the model, making it relatively economical to own once past the initial teething problems.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration failures, particularly on short urban journeys; premature clogging around 40,000–60,000 miles
Engine oil dilution with fuel on the 1.5 TDCi, especially in stop-start driving; can necessitate more frequent oil changes and engine inspection
Electrical faults including faulty door contact switches, window regulators failure, and dashboard lighting issues
Turbocharger bearing wear and occasional boost pressure sensor failures leading to reduced power or limp-home mode
EGR valve carbon buildup causing rough idle and increased emissions
Transmission judder and hesitation on some examples with the manual or automatic gearbox, particularly when cold

Good for

Fuel economy in motorway driving (45–50 mpg real-world if DPF stays healthy)
Affordability of parts and broad independent garage support across Ireland and UK
Compact, nimble handling and easy parking in tight urban spaces
Low road tax and insurance premiums due to small engine size and modest CO₂ output

Years to avoid: 2018, 2019

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