How much is a 2018 Ford FiestaDiesel worth in Ireland?

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

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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

€11,500ROI listing median

30 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€9k – €12k

middle 50% of listings

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 3h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Expected price

€11,500

retail ~€11,500 · private ~€11,123 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€7,786 – €9,455

Avg mileage

174k km

typical 200k km

Days listed

30d

avg on market · demand 64/100

AI Market Summary

Fiesta diesel engines prone to DPF clogging on short urban trips — budget €800–€1,200 for replacement if warning light appears soon.
Median mileage sits well above expected range; verify odometer authenticity and service history before committing — missing records raise red flags.
Oil dilution common on 1.5 TDCi in stop-start driving; ask for recent oil analysis or plan earlier oil change intervals.
Inspect door switches, electric windows, and dashboard lights during walkround — cheap fixes but point to wider electrical wear on this age.
Market pricing up 12.6% year-on-year; decent value if car has full history and recent DPF clean, otherwise overpriced relative to risk.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

85 bhp

86 PS

Torque

142 Nm

105 lb·ft

0–62 mph

12.55s

107 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

292L

1093L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

57.84999999999999 mpg

4.9 L/100km

Urban

45.1 mpg

Extra urban

68.15 mpg

CO₂

101 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

42L

Dimensions

Length

4.04m

4040 mm

Width

1.74m

Height

1.48m

Wheelbase

2.49m

Kerb weight

1,150 kg

1,658 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 87% · Child 84%

Insurance

Group 7E

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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