What tyre should you choose for a Ford Fiesta? Considered as UK's best-selling car ever, this vehicle has been available on the market for many years. Here you can find the best standard tyres for a Ford Fiesta, as per the different sizes for 15- to 18-inch rim diameters.

By Published On: 31 May 2021Categories: Tyres by vehicle1706 words9.4 min read
Ford Fiesta tyres: what tyre in the approved sizes?
What tyres to equip your Ford Fiesta ? © Ford

What tyre size for a Ford Fiesta?

We have chosen the seven most common sizes approved for different Ford Fiesta models. Check all approved sizes for your Ford Fiesta in the vehicle section of rezulteo by selecting your model.

Tyres and sizes for Ford Fiesta models
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The size range for a Ford Fiesta is quite wide. Therefore we have selected 7 sizes for 15- to 18-inch rim diameters:

Watch out! Not all of these sizes are necessarily approved for your Ford Fiesta model. Make sure you check the sizes approved by Ford for your Fiesta by checking the manufacturer’s manual or by searching for the exact model of your vehicle on our website. If you want to change the tyre size, make sure you comply with the legislation following our tyre advice.

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What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 195/60 R15 88V?

For a Ford Fiesta with 15-inch diameter rims, the 195/60 R15 88V size is most suitable for city and standard road use. It is one of the most popular sizes. We recommend three summer tyres, more focused on safety and fuel efficiency.

Red Ford Fiesta
© Ford

Michelin Energy Saver + for a Ford Fiesta: this tyre combines safety and longevity with fuel efficiency thanks to its “Eco and Grip Compound”. Although it is slightly more expensive than its competitors, it offers a very high level of performances which have been shown in several tests. On the European tyre label it is rated A for wet grip and C for rolling resistance.

Compare the prices for the Michelin Energy Saver + summer tyre in 195/60 R15 88V

Pirelli Cinturato P1 for a Ford Fiesta: one of the best tyres in dry conditions. It is a good compromise between safetyefficiency and ride comfort. Delivering very good handling in wet conditions and above average braking performance, it is the perfect tyre in town and on the road.

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Compare the prices for the Pirelli Cinturato P1 summer tyre in 195/60 R15 88V

Nokian Line for a Ford Fiesta: the cheapest tyre of our selection, the Nokian Line however does not compromise on performance. It is very efficient in wet conditions especially in terms of its resistance to aquaplaning.

© Nokian

Compare the prices for the Nokian Line summer tyre in 195/60 R15 88V

What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 195/45 R16 84V?

For a Ford Fiesta with a 16-inch rim diameter, in the size 195/45 R16 84V we suggest three different summer tyres with excellent safety reserves and a price-performance ratio.

Beige Ford Fiesta
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Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 for a Ford Fiesta: less expensive compared with other tyres from market leaders, it offers very interesting features. It is one of the best in its category in wet conditions, as shown by an A rating on the EU tyre performance label for this size. Not outdone in dry conditions, it also provides very good road handling.

Hankook Ventus Prime3 © Hankook 2016

Compare the prices of the Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 summer tyre in 195/45 R16 84V

Continental ContiEcoContact 5 for a Ford Fiesta: a little more top of the range, this tyre appeals thanks to its high versatility. Good in dry and wet conditions (A rating for wet grip on the EU tyre label), it does not compromise on longevity and ride comfort.

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Compare the prices for the Continental ContiEcoContact 5 summer tyre in 195/45 R16 84V

Bridgestone Turanza T005 for a Ford Fiesta: this latest generation tyre has already convinced many test organisations. Very good in dry conditions, it is also one of the best for wet grip (A rating for this criteria on the EU tyre label) and handling in wet conditions. Delivering a good mileage performance, the Turanza T005 also has a low rolling resistance, where it is rated B on the EU tyre label.

© Bridgestone / Tom Joy

Compare the prices for the Bridgestone Turanza T005 summer tyre in 195/45 R16 84V

What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 195/55 R16 87V?

For a Ford Fiesta with 16-inch rim diameters, there is also the approved size 195/55 R16 87V. We suggest three summer tyres in this size which meet safety, fuel savings and longevity requirements.

Burgundy Ford Fiesta
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Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance for a Ford Fiesta: good on dry roads and also very good in wet conditions – where for this size it achieves an A on the EU tyre label – this tyre also offers a very good performance balance. Recognised in several tests, it provides a high level of ride comfort and is also very quiet. Its low rolling resistance allows it to obtain a B rating for this criteria on the EU tyre label for the size 195/55 R16 87V.

© Goodyear

Compare the prices for the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance summer tyre in 195/55 R16 87V

Michelin Energy Saver + for a Ford Fiesta: thanks to its wide range of sizes, the Michelin tyre is a natural choice for any driver looking for safety and fuel efficiency. Just like the size 195/60 R15 88V, it is very good in wet conditions and its handling performance is a cut above the rest.

Compare the prices for the Michelin Energy Saver + summer tyre in 195/55 R16 87V

Pirelli Cinturato P1 for a Ford Fiesta: equally at ease on the road and in town, the Pirelli tyre is available in several sizes which cover city and compact cars. At a reasonable price, it offers a good performance balance between safety, comfort and savings.

Compare the prices for the Pirelli Cinturato P1 summer tyre in 195/55 R16 87V

What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 205/40 R17 84W?

For a Ford Fiesta with 17-inch rim diameters, the approved size of 205/40 R17 84W offers many tyre models for a sportier use. We have selected three summer tyres that give driving pleasure and safety.

Blue Ford Fiesta
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for a Ford Fiesta: the Michelin tyre combines driving pleasure with sporty performances. Thanks to several race-derived technologies, it offers a high level of control and responsiveness, even at high speed. This tyre delivers excellent performance on wet roads, where for this size it obtains an A on the EU tyre label, and also in dry conditions.

Pilot Sport 4 © Michelin

Compare the prices for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer tyre in 205/40 ZR17 84Y

Continental PremiumContact 6 for a Ford Fiesta: it offers a very good balance of performances between comfort and sportiness. Very good in wet conditions (A rating for wet grip on the EU label), it is equally good in dry conditions. Above all, it provides excellent handling, as recognised in several tests.

Continental PremiumContact 6 © Continental

Compare the prices for the Continental PremiumContact 6 summer tyre in 205/40 R17 84 Y

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 for a Ford Fiesta: although built for the road, this tyre is primarily sporty. First of all, this tyre provides driving pleasure with a very high level of performances in wet and dry conditions. Designed for road use, it also performs well on the track.

Compare the prices for the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2 summer tyre in 205/40 R17 84W

What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 205/45 R17 88W or 88Y?

Like the previous approved size, the 205/45 R17 size comes in several Ultra High Performance sports tyres for a Ford Fiesta (approved in 88W and 88Y). We have selected three tyres.

Grey Ford Fiesta
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Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for a Ford Fiesta: available in both 88W and 88Y for the Ford Fiesta, this tyre combines all the sport performances for the track with the safety expected for the road. Thanks to several race-derived technologies, it offers a high level of control and responsiveness at high speed. This tyre delivers excellent performance on wet roads, where for this size it is rated A on the EU tyre label, and it also performs well in dry conditions.

Compare the prices for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer tyre in 205/45 R17 88W or 88Y

Continental PremiumContact 6 for a Ford Fiesta: it offers a very good balance of performances between comfort and sportiness. Very good in wet conditions – it achieves an A rating for wet grip on the EU label – it is equally good in dry conditions. Above all, it provides excellent handling, as recognised in several tests.

Compare the prices for the Continental PremiumContact 6 summer tyre in 205/45 R17 88W

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 for a Ford Fiesta: versatile, this tyre does not forget its sporty side. We tested it at Mireval when it was launched almost 3 years ago. For this tyre, we noted a very good feeling and excellent wet performance, which was confirmed by an for wet grip on the tyre label. It is also quite economical compared with other sports tyre, hence the C rating for rolling resistance on the European tyre label.

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Compare the prices for the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 summer tyre in 205/45 R17 88Y

What tyres for a Ford Fiesta in 205/40 R18 86W?

For a Ford Fiesta with 18-inch rim diameters, the 205/40 R18 86V size is also approved. For this size, we suggest three summer tyres with a rather sporty character.

Green Ford Fiesta
© Wikimedia / Ford

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for a Ford Fiesta: this tyre combines all the sport performances for the track with the safety expected for the road. Thanks to several race-derived technologies, it offers a high level of control and responsiveness at high speed. This tyre delivers excellent performance on wet roads, where for this size it is rated A on the EU tyre label. It also performs well in dry conditions.

Compare the prices for the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer tyre in 205/40 R18 86W

Continental PremiumContact 6 for a Ford Fiesta: the tyre offers a very good mix between comfort and sportiness. Above all, it is very good in wet conditions where it achieves an A rating for wet grip on the EU label. It also provides excellent handling, which has been recognised in several tests.

Compare the prices for the Continental PremiumContact 6 summer tyre in 205/40 R18 86W

Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 for a Ford Fiesta: its ultra sporty look leaves no doubt as to its performances, especially in wet conditions. For this type of tyre, the Yokohama is quite economical thanks to an optimised tread compound. 

© Yokohama 2016

Compare the prices for the Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 summer tyre in 205/40 R18 86W

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