Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (3 door)

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 diesel description

Hatchback Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi has been produced from May, 2003 to October, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 68 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 160 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and BorgWarner KP35 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Ford Fiesta 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.75 litres.

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 164 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 4.3 litres per 100km (23.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Ford Fiesta 2003 - 2005 version, city fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 3.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1040 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1200 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 4.8 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Fiesta fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Ford Fiesta version with manual gearbox (Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 4.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 5.1 litres per 100 km.
Ford Fiesta 2003

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi technical data

Model: Ford Fiesta 1.4 Duratorq TDCi
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. May ... 2005. October 
Engine: 1398 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 114 g/km
Power: 68 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 160 NM ON 2000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 164 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 14.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.3 (combined) 5.3 (urban) 3.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 4.8 l/100km (49 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.92m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 268 litres
Trunk max capacity: 945 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1565 kg

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi engine F6JA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1399 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 73.7 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82 mm
Compression ratio 17.9 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.75 litres (4 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 68 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 160 NM ON 2000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Ford Fusion

All Ford Fiesta hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.25 16V Jan 2003 — Feb 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 70 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.3 Duratec 8V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 70 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratec 16V 1.4 Petrol 80 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratec 16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.4 Petrol 80 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi Mai 2003 — Oct 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V Jan 2003 — Jan 2005 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2004 1.6 16V Jan 2004 — Oct 2005 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Ford Fiesta 2005 1.6 16V TDCi Jan 2005 — Oct 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP)

1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2005 2.0 16V ST Jan 2005 — Oct 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 reviews
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