Ford Fiesta Mk V, BE256 (EU)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Ford Fiesta Mk V, BE256 (EU) uses automatic transmission fluid with a capacity range of 2,3 to 5,75 liters. The data covers 2 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

Type	Specifications
Fiesta 1.4 16V (2002-2008)	Use: Normal Capacity 2,3 liter Code: Durashift EST 5/1
Fiesta 1.6 16V (2002-2008)	Use: Normal Capacity 5,75 liter Code: AW81-40 4/1

The Ford Fiesta Mk V, BE256 (EU) 1.6 16V carries a notably larger automatic transmission fluid capacity of 5.75 liters compared to the 2.3 liters specified for the 1.4 16V, reflecting the fundamental difference between a conventional automatic transaxle and a semi-automatic unit.
The 2.3-liter capacity of the 1.4 16V semi-automatic transaxle is consistent with the smaller fluid volume typically associated with semi-automatic gearboxes, which share mechanical elements with manual transmissions while incorporating automated actuation.
The 5.75-liter figure for the 1.6 16V automatic transaxle is characteristic of a fully automatic unit, where a torque converter and hydraulic control circuits account for a substantially greater fluid volume than a semi-automatic arrangement.
Both the 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V specifications are listed under normal use conditions, meaning the stated capacities and service parameters apply to standard operating environments rather than severe-duty cycles.
The 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V variants share the same model year span of 2002-2008, yet the difference in transmission type between the two engines results in a capacity gap of 3.45 liters.