Did you even bother to read
Did you even bother to read the article? The author was talking about the AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FIESTA.
FYI, the automatic transmission Fiesta does not readily allow engine braking as does the manual one.
You will NEVER get the brake pads on an automatic Fiesta to last 90,000 miles without killing yourself.
95% of all Fiestas sold in the U.S. are AUTOMATICS. There would be a lot of deaths on the road if those who drive automatic Fiestas took your idiotic advice. 90,000 miles between brake jobs? Asinine.
And Prius battery replacement cost is $600 for a rebuilt unit. Same cost as if you buy a rebuilt transmission for a Fiesta that has 100,000 miles on it. It is a NON-ISSUE.