Ford Focus ST review
At a glance
| Price new | £17,790 - £20,890 |
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| Used prices | £1,305 - £5,909 |
| Road tax cost | £415 |
| Insurance group | 34 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 363 miles |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Pros & cons
Superb handling, powerful and characterful engine, hugely enjoyable to drive, well priced
Thirsty engine, poor turning circle
Ford Focus ST (06-10) rivals
Overview
If you want a hot hatch with character then there are few cars to rival the Focus ST. Ford has a great heritage in making affordable, fun to drive and fast small cars and it shows. Turn the key and the 2.5-litre turbocharged engine rumbles into life with a deep growl – while a quick blip of the throttle is accompanied by a satisfying burble from the twin exhausts.
Acceleration is effortless and feels never-ending but there’s more to the Focus ST than just the excellent engine. It has superbly weighted and responsive steering, a perfectly balanced chassis and strong brakes which makes it enjoyable and rewarding to drive on twisting roads. It’s comfortable too with a compliant ride, while around the town the ST is as easy to drive as any other Focus.
