Review

Ford Focus ST hatchback

Price: £21,995 - £25,495
4.6/5
  • Pros:
    • Spacious
    • Comfortable but quick
    • Great value
  • Cons:
    • Subtle styling
    • Not the fastest in this class
    • No three-door version
Ford Focus ST hatchback
reviewed by Carbuyer

The all-new Ford Focus ST is a performance-oriented version of the Focus, but is built with an eye on everyday usability as well. As a result it's not only blisteringly quick in a straight line but it's also comfortable and refined too. The suspension strikes a great balance between ensuring sharp handling and softly sprung comfort, while the engine sounds quiet below 3500rpm. Unlike the old Focus ST, the current model is only available as a five-door and it now comes as an estate model too, which means it's more of a family car than ever before.. It also starts at a price-tag that greatly undercuts its main rivals.