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This senses vehicle stability and driver inputs, intervening as required to maintain optimal precision and control during rapid changes of direction at speed - for example in a lane-change situation A new Electronic Transitional Stability function in the advanced three-stage Electronic Stability Programme.The calibration of the Electronic Power Assisted Steering and electronic vehicle control systems also has been revised to meet the specific sporting requirements of the new Focus ST. In combination with the model-specific anti-roll bars and rear springs from the previous generation ST, these enhancements deliver an even sharper dynamic performance. The sports suspension features all-new front springs and sportier new shock absorber tuning front and rear. The sporty and aggressive new five-door and wagon models will offer class-leading driver assistance technologies and connectivity features including the SYNC 2 in-car connectivity system.įord has sold more than 140,000 Focus ST models in 40 countries worldwide since the car was first launched in 2002.įord Team RS, the award-winning European arm of Ford's Global Performance Vehicle group, made improving the entire driving experience the number one objective for the new Focus ST. The Ford Focus ST also will benefit from technology and craftsmanship first revealed earlier this year for the new Ford Focus - the world's best-selling global nameplate. "Even more enjoyable and rewarding to drive and with the choice of diesel power for the first time, the new Focus ST is in a class of its own." "The new Focus ST delivers an even more sophisticated balance of performance, driving dynamics, refinement and style - the core of Ford's Sports Technologies DNA," said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe. Both models offer Auto-Start-Stop for the first time that improves the EcoBoost version's fuel efficiency by 6 per cent and help make it the most fuel-efficient petrol Focus ST ever. The first diesel Ford Focus ST takes day-to-day usability and sportiness to a new level by delivering the most fuel efficient and lowest CO2 Ford performance car ever 185 PS 2.0 litre TDCi achieves 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.1 seconds, 4.4 l/100 km (64.2 mpg), and 114 g/km CO2.įor customers who prefer petrol, the 250 PS 2.0-litre EcoBoost delivers 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 6.5 seconds, fuel efficiency of 6.8 l/100 km (41.5 mpg), and 158 g/km CO2. And for the first time, it will be offered with the choice of two powerful engines - one petrol and one diesel.
The most advanced Ford Focus ST yet offers new chassis control technologies, tuned suspension and steering, and bespoke tyre specification that ensure an even more responsive, balanced and refined driving experience. the ideal location to showcase the speed and enhanced driving dynamics of the global performance car. Few family hatches feel as agile through bends.The new Ford Focus ST made its global debut at the 2014 Goodwood Festival of Speed, U.K. The power arrives effortlessly, and perfectly complements the sharp steering and great chassis. Mated to a standard six-speed box, it makes the car a delight to drive. The EcoBoost delivers improved performance over the 1.6 and is more efficient, too, claiming 51.4mpg and 127g/km. It is the same engine, albeit in a lower tune, as in the new Ford Mondeo. It replaces the old 1.6-litre and boasts 179bhp in the Zetec S, although we test the 148bhp version here.
Until the updated ST arrives, this 1.5-litre EcoBoost is the sportiest facelifted Focus on sale. Not only has the Ford Focus been the UK’s most popular family hatchback since 1998, it’s now the best-selling nameplate globally – so Ford is doing all it can to maintain the model’s place at the top. Its new cabin is logically laid out and looks smart. To minimise running costs we’d go for the 83mpg 1.5 TDCi over the EcoBoost, but neither will disappoint. while being more cost-effective than before. The Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost is as enjoyable to drive as ever.
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