In a poignant sign of the times, it looks as though the sun is setting on an icon of the industry, with Ford saying that it will stop the production of the Focus at its German plant in 2025. Ford says that it will wrap up production of the Focus […]
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2022 Ford Focus ST revealed, regular variants cut in Australia
Ford Australia has announced some updates for the introduction of the 2022 Focus ST, bringing in styling revisions, new tech inside, and a new ST X flagship trim. Interestingly, Ford Australia is dropping the regular Focus models for 2022 and instead only offering the performance ST variants. The local arm […]
2022 Ford Focus ST update to bring styling tweaks, new in-car tech
Ford has been spotted testing prototype versions of the 2022 Focus ST update out on European roads, as the company prepares to give the hot hatch its first proper facelift. While we don’t have access to spy photos, some details have emerged from various reports, including one from Autocar in […]
Hardcore Ford Focus ST ‘Edition’ edition announced in Europe
Ford has taken the wraps off a new, hardcore performance variant of the current Focus ST, adding upgraded suspension and some weight reduction measures. Called the Focus ST Edition, it retains the existing 2.3-litre turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder engine, pushing out 206kW and 420Nm to the front-wheels via a six-speed manual […]
Mountune announces 268kW tune kit for 2021 Ford Focus ST
UK tuning outfit, Mountune, has launched a new upgrade kit for the current Mk4 Ford Focus ST, adding a heap of power to the already hot, hot hatch’s power output. Mountune says its latest power upgrade kit, known as the m365, raises the Focus ST’s 2.3-litre turbo engine’s power output […]
2021 Ford Focus ST-3 special edition announced for Australia
Ford Australia has announced a new special edition package for the 2021 Focus ST, called the ST-3. It includes advanced headlights that can ‘see’ the road ahead using on-board cameras, as well as other premium features. While power from the turbocharged four-cylinder engine remains unchanged, Ford is hoping the addition […]
2020 Ford Focus ST review – manual & auto (video)
The hot hatch world is sizzling fiercely at the moment and is almost ready to burst through the pressure cooker. That’s great for driving fans because it means there are lots of options to choose from. However, when it comes to versatility the new 2020 Ford Focus ST is one […]
2021 Ford Focus RS not happening, ST to remain flagship – report
While the outgoing Ford Focus RS was one of the most hardcore hot hatches on the market, it looks like there will not be a ‘2021 Focus RS’ successor arriving any time soon. For now, fans will have to enjoy the ST as the sportiest hatch from Ford. According to […]