Model:Ford Focus ST
Starting Price: $29,999
Overview: Ford’s global hot hatch hits Canadian shores this year with a 252-horsepower punch, extremely dynamic handling, and a unique sound and look. This five-door builds on the highly successful Ford Focus with engineering efforts and features targeted at the enthusiast driver.
Since it’s a Focus, you get flexible seating, plenty of cargo space, plenty of safety gear, and a fresh, modern, and upscale cabin.
Since it’s an ST, you also get a 2.0L high-output EcoBoost engine, manual gearbox, and seats that wouldn’t look out of place in a purpose-built racecar. Feature content includes Ford SYNC, push-button start, automatic climate control, and a premium stereo by Sony. A unique grille treatment, headlight surrounds, badging, and xenon lights help set the ST apart.
Pros: This is one of the best-handling front-wheel drive cars on the road today. Hit the track with your ST, and you’ll be treated to a virtually unmatched level of precision, responsiveness and stability, even at high speed. Carefully calibrated suspension and stability control systems work with drivers of all skill levels to turn in a highly rewarding performance experience.
Cons: No three-door version of the Focus ST is available. If you don’t want a five-door sports hatch, this isn’t the model for you.
Noteworthy: Check out the MyKey system. If you’re sharing your Focus ST with younger drivers, this special key helps encourage them to drive safely while you’re not around. Pre-set speed limit warnings and a reduced top speed are engaged, as is limited stereo system volume and early low-fuel warnings. MyKey even prevents the stereo system from being used until seatbelts are engaged.
Starting Price: $29,999
Overview: Ford’s global hot hatch hits Canadian shores this year with a 252-horsepower punch, extremely dynamic handling, and a unique sound and look. This five-door builds on the highly successful Ford Focus with engineering efforts and features targeted at the enthusiast driver.
Since it’s a Focus, you get flexible seating, plenty of cargo space, plenty of safety gear, and a fresh, modern, and upscale cabin.
Since it’s an ST, you also get a 2.0L high-output EcoBoost engine, manual gearbox, and seats that wouldn’t look out of place in a purpose-built racecar. Feature content includes Ford SYNC, push-button start, automatic climate control, and a premium stereo by Sony. A unique grille treatment, headlight surrounds, badging, and xenon lights help set the ST apart.
Pros: This is one of the best-handling front-wheel drive cars on the road today. Hit the track with your ST, and you’ll be treated to a virtually unmatched level of precision, responsiveness and stability, even at high speed. Carefully calibrated suspension and stability control systems work with drivers of all skill levels to turn in a highly rewarding performance experience.
Cons: No three-door version of the Focus ST is available. If you don’t want a five-door sports hatch, this isn’t the model for you.
Noteworthy: Check out the MyKey system. If you’re sharing your Focus ST with younger drivers, this special key helps encourage them to drive safely while you’re not around. Pre-set speed limit warnings and a reduced top speed are engaged, as is limited stereo system volume and early low-fuel warnings. MyKey even prevents the stereo system from being used until seatbelts are engaged.
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