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The New Focus ST is available with the outstanding 2.3-litre Ford EcoBoost petrol engine, providing 280 PS with 420 Nm of torque and delivering 0-100 km/h in under six seconds.
Engineered to provide the New Focus ST with superior performance and stability. Electronic Limited Slip Differential maximises control through corners by continuously analysing data from numerous sensors. The system then adjusts the torque split between drive wheels within milliseconds. This improves traction and stability, meaning you can take corners more quickly whilst staying in control.
The precision-tuned chassis of the Focus ST has been combined with Continuously Controlled DampingFocus ST optional 2 (CCD), which continuously adjusts rear suspension settings to ensure outstanding ride quality and driving dynamics, whatever the conditions. This is a Focus that’s built for the road and born for the track.
Tailor your Focus ST driving experience. Four Selectable Drive Modes (Normal, Slippery, Sport and TrackFocus ST feature 1) fine-tune the car’s performance settings, including engine mapping, throttle position, brake pedal and steering response.
Combined with Enhanced Torque Vectoring and Electronic Stability Control, the Focus ST’s performance-tuned chassis is built for optimal handling, whether for motorway driving or enjoying a day on the track.
Specifically designed for the race track, Launch ControlFocus ST feature 2 sets the maximum rpm for the engine, letting you put your foot full on the throttle whilst the car holds your desired rpm. Helping to maximise acceleration from standing starts.
Specially engineered to improve driving dynamics and reduce fuel consumption. The 6-speed manual transmission of Focus ST has been optimised for easy, quiet, and precise gear selection.
Advanced automatic transmission with adaptive Shift Scheduling alters gearshift timings, to optimise performance for road or the track. You can even select gears manually via steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.
New Dynamic Matrix LED headlights, with integrated fog lamps and signature daytime running lights, deliver outstanding visibility with eye-catching design. The adaptive front lighting system optimises your headlight beam patterns to suit specific driving conditions. Such as for motorway, city, or country road driving, as well as parking and cornering manoeuvres.
The 12.3" digital instrument cluster displays driver information in high definition using intuitive, easy-to-read icons. You can prioritise which information is displayed, including navigation alerts, as well as programme the preferred pre-sets of individual drivers.
This system uses lateral sensors to look for vehicles hidden in your blind spot. If another vehicle is detected, the system alerts you via warning lights built into both door mirrors.
Forward-looking cameras detect if you unintentionally drift out of your lane. The system then alerts you by vibrating the steering wheel and can even provide gentle steering assistance to guide you back into the right lane. Designed for multi-lane roads. Automatically deactivates below 65 km/h or can be turned-off manually.
Helping to increase awareness when reversing out of spaces with limited visibility. The system detects if a vehicle is approaching from the sides, then sound a warning and illuminates an alert light in the door mirror to signal you of their presence.
Ford Co-Pilot360 combines a range of technologies that work together, to make your driving experience more comfortable and enjoyable than ever. For example, Adaptive Cruise Control automatically adjusts your speed based on the vehicle ahead. The system can even recognise speed signs and adjust your cruising speed accordingly.
Parking in a busy street or a tight space can be tricky. But Active Park Assist makes it easy. The system can identify suitable parking spaces, and then automatically steer you in. All you need to do is push the button and let the Focus ST do the work for you.
Projects key information into your field of vision, so you can stay informed without having to glance down at the dashboard. You can also customise the colour display settings to your preferences.
An electric parking brake helps to declutter the cabin, is easier to apply, and means you won’t need to have the brakes serviced as regularly. To apply, simply press a button in the centre console.
A rear cameraFocus ST feature 4 is activated automatically when you select reverse gear, revealing what’s behind you on the display screen. The system also displays virtual lines to help you with parking.
Makes driving easy in heavy traffic. Simply set your desired cruising speed, and the system automatically maintains a pre-set distance from the vehicle in front, bringing your car to a stop if necessary. Once the traffic ahead clears, the system accelerates back to your chosen speed. Available on automatic transmission.
The system scans traffic signs and road markings to identify the current speed limit, and if activated can then adjust your maximum speed setting to match this limit.
The system uses radar and a camera technology to detect slower-moving and stationary vehicles ahead, then provides steering support to help you avoid another vehicle if a collision is imminent.
The system alerts you if it detects changes to your driving behaviour that could be due to fatigue. If your driving alertness further declines, the visual alert is repeated combined with an audible chime.
Provides extra control when starting on a slope by maintaining pressure to the brakes for an extra 2.5 seconds. Helping to keep your Focus ST from rolling downhill while your foot moves between the brake pedal and accelerator.
Introducing a new world of connectivity. Ford SYNC 4 with Connected NavigationFocus ST Intro, and Ford Secure integrates seamlessly with your smartphone via the FordPass App, letting you control everything from phone calls to remote locking, music, and navigation. Featuring a 13.2” touchscreen with intuitive new interface, more advanced route-planning, live traffic updates, over-the-air update capability, plus our most sophisticated voice control yet.
With Software Update, your Focus ST is continually evolving through OTA updates. Cloud-connected technology enables wireless software upgrades, to enhance the customer experience over time with new features and improved functionalities. Updates are quick and easy, often happening automatically in the background.
Enjoy seamless connectivity on the move with Alexa Built-inFocus ST feature 7. Once activated, Alexa seamlessly integrates with your Focus ST allowing you to manage your on-board systems, including navigation and climate control; plus, phone calls and infotainment; as well as giving remote access to your smart home featuresAlexa functionality. You can even manage your personal calendars, email, and home shopping lists. And all by using simple voice commands.
Cloud-based connectivity gives SYNC 4 Navigation more comprehensive destination search results, as well as real-time traffic information for more advanced route planning. Plus, more functionality, like if your trip distance is greater than your estimated fuel range, SYNC 4 can plan your route factoring in the most convenient refuelling stops.
Access your phone through the SYNC 4 touchscreen, or by using remarkably simple voice commands. With Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ you can wirelessly connect to your compatible smartphone.
Unlock a host of connectivity features through the FordPass App. Monitor your vehicle’s location and driving data, get real-time traffic updates, plus vehicle health alerts sent to your smartphone. You can also check to see if your car is locked, then remotely lock, or unlock it wherever you are.
Designed to maximise space and convenience. The New Focus ST interior features a handy central storage space with wireless charging for compatible smartphones.
No hot-hatch is complete without comfortable sports seats. The Focus ST is available with 14-way adjustable front sports seats, developed by Ford Performance engineers, and are optimised for the perfect driving position. Also featuring four-way adjustable lumbar support, provide high levels of support and comfort.
With Dual-zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC) you can select individual preferred temperatures for you and your front passenger, and this advanced air conditioning system then automatically maintains it.
A two-way adjustable electrically operated panorama roof can be tilted or fully retracted to let you enjoy the surrounding scenery. Solar reflective glass helps keep the interior cool and comfortable.
Delivering superior sound and stylish design. This premium 10-speaker audio system, including subwoofer, has been designed and fine-tuned for the new Focus ST by specialist B&O sound engineers.
The Focus ST’s heated steering wheel keeps your hands warm on frosty winter mornings. And for extra levels of comfort, heated seats are available for the front seats.
Gets your windscreen cleared fast on frosty mornings. Thin filaments heat your windscreen to de-ice, de-fog and de-mist the glass in seconds, as well as help defrost the wiper blades.
Detects if your key fob or FordPass connected device is with you. So, you can lock or unlock your car, without having to take your key out of your pocket or bag.
For added peace of mind when you lend your car to another driver, Ford MyKey® lets you set maximum speed limits, seatbelt reminders, or even control the audio system volume.
Rain-sensing wipers activate when moisture is detected on your windscreen. You can even choose from several sensitivity levels that determine how much moisture can build up before the wipers activate.
Power-foldable mirrors can help you avoid unwanted damage when parking in tight spaces. And because they’re heated, you can get going quicker and more safely on frosty mornings too.
Helping to avoid damage to your door edges when parking in tight spaces, by providing a protective barrier which springs out to shield the paintwork as you open the doors.
The Focus ST Estate's load floor has improved illumination, easy to clean trims, and features a vertical divider with hinged design for an adjustable storage space. A new wet storage zone with rubber floor mat lets you transport wet or muddy items separately.
If you have your hands full, simply wave your foot beneath the rear bumper. Your Focus ST Wagon will detect your key fob and the tailgate will automatically open or close.
The system scans for potential collision hazards with pedestrians and other vehicles up to 130 metres ahead and alerts you of their presence. If you don’t respond, it automatically applies the brakes. This technology is designed to help reduce the severity of accidents or help avoid them altogether.
A camera scans the road ahead and the system then warns you if it detects a collision is likely. If you don’t react, it can apply the brakes for you.
Electronic Stability Control constantly monitors your vehicle’s progress. It senses when a vehicle is losing grip and automatically applies a braking pulse to individual wheels to help stabilise it.
The alarm is automatically armed when you lock the vehicle, and will sound if triggered by forced entry, the vehicle being lifted or towed, or if motion sensors detect movement inside the car.
Euro NCAP is Europe’s leading independent safety organisation. It evaluates the safety of any new vehicle using a series of stringent measures. As a measure of Ford’s commitment to safety, the New Focus ST has received the highest rating of 5 stars.
Detects when tyres are starting to lose pressure and warns you via the instrument panel. You can also get alerts via the FordPass App, monitoring tyre pressure, washer fluid and lots more.
