2018 Ford Fiesta ST: Best In Class | Sideways Sid

In this video. I get my hands on the all new 2018 Ford Fiesta ST. The All-New Fiesta ST is the first Ford Performance model to use a three-cylinder engine - but this is no ordinary three-cylinder.
But the important thing is what's it like to drive?.. has it gone soft?...
Keep It Sideways.
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[@BlockchainOdin]

No you did not just handbrake entry a brand new ST. You are my hero LOL

[@SidNorth]

Boosted Oh yes mate! . That's how I role mate 😎🙌🏽

[@LivingLifeFastLLF]

Don't forget me when you make it bruh. Video is just insane

[@SidNorth]

LivingLifeFast I'll never forget you mate 🙌🏽. Thanks man 👊🏽

[@AEllis]

LivingLifeFast like am watching EVO

[@stephenoneill5062]

Sid if yr Eva in Birmingham area then I think I deserve a passenger seat ride , ( after all I am a big fan , I think you come across really mature and professional ,and for your age I think its inspiring , mate I'd even travel to get in a passenger seat with u so give me a nudge sid :). Keep the videos coming

[@willhicks96]

This review is brilliant. The only reviewer to put the ST up to the hoon test. Keep this up Sid!

[@SidNorth]

willhicks96 Thanks man. Glad you enjoyed it. It's an ST, it has to be hooned!! 😎

[@SidNorth]

Ford has done it again! . Any worries, or problems you thought about the new one. DON'T WORRY, it's better and more grownup. Plus it sounds awesome! 🙌🏽

[@bjwal6]

Hand on heart if you had to own this or the old one, which would you choose?

[@GrecoFPV]

Sideways Sid thanks for the video man . I think it's great for my first car :)

[@jesusgl560]

Sideways Sid You could tell me if the stability control is 100% undoable. It does not come under any circumstance if you remove it in the button. Thank you. very good video

[@Kai_ST200]

@@bjwal6 i testdrove the MK8. For me interiuer does not matter that much. I also testdrove the MK7 ST200. Both on racetracks, both great cars. But in my opinion the MK7 is a bit more funny. But the MK8 is also awesome!

[@Pedro_opc]

How it is compared with 208 gti by PS or corsa vxr pp?

[@adamandersson9663]

Proper quality this! Keep this up, looking forward to more videos like this. That 3pot sounds amazing in the flyby shots!

[@SidNorth]

Adam Andersson Thanks man. That 3pot motor sounds amazing!! 🙌🏽

[@iSumnerr]

Production quality of this video is second to none! You’ve earned yourself a sub Sid!

[@anthonydayspring9923]

Just got recommended your channel after disagreeing with Carwow’s review and My God your so much younger but soooo much more knowledgeable than Matt re dynamics. Extremely impressed, very articulate. Well done! Got a 👍🏽 and a new fan.

[@SidNorth]

Anthony Dayspring99 Thanks mate and welcome to the channel 🙌🏽

[@stam4569]

OMG This has to be the best Car Review i have ever watched !! Keep it up mate I want to buy this car like crazy and you have made me want it more !!!!

[@Ocelot7]

Such a sick video! Great music, chat, footage! perfection

[@Kylirr]

this video is still excellent, everything is perfect and on point from the cinematography and editing to the information on offer and the way you deliver it.

[@charlie5273]

Only person I would ever want to see review this car, thanks so much

[@SidNorth]

Charlie Thanks mate. Glad you liked it 🙌🏽

[@OzgunDoganbaloglu]

Great review. I like your style of explanation and demonstrating your passion. Keep it coming

[@HasAfzal]

I work for Ford and initially when we were called in for a meeting to first see the new shapes I was like mehh. Then when I finally got my hands on one (we get them gfot company cars) they are brilliant. Yes the back end needs to be a bit more aggressive but honestly the new shapes are brilliant. Higher build quality, the interior is spot on, voice control, apple car play, sat nav and a touch screen multi media system. The seating position is spot on. The suspension is not as firm. Ford have build the new gen for more mature people so they’re a lot more practical. With the LEDs and styling pack it looks👌🏻 AND it’s so much cheaper than a Polo GTI

[@SidNorth]

Ghulam Afzal Is there a Fiesta RS in the pipeline?. 👀

[@marksapollo]

Ghulam Afzal the one thing missing are the half leather seats on the ST2 like the old model, shame they are only offer them on the ST3 trim.

[@SM347YT]

Loving your recent reviews Sid! Like I said on the I30N video, your driving has matured so much and your knowledge is impressive. Top job pal!

[@SWatchik]

I haven't seen a FWD car drift so good since Chris Harris was posting on youtube. Stellar review! Would love one of these...

[@SidNorth]

Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it 👊🏽

[@pmrrmm]

Finally a great review about this car. Thanks a lot, keep up the good work. I think a lot of us car relate to you about the way we want the car to feel

[@SidNorth]

Pedro Macário Thank you very much. This channel is all about how Cars make you feel. Plus the obligatory hooligan Sideways Stuff 😈.

[@HaggisNHorsepower]

Just found your channel Sid. Love your style 👍🏻 Stay sideways!

[@ZenGamer97]

And the interior is no longer shite

[@kmack5799]

Brilliant!

[@Amsterlager]

I can’t understand why this video doesn’t have more views. This is easily the best Fiesta ST review on KZbin.

[@thomasernes9925]

Still one of the best video's of the mk8 Fiesta ST with these TopGear-quality shots

[@lewisrowezer7193]

Fantastic video, Sid. I was very sceptical about this car but the civilized low-key looks, 3 cylinder cabin grunt, mod cons and interior have grown on me tenfold after watching this video. A potential next car In the future.

[@SidNorth]

Frosty Fez Thanks mate. Glad you liked the video 🙌🏽

[@JTheAndroidFreak]

Fantastic review and nicely done mate 😃👍

[@SidNorth]

J TheAndroidFreak Thanks man. Glad you liked it 🙌🏽

[@b_mb4948]

Great video! The feisty 3 cylinder and _Quaife_ diff are big selling points, although I am still somewhat on the fence regarding the looks...

[@SidNorth]

Brodie Bennett Thanks mate. I'm sure over time, it'll grow on people. But it's just not that yobbish enough at the rear 😬.

[@meganjay30]

Yea side on it looks the worst IMO.. Looks like a mess.

[@tdolan500]

Yeah I think most of it looks very fresh and modern but the profile is a bit people carrier. I think I can get past that though.

[@insanebaggins]

Great review mate, I just ordered one of these today, exactly the same as the one you drove in the video, can’t wait to get it 👌

[@glitchhopchannel]

Really nice test. Thank you Sid. The conclusion is perfekt !

[@SidNorth]

Eric Levesque Your Welcome 🏁👊🏽

[@Bamzooki007]

Best review I've watch so far! Nice one!

[@SidNorth]

Bamzooki007 Thanks pal 👊🏽👍🏽

[@soyeux27]

Excellent videos, great way of reviewing cars. Thanks !

[@hdmk213]

Epic sideways action as always and excellent camera work. Nice

[@SidNorth]

hdmk213 Thanks mate.

[@MHBGT]

Epic review, cinematography is on point!

[@SidNorth]

MHBGT Thanks man

[@ingamalota5951]

The best review of Fiesta ST - Wow !!! Good Job !!!

[@byrney151]

Cracking review sir! Really contemplating getting one of these, looks like it has the best of both worlds now. More up market on the inside but still a fun car to drive.

[@Andrizza]

Wow your vids look Top Gear level professional, exceptional camera angles for seeing the chassis in play. Thanks for that, glad to hear that the younger brother to my own FoST car is an excellent alt choice :D!

[@P1TV]

Great review, glad I found your channel! I ordered the Mk8 ST two weeks ago, it will join my RS Mk2 as a daily driver and it its good to hear that Ford once more nailed it!

[@SidNorth]

P1TV Awesome stuff mate. You'll enjoy it as a daily!

[@partikelsmusic]

Ach was Michel! Kinnlade unten.. bist den schon gefahren?

[@martinallenuk]

Fun on the road is where I'm at now. It was great owning the super-saloons and coupes but I've now bought an Up GTi and having a blast on B roads now. These cars excite me more than supercars.

[@SidNorth]

Martin Allen Same here. Supercars can be overrated most of the time 😬

[@FK2VtecTurbo]

Your reviews are getting slicker, nice editing too 👍loving the technical driving info it's what sets you apart from other youtubers. We want to know how it "feels" to drive and you get that accross very well.

[@SidNorth]

Fasel Thanks man. Thanks mate. That's what this channels all about. None of this "What's my New Car?.." Or "Wrapping my New Car!" Bullshit. All I wanna do is just drive and tell you guys what it's like 🏁 along with hopefully bringing a cool video to watch on the big screen 📺. 👊🏽

[@AlejoRuy]

I do not have any idea how I ended up on this channel, first video and I have already subscribed! congrats from Mexico City!

[@munimuni5168]

I see potential . A lot a lot of potential. Excellent review 👊🏽

[@SidNorth]

Moey Moe Thank you very much mate.

[@powellj27]

Excellent video sid, also love the work you have been doing for Cbbees channel and I have voted for you to be on top gear. 👍🙂

[@sneaky_krait7271]

First video I've seen of yours. Really detailed on the driving part, big fan!

[@SidNorth]

Sneaky_Krait Thanks man 👊🏽. Glad you liked it and welcome to the channel 🙌🏽🏁

[@ggkik]

Easily the best review for new Fiesta ST ! Well done!

[@SidNorth]

ggkik Thank you very much 👍🏽

[@DurandalDxD]

Be looking out for one of these on the road never knew about this thanks Sid Great Vid 👏

[@SidNorth]

Wopman Your welcome 👊🏽

[@jpb2085]

What a cracking review right there, awesome job, subbed! Can't wait until you get your hands on the new Focus ST in 2019

[@SidNorth]

JP B Thank you very much 👍🏽. Glad you liked it, I can't wait either too 😀

[@cacciucco99]

Nice review - first one I've seen of yours Sid. I have been waiting for a decent video review since they announced it came out. Yours is the first that I like. I wanted to buy the old ST but just missed it so I've been waiting a year for the new one to come out. Relieved to hear it is as good/better 'cos I already ordered it!. Honestly, for me the important thing was the speed/handling but also the interior for music/google maps on the iPhone, which the old one didn't have but which in day to day life is really important. I ordered the LSD and white so I am looking forward to driving down to the South of France too..... c u there!

[@SidNorth]

cacciucco99 Well this new ST is much improved and liveable. That's always a good thing. Have fun 👊🏽

[@thatcarguyldnstreets]

Its great to be back!💯🤙🏾👌

[@SidNorth]

stewie griffin 😎👌🏽

[@dadinjo5]

with this 1 and i30n video, u got urself a new sub

[@Murphy252000]

Sid, best review as per......

[@jeroenverbraeken3128]

This Fiesta ST is *a lot* of fun. I have it myself and my parents a 911 996 Carrera 4s. The fiesta with the diff held pretty good in slow & fast corners. As soon as you hit full throttle on the apex it just pushes you in and absolutely 0 understeering. Really happy, 11/10 car, would buy the mk9

[@jgunshon]

your reviews are a class above the rest mate ! Who doesn't love a hot hatch :)

[@SidNorth]

jgunshon Thanks mate 👍🏽. Glad that you are really liking them 🏁

[@brunobrites]

Very good early review Sid! For what it's worth, you've gained a Portuguese subscriber mate. I'm seriously considering buying one of these which is a bit more of a challenge here, since they start at 28 grand (euros). Can't get my head around how cheaply these are priced at 19k in the UK. Cheers, keep up the great work!

[@KaylemXx]

Love the review bud! Makes me want an ST lol, keep the vids coming. - Kaylem

[@SidNorth]

Tech Reviews Made Easy Thanks Kaylem. Glad you are liking them buddy 👍🏽

[@AEllis]

Wow production 🔥🔥💯💯👊🏾👊🏾🙏🏽

[@SidNorth]

AEllis Thanks bro 🙌🏽

[@errolflinch9936]

Brilliant review.

[@SidNorth]

Errol Flinch Thanks 😀

[@nicant4868]

Great review some really fab driving too, it looks such a fun car to drive 👍🏾

[@SidNorth]

Nic Ant Thank you so much 👊🏽🏁

[@keitumetsem1344]

GREAT review

[@SidNorth]

Keitumetse M Thanks mate 👊🏽

[@wellwh0]

Great review. How did I miss you before!? Love the car.

[@SidNorth]

wellwh0 Thank you very much. I've been in the shadows behind the typical UK KZbin Clickbait BullSh*t. No Names (😜).

[@wellwh0]

Sideways Sid True only vloggers get promoted content... Tired of it. Keep up. Subscibed!

[@HairyBeaver]

Just ordered a st2 face lift with performance pack, can’t wait to get in it!

[@tombell3869]

I'll like this before watching it, already know it'll be the best Fiesta ST review on the internet.

[@SidNorth]

Tom the car dude Thanks man. Hope you enjoy it 👍🏽

[@chrishallatt]

Great video sid, one thing I’ve learnt from nearly a year of focus RS ownership is that power isn’t everything, I miss my old ST and will be defo looking at the new one

[@SidNorth]

Chris Hallatt Thanks man, you are very right. Power is not everything, and this new ST sums it all up.

[@rejoicerone3176]

The chasis is what counts... and a proper handbrake, not one of them button nonsense

[@timjrvine]

Finally... someone actually driving it hard!

[@SidNorth]

Tim Vine That's what this channel is all about! 😎🏁

[@nolangray7383]

Nobody whips an ST like Sid 😎

[@alexandrosev.6348]

Great review mate , in a such a great little car. 👏

[@SidNorth]

alex ev. Thank you very much 👍🏽. Glad you liked it 👍🏽

[@AntoineFRS]

Very nice review, you've gained another subscriber ;-). Can't wait to see this little thing on a race track.

[@SidNorth]

SkizomanX Thanks mate and Welcome!

[@marksapollo]

Thank you so much for your review, I have the now old ST like you and was worried about the new one, I’ll have to drive it to see how it handles UK roads, I’ve heard the new steering can put you off? The new infotainment system is a big improvement. I was told to watch your review after the Car Wow one, you have a sub from me as your knowledge is spot on mate, describing how it handles and loads up is great 👍

[@SamAustin]

Great video. Best new Fiesta ST video I've seen as you've focused more against the old ST and what people day to day will get from the car whether they push it hard or just cruise. Now I just have to justify the price as a well specced one is a fair amount for a fiesta in my opinion although by the sounds of it it is probably worth it !

[@SidNorth]

Sam A Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it. Definitely worth a consideration.

[@SamAustin]

Thanks for replying. I had a Fiesta ST for 4 years in spirit blue and still miss it even since moving onto a Golf R (content on that on my channel). I think if I was to change the R it would only be for a 2016 5 Door Mk7.5 Fiesta as for a 2 year old car it would have reduced quite a lot in price with the new Mk8 coming out and the small facelift revisions in 2016 improved the ride quality a bit as well as reducing the gear ratios. Potentially down the line then moving onto a Mk8 Fiesta ST after the hype has passed :-)Do you think you will replace your ST for a Mk8?

[@QandBVlogs]

Sick video !!!! Levels

[@SidNorth]

QandB Vlogs Thank you very much 🙌🏽

[@armandodoval1813]

Glorious car, love it

[@SidNorth]

Armando Doval 👍🏽🙌🏽🏁

[@CARLISONIT]

Good video Sid you rounded that up real well, personally I think the front end looks smart, but the previous gen had a much more appealing rear end, but the exhaust sounds like it has more character from stock, overall I think Ford did a good job again 👍

[@SidNorth]

CARL IS ONIT Thanks mate.

[@CARLISONIT]

Sideways Sid 👍

[@Jimmy-ey9ie]

Another brilliant review Sid... we need to slide that yank out sideways and get Sid on topgear!!

[@SidNorth]

Jimmy 95 Haha. Thanks mate. Them 3 are doing just fine without me 🏁.

[@christianschonrock8184]

This Video is amazing :))

[@frankvandenbroeck8373]

hey sid the ride is too hard!

[@stelios5889]

You really reming me of Chris Harris mate and i'm not saying that in a bad way....Not many motoring Jurnalists have Chris excitement and driving skill when they test cars.I really loved your presentation and driving!Well done!

[@MrDohotaru]

This guy driving is just insane, skidding in front wheel, need some tutoring haha, good review better quality and editing well done

[@SidNorth]

Christian Dark Thanks man. Glad you enjoyed it mate 👊🏽

[@leehyden7063]

Back end put me off this when the new Fiesta came out.... hence why I bought one of the last mk7.5’s off the production line 👌🏻

[@SidNorth]

Lee Hyden Fair enough 👍🏽

[@cambridgemotorsportparts3220]

Damn good review this, If i were looking to buy you'd have answered everything. Keep going and you're gonna have TV offers before you know it.

[@SidNorth]

Cambridge Motorsport Parts Thank you very much 👍🏽. Glad you liked it 🏁.

[@Jamesduce]

The quality is getting better by the video. Wow.

[@SidNorth]

Car Obsessed Thanks mate 👍🏽. Appreciate these awesome comments 🙌🏽

[@sparkplug964]

Good vid sid, the new Fiesta looks a good drive, and I agree with the 3 cylinder, it does make a great noise, glad ford got the engine right.

[@SidNorth]

sparkplug964 Thanks man. The Engine is so interesting IMO

[@mountjoy23]

Would be great to find some 'Ogier' in the DNA. Great review and wishing you a bright future sir.

[@SidNorth]

FrankMurphy Haha. Thanks for the wishes 🙌🏽🏁.

[@TW-fx2jx]

great review!

[@SidNorth]

T W Thanks

[@OnlineHousehusband]

Very well rounded and thorough review Sid! As you say Ford are going to shift a boat load of these. Still unsure on the engine.....not the 3 cylinder but the cylinder deactivation down to 2. Seems over complicated. Looking forward to testing one of these. 👍🏼

[@SidNorth]

Paul Marsh Thanks mate. Glad you like the vid. Again it's one that Tuners are gonna sceptical about. But that's a completely different topic all together 👍🏽.

[@MotechPerformance]

Wow epic vid well done

[@SidNorth]

Motech Performance Thanks mate 🙏🏽

[@2MuchBoost]

Hahaha those pops and cracks is all you need to live a happy life ;)

[@SidNorth]

Bill Dimi Haha. Exactly 🏁💥

[@mikechavez109]

Great review Mate, Ford teased us about six months ago saying there were bringing the 3 door hatch & the 5 door but just decided to discontinue all of its Car line here in the USA, Pickups, SUV’s, & Crossovers, that Sucks, I have the 2014 ST with 52,000+ Miles and have loved every minute of it, has Visual and performance mods, it’s bad Ass, I just wanted to get the new one because of all the new amenities, especially the infotainment system & seats, it blows my Mind that Ford is an American founded company and Europe gets all the Cars they make and we get 💩💩, keep us posted on the accessories, i’d like to see what I’m missing. 😢

[@hondacivictyperep328]

One word = Subscribed.

[@SGMsealand]

Nice review 🏁

[@SidNorth]

Michael Nielsen Thanks mate 👍🏽

[@Kylirr]

great video. subscribed

[@Andreas1818]

I was thinking about the new Polo GTI but my MK7 told me to order a ST again and so I did. Including Performance package. Delivery, hopefully within 3 months.

[@SidNorth]

Andreas Karlsson Awesome stuff mate!! You'll love it!

[@grantorino9049]

Sideways Sid i did so too. Delivery in 6 Weeks :) Not sure about the Color. I took Red. Can still change... Blue looks nice too. White is a bit boring on mk8

[@DanNewLP]

I drive a polo 6c gti and oder the Fiesta st mk8. I am so in love with this car :-) Greetings from souerkrautcountry Germany :-D

[@iliketowatchvideos47]

Great review👍got a 2013 st love it so much would love a new 1 its so exciting 😰

[@SidNorth]

i like to watch videos Thanks mate. Deffo worth the upgrade to a new ST.

[@alexdb77]

Proper Review!!

[@SidNorth]

Dário Barreiro Thank you 👊🏽😀

[@nathanogrady6201]

Holy fuck mate I haven't watched your videos in a while. Your production value has came along so much! Well done!

[@mickkennedy1344]

A 3-cyl or 5-cyl engine will always, always, sound better than any in-line 4 -- they have a human 'offbeat' rhythm to them.

[@SidNorth]

Mick Kennedy Well said 🙌🏽 and very true 👍🏽

[@tomfinney6498]

Keech mate !! 7.5 is more of a drver,s car !!

[@alllllrightythen]

Thanks Sid. There is still no release date in South Africa. I really wanted the previous gen ST but I am frothing to get this car. Sick review.

[@SidNorth]

Richard Allwright Hopefully you guys get the little Fez in South-Africa 👍🏽

[@b_mb4948]

When you eventually put your name down make sure to give me a shout! I call shotgun!

[@alllllrightythen]

Brodie Bennett haha sure man. Any ST fan is a friend of mine.

[@alllllrightythen]

Sideways Sid we should. The fiesta was just released in SA this week. So we can expect it probably end of 2018 there abouts. Sweet driving by the way.

[@richarddutchholland4780]

My favourite video you’ve done...... I’m waiting to pick up the new one as soon as it’s released.

[@SidNorth]

Richard Jones Awesome stuff and thanks mate. 👍🏽

[@hansendy3708]

Thanks for the review. I live in a country where the vaunted Ford hot hatches are not available, so reviews like this make me sort of live the experience by proxy even though I end up green with envy. Well done! I do have a next closest thing: a Fiesta 1.0 ecoboost with lowered sports suspension, (and ST bodykit) which is quite playful and entertaining especially compared to the boring many (read: japanese cars). However I do agree with you and other mk7/7.5 fans/owners that the new rear end look too pedestrian. I also prefer the wheels, side skirt, spoiler and rear diffuser of the old ST to this new one.

[@SidNorth]

Hansen Dy Ahh. That's a massive shame. But it's cool that your making use of the 1.0 Ecoboost mate 👍🏽. Hopefully it will come over your way 🙌🏽

[@hansendy3708]

Sadly the day is not coming with Ford shutting down small car sales in North America and other markets where their pickups, SUVs and crossovers outsell their small cars like here. We may never even see these next generation Fiesta and Foci. Therefore, the only performance Ford to look forward to is the Mustang (uh review pls?) ... though Im not fond of cars with long bonnets, having had a Nissan Silvia before. Not ideal for tight urban maneuvers and nosing out other cars in traffic gridlock melee. Of course there is the Golf GTI (but a generation late), or used Peugeot 208 GTI

[@Mazda6B6]

Wow this is like Chris Harris, review quality. Top notch!

[@SidNorth]

DScroggins Production Thanks mate 👊🏽

[@milesblakey4077]

The engine and drive looks amazing. But the shape of the back end. What have they done to it? It looks more like a Honda jazz than a fiesta.

[@Murphy252000]

Subbed, sounds mint!

[@SidNorth]

Emmet Dallat Thanks man. Welcome to the land of madness 😈

[@flush_entity]

DAMN IT. too bad these wont come to the states. I like my currect fiesta ST but after all these reviews, I want to upgrade.

[@ARocketScientist85]

Great review there but I'm surprised you didn't mention the rear springs. We're calling dibs on them as patented industry's first. They're really the enablers for long journey comfort without sacrificing cornering performance. A comfy hooligan, if you will :)

[@SidNorth]

ARocketScientist Was going to mention it. Sometimes my geekiness can bore the audience. Maybe more technical underpinning demos in the future 👍🏽

[@alpinab14]

i love the sound of the 3 pots its the sound of 4 pots i just cant stand

[@tredfxman]

- A New Chris Harris... ?? ;)