2023 FORD FOCUS ST | REVIEW on AUTOBAHN by AutoTopNL

00:00 Walkaround
02:10 Engine
02:54 Interior
06:13 Test Drive
16:30 Autobahn
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[@samgiancana5599]

the ford display is the size of my TV in living room lol

[@MC-rt3lx]

You must be watching through binoculars, then.

[@sassythesasquatch4425]

@@MC-rt3lx you must be typing through your microwave lcd screen then

[@MC-rt3lx]

@@sassythesasquatch4425 provide I would have one, but not

[@yooi3796]

That display is same size of my monitor computer

[@MC-rt3lx]

@@yooi3796 as long as it does not obscure the eyeshot of driver that's fine, I think

[@MaverickST77]

I've lost count how many times I re-watched this video while waiting for mine. Thank you for one of the most in-depth reviews that helped me make up my mind on which hot hatch to get. I think I would have been bored in any of the VWs. This thing grips the road unbelievably well and for stock power in a hot hatch....just wow. Smiling ear to ear every time I get in for a drive. Piece of advice to anyone that is considering the Focus ST, you won't be sorry, just make sure you get it in the 6-spd manual and not the auto. Thanks again!

[@valk409]

Why not the automatic ?

[@zlocerekzlo2254]

Beacuse drivers dont drive automatic and man said that 10 speed auto for ford is trash​@@valk409

[@MaverickST77]

@@valk409 So I considered the automatic given my previous SUV was an auto and it's just comfortable to drive without worrying about shifts. Having said that, the manual gearbox on this ST is so damn smooth and you feel a lot more connected with the car when driving it in a spiritied manner, especially on some nice winding roads. The hot hatches that I've owned over the years have always been manual so I know how they compare to an auto and my personal opinion, you get more of a thrill with the manual. I also did some reading and found that the automatic gearbox isn't the greatest in this car either. Another one is that you get the pops and bangs with the manual whereas the auto doesn't (I stand to be corrected). Overall, it's been almost a year now that I've had the ST and I'm still like a kid on Christmas when I know I'm getting in to go for a drive. Hope this helps :)

[@maluwo8]

getting my 2020 ST manual drive coming week, cant wait haha

[@MaverickST77]

@@maluwo8 nice one! Many safe miles and enjoy her!

[@sirangelamerkel902]

This is the most honest carreview ever made. He destroys some features and loves other ones immensly. No other tester and especially no salesman would ever do that. I like this way more than these stupid sales pitches.

[@richardnavratil9661]

As a European now living in the US, I really hate the fact Focus ST is no longer available here in the US. I like the way it looks, it's a great evolution to the size and this seems like a perfect hot hatch option with good practicality. I've gone from a 252hp Accord 2.0t with 6spd to a 480hp Bullitt, but I still would love to have this as an additional tossable car.

[@wubascuba]

I agree! But they need to address the existing transmission issue w/ TCM & recalls.. National back order with no ETA on replacement parts..

[@rickybobby6301]

@@wubascuba I'm on the same boat with my '13 Ford Focus dual clutch transmission that has a TCM crap out at 88k miles. No idea how I'll get another one. Is this issue as prevalent for people who drive a MANUAL focus though?

[@bornofstardust5910]

@@rickybobby6301 The trans issues for the Fiesta/Focus was automatic trans only

[@justinavolio5913]

as an american with a mk7 fiesta st it makes me sad seeing these reviews bc I would love to have my car with a little more of a modern touch\

[@DemontaThomas]

@@bornofstardust5910 facts and now they replace it with a manual

[@FalconXE302]

To get the 5.7, you MUST drive it all the way through second gear to 102 kph... and also, I have found that changing at around 4 to 1 1/2 thousand revs between 1 st and second often gets you the quicker times.

[@samo3706]

I got mine since 2 weeks and i love it. In real live looks the color so amazing. And the seats are unbelivable. The handling and steering are also a dream. Very good job ford👍🏻

[@anilkalsi6026]

Super jealous. Hopefully get a build date soon

[@G-Loco]

Best color for this car hands down!

[@YRanDx]

I want one so bad, how much does it cost ?

[@diamus1004]

@@YRanDx Cam't get one here in the UK 😥

[@bertmcinnes1243]

@@diamus1004 about to get mine. Im in the UK. Ordered it last november

[@miamiandkai]

I got one 2 years ago by accident from Hertz Car Rental in Germany. I had it for 6 months because I did not like to give it back, so I extended the rent over and over again. I even took it to the Nordschleife for some track action. I was truly truly surprised by that car! I had so much fun in it! I took it to Hungary, Austria and Croatia for vacation. I moved to the US by the end of 2020 and a friend of mine drove it another two weeks until the rent was over. Great car, much more fun than any Golf or whatever.

[@stivensvt5054]

I Love how this man enjoys and appreciate the hard work that has been done to that car and the legacy the current Focus continues.

[@belalmohi]

I’ve recently brought the preface-lift a few weeks as my first hot hatch/performance car and I absolutely love it, everything about it is just amazing, and driving it everyday really does put a smile on my face - can’t wait to do some mods soon 👌🏽

[@shaggy_e210]

I wish we had this generation in the States. That things freaking sweet

[@Snake-ms7sj]

Yeah makes me so😡! I had a 2012 Focus SE hatchback. Loved that car and would've bought a next gen in a heartbeat. First Ford announced that they would only sell the 2019 Mk4 Focus as the Active version in the U.S., then a few months later...... Ford nixed that and stated the Focus would be discontinued altogether in the U.S. Big mistake I made was that when I went to trade in my Focus in 2018, the dealer had a brand new holdover 2017 Focus ST (base) in Race red with the black 5 spoke wheels. At the time my reasoning for not getting it was that I had recently bought a house and figured I would need more cargo space to haul stuff. Plus it had summer tires and I live in a snow state so I would have had to buy at least some all seasons. I regret it. I should have bought it. I could have rented a pickup if i really needed to haul big stuff. Ah well hindsight is 2020.

[@simpsot_]

Seems like all vehicles in EU are way better quality than US, regardless of brand

[@KryptekSR]

I bought the pre-facelift earlier this year. I LOVE THIS CAR!

[@mkx624]

What a beautiful summer day! But Green is my fav colour and looks sick on the STp

[@laurenzholzer2441]

Loved this review you should implement the backroads like in this videos more often!

[@craigvanstraten]

Great review, thanks a lot!

[@VAspeed3]

Well done review with all relevant topics covered IMO. Wish we could get this in the US! I have 2014 ST that I love, but it wont last forever. And your traffic really sucked this time - like trying to drive near a city in the US with all the clueless idiots jumping into the left lane going really slow.

[@8eight881]

Same here have a 2014 Race Red in the US it’s a shame we can’t get the new one here c’mon FORD why you keeping this from us??

[@danielstory2825]

@@8eight881 ive got a 2013 tux black st with 151k miles and im about to sell as I need a truck. Sad but gotta do what i gotta do. I'd love a mk4 though. they look amazing

[@mattsson265]

Coming from someone who used to own the mk3 ST and switched to Audi instead of getting the mk4 pre-fl, sometimes i do wonder why they don't try to challenge the german manufacturers with a more expensive model because clearly, they know how to build a really good car with great balance between comfort and performance. But the plastic interior and some other aspects where they save money are kind of a turn off even if it looks better than before.

[@NewHandle_]

"I could honestly trade in my m3 for this" That's all I needed to hear thank you 👍

[@JCTiggs1]

YES! Thank you for putting the model year in the title! Damn I wish Ford would bring these back to North America.

[@richardnavratil9661]

You and me both, fella. Ford is basically truck, electric, or Mustang. And that's me saying it as an F150 and Bullitt owner, but they can do so much more than just this.

[@cabralad]

In Australia, this car is rated the best hot hatch, better than VW Golf GTI and Hyundai I30N. It's a pity its not for sale any more 😕

[@hodorian1314]

I get one next week, im so excited ♡

[@serpex77]

This is a dream car for a really passionate driver.

[@Parallax62]

It's just too bad we do not have those beasts here in the US. Great video!

[@dennnnnismo]

Top top review 🔥🔥

[@diamus1004]

Love it Martin. Thank you ❤I watched Max in the Mk4 oh so many times. Then my Orange Fury was delivered and despite the slaesman saying it does not need modding, well I had to: Mountune map 330PS and 515NM on the box. A great car. Go buy one. 🙂

[@squiresonwheels3249]

Such a beautiful car 😍

[@Streetmkd]

The Dream daily for me personally, I drive 2011 1.8 TDCI and the balance of the car is amazing, I enjoy cornering with it, always with a massive confidence. I can only imagine dumping this ST in the corners will be orgasmic !!! :)

[@blagssss]

very impressed, ford seems to be finally catching up to the competition when it comes to the overall finish

[@TopGear21]

Too bad this is the last generation of Focus. A historic car comes to an end. Fiesta is rumored to follow. They had exceptional ride quality, but in Ford they have lost their minds the last 3-4 years.

[@y55en45]

i really like that they show the gear number in the middle of the rev counter. Even though i never forgeet what gear im in its still a nice addition.

[@diamus1004]

Interesting comment rarely seen so I have to reply as a Mk4 ST owner. You are right, Although I never ever look into the dash relying upon what I see int he HUD, would be nice to see what gear is selected even though up and downshift indicators with the gear are shown in both the HUD and dash on my pre-facelight.

[@r.a.8618]

Thanks for your intro. Now I'm an owner of a Focus ST MK4.5 with mean green color! 💪🏻

[@Bigbabyyzy]

The states need this 😢

[@SpeedmachinesLM]

Perfect car!!!

[@diamus1004]

Lovely review. Thankyou Sir. I am the proud owner of the mk4 pre-facelift, but with the Mountune M330 map and I wouldn't change her for anything. Mine's in Orange Fury. ☺ I love the insects the colour attracts.

[@EarthHunt3r]

i own one of those, i absolutely love it

[@villaadog]

I've bought one too! Can't wait to pick it up

[@roviem7173]

Lucky XD

[@kasikgurf]

Picking up ST Edition on Tuesday, can't wait

[@bmwonlooker]

*Nice color* 💚

[@desmondroberts6034]

Brilliant review, great car and the most generous cursing of a bad driver!

[@geoffstephens2837]

Very much enjoyed this video. This has just made me more determined to buy one, when the right one comes along. I like everything about it, seats, steering, gearbox and performance. Not bothered about colour, it can be pink with brown spots, don't care. Thanks.

[@diamus1004]

Hope you fulfil your wish. Great car. I run a M330 mk4 Orange Fury.

[@adamb9569]

I have a mk8 gti but tempted by the focus st as I had a st line focus and was brilliant

[@grahames9228]

Love the Focus ST.

[@PookDaWook]

Never knew the newer ST got the 2.3. Surprised to see any car in the EU gain displacement over time these days.

[@ChristianD89]

the place where you made the walkaround is the place where i often do photos on my cars, its between Issum and Geldern It will be a pleasure to meet you one day. keep it up !!!

[@Deatomizer]

What a great little car.

[@toxile7571]

Had one on order since November, hopefully soon i'll actually own one..

[@user-dl4ks5oj8s]

Hello Martin, thank you very much for the great test with the Ford Focus ST X facelift in Mean Grean Metallic, even if you don't like the color quite as much. I would like to ask you if you used third gear when accelerating from 0 - 100, or did you only use it with first and second gear? Maybe the Focus will then manage the 5.7 seconds. Many greetings Frank

[@cy9nvs]

By the way, the fake sound can easily be deactivated with an OBD2 adapter and a program called Forscan. Tankes 2 minutes, super simple and the car sounds much better without it. 😁 Best 0-100 I measured in mine was 5.9 seconds, on german TV (Grip) they also measured a 5.9. With the Mustang and Mach-E also nobody is able to actually reach the promised times.. Not a big deal as it's still seriously quick, and you don't buy a hot hatch for drag racing, but still. VW and Hyundai underrate their cars, Ford overrates them.

[@Lagguage]

I did it via Forscan. Day and night difference, love it. Much quieter cabin, you can travel in it. And you clearly hear the REAL engine and exhaust sound. Should be factory setup without the fake sound.

[@zeddy19]

19:32 Same thing happens to me too when I have to present!! XD

[@archishmandeka]

I love that sound on the sport mode... Sounds like its v8 brother mustang..this car should always be driven in sport mode..

[@soulfate2]

Great vid. How did you turn off the door chime? Magic?

[@Zakaria-ew9qc]

I love the green

[@nikolaristicevic5559]

this car drives realy nice. on my work we have few ford focus ST (brand new) what goes tho england. really fast cars.

[@car4149]

Nice

[@ecobeast1.0]

so gorgeous car

[@skylinedrag]

It is beautiful

[@floydkarlsson2125]

å my god thanks take care 😄👍

[@lume.3887]

Nice watch

[@ciucavladimirandrei52]

I love the green st

[@ionut8149]

Would be great to review the new Focus ST with Track Pack and see what's the difference with the changed suspension, brakes, and tires.

[@ugurarslan255]

Very Very Beautiful I Very Love Green And Ford

[@larrylong9367]

I had a 2013 Focus ST ... loved it, and it loved me. 44,400 miles in 7 years ... had to replace ONLY the Battery, and that took 6.5 years to need that ... I will go to Germany and bring this car back to the USA ... Just need a MPH face for the Speedo ... LOVE THIS CAR ... Manual of course !

[@dr.pencil6556]

I have an ford focus st and it's really quick

[@deineliebe1884]

…and awesome driver👍

[@greendegenerationx]

Hey Martin l What's your take on the facelift ST Vs the i30n? Auto and manual? Thanks!

[@aidamenzel2475]

Nice color

[@ashleywalker4795]

I like the bright green color

[@ah9337]

I really like the handling test, Thanks for the content

[@stefamondo]

nice test! did you try the automatic? how is it?

[@jesusfrk86]

Have a 2015 tuned and as much as i love it , I am still bummed that they ended the ST line here in the US…😢

[@ericalderson8702]

I love my MK3.5. Always a pleasure to drive. Shame about humans losing interest in fun cars as we have enough SUV’s in every brands lineup.

[@jessebouman7525]

This road is much better!!!

[@zoz10101]

I really miss my 2014 ST, perfect all arounder

[@moh10054]

My dream car

[@steve-k.91]

As pre face-lift owner,I really don't like they change of front bumper and ditched A/C button

[@thisguyfromyoutubesaid1537]

15:21 those numbers car companys put online are from drag strip with "preped" surfaces aka they spray sticky stuff down to give the tires better traction

[@hidalgojavier96]

That screen is bigger than my laptop's 😂😂

[@reifenabhobeler4331]

I think the engine is the same as in the Pre-Facelift, so I think it have the same problem. On hot days it will have a noticeable lower power. because of the engine-heat it will increase the power. sport auto magazine had this problem in the Supertest in 3/2021. Hope the brakes are better now

[@amandarussack8591]

I want to have this car!

[@waynemangan9925]

American Ford hot hatch fans are steaming mad about the situation of neglect.

[@MattHealey.]

Want one

[@baileysmith5088]

This just got discontinued in Australia along with the fiesta st, we'll have some come but orders are being reimbursed with a refurd + $500 master card voucher, which is so sad because we love these, less and less to choose from in the hot hatch segment and this price point for car people :(

[@Lagguage]

It has a double wishbone front suspension, it's a high end solution and unique in the category.

[@Tsukuyomi8]

What does this car have to offer more in regards to i30N?

[@peda4936]

i like the green much

[@nitrovent]

Regarding the inconsistent performance I guess they did not improve the intercooler which was already way to small in the MK3. From 20°C on I notice that with mine almost every day...

[@diamus1004]

It is fine in my Mountune mapped 330ps 515nm mk4.

[@bemad7886]

I want this in the US so bad. I would trade a mustang for this in a heartbeat.

[@paulklp8262]

It's literally a FWD Ecoboost Mustang with more seats.

[@vroom-cars]

Underated af

[@Hoodean]

Ford should have kept the ST models in the US. Really missing out on these cars here.

[@jdavidblais]

As the RS !!

[@FalconXE302]

I've got the Pre-face lift... 40,000 km later and I'm still not even thinking of selling. I was going to update to the new one here in Australia, but Ford decided that the top spec with the new seats, and etc, but only sell it here with the auto... and I don't think it was the 10 speed... was it...? To em a Hot hatch has to be a manual to really have the feel of a Hot Hatch...

[@billiardball9650]

each to there own but i love the colour

[@BostelD]

When driving manual and shifting up gears, do u release clutch all the way before putting gas? Or is it smooth transition (when ending to leave clutch u start tu put pressure on gas)?

[@ShadierPort6414]

Release all the way

[@davyvoortmans5678]

Jij hebt de mooiste baan ter wereld top man

[@stevecutts5450]

Very helpful video for me as I've ordered one. I ordered it in February but I might not take delivery now until Jan 23. So is it worth the 11 month wait?

[@vincenthsin]

So fortunate you are. Can't get one in my country, disappointed 😞

[@EPoel-vg8ci]

They never has to change the 5 cylinder for this 4 ... but it has still a nice sound i notice.

[@elrami4159]

bro said he would trade his m3 for this bcs of the screen ... over all its great review keep it up

[@strayferal]

Question: why do you say "the fake sound changes" around 09:00 ? Why "fake"?

[@753357851]

idk what he's talking about I really love the color and design

[@ogloftus]

Test out the MK8.5 st3

[@user-jo6yb8vp2y]

I´ve just gotten my Ford focus ST mk4.5 . To be honest the mean green metallic was the best choice i´ve made in combination with the track pack which includes black roof+ mirrors. And the collor is amazing but thats just my opinion. Sad that the tested focus st didn´t have the track pack.

[@user-hp5jm8ky2t]

Amazing car….maybe one day🥺🥺

[@JazzysTrove]

Great review guys! One question: this or the facelift I30n?

[@LIONtib]

Personally I'd go for the i30 N because it seems to be better to drive, it's faster and the slightly smaller engine means you'd pay less tax where I'm from (anything above 2 liters is taxed like hell). That being said I do like the Ford's looks and it might be better as a daily driver. Alternatively just go for whatever's cheapest.

[@JazzysTrove]

@@LIONtib Asta cu motoru de 2.3 ai dreptate. Tot timpul uit acest aspect. 😅 Plus garantia de la Hyundai... Problema in Ro e ca la I30N aduc doar varianta DCT desi la cat de bine primita a fost cutia posibil sa ma "convertesc" la automata. E singurul motiv pentru care inca nu am comandat I30n-ul...

[@boppzoli]

I don't think the plus 150 euro yearly tax is a problem for those who will buy this car ... 😉

[@cy9nvs]

The i30N is slightly quicker, the Focus has more tech (matrix LED and adaptive cruise control, even with the manuals) and a slightly nicer interior. I'd test drive and negotiate prices for both. I ended up buying the ST as I got a fully equiped limited "Edition" model for about 37.000€, and the fully equipped manual i30N I test drove would've cost about the same with less tech.

[@LIONtib]

@@JazzysTrove La o masina de genul nu stiu daca are sens sa iei automata, dar din cate stiu cea de pe i30 N e printre cele bune. Plus ca Ford nici nu stiu daca mai primeste comenzi pentru Focus. E ciudat, abia au scos facelift-ul si acum vor sa inchida productia de Fiesta si Focus, inclusiv ST.

[@arno1995]

Der Focus sieht echt gut aus, nur in einer anderen Farbe wäre noch besser.

[@DanielOrtega-kr2ci]

Stupid question, maybe not. Can one of these be purchased in Europe and shipped back to the states?