Ford Fiesta ST Line X Review

[@CarObsession]

Hi all, thank you watching my video review of the new Fiesta ST Line X. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed driving it! Any questions about the car, please let me know and I'll answer as soon as I can.

[@Steve-Cross]

Believe it or not, I will be picking up my 2018 Fiesta ST line this weekend. It looks brand-new. That’s because it only has 4000 miles recorded. It’s a nice deep metallic red, with the graphite grey alloys. It will probably turn me into the oldest boy racer ever. I really enjoy a car that can handle twisty roads. What I have seen reviewed so far, regarding this car’s handling capability. I don’t think I will be disappointed. 👍

[@CarObsession]

Hi Steve, no I don't think you'll be disappointed, it's a fun little car. If it's got the 1.0 litre Ecoboost (very likely, the only other choice was a 1.5 diesel IIRC) make sure it had correct service history with high quality oil. Thanks for watching.

[@jamesdanher6875]

got mine not long ago ! 1Litre EcoBoost 155bhp LOVE IT

[@parcfermeautospa4745]

my Wife has this Fiesta ST Line as a daily and family run around in deep impact Blue with the 18'nch alloys .An excellent and good review and i agree with your comments however, what is missing is just how much bigger this Fiesta is now compared to the out going model my wife had the Fiesta Red Edition previously and loved it, but this new one is very different and very much 'Golf 'sized with a lot of Focus parts on it, Steering wheel, column and stalks are from the Focus. its a very solid well built car, still a lot of fun and your right the handling is as good in bends as a Caterham the speed you can take through bends is almost race car like, very impressive!!........I've owned 5 Caterhams so have plenty to compare the Fiesta too..... as you say the ST will be very interesting.

[@CarObsession]

Hey Steve, thanks for watching. You know what, it does feel like a bigger car, but I thought it was just me. Mind you, I took it around to my Dad's house, and he owns a Mk2 Focus and he said that the Fiesta wasn't that much smaller 🤔. It also felt wider on country roads than my 2006 Ibiza FR. Bring on the ST!!!

[@parcfermeautospa4745]

Park the new car next to the old one and it becomes clear just how much bigger it is and clearly taller too, it would only be obvious to those that have owned the previous model.... it did remind me of the MK 2 Focus.. not only will the Fiesta ST be interesting to drive but the new Focus ST will be interesting too, how will that handle?....keep up the good work i've subscribed.

[@CarObsession]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@StefABtv]

*haven’t seen your videos for a while mate but your production and camera presence has improved dramatically, great seeing your channel evolve. Great video and informative review*

[@CarObsession]

Cheers buddy! It's been a while since I've checked out your content, I've been so busy lately though. I should be in bed right now, but I'm uploading a video for tomorrow night, and I'm going through my new filming gear.

[@jonnieallen273]

Love this car, got the deep impact blue ST line-X coming next week, I test drove it yesterday and the only issue I have is the size of the wing mirrors, they are tiny but that’s the only issue I could come up with the car. Lovely colour and lovely car, also class review mate really useful!

[@CarObsession]

Hello Jonnie, thank you for the kind feedback. I'm also a big fan of the D.I.B. so I think you've made the right choice there. Thanks for watching!

[@sxmbrxxdy2001]

I’ll be driving this time next yr and want one of these!! Great review

[@CarObsession]

Hi Sam, glad you liked the video, thanks for watching.

[@sxmbrxxdy2001]

Car Obsession nw, thanks for the great review!

[@samgibson8216]

Did you get one ?

[@ewanwhite4644]

This is Late but I’m getting a 2018 ST X delivered soon and I can’t wait, I had a Fabia Monte Carlo before so I’m expecting something good 👍 great review mate

[@CarObsession]

Hi Ewan, thanks for watching, and thanks for the feedback.

[@bigdave1955]

bought one of these last week, unreal wee car, good review would highly recommend especially to a young driver like myself :)

[@CarObsession]

Hi there, I'm glad you're enjoying the car and I'm glad you enjoyed the review. Thanks for watching 👍🏽.

[@kuto608]

Fantastic review, will definitely be getting a Fiesta ST-Line for my first car :D

[@CarObsession]

Thank you very much Kutoari!

[@craigtwelves9693]

Great review! Been looking at this and the ST recently (still need to check if you have a st review) but this has been incredibly helpful. Great work!

[@CarObsession]

Hi Craig, thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Yes, I certainly did review the ST; the video can be found here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWaWi5eJja-ol6s

[@10FactsDaily_]

Just got one of these for my first car, this video helped me decide , thanks a lot 👌🏼

[@CarObsession]

My pleasure, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful - thanks for watching.

[@troyandrews3978]

What’s your insurance like if you don’t mind me asking?

[@10FactsDaily_]

troy andrews think it’s 2 and a bit k for the first year and it comes down nicely actually after 2 years no claims

[@troyandrews3978]

NVtrippy Dan quotes I’m getting are way higher then that who’s your insurance with?

[@10FactsDaily_]

troy andrews on a learners at the moment, will be passing in a week or so, got both my parents no claims on it and I think I’m switching to Admiral

[@AndrewKNI]

Great review. I have recently visited the Ford dealer here and the 5 door Fiesta B&O edition is excellent (in the front seats anyway). Haven't driven the new Fiesta yet.

[@CarObsession]

Andy K. UK Thanks for watching Andrew!

[@DaveWestMedia]

Hey this is great! A friend has one of these (I think he's had every Fiesta EcoBoost since they were launched 😀) and it's an absolute blast and that engine note is brilliant, sounds like half a Porsche 💪 Not that it matters, but do you film with a smartphone?

[@CarObsession]

Hi Dave, thanks for watching! No, I don't film with a smartphone - what makes you ask that?

[@DaveWestMedia]

@@CarObsession Sorry, I had typed the comment whilst still watching the video 😂 I saw later you were using a GoPro - I asked as I know how tricky it can be recording with a bulky camera in a car that's all. It all looks great to me - keep up the good work, subscribed for more! 👍

[@CarObsession]

@@DaveWestMedia I film most of my reviews with a DSLR in the car nowadays, although lighting can be tricky sometimes. Thanks for subscribing!

[@kobbetop]

I drove the automatic ecoboost and yes, the manual in this case is the better choice. But it they bring back the dual clutch and have solved some of the annoying things about it, I would consider it. ST will be interesting to see when it arrives, I hope you get a chance to review it also.

[@CarObsession]

Yes, the auto is 'OK' but for me, you have to have the manual. Yes, I anticipate I will get a chance to test the new ST, but I may have to wait - it'll be worth it though! Thanks for watching!

[@piprackham]

I think this should be your next car

[@Trucking_Tom]

Just put my brand new st line x on order today 🥳👌

[@CarObsession]

Nice mate, I'm sure you'll love it! Thanks for watching.

[@TheThreeCylinders]

Great review, it certainly looks like a great car to drive!

[@CarObsession]

Cheers guys! Yes, it certainly was a hoot to drive, I was so sad to give it back this morning!

[@TheThreeCylinders]

Car Obsession our pleasure! I bet you were gutted having to give it back. The full fat ST should be very interesting 👌

[@JMB1891]

It’s a nice car but my only problem is that it’s rather expensive, the ST Line X is £21k. Crazy money for a Fiesta!

[@CarObsession]

Hi JB thanks for watching. I can see what you mean, but it's worth mentioning that the ST Line X starts from £18,490, so not quite as dear as you thought. The one tested did have quite a few options, which is why it was more expensive.

[@JMB1891]

Car Obsession True, but I would imagine that a majority of buyers would opt for the 125 or 140 output and possibly 5dr. I’m just comparing this new generation to the previous one, the ST looks kind of a bargain when you think it started at just under £18k, the new ST is going to be closer to £23k. It’s nice to see Ford are now offering full LED headlights for the Fiesta, and at a very reasonable £600.

[@CarObsession]

Yeah I can see where you're coming from in that regard. I actually did a bit of looking, and I found an almost-new (it had done 600 miles) Fiesta ST Mk2 for £15,000. If you're willing to get an older you can get one for under £10,000 - very tempting indeed... It'll be interesting to see how much the new Fiesta ST will be - most places predict around £19,000 but I saw an article on Motor1 that suggested it will be around £23,000!!! Here's the link for the article: uk.motor1.com/news/227112/2018-ford-fiesta-st-debut/ I hope that is wrong as I feel that is simiply too much.

[@JMB1891]

Car Obsession Well my dealer just told me that you can’t currently order an ST Line X due to there being a problem with the leather seats, no idea of when that will be resolved. Yes that’s what I’ve read and been told by a few dealers, the ST will be around £23k.. that’s just too much imo.

[@SimonsVids222]

Can’t wait to get mine!!! Waited what seems like forever because of the shortage of leather

[@UltiMogr]

damn vegeterians.. people need to consume more meat! we need the leather!

[@jeffreypowell7417]

Great review thank you.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Jeffrey, thanks for the great feedback!

[@ExhaustedOfficial]

Fantastic, professional review great job mate

[@CarObsession]

Cheers buddy, that means a lot as this video was a stressful one to put together.

[@ExhaustedOfficial]

Car Obsession You can definitely tell the time and effort gone into this dude!

[@CarObsession]

You're too kind good sir! ☺

[@ExhaustedOfficial]

Car Obsession Credit where credits due hey! 😊😂

[@brianbilsborough1606]

Exhausted 1@q1

[@xf7185]

2:57 I dont think all ST-LineX’s come with the 5p in the arm rest section. Mine didnt have it.... gutted:(

[@CarObsession]

Maybe it was an optional extra? 🤔😂 Thanks for watching X F.

[@cyclemartin4073]

Price is too expensive for ST line 1.0 It’s not far shy of a bog standard ST fiesta . I do like little comforts such as cruise control , auto lights , climate , auto dimming mirror etc . I like having power under the bonnet ideally both , in the form of an ST2/3 however for the money if I had to choose I’d have the power . I’d settle for a base ST .

[@CarObsession]

I can see where you are coming from, but don't forget this is an ST Line X with options. The ST Line in its most basic form starts from £17,165. Admittedly, that still isn't THAT much cheaper than a Fiesta ST-1 (£18,995), but I suppose that's still around £2,000 difference. Mind you, I'd rather go for the full fat ST 😈 Thanks for watching.

[@cyclemartin4073]

Car Obsession I had an offer for immediate collection of an ST-1 for £17,698 in white 👎. I had an offer of £18,289 for a ST-2 Also in frost or frozen white? Can’t remember but white . I want a grey one with 18,s , red calipers , limited slip diff ,

[@stephenthompson2505]

That engine noise is because its three cylinders not a sound imposer

[@CarObsession]

Hi Stephen thanks for watching. You could be correct, but don't forget Ford uses symposer in some of its other models, so it wouldn't surprise me if one is used in the ST Line X. Thanks for watching. *edit* Mind you, it looks as if such a feature is used only for the full-fat ST models. It just sounded too good (and audible) to be true, but if that noise is the real deal, then that is a pleasant surprise! Also, I've driven a few three cylinders and none of them have sounded quite as good as this, and I've driven the standard Fiesta, so Ford must have done something with the ST-Line. Maybe it's the fact that's the more powerful engine, as the other Fiestas I've tested have been less powerful, or diesel.

[@CarObsession]

Afternoon Stephen, I just wanted to follow from my last comment. I have spoken with Ford, and they have said that the noise is not coming from sound symposer; it's down to the different exhaust and the fact that the engine is more powerful than the other Fiestas I've been able to test.

[@foxmix8519]

Nice engine sound and turbo whistle, sounds like a real sporty

[@robbiedouglas4946]

He does a decent review

[@CarObsession]

Hi Robbie, thanks for watching, and thanks for the feedback.

[@Claustie]

Excellent and informative video. Thank you 👍

[@CarObsession]

Thank you very much Claustie!

[@evil_g3n1u59]

glad am not the only one who finds the A pillow a bit too big lol

[@CarObsession]

Anthony Senior I've driven a few Fiestas and I've never found it to be an issue, but it just felt more noticeable in this model. Maybe the different roof lining highlights the issue more, who knows?

[@paraskevas0139]

Ford fiesta st line 125ps or peugeot 208 1.2 100 allure plus? I am searching for my new car! Thanks

[@CarObsession]

Hello paraskevas013, thanks for watching. Are you talking about the new 208?

[@paraskevas0139]

@@CarObsession yes my friend for the new 208 😉

[@CarObsession]

@@paraskevas0139 I've not driven the new 208 yet, so I'm afraid I can't comment.

[@andrewmaple9863]

Will do a review on the real st as well be nice to watch ??

[@CarObsession]

Hi Andrew, funnily enough I was speaking with Ford today - hopefully I'll get an invite to the UK launch of the new ST, but nothing is confirmed as of yet. Either way, I'll get to test it, it's just a case of when. Thanks for watching.

[@HMCarReviews]

Love your review of the ST line Fiesta, I have a bumper to bumper review of this car too. Come check it out on my channel!

[@charliestevenson1400]

When’s the new st review coming ?

[@CarObsession]

Hello Charlie, too early to say as I've not heard anything from Ford as of yet, but I would have thought it would be some time this year. Watch this space. Thanks for watching this video though Charlie 👍

[@adamtrew8106]

nice review!

[@CarObsession]

Hi Adam, thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching.

[@X77_MEDIA]

What’s the difference between the st line “x” and the st line???

[@CarObsession]

Hi Lewis, thanks for watching. The ST Line X has more features, such it has climate control, a bigger touchscreen (8 inches compared to the ST-Line's 6.5 inches), partial leather seats, automatic lights and wipers, rear privacy glass, cruise control, etc.

[@CarObsession]

Hi Bwead, thanks for watching. No, they are not heated. The Vingale offers heated steering wheel and seats, as does the ST-3 (ST-2 has heated seats but not heated steering wheel).

[@800Viffer]

@@curtiswhyte3297 Heated arse and hands come with the Comfort Pack as an optional extra 🙂

[@darkbydesign1031]

arent the 1.0 ecoboost engine problems getting recalled ?

[@CarObsession]

Not to my knowledge, I work at a Ford specialist independent garage and I've not heard anything of that nature.

[@Ambienfinity]

Excellent review, as ever. I know it's a better car than the previous generation, but I don't like that grille. I really don't. It looks like a manically depressed fish.

[@CarObsession]

Cheers Nodge X, yes I can sort of agree with you on the grille. Funnily enough, I saw a Zetec S (Mk7 Fiesta) today, and the front looked to be more sorted.

[@reinhardgeike8613]

Nice video, thx

[@CarObsession]

Reinhard Geike Glad you liked it, thanks for watching.

[@800Viffer]

Great review

[@CarObsession]

Thank you very much 800Viffer, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@800Viffer]

@@CarObsession No problem Reassuring to know that the 140PS ST-Line X I ordered yesterday is a decent car 😁

[@CarObsession]

What colour did you go for?

[@800Viffer]

@@CarObsession Magnetic

[@CarObsession]

Ooh, strong choice!

[@andrewberry2999]

Where do you put the CD player

[@CarObsession]

Hi Andrew, thanks for watching. From memory, I believe it's in the glovebox.

[@CarObsession]

Yeah, it is in the glovebox - have a look at 2:55.

[@anohsh]

Has this got a sports mode?

[@CarObsession]

Hi Prince, no it doesn't, but you can turn the traction control off.

[@justiceman9492]

Had a 70 plate St line for a week..... And I hate it!! Cheap plastics everywhere, petrol cap doesn't lock... Its just a heap of junk, spontaneous buy, but a calculated rejection..... Piece of junk..

[@694069406940]

it does look really ugly and to me that looks like a dull model no sporty looks about it atoll now the mk6 has the sporty looks. for me it's the front end i hate it. and i would never buy a keyless start car

[@CarObsession]

Fair enough, each to their own. Thanks for watching.

[@danielwalker2613]

If you're 6' 2" don't sit in the back behind a driver of the same height - just move to the other rear seat and sit behind someone who is much shorter - problem solved !!

[@CarObsession]

Hi Daniel, thanks for watching. Fully appreciate the point, simply giving an example.

[@stuartcampbell4414]

Your torque figure was wrong...sorry.

[@CarObsession]

How so? 🤔

[@stuartcampbell4414]

@@CarObsession the 100ps has 180nm and the 125ps has 200nm

[@CarObsession]

@@stuartcampbell4414 Hmm, interesting. I was going by the spec sheet given to me by Ford. In fact, I've just double checked it and it definitely says 180Nm - annoying.

[@stuartcampbell4414]

@@CarObsession it honestly isn't...I just done some home work there just in case I was wrong...the 100ps actually has 170nm and the 125ps has 200nm...I'm not trying to call you out I was just saying your torque figure was wrong

[@CarObsession]

@@stuartcampbell4414 I'm not saying you're wrong - I just looked online as well, I'm just saying it's annoying I've been given the wrong specs by Ford.

[@dadys31]

9 secs? that's slow as fuck.

[@CarObsession]

In fairness, it's not designed to be a hot hatch and Ford couldn't make it too fast, as it couldn't be too close to the new ST. Plus, it feels faster in real life. Thanks for watching Valeriu.