New Ford Focus ST 2020 review - is it a proper Fast Ford?

[@housepianist]

It pained me to watch this video as the owner of a '17 Focus ST in the States knowing we will not get this new ST here. Sigh...

[@MarcJentzsch]

Yep, and I am betting the contracted market for it now that it's not going to be offered in America has something to do with the cost to the Europeans. So Ford will probably sell fewer of them, then decide that even Europeans don't want them (forgetting that they may be asking too much for what they are offering), and then cancel them altogether so they can make yet another Canyonero.

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

haw haw

[@Matt-di6nb]

Hasn't it got something to do with Ford not sending certain cars over there or something like that?

[@mariusiosca6514]

At least you don't have to SEE it. Ihave a3.5 st as well , looks way better than te new one

[@scoobydoo7512]

Yea well at least ye get cheap V8 Mustangs..comfort yourself with that

[@IshmaelSimpson]

Am I the only one who enjoys the sound symposer? It isn't 'fake noise' per se, just engine noise pumped into the cabin. The noise isn't artificially produced.

[@mainman2999]

well, no, its actually fully synthesized, computer generated, it is NOT engine noise just amplified.

[@craiglees2056]

The ‘sound symposer’ opens a channel to the engine so induction engine noise comes through, it isn’t computer generated like the bmw system

[@nicolasnygaard556]

This guy is literally WIll Mckenzie from the inbetweeners, just without glasses..

[@jamesead9095]

No... modern day Quentin Wilson. xD

[@marney1708]

Ah the tyre of all tyres. The peelot sport....

[@Fastvoice]

That's exactly how they are pronounced here in the middle of Europe (France, Germany etc.).

[@jonathancleaves5714]

Nerd!!

[@youssefkhaled9666]

You're all cheeky. The whole peelot of you.

[@jonathancleaves5714]

😂 great reply 👍

[@swansmeister]

danget I thaught I was gonne be the only one commenting this, no realy I didn't :p

[@danielwright5104]

The resonator doesn't make fake noise... it resonates (echos) under the car. You wouldn't call a lounder exhaust fake noise

[@ALMX5DP]

Depends, the previous ST had a physical resonance tube that connected to the intake, however the RS had electronic enhancement that comes through the stereo. Did he mention which this new car has?

[@Neklank]

What are Michelin peelots, only heard them called Pilots 😜

[@HowToGoSupernova]

Yea I was thinking he's taking this accent thing a little to far.

[@Sicario969]

Maybe that's the original name and pronunciation it's supposed to have

[@Neklank]

@@Sicario969 possibly French pronunciation?

[@Sicario969]

@@Neklank yes that's right cuz he said Michelin in the French way

[@pharaongaming8617]

Michlaan Peelots you mean?

[@invisiblekid99]

The i30N is a fablulous car. It may be cheaper, but come back to us in 2+ years and see which is selling 2nd for more.

[@LivingLifeSlower]

Oops. Nope. Cant listen to this guy.

[@ENGBriseB]

130n is pretty crap in the wet and isn't that great. I think the ST holds its money well like the VW golf GTI.

[@steviesteve750]

Who cares what it looks like, in fact the more subtle Q car appearance is attractive. That torque figure should look even better after a generic stage 1 remap 👍

[@mikeh6096]

Im very sure its worth 2500 more then Hyundai.

[@ph1.n1n]

Nice package. Could’ve done with nicer taillights though, they already look outdated.

[@chrisorr3919]

They usually do a facelift in about 2 years. Maybe a slight tail light adjustment then. I think the face has alot of room for improvement so i look forward to that

[@bingobongo1615]

Philipp Kentner what? I love that look. Cant stand those slitty long backlights a lot of cars have nowadays

[@tsouroulis]

since when a Ford should be cheaper than a Hyundai mate?

[@the___truth8038]

A Hyundai is far more reliable & come with 5 years warranty.

[@yassirbelarabi1686]

Since the I30N is here.. Its even more expensive than a Megane RS

[@dimitriscsd]

@@the___truth8038 Ford is offering 8 years warranty here in Greece

[@the___truth8038]

DimitrisCSD Here in the UK we get 3 years & it’d probably be LESS if it weren’t the law lol 😆

[@forza223bowe5]

Fords are reliable

[@iandevine8995]

You won’t get the pops and bangs from the exhaust. The WLTP regs will make sure of that!

[@mad4tar77]

Here's a message that didn't age well.... considering all the clips of them popping and banging online

[@CarObsession]

Great video, but yes, the price is a sticking point. I love a fast Ford, but I think the new model is too pricey, especially when you park it next to an i30N. So, when it comes to the new RS, I reckon the price will be pushing 40k! That's not exactly the blue collar hero Ford has been famed for making. Still, at least we still have the Fiesta.

[@KuyaArbee]

Truth

[@huwllewellyn2278]

Or for that money a second hand mk3 rs

[@stevemk4st649]

Huw, agree, however you could say that about any car. Depending upon how old you go, you could pretty much buy what ever you want for 30K...….

[@tj323i]

Those speech mannerisms are really irritating.

[@steerj07]

Oh well, you'll live.

[@miloszstraczek9278]

Just don't watch it, if you don't like it

[@joshgoesflying2828]

I think if I had the choice out of hot hatches I'd have a hyundai i30n, never thought I'd say that, but forged from factory, track day warranty etc, I think it looks nice and from what I've heard is an excellent car.

[@mad4tar77]

I thought so too. Until i got one for a weekend test drive.

[@mad4tar77]

Nice video, enjoyed it. Thanks. I'm not bothered about it being more expensive than the Hyundai, i found the Hyundai to be cheap inside, and the ride to be overly firm, and that it suffered from terrible axle tramp. Watching the video it felt like you liked the Ford, found it very competent, but it didn't appear to excite you, which is a worry, an ST should excite

[@JMB1891]

mad4tar77 have you tried the Fastback N?

[@848Evo86]

I30(N) feels quite cheap indeed.

[@mad4tar77]

@@JMB1891 not for sale in Ireland. In any case I don't like the fastback looks, and the interior quality is still as bad

[@JMB1891]

mad4tar77 and the Ford interior is more premium, yeah okay. The Fastback has revised suspension which will also be on the hatchback, and is an improvement on the current setup.

[@mad4tar77]

@@JMB1891 correct, the ST interior is streets ahead of the i30N which is full of really nasty cheap plastic. I took one for a weekend test drive with a view to buy. Terrible ride quality even in normal mode, chronic wheel hop, too much road noise, and the engine is only ok, it's an ancient unit. Not a terrible car by any means, a decent first stab from the plucky underdogs Hyundai. Tests of the ST on UK roads will be telling Time will tell on the ST, but I also tested a Megane RS and it was in a different league to the i30N, albeit still with plenty of faults.

[@Twelfth12man]

Why would you spend 27k + when you could buy a much better 12 month old Golf R, Audi S3, BMW 140 or a FOCUS RS! Ridiculous...

[@massimilianocarraro1302]

And so what? You talking about a brand new car price vs used ones. In 12 this is also going to be cheaper and consequently cheaper than any used Rs3 m140 focus rs etc.

[@Donkjnr]

Why buy a 12 month Golf R, Audu S3, BMW 140 or focus RS when you can buy a 20 year old Bentley or a 15 year old Aston Martin or Jaguar XJ.... your lame comment could roll on and on and on.....

[@campkira]

u need people to buy new car so you can buy used one...

[@johngorman4555]

This is better looking compared to the golf R or Audi S3 hatchback.

[@jtrayforest]

Someone doesn't understand how used cars work

[@stevemk4st649]

Just so that everyone is clear. Got my MK4 ST before Christmas, and if anyone pays £32,000 then that is up to them. On my PCP I am actually paying £20 per month less than I was for my 17 plate ST MK3.5. There are discounts to be had which means no one needs to pay more than £29,000 at the most. And that is for a fully loaded one ( sunroof excluded )

[@delboy2596]

With the quality of this video. I thought i was watching Quentin Wilson

[@leebarlow2125]

I suspect he's modelled himself on QW. He'll be selling warranties next.

[@delboy2596]

@@leebarlow2125 LOL. The hairs getting slicked back more.

[@Neklank]

Quentin was way too slick, like a polished art dealer who enjoyed the finer things in life. Whatever happened to him...

[@kuddin9021]

If you work at Auto Express or sister company Carbuyer you slowly turn into Quentin Wilson, look at what happened to Rebecca when she was there

[@radudeATL]

When did Batch start on this channel? Subscribed immediately!

[@joeyflores4506]

You're sitting so close its making me uncomfortable

[@tomfinney4783]

Not fake noise !! it,s piped in from intake or 'induction' side of the engine through a hose into passenger footwell , ---- not through speakers !! sound symposer , fed off the intake sounds , like Fiesta ST. :-)

[@danielleroux6490]

Anyone watching in the US or Canada, PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Service. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

[@johnjackson12]

6:23 "but and there's a but" was so expecting him to say it will have the wrong head gasket fitted and engine will go boom in a year! But he didn't lol

[@adamcowdrey2391]

john jackson and your a typical 2016 head gasket troll, sorry I forgot to lol

[@johnjackson12]

@@adamcowdrey2391 not really I just find it funny

[@STEVEBHPDEVON]

Yarn

[@RandomVideosFirst]

Why would you pay £32K for this ST? , lovely M140I Shadow editions are available for as low as £24k on BMW approved

[@yamcha111]

used vs new, can make argument for why not get a rs

[@xIcarus227]

I don't understand this age-old discussion about used vs new cars. This car after it gets used will be even cheaper.

[@steviesteve750]

Wait 6 months and dealers will be knocking 10% straight away. Only a plonker pays full list for any car.

[@rokstaz]

Nice review and have to agree when they released the prices it put me off... initially they had been quoting 26k, now I know why it was for the diesel version, cheeky!

[@petercavellini3232]

But, as you and I know, it will get discounted, so you might get one for Hyundai money.🤔

[@claytonlareservee8448]

ford need to have an option to have the all wheel drive available in the st aswell. The Rs with all wheel drive makes the car a completely different car to drive.

[@williamdeasy7507]

I wouldn't believe anything auto Express says I have seen reviews when got things wrong I think focus st will be a great hot hatch

[@golddiggerdave]

32k..........LOL! Must be those new fancy tyres

[@chillout1109]

I really love the look of the new Focus. And more so, the look of the new Focus ST. But £32,000! We'll wait and see if my love for the ST is that strong.

[@stephenhitchen8753]

Didn't exactly push it did you, that's why I didn't excite you.

[@BearachMT]

Since when has Ford undercut Hyundai? Why not compare the prices to the VW golf?

[@formentorvz5]

The i30N is incredible for the money, way more real sound than the ST and equal performance. I think theyre on the same level...

[@ComeFlyWithMe2011]

@@formentorvz5 The Focus ST is half a second quicker to 100/62, plus the interior quality is way better.

[@BearachMT]

@@formentorvz5 you're right, the i30 is great value for money. But there's a reason why. Hyundai are doing the same thing that so many brands have done before to establish a reputation especially with a halo model. I think that we can safely say that Ford and it's performance division have been there and done that at this stage and so don't feel the need to compete. If the reviewer is going to compare the ST to the GTi in its ability then compare them in price too, just don't expect Ford to cut their prices (undercutting their residual values) just because Hyundai are looking to make a name for themselves.

[@crunchpunch8613]

@@formentorvz5 have you say real sound. Are you serious. The pops are too much and artificially and the sound is quiet. Only the pops are loud, to loud.

[@cyberpope2137]

@@formentorvz5 The Focus is faster, roomier and is of overall better quality, that's why it's not competing on lowest price. You can actually sit two reasonably tall people behind each other in the Focus which you can't in an i30N. On top of that you can be pretty sure a Ford dealer will give you a discount, making the price difference smaller. I'm not sure why people are comparing prices between these two cars. I find them both to be pretty similar with what you're getting for their prices.

[@Acideg4spoon]

Peelots four S. Seriously? If you want to speak it like French people, make sure to don’t mix it with English.

[@stevenspilsbury9801]

Think he had some lessons off Joey Barton

[@121zoso]

Must admit the Fiesta ST is looking like a bargain compared to this..

[@Chris-hw4mq]

Now a focus st edition is 40k shows how much prices increased

[@Pappadumdum]

Was there a mixup at the office cos this guy should be hosting a show about restoring historic mansions not a motoring show.

[@RobSmooth90]

Get it mountuned be even better. Got my older fiesta st mk7 with the mountune and it’s more torque from 2nd to 6th.

[@scoo3y]

Focus st. underated car..owned 2017 amazing car

[@RandomVideosFirst]

Did he actually actually say , Michelin PI LOT sport? 1:54

[@Fastvoice]

Yes, and he's right about it - at least here in the region where this tire is produced (France, Germany etc.).

[@-LK34-]

Wolfgang Messer no - the writing on and names of all Michelin tyres produced are in English

[@swansmeister]

@@Fastvoice Don't realy matter, the whole other part of the world calls it Pilot not peelot so..........

[@JoeMaranophotography]

Drunk Stewie Griffin reviews car.

[@abelisraelcruzayuso4682]

So they use the same roads as in 2018 to present the Focus ST to the press...

[@crocoman776]

£32,000 is not what a Focus ST should cost. Really scratching my head at that price?

[@Bikini_ST]

You got to have that magnetic ride in your economy car

[@davidhayes4814]

It is priced against the VW Golf GTI performance, starting at £33K. What the GTI loses in performance, it gains in refinement..... but that is their competitor. They have to make a profit and the i30N is a loss leader and not that nice inside. All these Hot hatches are terrific value, offering up to yesterday’s super car performance at a tiny fraction of their cost...... and they are much more practical and reliable that equivalent exotica from the 90s.

[@pb7870]

David Hayes I like VWs but they’re absolutely everywhere and the GTI doesn’t make sense to me when the R is so much better. I’d definitely try an ST.

[@JMB1891]

The Hyundai is far nicer inside than the boring Ford.

[@xIcarus227]

@@JMB1891 yeah no, the i30N is actually pretty trash inside quality-wise.

[@xIcarus227]

A softer suspension and a twisty chassis isn't 'refinement', especially in this class it's equivalent to 'boring'. I've driven Golfs and I've always failed to see this 'refinement' some of you are talking about, even in the higher trims. You want refinement get an Audi.

[@soundseeker63]

Wow considering the previous Focus ST started at around £23k the price bump to £32k is a bit hard to swallow! In fact that is the same price as the old RS!! I know Ford always sell for lower than list but even so I think thats going to put a lot of people off even considering one.

[@xIcarus227]

The difference is mostly because this ST only comes in the highest trim, there's no more ST-1, ST-2 and ST-3. You're basically getting this car full option aside from a sunroof, premium color and performance package. The old ST when maxed out was only 1-2k cheaper.

[@richardjallen1980]

Why compare it with a Hyundai? The real competitor is the Golf GTI which will be about the same money spec for spec (if not more). Call me a badge snob but I'll take the Ford any day, and fast Fords are known as being the best driver's cars, which is the whole point of this type of car!

[@tomfinney6498]

Not Fake noise !! the sound symposer ,has a pipe from the induction side to a diaphragm , which transfers intake noise to the cabin, with a pipe going through the firewall to the passenger footwell , Fiesta ST has it too , !! It,s on mine !! so not fake noise or through the speakers ! wish these reporters would do their homework before spouting 'Fake' Info :-)

[@pokest225]

Wrong. No more piping. All digital. The facelift mk3 focus st had it too. The new mk8 fiesta st too. Talking about european models. Not american.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@pokest225 My facelift '15 ST did not have electronic sound enhancement. It still had the physical tube connected to the firewall (which I promptly deleted after getting a proper exhaust).

[@pokest225]

@@ALMX5DP as I said, yours probaly is American model. In Europe, facelift came deleted from factory.

[@ALMX5DP]

pokest225 oh sorry I must have missed that. Interesting that Euro and US models are different in that respect. I wonder why.

[@robinmarples5198]

Why do they put this fake noise? I nearly bourgh a 308 gti and went for the megane 3 rs cup begause of that

[@mad4tar77]

And a dentist on hand to refit those fillings from that cup suspension that isn't adjustable for some bizarre old fashioned reason

[@benbradbury3665]

Shocking that it does not get a TFT cluster. Even the puma gets one.

[@williamgriffith9558]

so again Europe gets the best American car that can only be built in Europe

[@DjwXMci]

This is my next car when my current deal is up in 2021 can’t wait, seems like for ever but wow my glove box will be filled up with speeding tickets 🤣.

[@markuslc1888]

the price difference is way more between the i30n and the st, if you take them fully loaded, nobody buys such cars empty...but at hyundai you get really weak discounts whereas ford is much more generous, so at the end, it’s more a question of taste, than of price.

[@xIcarus227]

Actually this ST is already almost fully loaded, Ford has ditched the lower trims for some reason (that's why the starting price is so high), so you can basically only buy the highest trim. The options list probably includes the performance pack and a paintjob, and that's pretty much it. 2k extra tops. I think the price difference after discounts will be quite negligible.

[@JMB1891]

S how is £5k negligible?

[@xIcarus227]

@@JMB1891 read my post again.

[@JMB1891]

S I think you need to.

[@markuslc1888]

S not true, if i use the ford configurator i can put 8k of kit into the ford. then it is 6k more expensive than the i30n, but as i said my ford dealer offers a way better discount than my hyundai dealer so at the end there are hundreds of euros difference so it’s quite similar.

[@alanborder1484]

When they sell British accent, we assume the company is desperate.

[@slaychild1]

Going to the UK to get the 2020 RS and have it shipped back to the US.

[@danielleroux6490]

I agree! Please call or write Ford Customer Service. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

[@Jo3yPropane]

£32k for a Focus ST... Why would pay that and not go for Type R GT? What are Ford expecting to price the RS against? AMG 45 and RS3??

[@jayrave4]

Luke Sullivan the Type R is a difficult proposition for anyone over the age of 30 IMO - it’s just a bit too boy racer looking. Great car to drive though. .

[@jaayyboy28]

I have a 2018 focus st3 and was looking forward to testing this one. But I'm not sure on the price! Mines done 5000 miles in just over a year and will be well under the mileage limit I had set with my pcp when it goes back. I pay £349 a month now, much more than that and i wont be having a new one! Could have an a35 amg for that money 😎

[@majorminor3367]

Look up the new a class amg reviews. It's a fantastic car.

[@bobbybooshay5854]

I think you should be reviewing pastries, not performance vehicles.

[@Murphy252000]

Na, would rather have the fiesta over this.... bit samey

[@slapshot0074]

Serious question for anyone who knows. These cars that pump fake engine/exhaust noise into the cabin through the speakers - do they stop that when you actually listening to the stereo or do they continue to pump out crap through the speakers at the same time? Thus achieving the doubt whammy of irritating with its fakery AND messing up other audio?

[@johnwhite2143]

I wud choose this over a type r, megane rs, or hyundai i30n looks like a great car with enough room an enough performance for uk roads, would choose orange fury colour not keen on that blue 😅

[@saucysimpson259]

Do you wear any other trousers? 😂

[@car_detailing0327]

Do you know if they will come to the US?

[@danielleroux6490]

If we all write to Ford Customer Relations, maybe we can convince them to bring it us Americans! Let's all do our part

[@paulelliott3056]

This guy, seriously, straight out of a Monty Python skit

[@Rev915]

Wow, this costs double what I paid for my brand new ST last fall. Granted I got rebates..

[@stevemk4st649]

15K for an brand new ST...…….OK

[@GRIFF22]

We've found the new Quentin Willson!!

[@paulbarton957]

Where do posh people get their posh people trousers from? Are there special posh people shops that sell chinos in grape, teal or mustard? If so, can non posh people buy them or do I have to stick with sensible coloured slacks?

[@leoesposito8762]

Ford get your game together don't price your self out of the market listen to the people your customers. ..

[@pedroivo4836]

Don't really understand why this car so expensive for you guys. Here in Portugal it's the cheapest hot hatch you can buy. 41000 euros for the focus. 45000 for the hyundai. 51000 the Type R. Off course already made my choice and I am waiting for the new ST. Sorry for my bad English. The "value for money" that is the worst part for England its the best part here 🤣🤣🤣

[@hithere8699]

Thinking ahead to the RS - going in the right direction here

[@moonash1]

I feel like With the previous generations Ford always took an element from the mk1, mk2 and added it on where as with the new 2019 model it’s like they just stole the design off a Peugeot or a KIA and said here we go, to actually put an ST badge on it as well, Lord knows what damage they will do to the RS I pray they don’t ruin that too.

[@liamsnow7090]

Why would you pay £32K for this ST. When you could buy a used Focus RS with the same engine 2.3L more power & AWD. The Renault Megane RS Trophy is only a 1.8L & has more power 🤔.

[@mad4tar77]

Both of which have ridiculously firm suspension. The ST will have similar real world performance, but it'll be comfortable for everyday use also

[@joshbacon8241]

Why isn’t the diesel version of the new Focus ST offered with the 8 speed automatic gearbox like its petrol equivalent?

[@mattyoz0]

Diesel? wow, we're all different aren't we?

[@mainman2999]

my mate is soon to be taking his private pilots licence, then he will no doubt be a "PEELO" too! I lower my car by 10mm automatically every time i get in, its called " being a fatso", i need LUNCH CONTROL, not Launch control..

[@bigrigger3762]

Gotta say James I’m disappointed you haven’t matched your strides to the car this time 😟

[@haichyou2930]

I had the last gen focus st but got rid due to its boy racer image. I’ve got to say though I absolutely love the look of this new version and the performance/options seem much improved

[@HowToGoSupernova]

Sounds like Q but more British😂😂😂

[@manofbeard]

Still doesn’t beat the pops and burbles of the 5 pot Volvo engine in the ST and RS mk 2 Focus.

[@thrillbylg]

Cries in America 😩😭💔

[@troypower4733]

Nice step up for the ST, well done Ford! Now bring it to North America!!

[@Bikini_ST]

Youll spend 40k for a focus st?

[@troypower4733]

@@Bikini_ST There is no N American pricing for it, where is your $40K from? For the updated tweaks in performance, looks, etc....vs. an antiquated Golf R that is selling for $50K in Canada, absolutely the Focus ST would seem like a bargain at close to $40 K.

[@Bikini_ST]

@@troypower4733 i understand pricing isn't directly related to exchange rates but he said the car he was driving is 32k GDP. Which is 40k USD. I think the loaded MK3 ST was sold for 32k USD.

[@anthonywhatmore-ross8538]

This guy was deffo born with silver spoon in his gob

[@aftastosk6016]

a really sporty car cannot have any kind of fake sounds

[@mainman2999]

maybe tell that to BMW then...

[@forza223bowe5]

It doesn’t even have a manual handbrake

[@gammawaving]

Anyone know what colour this one is? In Australia there's one called 'Blue Panther' and I'm wondering if this is it. I think it might be 'Blue Metallic'.

[@jibberjabber6919]

You need to stabilise your in-car camera better.

[@diddyd8350]

Disappointing in my opinion with that screen stuck up like that instead of it being an integral part of the dash like is the case in my zetec s. I think they nicked that idea from Mazda, why? I have always liked the st but that has definitely put me off.

[@rmackrm]

I'm pretty sure that some verbal jockeying with one's local Ford dealership will force that price down - especially if the i30N is also on the shortlist - which it would be on mine. 🙂

[@forza223bowe5]

Why does it have an electronic handbrake?

[@jryalls]

If it was 3.5-4.5K cheaper I’d consider it.

[@xIcarus227]

@craig mitchell pillred That's what I'm planning, I just find it hard to pay the list price when I can just find an almost new one for 5 grand less. You should check the prices on Mustangs, you get a lot of pretty much full-option ones in Germany for about 32k EUR. Crazy value.

[@bingobongo1615]

Visit your local ford dealer ;) or use carwow. Ford has really great rebates

[@Mark-qc5ts]

Car people tell me, this or an Audi s4 Avant? (2018) I'm interested, never had a ford before..

[@adrianlowe1873]

Why does ford use an e-diff instead of a mechanical limited slip? Cmon even Hyundai uses a mechanical

[@SpeedbirdSix]

Both the i30 N Performance and the 2019 Focus ST (petrol) have a proper electronically controlled mechanical limited slip differential. The marketing used by both manufacturers is an e-diff. Its not really anything like the VAG XDS diff mimicking electronics.

[@adrianlowe1873]

J P thanks for that mate! I thought they were still using the old system that just used the brakes to mimic a proper diff 🤙🏻

[@BroadbandWatchAustralia]

Renault and Honda use mechanical (gear based) limited slip differentials inside the transaxle, Hyundai, VW and Ford use a BorgWarner ”add on" e-diff unit that sits on the engine half shaft which is a electronically actuated plated diff.

[@lew889]

I know then why don't they make it 3k cheaper and make the car worse?

[@noaddiction3194]

where are the triple guages

[@zlothra]

Hey the steering wheel is on the left, can you send one to USA for me?

[@Andrizza]

Comparing a Focus ST to a Hyundai and saying they should compete on price. Like comparing an Aston to a Renault Sport and saying the same. Badge appeal, design finesse and quality of build are a thing...

[@Silverdeamon92]

Valid points but in reality those forking over their hard earned money, being a savy shopper, will compare this to others for value-per-coin

[@raffiefoxmew3691]

Cars like this are purchases from the heart, not logical. If you want to tell your mates at the pub what new sporty car you bought, 'a new Ford ST' has pedigree, 'a Hyundai' sounds like a milk float.

[@pb7870]

I think if you sit in both cars you’ll actually be surprised how close they are in terms of build quality. Ford has never had brilliant build quality and Hyundai’s feel slightly more solid in my opinion. Neither have the same quality as a Golf and are closely matched.

[@Andrizza]

@@pb7870 I've owned two Fords and they have both been rock solid. Same as my partner's Ford. My current 2015 Focus ST, which I've had for over 3 years, has never missed a beat.

[@pb7870]

Fluragon I was referring more to perceived quality such as interior materials. Fords are reliable if looked after and definitely don’t have as many problems as other brands

[@aarvin1]

The thumbnail pic looked like a small Mercedes

[@MrVoayer]

Obviously, Ford Focus ST 2020. is well put together and guaranteed to cause a smile on driver's face. But that steering wheel is so unimaginative and so un-sporty !?!

[@Pechelo75]

Will love to have the new Focus family in my country. Sadly Ford thinks that we only like Suv's in here. Ok. They have very nice Suv's but getting rid of the cars linups like Fiesta or Focus. Mmmmm. I know that the Uruguayan market is too small. But they dont't even sell the Ka like in Brasil or Argentina. Now if you want a Ford here you have to be able to pay about 23500 dolars for an EcoSport wich is still competitive. But no more Fiestas is a bad idea for me. The Focus ST looks as cool as the Fiesta. Will love to drive one.

[@majorminor3367]

You are missing out. They are great to drive

[@Pechelo75]

@@majorminor3367 I can imagine cos the name Focus it's always connected to a fun to drive car. I drove an MK1 4 door more than ten years ago and I really liked it

[@Rayen_Mkaddem]

1:54 how did he say that with a straight face ?