USED Ford Fiesta ST (Mk8) - Such an underrated pocket rocket! But…

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Hailed as a go-to hot hatch, the Ford Fiesta would appear to be a great buy. But there are some serious mechanical considerations you should be aware of if you're in the market for one. In this video, we'll go over everything you should know, like hoe they're like to drive, to the features and what goes wrong with them.
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00:00​​​​​​​ - Intro
00:16 - What is it?
02:44 - Tech & features?
07:56 - What's it like to drive?
10:42 - Safety
11:06 - What goes wrong?
16:44 - Should you buy it?
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[@ReDriven]

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[@mrgurulittle7000]

I love the Fiesta and I am still bitter that Ford discontinued it. A hybrid Fiesta would be the exact thing Ford needs this day and age.

[@UncleJoeLITE]

That's a good idea.

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@UncleJoeLITEI want one in a hybrid so badly.

[@My_Old_YT_Account]

American car manufacturers not shooting themselves in the foot challenge (impossible)

[@mrgurulittle7000]

@@My_Old_YT_AccountAbsolutely. It’s like that with hybridization, electrification, and with building a reliable car. It’s like they can’t stick to one thing and improve it like the JDM automakers.

[@paulklp8262]

If any manufacturer made a manual, hybrid, subcompact, I'm ordering one.

[@andyh5666]

Bought one as my first brand new car end of 2020 (I'm in my 50's). I loved that little beast and would go for many drives purely for the entertainment value. I fitted a Milltek exhaust and stage 1 tune along with a few other minor but useful mods. Overall I was very happy with that excellent little pocket rocket. I later bought a 23 BRZ and owned these two cars together for around 18 months. In the end, the BRZ earned it's place in my garage over the Fiesta ST - with it's RWD and driving dynamics it's simply the better car of the two imo but still have great memories of the Fiesta ❤😆 It all goes full circle - ended up selling it to a family for their sons first car. He's a happy lad.

[@UncleJoeLITE]

Sound good

[@mattypearce]

0:00 i'm watching this with my mk8 fiesta st in my driveway, i'll let you know how upset i end up

[@Mexxx65]

Pre '19 or Post '19 model?

[@mattypearce]

11:06 uh oh

[@mattypearce]

16:51 nobody buy my fiesta from me :(

[@mattypearce]

mine's the MY2020.25@@Mexxx65

[@matthewroman3463]

Bahahahaha same with my mk8.5

[@HillJamie17]

This is probably my favourite car review I’ve ever seen. The insight from the mechanic towards the end is something I really appreciate as no other car channel seems to tell us this kind of information, so thank you. I’ve had a MK8 ST for just over 3 years now and the wet oil pump belt has been a concern of mine in the long term. I have the Performance Edition so hopefully if it holds its value well over time, the belt change might be a job worth doing. Great review 🙌🏼

[@ddsgardening7437]

Who doesn't like a pocket rocket

[@mohammadsattar5488]

Is that a rocket in your pocket ?

[@sergiosantos9418]

Doesn’t seem to be a lot of people who do, given the fact that they’ve all been discontinued.

[@customregina9383]

Love them so much 😍

[@tsubadaikhan6332]

@@sergiosantos9418 They have been discontinued by Ford. Who thought an electric F-150 would save the company. Logic has no place at Ford anymore. Whatever they've discontinued is probably their best product.

[@samartz]

Most americans haha

[@UncleJoeLITE]

Q: "What do you call someone who hangs out a lot with musicians?" A: "A drummer." _Just mucking around._

[@JordanReviewz98]

Currently watching this after having my MK8 towed back to the dealership yesterday for having the steering column locked up and unable to turn over 😅 thanks for taking on my feedback from the forums!

[@loges-ez6cz]

I had a 2009 Fiesta Zetec, bought it with only 10,000 km. Absolutely loved that car, so much fun to drive until it reached 60,000 km - then everything started to break. Cooling system, clutch linkage air con, black plastic trim behind the door falling off . It left me emotionally scared and although I was a Ford fan I vowed never to touch that brand again.

[@patrickchristensen7344]

I bought one of these last year and I bloody love it. It puts a smile on your face every time you drive it. I didn't know about the oil pump wet belt so you've terrified me about the FiST. I'm sure its nothing speed and power won't fix

[@kiddytube3915]

Just make sure you use the correct engine oil and change frequently. Every five years or so, get a mechanic to open up the sump and inspect the condition of the belt.

[@matthewroman3463]

Great video! Very informative about the reliability. have the new MK8.5 and love it to bits, so glad I managed to pick one up 😍. It's good to hear the 1.5L in the Fiesta's is decent. Pretty rare car now though, since Ford discontinued the lineup 😢. With it being a bit of a collectable now, quite a few people are keeping the MK8.5's relatively stock and trying to keep the odo down. The audio volume significantly reducing when reversing I actually think is a good thing - helps you focus on reversing/parking for a few seconds. I would definitely rather hear parking sensors instead of someone talking to help prevent a little crash. Love you're videos, keep it up!!

[@hermitageboy]

Great video. I love the ST , i bought a second hand one . Previous owner was an older lady they said so well looked after lol. Unfortunately i don't have the lsd on it but still enjoying it

[@danmccarthy4700]

That Wipertech ad made me want to buy some.

[@Runeakb]

Rented one in the UK on a business trip. It was a blast on the small country roads 🔥🔥🔥

[@steveraleigh100]

Have one and love it. I've never driven anything that comes near it. I'm going to do everything within my means to keep it going. My mechanic has an 8.5 so I know he'll look after it.

[@stevensumner3146]

Another cracking vid guys 🎉 great work cheers 🍻

[@ReDriven]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Watcherw1]

This is great content, lets get you guys to 500k subs and beyond

[@planestrainsdogsncars4336]

Are you Adams Mum?

[@ElaineOng-ty9kw]

Hi, love how honest and professional of your content. Can you do a video of mercedes benz e350 coupe amg premium plus 2019 please? Looking forward to that! Cheers mate!

[@PolarenX]

Having owned a Mk7 for 5 years, I love these cars. Is the blend door actuator still an issue? It was a fun problem when I owned it in Canada.

[@kevinkeast9610]

@ReDriven Love the reviews guys. Did you get the 308 GTI BPS in Australia? If so would love to see a review of that and hear what you think compared to some of the other hot hatches! Thanks

[@hpana123]

I bought mine recently at 31k miles, I love it so much. It literally cannot be beaten on English roads. It’s got more power than you could need. Pulls great, amazing handling even at speed when throwing it at corners, it’s economical when you need it to be. I’ll never sell it

[@WALKET91]

Bought a mk 8.5. I lose some little features but I’m not worried about that, unsuspectably comfy and less noisy than I expected and could addict to going fast easily.

[@TwistedDonners]

I was with you up until Hullsy mentioned the engine then it was a solid nope from me. Do have to admit that it has an understated charm about it with the looks. That reverse dong killing the audio something that'd piss me off immensely as I like my music lol Good work as always guys and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍

[@Nakke144]

The engines are solid. I don't really understand why one oil pump belt and timing chain is such a big deal? Many cars have timing belts that have service intervals that cost much more to change than oil pump belt + timing chain on one of these. OEM parts from Ford including all gaskets etc. is well under 200€, and labour time is 4,5-6hours depending on the mechanic.

[@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310]

We just bought a 2010 fiesta poverty pack as a cheap runaround while we’re working and it’s a bloody hoot to drive. It’s about to click over 300000 kms, drives like a go kart. A few things are failing with age and use but for 3k we couldn’t go wrong.

[@danielnicholson6174]

Mate the basic fiesta of this generation is so much fun, I drove one recently and it made my Nc MX5 feel pretty boring, I'm now on the hunt for one

[@dave597]

I have the non-ST, the seats are standard non racing type which seem to be more comfortable, and I believe you can disable the rear parking assist and sounds in the settings.

[@paulklp8262]

Review an i20N

[@russell3436]

They only review cars older than 3 years i20 N is still too new of a car

[@ReDriven]

Soon as it’s old enough, it’s happening. - AK

[@RANDYLIZARD]

Just be ready for the fuel pump issues on the early ones that are raising their heads now. Thankfully mine was built after Feb 2023 when they changed manufacturing methods on the pumps. Mega sexy car though! Love mine.

[@FalconXE302]

Had 2 Ecoboosts and no oil leak issues... anywhere. The High Pressure fuel pump failed on the Mark IV ST Focus though. Easy fix... but probably a bit pricey outside of warranty. My Mark 7 Fiesta had the factory approved Mountune update and did 140,000 with zero problems and I would guess would be good for 300,000 easily.... if well serviced. Secret to highly strung Turbo charged engine is fresh oil every 7500 kilometres. It's cheap insurance.

[@salvarsal]

still using my ford fiesta 1.5 MT (2013) performed well and before upgrade size 15 to 16 inch wheels.. it top speed reach for 192km/hour...

[@nathansmith6914]

Good onya Zac!

[@willwho0000]

that intro was pretty smooth

[@davidmarques8448]

Knocking steering was mentioned but now how to fix it though... Throughts? I did notice that with new pads it seems to go away

[@wackpaddyknickknack]

I had an Econetic from new for about 5 years, it was awesome, change the wheels an put some quality rubber on it an it was simply so much fun. Only sold itmas wasnt bug ebough for a car seat. I know theres been problems with those dieseles but mine never faulted. Really, the only isse was that the Ford dealerships were just utter Cee you next tuesdays to deal with.

[@Robw516]

I imagine the wet belts have been made thicker and changed slightly on later models. I know the 1ltr engines had a better belt around 2019/2020 after speaking to Ford technicians at my local dealership while servicing their equipment. Would make sense at least to me the 1.5ltr was improved too.

[@bikeman123]

2019 the ecoboost engines switched to timing chains.

[@tba3900]

I call BS on 6-7 hrs for an oil pump belt or even wet belt for timing. I buy fiestas that have wet belt issue or DPS6 issues and I can safely say they can be done properly in around 3 hrs start to finish. The longest part is clean up the old sealant .

[@neoneo9573]

do a review on the Suzuki swift sport zc33s

[@tba3900]

As for sync 3 in reverse, all I did was increase the volume while in reverse and you don’t have the muted sound . No idea if all sync 3

[@stevenspecht001]

The fiesta st is gorgeous and everything I like about subcompact/hatch backs. Being a Canadian and at the mercy of NA market is very depressing.

[@chemaguti7657]

I love the Fiesta ST

[@davidcisme1615]

One car that I still think looks great & two people I know that have owned them, still regret selling them, is the early Focus XR5 Turbo's

[@user-dx8li8gc3e]

Speaking of dodgy Thai massages, AJ looks like he’s been through a fair few in his day!

[@KecahirEdits]

Hi, I own Fiesta mk7 basic model and i like it a lot. It is my first car it has only 36 000Km ( Half of those km are mine). It has very accurate steering and is nimble only thing that occured as you said is that clicking or oncking noise when turning mainly on spot. What could cause it I would like to fix it. Greetings from Czech republic.

[@macdacsky2701]

Hi Adam …great stuff here 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Is there any chance that you could do a full review on Merc C-Class Coupe 2015-2023 .. perhaps on diesel models ..? If is possible 👀… Pretty please 👍🏻😅

[@vellymagagula6490]

Drove the 74kW 1.0T Fiesta mk8 and it was a blast to drive sadly it started developing a lot of issues whilst under warranty luckily never the wet belts. Traded it in at 113000km for a lukewarm mk3.5 Focus 1.5T ecoboost hatchback pushing 134kW and 240N.m with all, and I mean all, the optional extras ticked including the styling pack option. It's sad that Ford never brought any of its new gen hothatches to south africa.

[@johnphaceas7434]

Full Only Fans style leg-spread. That's poetry folks.

[@FalconXE302]

With the driving... your description of the driving experience is basically describing what an ST is all about. Now, the reversing... if you are worried about listening to the radio more than reversing, your not driving properly... and please, how often are you reversing.

[@medialeppis7875]

Could you do a video of Suzuki Grand Vitara, Thanks

[@WALKET91]

2019 and later 1.0 ecoboost had now chain too

[@xaviersandrinedemay6396]

Programmed obsolescence...thanks guys!

[@jackh4787]

The only fans stance. Never fail to make me laugh AK.

[@nk53nxg]

Can Redriven do a review of the BMW Z3, these are quite old now but still numerous enough to still have quite a few on sale? I think these are going to become classics, especially the straight sixes. These were built when BMW still made long lived mechanical drive lines and are reasonable to repair at home (not much room in the straight 6 engine bay though). I thought about one of these as a mid life crisis project 😂.

[@xaviersandrinedemay6396]

Good idea, do it! 🎉

[@hiroky19662001]

if that project is going well i will do that too

[@liberty0758]

26 grand for a not so good one and 45 for a good one? Fuck. Right. Off. Would rather get a good Megane RS for 30 instead.

[@BraaapBraaap69]

45k! jesus

[@two40]

A Turtle with a Jubilee - you're a classy man 👌

[@owencampbell7956]

I think I spent more time looking at the turtle than the car 😂

[@nightmareonstilts]

This car will feature in ReDriven's best cars of 2024 video at the end of the year. At the 10 year mark, $1-1.5k in today's money for a mechanic to replace the timing chain and oil pump belt in 3-4hours isn't enough to make me run scared and sell my mk8 FiST

[@andrxia7953]

could you do a video on the base model r34 skylines?

[@hellomotto1595]

can you please do the ford focus st mark 3/3.5 next?

[@PristineDetailers]

Please do a FK8 Type R!

[@mintydog06]

I saw a comment that said if you lift the headrests up on the back seat then they can be folded flat.

[@user-io7gp5rn9u]

Can someone tell me does the i20n feel bigger inside

[@claudiadavies5110]

Time for the flashy, showy, incredible i20n to strut its stuff💙. Still loved your review and I do like this car, but for me it doesn't look quite hot enough (i20n owner here, quite obviously I suspect) 😊

[@eponymous7910]

i20n is a nice little rocketship but it's kinda like a naturally good-looking chick who cakes herself in makeup, it just looks like it's trying too hard. i30n on the other hand is understated with just enough visual cues of its potency. In my opinion

[@claudiadavies5110]

@@eponymous7910😂 I like your description of the little beast and I think it fits and have to admit it makes me smile every time I look at it for its over the topness 🤣

[@InterTay]

I’ve finally worked out that the host reminds me of Peter Russell-Clarke 😅

[@1250GSX]

G'day

[@brandonheinrich6728]

Bought brand new in 2020. Had a new engine replaced by Ford under warranty at 30000kms due to oil leaks. Loved the car but sold it after :(

[@nicksmpsn6546]

Aussies do car reviews best! As a Miranda NSW kid who was moved to Glasgow, Scotland when i was 12, I miss the no nonsense style of my fellow Australian.

[@epbrown01]

Mechanical concerns? Just try to find a Fiesta ST or Focus ST without accident damage. Usually around half have accident history.

[@andyh5666]

Seemed like much of what Jim was referring to here (in terms of issues) was not related to the Aus delivered Mk8 Fiesta ST. There was wet-belt etc mentioned and other issues that really don't sound like they apply here in terms of a review of an Aus delivered/spec MK8 ST.

[@nightmareonstilts]

Jim is correct. The Aus delivered MK8 ST's have a timing chain and a wet belt for the oil pump. Redriven do a pretty good job with their research

[@andyh5666]

@@nightmareonstilts Thanks for the correction.

[@H-jb4tf]

Fords are known to have firm uncomfortable seats. Ford Focus did and the Puma suv. It is like sitting on firm cardboard. One likes to have comfort seating, not end up with numb bums. How i love my Golf R instead. 😅😅

[@samuelmbugua3079]

Kindly do a review for Mercedes-AMG C63 S Estate

[@muscle_car_guy2338]

After hearing how they are mechanically it's not worth the hassle in the long run

[@Nakke144]

The engines are solid. I don't really understand why one oil pump belt and timing chain is such a big deal? Many cars have timing belts that have service intervals that cost much more to change than oil pump belt + timing chain on one of these. OEM parts from Ford including all gaskets etc. is well under 200€, and labour time is 4,5-6hours depending on the mechanic.

[@eponymous7910]

Peugeot 308 gti review next pls ❤

[@timj41]

To be fair, what’s worse than bashing into something when reversing because you were listening to audio which over rides the parking sensors ?/?

[@Pkari]

I looked at this, Puma ST, Focus ST. Ended up with the Focus because I couldn’t feel that I trust the 3 cylinder 😬 I’m sure I’d love it, but I’d rather live with the (as Mazda would say) “right sized” 2.3

[@alexecristian937]

Yes, but the 2.3l in the last RS had serious problems. Are the issues gone on the latest 2.3 in the mk4 Focus ST?

[@Pkari]

@@alexecristian937 2016-17 cars as far as I know. They had the wrong head gasket installed from factory (mustang one). Older and newer models have been quite reliable. Mk4 ST definitely has the correct part fitted, the mess was an embarrassment Ford was keen to avoid.

[@rxs87]

If only the Fiesta ST and the polo GTI had a baby then we would have the ultimate all rounder pocket rocket!

[@Jorgie000]

ST Recaros have always been really tight. Ive had plenty of awkward moments when having to give chonky people a lift in my Focus.

[@heronshorts]

mk3 or 3.5 focus st when??

[@mattdebyl8806]

Abarth 595/695, MX5 or Swift Sport.

[@niklasfrisell5714]

what a cliffhanger, what was the problem with the steering?

[@ravipeiris4388]

This car is what the GTI high point in the 1980s used to be.

[@sivuyiledumalisile6308]

Ford South Africa didn't give us this ST . I'm still mad at them for doing that .

[@stuartarneaud218]

What sense it’s making buying one when u have up to 180km. B4 serious engine failure can happen 😅😅😅

[@Nakke144]

Hmm, why is oil pump belt + timing chain maintenance such a big deal? I work for a garage, and had a look what OEM parts cost to do the job, and everything is dirt cheap. Timing chain kit + oil pump belt + some other stuff that's needed like front end main seal and valve cover gasket etc. total up to well under 200€. If its around six hours to change, it isn't that expensive - quite affordable really, and costwise not much more than a conventional timing belt job.

[@mohamadsaj7073]

Third visit to Rhodes according to my count

[@FalconXE302]

They we not in the low 30k brand new inc on road costs.... it was high 30's... was 33k new without on road costs.

[@eDENTECHNOCYBERHUB]

YOUR BIGGEST KENYAN FAN, SUBSCRIBER, LIKER, COMMENTER RIGHT HERE, AS USUAL, 23/02/2024

[@damilolaakanni]

A 3 cylinder engine in the Fiesta ST? I thought it was a 2.0 turbocharged 4 cylinder...maybe I'm thinking of the ones sold in the US, or the previous generation.

[@andyh5666]

Yep. Mark 8 model changed to the 3cyl.

[@pokest225]

Fiesta st never had a 2 liter engine en the US market. It was a 1.6.

[@richieduck67]

FiSTing is always good

[@nathansmith6914]

Wrong channel 😊

[@stevearthur1580]

Fingering will make your day, but fisting will make your hole week!! 😂

[@kiddytube3915]

I’d buy these simply for the fact that they are made in Germany.

[@RobbieSheng]

Welcome to Rhodes

[@williamstewart3469]

So, long term, about as reliable as a politicians promise, and around as expensive to fund. But in the short term, a party every day.

[@Nakke144]

The engines are solid. I don't really understand why one oil pump belt and timing chain is such a big deal? Many cars have timing belts that have service intervals that cost much more to change than oil pump belt + timing chain on one of these. OEM parts from Ford including all gaskets etc. is well under 200€, and labour time is 4,5-6hours depending on the mechanic.

[@williamstewart3469]

Just imagine if Mazda did it, using an engine made of actual metal.

[@UncleJoeLITE]

Sure, it's a great car to drive, I do far prefer 5drs on my hot hatches & they got rid of the 500 buttons & switches. But it's still a modern Ford, basically the Ranger Company. Yeah...nah, pass. =)

[@54FLEX45]

So harsh these things, I pity anyone who daily drives them. Especially people riding in the back. Weekender on the cheap.

[@mattypearce]

i daily mine because my weekend car is less practical and comfortable 😅

[@timj41]

Q. How do you know when a shit drummer is at the door ? A. The knocking speeds up

[@djappnew]

Its an absolute Chav Magnet no way

[@marklivos]

Mazda speed 2.5

[@johnknight9150]

Similar whinge to the numb bum: there are a lot of cars I would like to own but can't because of the shoulder bolstering in many modern cars. I'm just at the height where my shoulders don't fit properly and the bolsters push my shoulders forward which is agony after about tend minutes. This is particularly the case with sports models of cars, and the only way I could own them would be to have seats from the pleb models.

[@jimkyle8008]

Why does every video on KZbin reviewing the Ford Fiesta always choose the ST version?

[@ReDriven]

Unfortunately we never really ’choose’ The cars we review. We rely on the generosity of our community who lend us cars, so we don’t have the same flexibility as other channels.

[@xnx304]

they (Ford) discontinued Fiesta. A stupid decision

[@10Gnagsta01]

not that scratchy plastic hahahahah

[@japraksarma1713]

Nooo not GR Yaris…😊

[@LincolnRobinson]

Only fans Thai massage! 😂

[@nikitakachanovsky4589]

i20N Looks better :)