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Ford Focus ST Mk2 ST

Headline trim: 2.5 turbo I5 — 222 bhp, 0-62 in 6.8s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
222 bhp
0–60
6.8 s
Top speed
152 mph
MPG
27 mpg (US)
Used
$3,200-$10,000

Strengths

  • Volvo I5 warble
  • Edition 30 5,000 cars
  • Affordable hot hatch

Weaknesses

  • Volvo I5 timing belt
  • Coolant leaks
  • Front-wheel torque-steer

Notable tech

  • C1 platform
  • 2.0 NA Duratec / 2.5 turbo I5 (ST)
  • 5MT or 6MT
  • FWD
  • 3-door / 5-door / Estate

Common issues

  • Volvo I5 belt
  • Coolant
  • Torque-steer

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk2 ST's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

Pick two engines to compare
Focus ST170 2.0 NA
BHP170
Torque196 Nm
0–608.0 s
Top139 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
Focus ST 2.5 turbo I5
BHP222
Torque320 Nm
0–606.8 s
Top152 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
Focus ST Edition (post-2009)
BHP222
Torque320 Nm
0–606.8 s
Top152 mph
MPG (US)27 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT