Ford Fiesta ST offers a sweet drive, good looks and good value

Ford recently delivered the global public debut of the next generation Ford Fiesta ST amid the most exciting and comprehensive line- up of Ford Performance models ever, at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.

Introducing an all- new 200 PS, three- cylinder 1.5- litre EcoBoost petrol engine that will deliver an unprecedented combination of power and fuel efficiency, the next generation Fiesta ST is developed using the same Ford Performance innovation mindset that delivered the Ford GT ultra- high- performance supercar, on show in Ford GT ’ 66 Heritage Edition livery for the first time in Europe at the Geneva Motor Show.

Ford’s performance car offering in Europe also includes the Focus ST petrol and diesel models, the acclaimed Focus RS, and the iconic Ford Mustang. Ford performance car sales grew a further 14 per cent year- on- year in January, after recording a 60 per cent increase in 2016 – continuing the momentum from 2015 when performance car sales were

Ford Performance serves as an innovation laboratory and test- bed to create unique performance vehicles, parts, accessories and experiences for customers. This includes developing innovations and technologies in aerodynamics, light- weighting, electronics, powertrain performance and fuel efficiency that can be applied more broadly to Ford products.

The third generation of Fiesta ST will be the first Ford Performance model ever powered by a three- cylinder engine and the first Fiesta ST to feature selectable Drive Modes.

Ford’s all- new 1.5- litre EcoBoost petrol engine will deliver 200 PS, 290 Nm of torque and anticipated 0- 100 km/ h ( 0- 62 mph) acceleration in 6.7 seconds, using innovations including a new combination of port fuel injection and direct fuel injection, sophisticated turbocharging, and innovative new cylinder deactivation technology to deliver high power and responsiveness alongside reduced CO2 emissions.*

New Drive Modes will enable engine, steering and stability controls to be configured to Normal, Sport and Track settings for an optimised fun- todrive experience, and will also adjust the model’s Electronic Sound Enhancement technology and active exhaust noise control valve to deliver an even more satisfying driving experience by

The next generation Fiesta ST also will be offered with a greater variety of interior trim and personalisation options than ever before, and will be available in both three- door and five- door bodystyles from launch in early 2018.