Ford Focus ST
The Ford Focus ST is a five-seat estate powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 176 kW. Measuring 4,360 mm in length with a kerb weight of 1,473 kg, it achieves a top speed of 245 km/h. Production commenced in 2000. The model has been subject to 17 recalls registered in EU Safety Gate and 36 recalls in the US NHTSA database.
| Manufacturer | Ford |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2000 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 110 kW (147 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 132 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,477 kg |
| Displacement | 2,318 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 245 km/h |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,360 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 1 European country that registered the Ford Focus ST in 2025 (336 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Ford Focus ST (from registration data). 6 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 2000–2008 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.9 l/100 km | 2000–2008 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.5 l/100 km | 2002–2004 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2003 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10 l/100 km | 2003–2004 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.9 l/100 km | 2003–2007 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Other Ford models
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 87% of Ford Focus STs pass their MOT test first time, based on 3,150 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Ford Focus ST in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Ford Focus ST?
- The Ford Focus ST has a rated top speed of 245 km/h.
- How much power does the Ford Focus ST have?
- The Ford Focus ST produces 110 kW (147 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Ford Focus ST?
- The Ford Focus ST is 4,360 mm long, 1,840 mm wide and 1,450 mm tall.
- How much does the Ford Focus ST weigh?
- The Ford Focus ST has a kerb weight of about 1,477 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Ford Focus ST?
- The Ford Focus ST emits 132 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Ford Focus ST have?
- The Ford Focus ST has 5 seats.