2013 Ford Focus ST Long-Term Road Test

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image2013 Ford Focus ST Long-Term Road Test

If you can own just one car and need it to serve two masters, the 2013 Focus ST shines.

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  • cuselancer17cuselancer17 Member Posts: 53
    Thats the exact point of a hot hatch or wagon right? I think the sedans are better looking 90% of the time, but if you cant afford or dont want 2 cars, the WRX hatch, Focus ST and GTI can really do 99% of what you ask of them. Heres hoping the next WRX comes in a hatch, with a more refined interior!
  • aggie94aggie94 Member Posts: 15
    I agree completely as a 6 month ST3 owner with twin 4 yr olds. Yes the full convertible car seats fit with 5'10" parents, and a moderate large trunk for road trips. For those unaware, the included full size spare and foam surround can be taken out for super trunk (std in Europe - spare extra), or replaced with the regular Focus mini-spare. I find the ST as fun to drive as my former 335i because the electronic nannies allow it, and the interior is not far from being as nice.
  • shepskishepski Member Posts: 45
    I think - with its full-size spare and Sony subwoofer - that the hatch of the ST is actually a major disappointment (and I still don't think it'd be enough for me even with the spare and subwoofer removed).

    If we could only get the ST Estate (i.e. wagon) stateside, THAT would be the PERFECT sub-$40K car.
  • vvkvvk Member Posts: 196
    To me, the best aspect of Focus ST is its buttoned down ride.

    The worst is its huge turning circle. After a series of cars with extremely tight turning circle, it will be very difficult to get used to.

    I forgot to check spare tire status during my test drive. I am extremely impressed to hear that it has a full size spare.
  • aggie94aggie94 Member Posts: 15
    Agree on the turning radius - odd in a compact relatively short wheelbase car, but you adapt to it. There's room for tire chains though, lol. Shepski, the subwoofer takes very little room and removing the spare and styrofoam make a noticeable 30% improvement. For instance, I can fit a double jogging stroller in flat, 20" wheels removed. I've also fit 3 new 18x8 wheel boxes vertically with backseat up (car seats installed). Most sedansand and hatchbacks would have trouble with 3 wheel boxes (similar to 3 medium large suitcases.
  • stunthuntstunthunt Member Posts: 5
    The ST is a very useful vehicle for daily activities, and can burn up the tarmac with the best of 'em! It has a great ride for such a high performance vehicle, AND you can run it on regular 87 octane if you so desire. That's really nice if premium isn't available, or costs 80 cents more per gallon than regular. When doing long highway roadtrips, why pay more for gas?
  • zippy75zippy75 Member Posts: 1
    These pretty much echo my feelings about my own ST.
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