The 2014 Ford Focus ST will be made available to buy in the spring 2014. This latest premium car is actually the third generation of ST series that adopts the swept-back headlights seen on the XTS and ATS models. For 2014, the ST will come with a brand new ladder frame as seen on the 2014 Ford Escort models. Additionally, the all-new ST will retain its solid rear axle as a way to enhance ride quality and durability as well.
Interior
Inside the 2014 Ford Focus ST, you may expect for the new CUE infotainment system with a large touch screen, more up market and Focus-specific styling to justify the higher sticker and the much higher quality materials including real wood, metal and leather. Other standard interior equipments of ST are a lane departure warning system, potentially a Heads Up Display (HUD), radar-based cruise control, 3-zone automatic climate control, remote ignition, power-adjustable pedals, driver memory functions, heated and ventilated 10-way power front seats (with 4-way lumbar adjustment), an auto-dimming rear view mirror and an upgraded leather upholstery. Moreover, there will be also a rear view camera, Bluetooth, a navigation system, a ten-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system, rear audio controls, a CD player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and iPod/USB audio interface.
Exterior
Towards the exterior styling and features, the Focus ST (smaller than 2014 Hyundai Sonata) will be manufactured with a boxy appearance, the bold signature Focus grille flanked by vertical headlights, the A-pillars that are similar to Silverado/Sierra, main headlamp fixtures, the chrome framing on the upper part of the doorframes, the mirror-like coatings in the lower intake gills, side steps and trunk plaque. There will be also the thin tail-lights near the roof, a belt-line that rises towards the rear, with smaller third row windows, the rear fenders that are more flared than the fronts, rear wheels with a wider stance than the front wheels and shorter rear windows as compared to other ST models.
Engine
In terms of performance and power-train, the new Focus ST will be backed up with a new small-block V8 engine with direct-injection technology and a cylinder deactivation system. The standard transmission option will be a 6-speed automatic transmission and there’s rumor that later in the next production of ST, an 8-speed automatic transmission will soon replace it.
Price
The estimated price level of the 2014 Ford Focus ST will be ranging from about $57,175.
