The Focus ST is the midlevel performance version of the Focus hatchback; it slots below the new-for-2016 Focus RS, which is covered separately in the Research section. Ford’s new Sync 3 multimedia system is available for the 2016 Focus ST, which is still powered by a 252-horsepower, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. A six-speed manual is the only transmission offered.
- 18-inch alloy wheels with summer tires (all-season tires available)
- Honeycomb grille
- Reworked suspension with updated shocks and springs
- Available Recaro sport seats
- Flat-bottom steering wheel
- Gauges for turbocharger boost pressure, oil temperature and oil pressure
Here’s info on the regular Focus:
The 2016 Ford Focus serves as Ford’s entry in the compact class, and it’s available as either a sedan or four-door hatchback.
The 2016 Ford Focus is now available with Ford’s updated Sync 3 multimedia system. An automatic transmission is now available with the 1.0-liter engine, and there are new paint and wheel combinations.
- 160-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- 15-inch wheels
- Air conditioning
- Remote keyless entry
- Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
- Split-folding rear seat
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
- 123-hp, 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Sync 3 multimedia system
- Automatic air conditioning
- Heated side mirrors
- Power moonroof
- Cruise control
- Navigation system
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- Power driver’s seat