2016
Ford Focus ST

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Notable features

New Sync 3 multimedia system available
252-hp, turbo four-cylinder engine
Six-speed manual
Four-door hatchback body style
Recaro sport seats available

The good & the bad

The good

Acceleration
Handling
More civilized ride than previous model
Fuel economy

The bad

Automatic transmission not offered
Sedan body style not offered
Recaro seats not universally loved
Torque steer
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Expert 2016 Ford Focus ST review

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Vehicle Overview

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.

What’s Special

  • 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.

New for 2016
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.

Significant Standard Features

  • 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

Significant Available Features

  • 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

2016 Ford Focus ST review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

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.

What’s Special

  • 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.

New for 2016
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.

Significant Standard Features

  • 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

Significant Available Features

  • 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

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
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5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

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90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
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Consumer reviews

91% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.6
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

  • By Becky from Newport
    Owns this car
    May 15, 2021

    Great car! Would buy another vehicle from these gu

    Daughter loves car! Car runs great,also needed an extra key. They took care of that quickly. Bobby was friendly and efficient at his job,we will shop there again! Also recommend to others!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jacky from Doha, Qatar
    Owns this car
    January 5, 2020

    Still love it

    Had this car for 3 years now and it still puts the same smile that it put on day 1, absolutely love it, it'll surprise you when you accelerate for the first time while the cornering is superb.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Ford Fan from Chicago , IL
    Owns this car
    November 18, 2019

    Best car I've ever owned

    Runs and drives perfect. Very comfortable and incredible gas mileage. Interior lay out is great with power sun roof and the ability to change the interior light color on demand.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Catasetumkid from Ann Arbor, MI
    Owns this car
    October 24, 2019

    Love love love this car!

    My prior car was a Mini Cooper S, but after it came off warranty, it was one problem after another and all were very expensive to fix. So when the time came to buy a new car, I wondered what could I get that would rival the Mini Cooper S's performance and fun? I did the right thing, and bought a Focus ST. This car is a blast, and I absolutely love it. If I had one thing I would change, I would like a bigger gas tank. Other than that, it is the PERFECT car for me.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ronboy from Jacksonville Florida
    Owns this car
    September 6, 2019

    Great ready for go to jail tickets

    Amazing handling, find a-curvy road loose anxiety, line of traffic moving slow, down shift.. bam gone .. vamoose you’re gone scaredy-cat fast..then cruise super silence..out the door prices .. give away.. so true got mine!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By waggers from Toledo, OH
    Used to own this car
    July 15, 2019

    Least reliable car we have ever had in our fleet

    Ford seems to continue to deny they have issues with the Focus. We had 6 of them ranging from 2013 - 2017. ALL OF THEM have has transmission issues. Ford is simply non-responsive. Selling all of them and buying Chevy Cruzes.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By CarlosM from Davenport,IA
    Owns this car
    June 12, 2019

    Fun little car, that’s really reliable!

    Is a great family car that is fun and quick at the same time! Has good space, & is great for winter All an all great car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jlozada from Portland
    Owns this car
    March 4, 2019

    Most fun car I've owned

    This car is very fun and fast for the value , the focus st is a car very underrated when it comes to the hatchback class but it is a complete package making it one of the top if not the number 1 in his class
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Samantha from Franklin ma
    Test drove this car
    June 16, 2018

    New to me car

    This wasn?t the car I went looking for but it was the car i purchased. So happy with it! I will be the proud owner come Tuesday.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By slick from bloomfield nj
    Owns this car
    June 8, 2018

    this car is great

    This is the best car i ever owned it's fast good on gas very comfi and holds you in theseat on fast turns the stereo is the best I will get a corvette next
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Cmackiest from Edmonton
    Owns this car
    June 4, 2018

    Perfect car

    The best car I?ve ever owned. Definitely buy again. I definitely have the most fun in this car. Get lots of compliments. Love love my car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mary from Bowling Green
    Owns this car
    March 14, 2018

    Love it!

    It is awesome, 30 mpg, beautiful interior and exterior. It suits all of my needs. I travel for work and 30 dollars fills my tank
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Ford Focus ST?

The 2016 Ford Focus ST is available in 1 trim level:

  • ST (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Ford Focus ST?

The 2016 Ford Focus ST offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Ford Focus ST?

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Is the 2016 Ford Focus ST reliable?

The 2016 Ford Focus ST has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Ford Focus ST owners.

Is the 2016 Ford Focus ST a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Ford Focus ST. 91.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 36 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.4

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