A Complete Disappointment? Ford Fiesta ST Review & Buyers Guide

In an era where hot hatches leave the factory with 400bhp+ how does the humble mk7 Fiesta ST hold up? Is it a complete disappointment or is it here to teach the new kids on the block a thing or two?

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[retrologic]

I have one. Had it over 5 years and finding it hard to replace. Stage 1 since new. Don’t really need anymore. As video mentions just enough to let you drive it flat out everywhere without getting in too much trouble. 👍

[FreeThinkingTruther]

Owned my ST3 mp215 from new since 2016, approaching 100k miles, only issues I've ever had are, the boost solenoid went bad, it kept snapping the stock springs (replaced with eibach, no more snapping) and a worn lower control arm rear bush, replaced with poly bushed units. oh and both illuminated sill plates have stopped working and the paint is notoriously pants, chips so easily.

Great car honestly, considering getting something a bit bigger, but if I can wangle it, ill be keeping the fist, as I know selling it would be a huge mistake!

[Voldnarok]

I bough my ST from 2016 few months ago I'm the second owner, same cooler as the car you reviewed and I simply love my ST.
My car it's all stock, no mods and I'll keep it like that.

[KeironMacleod]

I’ve had two of these, an Audi S3 and a Mercedes A45 AMG. On a twisty road the fiesta was the most fun especially for it being FWD

[TheShinyShow]

Good note on the engine recall. I think any hatches with 400bhp really need to not be called hot hatches and instead hyper hatches or something because it's just not the same category.

[karllelliott]

You hit the nail on the head ref: this cars performance! Approx 200-220 BHP is enough 95% of the time on our UK roads and the handling (slightly nervous ride aside) is really really good. I think you are spot on with your other points too. I have owned one for 3 years now and preferred it's handling to my MK3.5 Focus. A short shifter and roll restrictor engine mount are great cheap additions to consider also. The thing I love most however is no effing stop/start button. The MK8 FiST is also very good.

[JackH-zhwh]

My Fiesta ST is easily the best car I've ever owned. Ok, not the fastest, at least not in a straight line, I've owned a 180sx and a soarer both of which with several hundred more horsepower than a stock ST. There's something about this car that makes you want to chuck it round corners and see how well it can grip hold of the road and as you say you can do this without worrying about losing your license. The suspension is stiff but not bad on long journeys. The seats are incredible, and for a 1.6 turbo it's really economical which as of recent events isn't unwelcome! Brilliant car, for the road I think there isn't much better. The 'hyperhatch' cars don't interest me, because there's always going to be someone with more power, but the Fiesta doesn't try and compete with supercars and pretend to be something it's not. Best hot hatch ever!

[_x]

Found a low mile 2019 (last year available in the US) almost two months ago and I'm in love. I just wish they sold the two door here, it looks so much sleeker

[padster]

Nice review, I love mine, owned it 7 years now from new and hard to let it go. This model on a backroad is hard to beat

[SuperCarGenius]

It’s scary that new hatches are now rivalling super cars of yesteryear. Still a fan of these mk7’s good insight thanks.

[neilwatson]

2017 ST3. A real sweet spot. Full stop. Wife has had one from new. A gem.

[samstewart]

my friend had a stage 2 fiesta ST and it was such a nice car truly

[bristolbullterrier.]

I have a mk7 Collins stage 2 plus, running 240 bhp with mountune springs, short shifter, put a cpe engine mount on, which makes this car stiffer, better cornering and a lot less torque steer, wouldn't change it for a mk 8.

[astradala]

It’s a great car. Exceptional on B roads. I’m looking to go stage one puma take it up to 235bhp. Great video though

[TIMSTURBO]

Im going from a MK8 ST back to a MK7. …8 just spins its wheels …7 was the sweet spot

[paulstaffordcook]

This was the most fun car I’ve ever owned. I miss it dearly. Great review 👍

[Highlander]

I am descendant of the Douglas clan.
I'm a 6'4 Scotsman. A big lad born and raised in the promised land of America.
This car is a complete blast to drive. Hope to purchase one in next few years

[patrickmonteith-gyfs]

Like your video st Fiesta i've had for 7 years I just fitted a new can't belt time And the new time in belt and Water pump.my care has done 33000 miles.

[matthewgardner]

Best video I've seen in a long old time. Very well done sir. It's all well and good telling us how good it is but when you can also make sure to tell us of possible problems that is absolutely excellent

[genomedia]

I keep coming back to this car as a great driver option for all the reasons mentioned. Is it viable in 2024? How much mileage is acceptable? If not this, then what other car today gives this kind of driver satisfaction? Thanks for the great video!