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Ford Focus ST review - other models

Quick, affordable and fun, but not perfect

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by: Antony Ingram

9 Nov 2017

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Evo rating

RRP

from £25,735

Storming performance, price undercuts most rivals

Can become unruly with torque steer, cheap-feeling cabin

Other models

Over the years the ST has existed in various forms. For those interested, you can read all our coverage of the Ford Focus ST on evo.co.uk below.

> Ford Focus ST estate review

> Ford Focus ST Mountune review

> Ford Focus ST buying guide

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