Although it’s not super-fast, it’s still fun to drive.
Hot hatches are in fashion – except if you live in the USA where SUVs and crossovers for the shrinking American family rule parking lots everywhere. Crossovers are a great way to enjoy some fun-to drive cars. Crossovers and SUVs are the best choice in this country, where it is necessary to outdo your neighbor in order to achieve the American dream. It’s a sad fact that low sales of cars such as the Ford Fiesta ST ultimately lead to their demise. Other parts of the globe, however, will be able to appreciate these vehicles.
AutoTopNL has released another video that shows the hatch’s three-cylinder engine going from zero to its maximum speed of 147 mph (237 km/h). Although it’s slow, owners will have to be able to reach the car’s maximum speed. We bet it isn’t often. This video shows two top speed attempts. The Fiesta ST can reach 137 mph (222 km/h) in 41 seconds. Although the second attempt is not timed, a rough estimate suggests that it took 30 seconds for the car to reach 137 mph (222 MPH) from 147 mph (237 KPH).
It’s not the fastest car in the world, but the Fiesta ST is a joy to drive. The entire system, from the powertrain through the chassis to suspension, works together to create an enjoyable driving experience. If you are looking for a racecar, then buy one.
The new Fiesta ST is powered by a turbocharged engine three-cylinder producing 197 horsepower, and 214 pound-feet torque. This may seem weak by modern standards, but it is still more powerful than the V6 Mustang of the early 2000s. This is not a supercar. It’s a hatchback that bridges the gap between everyday driving and performance vehicles. This car is not going to be towed to the track every weekend. You are buying groceries, dropping the kids off, and perhaps going out with friends. You’ll also be driving it down twisty roads that the car handles extremely well.