It is an amazing car. Ive really enjoyed the test drive, but went for something else at the end (Last July). The price put me off unfortunatly. 34-36k is S3/A35 territory and Fords nowhere near them. Its rare tho. I like that. I have met only one in dorset soo far. I have an I30 Fastback N if you ever wanna make a comparison video and live around.
Great first review.. love to hear how your remap goes.. also I have the fiesta ST mk8 with PP so would love hear your views on how it feels compare to focus ST
I appreciate that many drivers will be really happy with the fake engine noise, but is it possible to turn this function off when you just fancy a bit of peace and quiet? Thanks for excellent review, you obviously love the car.
Thanks for coming back to me, I'm only interested as I sold my 3.5 and missed it so much I have now put down a dep on a used "Ruby Red" mk4 like your beauty. Its just the colour to have if you ask me. Unfortunately mine will be the diesel as I need the economy 😪Massive thanks again! 👏👏 @@otrreviewsanddetailing9962
@@crazy-diamond7683 no dramas :) look up MK4FocusSTOwners on Insta and Facebook I admin the owners group as well :) be nice to have another Ruby very few if us
Hi, sorry for the delayed reply, the A is to put the auto brake hold on to make Hill starts and traffic easier :) Come join MK4 Focus ST Owners on Facebook for some more helpful advice
I doubt there's something under the bonnet to pump the noise into the interior. The US MK3 had that, the euro models always only had fake engine noise played through the speakers.
Turn of phrase I used The system is a sound synthesiser which produces artificial noise into the cabin via the speaker system which can be de-activated via Forescan software
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Thats what i wanted to know....i have other "sport" cars and theyre pretty stiff, unconfortable.....this one i want to be a daily driver and i hope for the best...
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Im looking for some rims for winter tyres, and also some tyre pressure sensors......though they said it would be delievered in 3 months....
@@Ghost44681 that has always confused me tho, why ford do that? The Fez needs some more standard tech, I know the 2020.75 model Focus has digital dash, and wireless charger as standard as well
I am thinking of buying one for me. Because I do a lot of miles, I was thinking about diesel 😅 One thing worries me, those bucket seats , are they painful during the long journeys? I am a big guy 130 kg, with big legs 😊
I’m 6 foot 120KG and I find the bucket seats very comfortable indeed I cover 15-18K a year and as much as it’s not cheap to run, I can honestly say it isn’t awful I get between 280 and 325 miles a tank. I’d highly recommend the Petrol as I haven’t tested the diesel But as far as seats go I have no issues with them mines set perfect for me with the lumbar support and just bliss
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Thank you for your video. It's all that new buyer should know. It's not a cheap car, and it's going to be my fifth ford. Any issues with build quality in cabin?
@@srdjanpantic3836 it is expensive yes but there are some amazing second hand deals for cars with 2-4000 miles on sitting at 24-26K Mines valued at 21K with 17,000 miles on, for me I don’t have any issues with the build quality inside certainly better than fiesta, I like the simplicity of the cabin and setup as well, for me I had a few electronic gremlins (a few people are) but I expected this, nothing that stopped the car and all were resolved by a hard reset when it went for service :) I have no complaints a very well rounded car just a shame on the price but as before some good second hand deals out there. I got lucky as my old boys an OD at a ford dealer so got some discount
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 I might buy petrol, but deals in Bosnia 🇧🇦 are not so good, and I think they didn't sold any ST here, so second hand low mileage is not an option. Thank again for great review and happy new year 🎉
@@theTRUPOWA69 thanks man means a lot, I’m the Events manager for the Owners club for the MK4 Focus If you fancy being part of it come join us on Facebook mate lots of discounts and things to get involved in m.facebook.com/groups/522413018593725/?ref=group_browse
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December 2023 . I bought the focus st Edition. Absolutely love it , I put the mountune 330 and it goes like a missile
One of the best reviews, especially when describing all the features. Well done mate
Thank you so much
Love the video we have just bought one and pick it up next week after having our focus st mk ll for 12 years can’t wait
Awesome I hope you love it as much as I still do!!
Be sure to check out @MK4FocUS ST owners on Facebook as well
Well done Jamie , good vid & presentation.
Really enjoyed this mate, super informative and really well presented
When you get the opportunity, please compare it to the Mk8 Golf GTI 6 spd manual - that would be awesome!
If I can get a hold of a MK8 GTI I’d gladly compare the two :)
Please tell Ford that us Americans NEED this Focus ST to launch for the US / North American market ASAP!
TBH I’m not entirely sure why it wasn’t launched Stateside, seems an odd one to me
Hell of a review mate 👌Love the car. I own a 2013 Focus st 3 👌
Thank mate appreciate the comment, I’d deffo recommend a MK4 for a test if you get a chance bro
It is an amazing car. Ive really enjoyed the test drive, but went for something else at the end (Last July). The price put me off unfortunatly. 34-36k is S3/A35 territory and Fords nowhere near them. Its rare tho. I like that. I have met only one in dorset soo far. I have an I30 Fastback N if you ever wanna make a comparison video and live around.
Maybe one day sir :D I think we could do that :D
Great job Jamie 😊
Nice review. Have my eyes on this car. How is the turning circle? I heard it can be a problem in tight spaces, like whe parking.
Can’t complain
It’s obviously not a fiesta but it’s not awful mate never had an issue parking her
Great first review.. love to hear how your remap goes.. also I have the fiesta ST mk8 with PP so would love hear your views on how it feels compare to focus ST
I’d definitely be up for reviewing the Fez MK8 ST at some point mate maybe sooner than you think
Great Video Jamie! Absolutely cracking motor! 🚗💨
Great vid Jamie 👍🏼
I appreciate that many drivers will be really happy with the fake engine noise, but is it possible to turn this function off when you just fancy a bit of peace and quiet?
Thanks for excellent review, you obviously love the car.
Thanks mate appreciate it,
I think there is a way to turn it off but I haven’t explored this?
Keep an eye out for more content soone
My average mpg is sitting at 27 😯it's worth it though
Good stuff Mate 👍 i think your right it is expensive but I do love it..
It is but honestly I don’t regret buying it at all very good car
Are the door sills just a plate or are they still illuminated like the mk3.5? Love the vid!! 👌
Thanks bud, they are a plate however aftermarket illuminated ones are available
Thanks for coming back to me, I'm only interested as I sold my 3.5 and missed it so much I have now put down a dep on a used "Ruby Red" mk4 like your beauty. Its just the colour to have if you ask me. Unfortunately mine will be the diesel as I need the economy 😪Massive thanks again! 👏👏 @@otrreviewsanddetailing9962
@@crazy-diamond7683 no dramas :) look up MK4FocusSTOwners on Insta and Facebook I admin the owners group as well :) be nice to have another Ruby very few if us
Ive just purchased my mk4 focus st in orange. What is the (A) for next to hand break flip thing. And how does it work.
Hi, sorry for the delayed reply, the A is to put the auto brake hold on to make Hill starts and traffic easier :)
Come join MK4 Focus ST Owners on Facebook for some more helpful advice
great video jamie
Did you get this remapped ?
My Mk3.5 ST was remapped and it felt a bit quicker than this at higher speeds .
She is Remapped with Dreamscience at 330 HP but wasn’t when this was filmed
Hello, seen your car on driving with ben’s channel and noticed the plaque in your car of the build number, how did you find this?
Contact @ford_Ler_ on insta and he can assist with the build number
OTR Reviews thanks :)
Good video mate, well done
I doubt there's something under the bonnet to pump the noise into the interior. The US MK3 had that, the euro models always only had fake engine noise played through the speakers.
Turn of phrase I used
The system is a sound synthesiser which produces artificial noise into the cabin via the speaker system which can be de-activated via Forescan software
Agree with you on the launch control 😂 just pointless on a manual car in my opinion, think I’ve used it about 3 times in 18 months!
Good first video 👍🏻
Thank you so much
Just ordered one, only its a ST wagon.....i wonder how its like driving on bumpy roads, given the fact that it has a thin sidewall tires ( 235/35 r19)
I’m not going to tell you it’s the smoothest car ever but it is functional and comfortable even on bumpy roads
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Thats what i wanted to know....i have other "sport" cars and theyre pretty stiff, unconfortable.....this one i want to be a daily driver and i hope for the best...
@@hirayaman246 mines both, my daily driver, Commuter and fun weekend motor she’s the perfect all rounder
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Im looking for some rims for winter tyres, and also some tyre pressure sensors......though they said it would be delievered in 3 months....
@@hirayaman246 unfortunately not something I can help with using the stock alloys and PS4’s for winter same as summer :)
But 3 months is excessive ?
*Great video mate!*
#AcCollection
Top man great video 👌🏻👍
My guy Smashing cuzzi
How is your mpg in sport mode? Keep seeing people say they get in the 30s but I'm at 25/26
So sports mode drops depends on driving
Sport mode
B-Roads - 17-21
A/M roads - 25-29
Normal
B-Road - 25-29
A/M - 32-37
It’s pretty good
Very good mate
The head up display is now standard 💰💰🥳
Interesting didn’t know that :D
Wish the P/Pack was
The performance pack and LED headlights and B@O System is comes standard now don't know but the heads up display
@@Ghost44681 the LED lights and B&O always been standard in UK
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 ah my bad sorry I know the Fiesta ST3 you had to add them
@@Ghost44681 that has always confused me tho, why ford do that?
The Fez needs some more standard tech, I know the 2020.75 model Focus has digital dash, and wireless charger as standard as well
What make is the spoiler extension
Maxton sir
I am thinking of buying one for me. Because I do a lot of miles, I was thinking about diesel 😅 One thing worries me, those bucket seats , are they painful during the long journeys? I am a big guy 130 kg, with big legs 😊
I’m 6 foot 120KG and I find the bucket seats very comfortable indeed
I cover 15-18K a year and as much as it’s not cheap to run, I can honestly say it isn’t awful I get between 280 and 325 miles a tank. I’d highly recommend the Petrol as I haven’t tested the diesel
But as far as seats go I have no issues with them mines set perfect for me with the lumbar support and just bliss
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 Thank you for your video. It's all that new buyer should know. It's not a cheap car, and it's going to be my fifth ford. Any issues with build quality in cabin?
@@srdjanpantic3836 it is expensive yes but there are some amazing second hand deals for cars with 2-4000 miles on sitting at 24-26K
Mines valued at 21K with 17,000 miles on, for me I don’t have any issues with the build quality inside certainly better than fiesta, I like the simplicity of the cabin and setup as well, for me I had a few electronic gremlins (a few people are) but I expected this, nothing that stopped the car and all were resolved by a hard reset when it went for service :)
I have no complaints a very well rounded car just a shame on the price but as before some good second hand deals out there. I got lucky as my old boys an OD at a ford dealer so got some discount
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 I might buy petrol, but deals in Bosnia 🇧🇦 are not so good, and I think they didn't sold any ST here, so second hand low mileage is not an option. Thank again for great review and happy new year 🎉
@@srdjanpantic3836 and many happy returns mate
Would really like to own one of these. Does it have PPF?
If your ok about paint protection film I havent got on mine mate :)
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 haha sorry no I meant petrol particulate filter
@@dehv honestly don’t know mate!! Good Q tho
And now you have the revo stage 2 tune that’ll take this to 410hp
Personally I’m still with DS but changing to a new tuner soon
36k, im looking in the netherlands for a used one from 2019 and it costs 37500!🤪🤪🤪
Mate you got your fax wrong!! It has 375 litres for boot capacity not 275!
My mistake :)
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 all good bruver! Im getting one in 2 weeks! Just paid for it 2 days ago! 😁 can't wait! Love your video tho! Peaaace
@@theTRUPOWA69 thanks man means a lot, I’m the Events manager for the Owners club for the MK4 Focus
If you fancy being part of it come join us on Facebook mate lots of discounts and things to get involved in m.facebook.com/groups/522413018593725/?ref=group_browse
@@otrreviewsanddetailing9962 im in France bro, does that matter ? Lol...let us know
@@theTRUPOWA69 absolutely not sir :D all MK4 ST owners welcome we have owners for AUS and all over EU as well