Is a 2014 Ford Fiesta ST the BEST used hot hatch for UNDER $15k?

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  • Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
  • The Ford Fiesta ST proves big things come in small packages and for not a whole lot of cash. Under the hood is a 1.6L turbocharged inline-4 that produces 197HP & mated to a slick shifting 6-speed manual transmission. It's exterior features a unique front fascia, wheels, spoiler and rear bumper. On the inside you will have a ton of space, and the right setup to enjoy some curvy roads. Is a used 2014 Fiesta ST the BEST hot hatch UNDER $15k?
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  • @joecarter1902
    @joecarter1902 4 роки тому +47

    The MK8 fiesta ST we get in europe is amazing. Shame you dont get it in the US

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +10

      Joe Carter trust me I totally agree with you!

    • @rlong967
      @rlong967 4 роки тому +11

      What everyone wants in the U.S. is SUV's and Trucks. Only the Mustang will prevail, under the Ford nameplate. VERY SAD! I have a 2018 Focus ST2 and I LOVE it!

    • @joecarter1902
      @joecarter1902 4 роки тому +2

      Robert Long the mustang is fairly popular over here in the UK. Surprisingly most people go for the V8 GT. I love the Focus ST. You’ll love the new MK4 ST. It has the mustang 2.3 engine with 280hp and it sounds awesome

    • @joecarter1902
      @joecarter1902 4 роки тому +1

      Jonathan Losito it still makes 200 hp from the 1.5 litre 3 cyl. And it starts at £21,000 or $26366.

    • @joecarter1902
      @joecarter1902 4 роки тому +2

      Raiti's Rides also a shame you don’t get the new MK4 Focus ST with the 2.3 eco boost. Great cars and it sounds unreal even with the stock exhaust

  • @johnnym6256
    @johnnym6256 4 роки тому +27

    I got the fiesta st and I can tell you it is an amazing car for the price👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @huntergross5476
      @huntergross5476 3 роки тому +1

      Love my fist!

    • @brute32
      @brute32 3 роки тому +2

      Just bought one today...very fun didn't expect it honestly...

  • @AverageJoe727
    @AverageJoe727 4 роки тому +10

    It's a Great car, I bought one of the last 2019's as well here in the states. If you want something fun to drive in the city that's not going to rape you in fuel milage it truly is an awesome little car!

  • @Keep-It-Calm
    @Keep-It-Calm 4 роки тому +4

    Got my 19 FiST Sitting in my Garage lookin DAMN GOOD! best car I have ever owned. Sure I paid more than 15k for mine but I'm happy to know all the miles are MINE & its worth it to me to know that it was broken in right and taken care of right off the bat!

  • @BedazzledChanclas
    @BedazzledChanclas 4 роки тому +30

    I love this little thing so much 😍 it’s like a Japanese-American car

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +3

      I am so glad that I could share it with you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +5

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @Beanjuice
      @Beanjuice 4 роки тому +4

      German*
      Developed by Germans in Ford EU

    • @ViolentMLG
      @ViolentMLG 4 роки тому +3

      @@danielleroux6490 That won't work. They have statistics.
      They cut the car for a reason. People weren't buying it, or at-least enough for them to keep it around. They weighed the cost of cutting the car, and it was worth it to them. Just because their existing customer base calls them and says they want it doesn't mean it'll happen. Its sad, but true.
      You'd have better chances convincing people to not buy SUV's and move to hatches, then they'd have a reason to sell hatches again.
      I'm sure they'll bring back hot hatches eventually, and even if ford doesn't, we're getting the Audi one soon, plus there is still other companies selling them. There is clearly a demand in the market. For ford, these cars just weren't selling as good as the competition, so they cut the weakest links.
      American's love SUV's and Trucks.

    • @BedazzledChanclas
      @BedazzledChanclas 4 роки тому

      Beanjuice nah... lol I meant what I said :)

  • @IamJay02
    @IamJay02 4 роки тому +13

    This is a lot of car for the money I'm impressed.

  • @JohnGlasscock
    @JohnGlasscock 4 роки тому +12

    I'm surprised how much usable space it actually has

  • @soneybarbosa3951
    @soneybarbosa3951 4 роки тому +16

    In brazil we love hatchbacks. I myself never had a sedan. Nice to see ya Joe.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +1

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the Full American market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @Fingamyaz
    @Fingamyaz 4 роки тому +3

    Best car that doesn't break the bank. Got my 19 last year. Still love driving it everyday! When warranty is over. I'll be throwing in a hybrid turbo or big turbo.

  • @JCTiggs1
    @JCTiggs1 4 роки тому +7

    I bought my 2014 Fiesta ST2 new, left it completely stock, and had it for 3 years. Loved the car! I also looked at the Focus ST but the Fiesta ST is just more fun to drive. Power to weight ratio is similar since the Fiesta is about 500 lbs lighter. The power was underrated from Ford and they actual have 210+ hp stock and even more torque (at 93 octane). They are super rare in my area, and at the time each dealership would only get 1 in stock for the entire year. I eventually traded it in for a Mustang GT but I still miss that little go kart. 😊

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +3

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +3

      Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership experience!

  • @hiltu63
    @hiltu63 4 роки тому +3

    I'm so glad you got around to this vehicle. I bought a Fiesta ST brand new and had the dealership put Mountunes MP215 tune and intake on which retained the factory warranty. Made it one notch "better." Still regretting get rid of it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Very cool! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @karlm8682
    @karlm8682 4 роки тому +5

    I ditched my Focus RS for a new 2019 and I am loving it!!!

  • @ronaldhull8057
    @ronaldhull8057 4 роки тому +5

    This ride is barely broken in ,great value for the price! A lot of fun days ahead! 👍😎

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      I totally agree with you Ronald.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @Atomb
    @Atomb 4 роки тому +2

    Have the same one, but with black wheels. I smile so much in this thing.

  • @P_Esco
    @P_Esco 4 роки тому +4

    Well Joe, i bought the Fiesta ST2 last year after i saw your earlier review. I'm still happy i did, i'm enjoying this car everyday! Such a fun hot hatch! So thank you! You gave me the last push to go and buy one of these! Greetz from Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      That is so very fantastic Patrick!

    • @Lee711Shine
      @Lee711Shine 3 роки тому +1

      Nice man! Do you still have the st2?
      I bought it too end last year and it is amazing Fun little car!

    • @P_Esco
      @P_Esco 3 роки тому +1

      @@Lee711Shine yeah i still got it, and i'm still enjoying it every single day! So glad i bought this ST 😍

    • @Lee711Shine
      @Lee711Shine 3 роки тому +1

      @@P_Esco great to hear man! This summer I will tuned it to stage 1, can't wait 😀. Have a save, but fun trip man and Enjoy your great little race monster! Haha

    • @P_Esco
      @P_Esco 3 роки тому +1

      @@Lee711Shine i already did that (Revo) and i can really recommend you that! Transforms the car bigtime 🔥 Thanks, same to you and stay and drive safe!

  • @donteadoss
    @donteadoss 4 роки тому +4

    Crazy how I’d never drive a regular Fiesta because it reminds me of the old Ford Festiva but would wear the tires out on that ST 🚗 - great review as always, Joe!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Tell me about it! Thanks for the compliment and for watching!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +1

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @donteadoss
      @donteadoss 4 роки тому

      Raiti's Rides Absolutely - we appreciate all your hard, diligent work!

  • @timothycoyne5874
    @timothycoyne5874 4 роки тому +2

    Most people who have reviewed this car rave about it. If I were in the market for a used hot hatch I’d love to drive one. What a shame Ford ditched it.

  • @gazg00
    @gazg00 4 роки тому +3

    Nice to see some content like this........nice Joe. Great value and tons of fun factor! Great stuff!

  • @pablodariobenitezdesvars7746
    @pablodariobenitezdesvars7746 4 роки тому +5

    I loved this review Joe, the car might not be so special but it's 'my kind of car' I love special trims on small low cost cars. I would love to own a fiesta ST. Greetings from Paraguay, thanks for the video.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the Full American market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @PKMSU17
    @PKMSU17 4 роки тому +2

    I love Joe's reviews because he teaches us about the features of the cars he reviews as well as different cuisines lol!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks man for letting bring it all to you!

  • @LS1007
    @LS1007 4 роки тому +4

    Nice little car for a new driver or someone who needs a daily driver with good MPG’s and fun to drive. Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @ayooitzzmike
    @ayooitzzmike 4 роки тому +9

    This would be the perfect car to learn stick in. You can't beat the sub 15k price too.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      AGREED!

    • @rns9265
      @rns9265 4 роки тому +1

      I’m currently looking to buy a Fiesta ST for that reason

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      @@rns9265 PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @JDsHouseofHobbies
    @JDsHouseofHobbies 4 роки тому +3

    My daughter bought one about a year ago and she loves it. She's only let me drive it once! lol The best thing to say about it is two auto journalists owned/have owned Fiesta STs and phrase the heck out of 'em. Jonny Lieberman's ST is Lava like this one!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      You are so very right about that!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @Fouge642
    @Fouge642 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome to see you review the FiST again! Even after they've stopped producing them here.

  • @Hugh_Janus_69_420
    @Hugh_Janus_69_420 4 роки тому +1

    Love my fiesta st. 2019 and I've put over 27k miles on it so far. Also its got a good aftermarket market for parts and easy to work on for the most part

  • @mystictk4149
    @mystictk4149 4 роки тому +5

    Love the videos you have been putting out man, hopefully you and family are safe.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks brother! We are doing well! Thanks for caring about us!

    • @mystictk4149
      @mystictk4149 4 роки тому

      Raiti's Rides You’re welcome Joe.

  • @coletergeist
    @coletergeist 4 роки тому +1

    I bought a 2019 White ST with the recaros in Sept last year. Was one of the last New ones available on the East Coast. Love it.

  • @mr.y.mysterious.video1
    @mr.y.mysterious.video1 4 роки тому +3

    Unless I’m mistaken the fiesta is one of the best selling cars here in the uk, maybe even the top selling and it’s been around forever. A friend of mine has owned 3 over the last 20 years or so

  • @johnevans4722
    @johnevans4722 4 роки тому +8

    Love that car was just thinking about it today......nice vid good price.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      You are so very right John!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @deonkirk7357
    @deonkirk7357 4 роки тому +1

    Love to see videos where the little cars get some love...great car for an even better price

  • @sneakers8025
    @sneakers8025 4 роки тому +1

    Joe. Joe. Joe. Love your channel, but when you start dropping Star Wars lingo, you elevate the channel even more. Well played, Sir. A couple things I'll add to your review of the FiST is that there are so many good mods for the FiST. I just added a Boomba Racing short shift throw, shifter plate, metal shifter bushings, and a Ford Performance shifter knob to my 2019 FiST. The throws are now amazingly short! It's like driving a new, new car. Thanks for your previous FiST reviews. They helped get me get onboard with this car. Maybe someday I'll do a review of my hot hatch. Last item to mention is that I also put in an oil catch can to help with blow-bye. Highly recommend it on newer small engine turbos. Peace.

  • @rodneybough9164
    @rodneybough9164 4 роки тому +4

    Heck yeah! That car is in great shape and I would pick it up for sure. Shame that Ford went in the direction that they did but maybe they will come to their senses and bring them back. Thanks Joe

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      I agree! PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @shadowswordairsofteast
    @shadowswordairsofteast 2 роки тому

    Ford brought the Fiesta back to the states in 2011 but the ST came out in 2014. I'm on my second Fiesta ST and it's one of the last...2019 with all the options and it is a blast to drive weather it's your daily driver or your track car.

  • @sopwithsnoopy8779
    @sopwithsnoopy8779 4 роки тому +30

    So all of these Fiesta STs come with the Millenial anti-theft device? :)

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +2

      sopwithsnoopy YES SIR! 😉

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +2

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @IamJay02
      @IamJay02 4 роки тому +2

      @@danielleroux6490 please stop

    • @jimmyhendrix3457
      @jimmyhendrix3457 4 роки тому +4

      I am a Millenial and i own this vehicle and also everyone else I know drives manual

    • @IamJay02
      @IamJay02 4 роки тому +1

      @@jimmyhendrix3457 it's a joke

  • @JtCoronaOnTheMic
    @JtCoronaOnTheMic 4 роки тому +2

    I picked up one of these a couple of years ago for 14k, all fees included, and only 6k miles. It is a 2016. 60k miles now and finally about to tune it :)

  • @tonyjcool5314
    @tonyjcool5314 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks Joe nice little hot hatch

  • @VeerSingh-xw8xr
    @VeerSingh-xw8xr 4 роки тому +2

    That merge though!
    Poor Impala lol
    You're always so much fun
    Keep up the good work!

  • @martingriggs9865
    @martingriggs9865 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Joe, I didn't even notice you did this review on my birthday. I will keep my 2019 Fiesta ST till I die, or it does.

  • @simonhall1328
    @simonhall1328 4 роки тому +1

    Hot hatches are king for the British B roads🇬🇧

  • @VictorLeEPICVIC951
    @VictorLeEPICVIC951 4 роки тому +6

    Love the red! Too bad that Ford isn't making any of those anymore 😫
    Great vid, Joe!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Victor Le I totally agree with you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @MrRGM10
    @MrRGM10 4 роки тому +3

    Happy you reviewed this gonna be a great car for my daughter. The power you get tuned from this little beast ecoboost is just insane.the turn in super fun small and nimble reminds me of those tiny scooters. My friend owns this same year as that stage3 and its a pocket rocket! No joke! Now im curious what will ford do to the focus are they abandoning it? New one designed in China like trailblazer.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @sully3900
    @sully3900 4 роки тому +1

    197 HP and mated to a six speed with minimum weight? $12K? Worth every penny. Great review.

    • @nsbioy
      @nsbioy 4 роки тому +4

      Should be about $7K tops. A new one was about $18K (actual transaction price) plus it is a 6 year old car = ~7K. For $12K it should be 2 years old, that is, 2018 with no more than 20K miles.

    • @alansmilealot
      @alansmilealot 4 роки тому

      @@nsbioy I want an old Mazda 2, how much should I pay for one from a dealer with 80k on the dash. The last one I saw, they wanted $6k for it.

    • @alansmilealot
      @alansmilealot 4 роки тому

      2014 Mazda 2

    • @nsbioy
      @nsbioy 4 роки тому

      @@alansmilealot if they are listing it for 6K, they must have taken it for 2.5 - 3K on a trade in. Add some profit and here is your negotiation room

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +2

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @andrewmarriott4033
    @andrewmarriott4033 4 роки тому +2

    Far better dashboards in the USA compared to here in the U.K.
    Love the touchscreen in that one

  • @TheRealBrendon
    @TheRealBrendon 4 роки тому +2

    I love this car!

  • @bradnaylor
    @bradnaylor 4 роки тому +6

    man, I'll love to have one but a 2016 and up because of Apple CarPlay

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Bradlee Nay good call!

    • @bradnaylor
      @bradnaylor 4 роки тому

      Raiti's Rides yes, when you've worked for a dealership you learn things about these cars...

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @barrysoetoro3488
    @barrysoetoro3488 4 роки тому +7

    This is a rare car. Why get rid of it?!

  • @brianlee4629
    @brianlee4629 4 роки тому +3

    I love the Fiesta ST, it looks pretty fun to drive, Joe!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      It was a blast! Thanks for letting me share it with you!

    • @brianlee4629
      @brianlee4629 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides No problem! Enjoy your day!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @BSchoon55
    @BSchoon55 4 роки тому

    Joe Raiti convinced me to get a Fiesta ST in a previous FiST video. Mine is a 2019 which has Sync 3, backup camera, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto........ great value for the price! This car more than any other makes 50 mph feel like 100 mph hahaha. It's a blast!

  • @condoro63
    @condoro63 4 роки тому +2

    Always great content Joe!!! Awesome vehicle

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Thanks for letting me share it with you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @rfishy9
    @rfishy9 4 роки тому +2

    I have a 2018 Focus ST1 and my screen on my my dash is the size of a stamp and no CD player,Ford is odd I must say bu do love to drive my ST.....another great review

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @jackvanepps7301
    @jackvanepps7301 4 роки тому +4

    Hello Joe! Yesterday's video started me on the road looking for a gt350. just after I get a focus RS and my dad's old ranger

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Sounds like a Ford dream garage!

    • @jackvanepps7301
      @jackvanepps7301 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides it is! The ranger is super easy to work on!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @mxtv1258
      @mxtv1258 4 роки тому

      I have a 2018 RS is awesome get one if you can find one.

    • @jackvanepps7301
      @jackvanepps7301 4 роки тому

      @@mxtv1258 I'm trying to!

  • @Jorge_Magallon
    @Jorge_Magallon 4 роки тому +3

    This car isn’t just fun it’s hilarious. It’s weird how this FWD steps out a little. I will say, my kids hated the back seat because they slid around so much (5 and 10 at the time) on twisty roads.

  • @Therocky8912
    @Therocky8912 4 роки тому +1

    Also note: 16+ come with apple carplay, 18+ have reverse cam. Pretty good amount of tech, bells and whistles for the price. Plus not expensive to make faster than a focus ST.

  • @jaypepper3562
    @jaypepper3562 4 роки тому +3

    Another great review. Luckily in the UK we still have Fiesta, Focus St although no more Rs Focus 2020 due to emissions. I can for the life of me understand why Ford of America chose to remove these cars from their line up. I realise that we in the UK assume Americans all like BIG cars, but they surely aren't as much fun. Shame on Ford America for taking away the pleasure of these cars!! Well done to you again for a great review and I also would definitely recommend buying a Fiesta, I teach my learners to drive in them. Keep the videos coming. Helping in quarantine here in the UK. 👍

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      You are so very right Jay! I would love to come over and drive the current gen of the Fiesta ST!

    • @jaypepper3562
      @jaypepper3562 4 роки тому +1

      @@RaitisRides 1.5litre 3 cylinder pocket rocket car. Sounds like a V6 and wow does it move!!! Look forward to seeing more of your videos. Keep safe. 👍😊

  • @podmizje
    @podmizje 2 роки тому +2

    It handles like nothing but the business!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  2 роки тому +1

      You are so very right about that!

  • @amg_gts1239
    @amg_gts1239 4 роки тому +1

    I think there's a light under the mini compartment 7:40

  • @benjaminmoon3248
    @benjaminmoon3248 4 роки тому +1

    You convinced me to buy my 2019 fiesta st great video!

    • @richl1319
      @richl1319 4 роки тому

      Benjamin Moon that was quick is it the default pic?

    • @benjaminmoon3248
      @benjaminmoon3248 4 роки тому

      Richard Lopez default pic?

  • @DaveDVideoMaker
    @DaveDVideoMaker 3 роки тому

    Europe and Australia are still selling the Ford Fiesta ST. These have 1.5 litre engines with only three cylinders but 197 horsepower and 290 newton metres of torque. 0-100 takes 6.6 seconds and has a 6-speed manual gearbox only.

  • @gingerbreadman5756
    @gingerbreadman5756 4 роки тому +2

    The ST is a hellova lil car to drive. It does what it does very well for what it is.. I too had a better time driving the Fiesta ST over the Focus ST ... would be great to daily on these twisty PNW mountain roads and canyons! RR you were having waaaayyyy too much fun with this one 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @jasonhaner2319
    @jasonhaner2319 Місяць тому

    I have an SE sedan with a Holly cold intake on it non turbo...on the back roads in PA it's like a go kart it asks you to get more into it and push it.

  • @Jen_RS
    @Jen_RS 4 роки тому +1

    Ouch, that curb rash.
    These little FiSTs are amazing on a track. Not super fast, but handle so well. Nice review!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Yeah that hurt when I saw it.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @77GR1982
      @77GR1982 4 роки тому

      They're fast cars for what they are, 1.6L engine cars with a top speed of over 140 MPH - STOCK!

  • @donaldoc
    @donaldoc 4 роки тому +1

    It has a six speed manual, and that's about it!
    Great car to train the youngsters, on what it's like to drive a real car with a manual transmission... 🏁🏁

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому +2

      What do you mean that's about it? It also happens to be one of the most fun-to-drive cars you can buy!!!

    • @donaldoc
      @donaldoc 4 роки тому +1

      @@danielleroux6490 Respectful Response, no doubt, however, these sort of cars are a dying breed.
      Ford, as Joe mentioned, in his opening, has decided to drop their car/sedan line ups, for SUV's now.
      Appreciate your feedback.

  • @PicoFromTX
    @PicoFromTX 4 роки тому +7

    I wish Ford wasn't giving up on hot hatches. The Edge ST seems so silly. :(

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      I totally agree with you!

    • @fluffysharkdatazz9460
      @fluffysharkdatazz9460 4 роки тому +2

      Ford technically didn’t give up as the new focus st and fiesta st are amazing! They just wont sell them in the USA. But Europe and Asian reviews say its one of the best set of cars they made and the interior quality and plastic is near to the levels of Volkswagen, yet the new suvs and crossovers aren’t as on par unfortunately. Odd how they made their “cheap” cars feel better than the more expensive ones when the last generation you stepped in an escape and the quality was miles different than the fiesta and focus.

    • @neovenom9833
      @neovenom9833 4 роки тому +1

      @@fluffysharkdatazz9460 honestly the difference in quality aso depends on where the car is built. My Fiesta ST200 (a 3door only in the EU) has a better interior finish than the USDM fiesta's, despite it being the 'same' interior. Ands every European ST comes with Recaro seats as standard.

    • @fluffysharkdatazz9460
      @fluffysharkdatazz9460 4 роки тому

      Neo VeNoM ahh true. True. They always cheap out a bit over here for some reason. My German friends thought the USA spec focus had cheaper back seat and looser plastics. I’m sure though if they ever did grace us with the update it would at the very least be a step up rather than a step down since the compact segment is super competitive with how much they need to appeal while suvs and crossovers are so abundant they don’t necessarily have to.

  • @Pabs502
    @Pabs502 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the review man fun as always keep up the good work

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I appreciate you letting me share it with you!

  • @Traysandor
    @Traysandor 4 роки тому +2

    Raiti is having way too much fun in this car. Who says you need bucketloads of horsepower to have fun?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I totally agree with you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @ecjaye
    @ecjaye 4 роки тому

    Had that car, loved it. Now I need to move to the UK to drive the new Fiesta & Focus ST. Come on Ford, bring back these two models!!!

  • @MultiplexityGaming
    @MultiplexityGaming 4 роки тому +1

    I have a 2016 one. anyone looking to get one I recommend getting one with sync 3 (2016+) because it comes with android auto/apple car play. also, be ready for brake dust. brake dust everywhere. however, its one of the best drivers cars in that price range. very fun

  • @paul022887
    @paul022887 4 роки тому +1

    I love my 2014 Fiesta ST.

  • @martingriggs6362
    @martingriggs6362 4 роки тому +1

    I don't even have to watch the video, Yes is the answer. I have owned 2, still have the 2nd one. The qualifier is that you want a FUN, go Kart like car.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      YES!!! PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @83FB7
    @83FB7 4 роки тому

    First year for the return of the Fiesta was 2011. 2014 was when it got a facelift and the ST model was added. The Fiesta never got the ST option packages like the Focus did. Recaros were a stand-alone option and worth every single penny.

  • @stevewalsh-balshaw1727
    @stevewalsh-balshaw1727 2 роки тому

    Brilliant car at any price epic road car future classic

  • @simonpace6404
    @simonpace6404 4 роки тому +1

    I'm glad i live in the UK! I feel sorry for you guys in the USA, but i have to be honest the st is as common as muck in the UK!

  • @Sauce.714
    @Sauce.714 3 роки тому +1

    Picking up a '17 Fiesta ST with 21k miles for $16.5k tomorrow

  • @coletergeist
    @coletergeist 4 роки тому

    That blank space on the dash is where the european version had a light bar but was eliminated because of reflections in the glass. At least that is what I read somewhere.

  • @JCD00
    @JCD00 4 роки тому +1

    Love the vid Joe! Would love see a Mazdaspeed3 for your next hot hatch video👍

  • @a1ys1
    @a1ys1 4 роки тому +8

    Got my 2016 fiesta with 13K on it two years ago for 15k

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      a1ys1 you did well!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @alanzolotoff6014
    @alanzolotoff6014 4 роки тому +1

    Great review, Big Bang for your buck. Have you done a review on the Focus ST ?? 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Alan!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      Here you go:
      ua-cam.com/video/H3maVIQylM4/v-deo.html

  • @labounti
    @labounti 4 роки тому

    I owned a normal 2011 Fiesta, was looking to upgrade to the ST. But after driving the Veloster R-Spec I knew the VT was my next car. I liked the VT was wider and lower. I could touch the passenger door without stretching in the Fiesta.

  • @YaboyNormsVlogs
    @YaboyNormsVlogs 4 роки тому +1

    Hey joe can you do a truck review on a 2013-2014 Ford SVT Raptor? Been looking at one for awhile and wanted to know if that truck is Joe Ratti approved

  • @Topofthelinetommy
    @Topofthelinetommy 4 роки тому

    Fun car. I had a 13' in molten orange with orange recaro seats. Then it started having an issue with the turbo

  • @Theedgecrusher93
    @Theedgecrusher93 4 роки тому +1

    I picked up a 2016 Fiesta ST last spring for $12,500 with 65,000 miles. Has some minor problems, but it’s a fun little car for the money!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Thanks for sharing that from your experience!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @503redbull
    @503redbull 3 роки тому +2

    In U.K the steering wheel looks waaaaaay better.

  • @mxtv1258
    @mxtv1258 4 роки тому +2

    Every time you do video about a car I like I want to get one...where are my Jolly Ranchers?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      I am so glad that I can bring it all to you!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @eplecor
    @eplecor 3 роки тому +2

    Can’t find one of these for anywhere near 15k. 17k+ in 2021. :(

  • @craigm2209
    @craigm2209 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Joe and guys On Throttle.My boy got this car hes tweaked it not sure of the HP? But I will tell you I drive the car and it's a blast man the bang for the buck it's real guys cant go wrong in my opinion! Fun and handles well and its quick it's like can use like all power all the time it makes you want to go!

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

  • @rileyandgwen6473
    @rileyandgwen6473 4 роки тому +1

    Sounds nice

  • @mameshiba691
    @mameshiba691 4 роки тому +1

    We can’t blame Ford. People always regret something or someone after they lost it.

  • @boobypouncer
    @boobypouncer 4 роки тому +2

    Hey Raiti! Morning to you :)

  • @miguelsolis5044
    @miguelsolis5044 4 роки тому +1

    Yes

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I am so glad that you like this one Miguel!

  • @drock4real612
    @drock4real612 4 роки тому +1

    Chalupa. lol Good one.

  • @quinsterscro
    @quinsterscro 4 роки тому +2

    Right at 5:54 if you look at the cloud in the rear window it looks like a profile of a man’s face and his elbow resting on the window sill.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      That is hilarious!

    • @quinsterscro
      @quinsterscro 4 роки тому

      Raiti's Rides ahaha yeah and little creepy. But I appreciate your grind and your consistent uploading through these times! Keep it up, love the videos

  • @Camj27
    @Camj27 3 роки тому +2

    Just bought a 2016 fiesta st with 30,000 miles for 12,000$.

  • @chucka187
    @chucka187 4 роки тому +1

    This car would be more amazing if ford just did an awd version. Living in a winter climate it would have been a great buy.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I totally agree with you Chuck!

  • @danielleroux6490
    @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

    Yes, Yes, and Yes!!!!! It is the Best under 15K for sure!!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Daniel LeRoux I’m glad you approve!

  • @MrBazz26
    @MrBazz26 4 роки тому

    These are a great little fun car. They look better with 2 doors rather than 4 doors though.

  • @Krotos1970
    @Krotos1970 4 роки тому +1

    Did you do a Elantra gt n line manual?
    I want to hear u compare it with the both STs, thanks always enjoy ur vids

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому +1

      You can get it in a manual. I will get that together for you!

    • @Krotos1970
      @Krotos1970 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides now I'm torn between those and the mustang ecoboost, I know you can't compare the power differences 300+most weight vs 250+ vs 200+ least weight

    • @Krotos1970
      @Krotos1970 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides I've got a co-worker with a focus st, I was really more going towards the elantra gt n line manual, but a used mustang manual ecoboost seems more appealing now, I would just lose the panoramic sunroof

  • @michaelhatfield5808
    @michaelhatfield5808 4 роки тому +1

    I was so close to buying one of these new in 2014. Went with a 500 Abarth instead.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Do you regret it?

    • @michaelhatfield5808
      @michaelhatfield5808 4 роки тому

      @@RaitisRides Not at all. It was a trouble free 5 years with that car. Can't say enough about them.

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!

    • @mattaffliction
      @mattaffliction 4 роки тому

      I had a 2013 500 Abarth for almost 5 years and had so many problems. I still loved that car but recently traded it in for a 2017 fiesta st and honestly couldn’t be happier. Again the Abarth was great despite everything that went wrong. I’ll never trash talk that car at all but the fiesta has exceeded my expectations in every way.

  • @Agent.K.
    @Agent.K. 4 роки тому

    These cars are everywhere in the UK. Is the new Mazda 2 still built on the same platform?

  • @peruprofundodance
    @peruprofundodance 4 роки тому +3

    Not a bad set up for under $15k. Nice throw around car.

  • @flipfloplogic
    @flipfloplogic 4 роки тому +1

    Ford made a huge mistake eliminating most of their car lineup. It was too much too soon. Sure everything will probably go electric but that will take many years before all cars need to be plugged in. There isn't enough charging stations anyhow. This is the USA where it has taken lots of us 20 years to get sufficient broadband access. Do you think they will deploy plenty of charging stations any time soon?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I totally agree with you! NOPE

    • @danielleroux6490
      @danielleroux6490 4 роки тому

      Yes, I agree with you! PLEASE call or write Ford Customer Relationship Center: 1-800-392-3673. Tell them we want the new generation Fiesta ST and/or Focus ST in the U.S./Canadian market. If all their customers are telling them, they'll listen and bring us BACK these best-in-class hot hatches. Thank you for your support in this petition effort!