Is the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line a HOT hatch or HOT mess?

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  • Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
  • 2019 is the final year of production for the Ford Fiesta in the USA. To say goodbye Ford has introduced a ST-Line edition. It basically has the body of the turbocharged Fiesta ST without the turbo. Will Ford reach a group of interested car buyers? Check out all the details!
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  • @guillermor9207
    @guillermor9207 5 років тому +27

    I bought a Fiesta ST Line a couple weeks ago and although the car is definitely not an ST, I’m happy with it. I’m currently a college student so I didn’t have the budget to get myself in an ST because that was just around $23,000 and I got my ST Line for $15,999. The ST Line is literally just a regular Fiesta SE engine with some ST-inspired features. There are more pros to this than people give the ST Line credit for: first off, you get the sporty look of an ST-type of car. Minor differences but it’s expected. Secondly, you have interior ambient lighting around the car, which looks really cool at night. And most importantly, fuel economy. Though it is not a HUGE difference, the ST Line goes up to 27/37 mpg vs the 25/32 on the ST.
    The ST is obviously a better car overall, and if you have the budget for it, then yes, I would highly recommend it over the ST Line, but I’m really happy with my ST Line at the moment, and hopefully when I’m done with college I can get myself into a Focus RS like that sexy one just sitting there in the background!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +6

      Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

    • @KyRoD_
      @KyRoD_ 4 роки тому +2

      yeah I'm in the same boat wanted an ST so I might go with this instead

  • @JoseMedina-gf4cu
    @JoseMedina-gf4cu 5 років тому +22

    As an ST owner I don't like that the Line version steals the ST looks, oh well. I wish one day Ford would make an RS fiesta, that'd be killer

    • @Cageking22
      @Cageking22 5 років тому +5

      None Other that would be sweet! I’d gladly trade my FiST for a Fiesta RS!!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +4

      I totally agree with you! This is just a waste f money!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I totally second that!

    • @jessaphillips2846
      @jessaphillips2846 5 років тому +2

      they could have used the FoST's 2.0 turbo engine and the FoRS AWD system and made an awesome Fiesta RS

    • @delitha1
      @delitha1 5 років тому

      @@jessaphillips2846 Other than the shifter handle, they share no parts. Very difficult to swap/integrate anything between the two platforms. Even though they are very similar in execution of design!

  • @brucekendall52
    @brucekendall52 5 років тому +33

    The Ford clueless marketing dept.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Bruce, I could not have said it any better!

    • @hemi300c4
      @hemi300c4 5 років тому

      Not sure what your referring to "clueless marketing Dept". Ford's Marketing department is following corporate directives and marketing their Suv's/crossovers and trucks. The cars will eliminate themselves from dealership lots without the need to place market buys. Featuring The fiesta ST lineup would be a waste of money. It's disappointing, but in the US. The fiesta line-up is a one year (2019) and done. if you're looking for a cool little performance car with a low price point. It's a solid little vehicle to consider while it's still available. You can't blame the marketing department for what they're told to market. I never owned a Ford, but after test driving several other car and Suv brands. My wife and I both traded our sedans for two new Ford Suvs. I credit Ford's marketing getting our attention creating a visit, test-drive and a couple purchases.

    • @gman15ida41
      @gman15ida41 5 років тому

      @Sloonz Lel True

  • @ValenNitto
    @ValenNitto 5 років тому +46

    Sorry, couldn't pay attention to this fiesta when that RS is sitting in the back lol

    • @jasonsuthern6326
      @jasonsuthern6326 5 років тому +3

      I keep drooling looking at it....
      ST owner

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      Many people are having that problem lately with the RS in background!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thank you I appreciate that!

    • @jasonsuthern6326
      @jasonsuthern6326 5 років тому +1

      Have you made a video of track day with your RS. I wanna know more about your Raiti's Ride

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I did do some reviews of me in a Focus RS at the RS Adrenaline Academy. Here is the track footage & auto cross footage! I hope you like it:
      ua-cam.com/video/op9WOfKgShA/v-deo.html
      ua-cam.com/video/Tq40E_3R324/v-deo.html

  • @bongodave13
    @bongodave13 5 років тому +10

    Ford's had an ST Line in Europe for years. Insurance is a lot higher on a real ST, so ST Line cars are popular there. This car would appeal to people who like the sportier looks, but don't need the power and stiff ride, or don't want to drive a stick.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      It is just bizarre how Ford is doing this and they are ending production in a few months!

    • @bongodave13
      @bongodave13 5 років тому +1

      @@RaitisRides I'm thinking they had some ST parts left over... lol

    • @sassythesasquatch8006
      @sassythesasquatch8006 5 років тому +1

      i recently bought an st line, 2017 version
      it looks a LOT nicer than this one, this is the older version from a perspective in uk

  • @jt_st7608
    @jt_st7608 5 років тому +11

    Would have been nice if the actual ST came in that red... would have picked that color for sure.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      So very true! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

    • @ericd1632
      @ericd1632 5 років тому +1

      Could have sworn it did 🤔

    • @jt_st7608
      @jt_st7608 5 років тому +1

      Eric D nope close tho. There is orange spice. That’s the closest you can get to this red.

  • @JLRide
    @JLRide 4 роки тому +2

    I really like this car. I bought a white with black accents 5 speed manual transmission version a few months before the pandemic to use as my commuter. It really is a fun car with the manual, great on gas, and very maneuverable on the roads, and it looks really nice too.

  • @Keep-It-Calm
    @Keep-It-Calm 5 років тому +2

    Picking up the 2019 ST Fist. I don't want to miss it and regret not buying it before its gone completely. Wife owns a 2016 Fiesta SE and I enjoy driving it. ST is going to make life so much fun driving!

  • @MichaelScott-hi4qg
    @MichaelScott-hi4qg 5 років тому +7

    Aside from not having the ST badge the ST-Line actually looks better and more aggressive than the FieST. However, the actual Fiesta ST is much better overall.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing your input Justin! I really appreciate you watching!

    • @AZ_CRUISING
      @AZ_CRUISING 2 роки тому +1

      What? Its literally the exact same bodykit, just different wheels

  • @alexross5620
    @alexross5620 5 років тому +10

    I understand is doing this but unlike Toyota with a TRD the RS and St were true performance editions! Not some stuck on badge so Ford wants to put a stuck on badge they are more than welcome to everybody is doing it. But it does take away from the specialty of a fiesta ST

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It really does, especially when the price difference is so small!

    • @Moparmonstar392
      @Moparmonstar392 4 роки тому

      But the nice thing and difference we get the turbo 🙂

  • @jonsauce
    @jonsauce 4 роки тому +2

    I’m looking into getting a focus ST pretty soon. And I gotta say, even though I would have no interest in getting a fiesta st-line, you make it really interesting. I love your videos because you’re a straight forward reviewer. Thanks for making these videos!

  • @outquick
    @outquick 5 років тому +5

    Thanks for being the only person to review this hatch. You do the best review to, I’m not really a car guy but you make them interesting and I like how informative you are.
    Tail of the Dragon 🐉 🐉🐉
    Local GSX-R1000 runs that
    318 turns in 11.6 miles

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      I really appreciate you taking the time to say that! I love the Tail of the Dragon!

  • @alexross5620
    @alexross5620 5 років тому +5

    Gold review as always always that is an awesome car for the price point too bad no one really caught on! Aftermarket support was tremendous

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It really doesn't pay to get this car! Just spend a couple grand more and get the real deal Fiesta ST!

  • @LS1007
    @LS1007 5 років тому +10

    No turbo on an ST? They left out two letters ...HI... 😩

  • @scottpetersen8386
    @scottpetersen8386 5 років тому +3

    Not all people are performance oriented, they need basic transportation from point a to point b,a good first car,that has good looks.it is what it is,still a good little car,would good care,should give good service

  • @Jpmaster33
    @Jpmaster33 5 років тому +5

    As the proud owner of a 2018 focus ST, this is disrespectful to the badge. Also I got my car on a discount for 20200 and thus car being 18000 there is no excuse to not get a car with twice the power and double the space. What the hell.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with you and feel Ford has yet made another huge mistake!

    • @woody555kl
      @woody555kl 5 років тому +1

      Double the space?

  • @SH52697
    @SH52697 5 років тому +3

    I’m planning on buying this car tomorrow. Small, affordable, good fuel economy - good daily driver.

  • @blackflagpirate3444
    @blackflagpirate3444 5 років тому +7

    Been in one of these and it’s a good little car with Good handling Joe.Its no performance car by any stretch of the imagination 🍻👍 But the fiesta ST is a different story 🏁🍻

  • @dddurk123456789
    @dddurk123456789 5 років тому +23

    Raiti rides! i love how you support manual trans! we need more ppl like you. #savethemanuals. there has been alot of cars i was going too buy but no manual offered so they lost my sale. i will not, I will not! ever! drive or buy an automatic, i hate autos with every ounce of my being. i want too Drive the car not Ride in the car. driving manual isnt even that hard. once you learn its like riding bike and becomes second nature. and its fun 24/7. even if its a slow car.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      Thank you so much for sharing the hoy of driving a manual! I really appreciate your support!

    • @metaljew4456
      @metaljew4456 5 років тому +3

      @SIdan; You just broke the internet with the best comment of the day! I could not agree with you more. SAVE THE MANUALS.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      I totally agree with that!

    • @dddurk123456789
      @dddurk123456789 5 років тому +1

      @@metaljew4456 thank you so much! i hope i did, because the more attention and drama i can create on the subject the better it is for the cause. the squeaky wheel gets the grease.

  • @MultiTelan
    @MultiTelan 5 років тому +6

    You know, people knock this car, but in a few years it’ll be like the Sonoma GT. Only a select few will exist and people will actually want them.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!

    • @metallicafan416
      @metallicafan416 2 роки тому

      It's 2022 and I'm looking at fist. The ST Line is bringing regular ST prices

    • @MultiTelan
      @MultiTelan 2 роки тому

      @@metallicafan416 yeah it sure is. No one wanted them for the one year they were made. Hell, Ford didn't even want them.

  • @chriswilliams3110
    @chriswilliams3110 5 років тому +6

    Honestly I've seen st fakes done by ppl online in the past. However I do agree this is a slap in the face to st owners for sure.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      Especially because there is not a major saving in price!

  • @MrCRios
    @MrCRios 5 років тому +1

    Has a pretty good exhaust note sounds like it has aftermarket and pretty good back fire

  • @condoro63
    @condoro63 5 років тому +5

    All automatics are squishy lol... sad to see it go, great looking subcompact... excellent honest review

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I really appreciate you saying that and yes it is very said the part is over!

  • @012_ljk
    @012_ljk 5 років тому +2

    When i passed my test in 1990, when i was 17 years of age, my first car was a 1986 fiesta 1.6 XR2 in rosso red, needless to say i only owned it for a short while, 8 months, till i wrote it off. Luckily only the car was hurt, great car though!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I totally remember those! Thanks for sharing the memories!

  • @rlivMGM
    @rlivMGM 4 роки тому +1

    just purchased a slightly used 2019 ST Line for the mileage as my commuter car. fun to drive I like all the technology my Tacoma doesn't have. Not as swift at the real ST but will serve the purpose I bought it for.

  • @oddone_
    @oddone_ 5 років тому +11

    All looks without any of the performance?? If u wanted a normal non sporty fiesta why would u pay for the sporty looks? Who is this for?? Who wants this??? What is the market for a factory riced economy car? They're gonna sell like 12 of them max lol.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I still am scratching my head!

    • @MagicMowhawk
      @MagicMowhawk 5 років тому +1

      You are all scartching your heads, yet in europe these are some of the top sellers! Crazy how different the markets are in US and EU!

    • @TheoSanders593
      @TheoSanders593 5 років тому

      Not in the netherlands they won't... Every 30 old cuck drives an ST-line in the lease! I myself have a mk6 fiesta st mountune, but these ST-line idiots think they can keep up to a real ST! Thanks to our terrortax on fun cars, an ST-line is 22.000 euros and an ST is 32.000... So I get why people buy an ST-line over an ST, but you would almost stumble over all the bmw 120i's and d's over here, wich cost even more then a fiesta ST (with almost no options ticked on the Beemer!)! I guess dutchies think a Beemer gives them some sort of status, well not if you lose to a little fiesta wich is cheaper!

    • @daltonsikhosana8275
      @daltonsikhosana8275 5 років тому +1

      This works in Europe where insurance is ridiculously expensive

    • @JohnnyMacaw
      @JohnnyMacaw 2 роки тому +1

      good luck paying for gas as it is increasing LOL

  • @chriswilliams3110
    @chriswilliams3110 5 років тому +4

    Also you can get a brand new ST from around this price as well. Hell even a used one with few miles for around $15,000. Trust me, car enthusiasts arent gonna buy this over the regular st anyways. Most ppl soo buys these cars are budget owners, college students or businesses as commuter cars. This was a poor effort by the marketing team to get a quick buck before the car is completely done. Especially since the fiesta and st has interchangeable parts with each other.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with you! I would go with any ST over this car!

    • @ericd1632
      @ericd1632 5 років тому

      My brother in law would probably buy something like this. He had a V6 Camaro. He is the epitome of there being a difference between a car guy and a guy that likes nice looking cars.

    • @chriswilliams3110
      @chriswilliams3110 5 років тому

      @@ericd1632
      Oh yea theres nothing wrong with this for ppl like him at all. However if I was Ford, I would haven't just slapped on the st bumpers and stuff . But i know since the car is dead now, Ford wouldn't have invested on designing new things for it. So why not rehash? 🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @scaafidi
    @scaafidi 4 роки тому +1

    Honestly I love this car, wish ford would’ve put a turbo on it while still keeping it automatic. Chevy made the sonic a turbocharged engine while being automatic.

  • @starlight122012
    @starlight122012 5 років тому +2

    what a shame America, in the UK, our new 2019 Ford Fiesta range has digital display for the driver display and that is on standard fiesta models, also depending on the extras, you can get navigation built in for the centre console display and also the rear cargo compartment or boot as we call it, can electronically adjust to give more room.
    Where is the rear privacy glass?
    It seems you're right, they are trying to push out old stock as new with a few new features added on just to sell out the model range. I love my fiesta, so small, easy to park and quite nippy to drive, even so mine is a 5 gear 1.4L titanium. Manual gear box is standard in Europe.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      I totally agree with you! You guys get all the good stuff from across the pond!

  • @daltonramsey9585
    @daltonramsey9585 4 роки тому

    I commute 90 miles per day. I work for a non-profit that deals with wildlife and I am very environmentally conscious. I love the fiesta, though there's a handful of things I would have liked to change (disc brakes on rear, I hate the lock/unlock button, a couple other minor gripes). I had a 2017 Fiesta S Sedan. 3 accidents and 59k miles in 2 years. I had 0 issues with it, other than the 3 times I was rear ended but that wasn't the fiesta's fault. I took a different route home the other day and saw an ST line from the road. I really wanted an ST, but I still owed a lot on my sedan and didn't think I could afford it with the negative equity. The ST line looks nice but I ended up trading in for a 2019 Fiesta SE hatchback since you're really just paying for an appearance package. For my commute, I love how affordable maintenance and tires are for the fiesta and it's great on gas. I enjoy driving them. An ST would be more enjoyable, but it would also be sad to put the kind of miles I drive on an ST. For cars under 20k, the fiesta and the Veloster were all I was interested in. Above 20k, I'd love a Subaru Crosstrek or Civic Sport Hatchback. I love the look of hatches but for those who need more storage it should be said that the sedan has a good sized trunk and the hatch has way less storage space behind the rest seat. I will say, my purchase experience at Mathews Ford in Newark, OH was an unpleasant one and even if Ford were continuing to sell passenger cars here I would not go there again. I almost left and went to the Hyundai dealer to look at the Veloster. Overall, I'm happy with the Fiesta and won't take my frustration with the dealer out on an innocent car. One good thing is that my Thule Roof Rack swapped from the sedan to the hatchback without buying a new fit kit.

  • @DaveDVideoMaker
    @DaveDVideoMaker 3 роки тому

    Ford launched the new Fiesta in 2017 for the European market. We get these everywhere, especially the ST Line trim with a manual gearbox.

  • @fultonjackwaterloo4085
    @fultonjackwaterloo4085 5 років тому +4

    Great car that will be missed

  • @romariosmith422
    @romariosmith422 5 років тому +1

    Raiti the big boss with the reviews

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for having my back!

  • @AlexAndreiZAR
    @AlexAndreiZAR 5 років тому +3

    Why is it such a fuss made about driving a manual in the US? In Europe we drive cars with manual gearbox practically on a daily basis...

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I know tell me about it!

    • @RicardoGarcia-nb6mm
      @RicardoGarcia-nb6mm 5 років тому +6

      Because unfortunately america is land of the lazy and everyone here wants more and more things that will make them couch patatoes.

  • @canaanwinthrop2463
    @canaanwinthrop2463 5 років тому +4

    Should be offered with the 1.0 turbo engine.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you so for sharing your input and perspective on that! I appreciate you watching!

  • @plasticpinkduck
    @plasticpinkduck 5 років тому +4

    I would have liked to see the actual ST in this color. This is sad.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +3

      I totally agree with you Kristin! It is so sad that the Fiesta is going away here in the USA!

  • @iNeverHadMercy
    @iNeverHadMercy 5 років тому +2

    1st counter-zonk, Joe. Being in the Auto industry for over 20yrs I fully understand and agree with the "water down" version of top level vehicles. It allows many to have a high level vehicle with out the extra $10-12k for a bigger engine or manual. Constructive criticism..... all good 🍻

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I totally accept your feedback. I guess because there is only a $4000 difference between this and the top trim Fiesta ST it doesn't make as much sense. Like always though, thank you for watching!

    • @iNeverHadMercy
      @iNeverHadMercy 5 років тому

      @@RaitisRides In my world, $4000 is nothing to sneeze at. I have owned cars that I paid $4K for that fortified my life and livelihood for 1/2 decade. Ur blue collar so I'm sure you feel me. Keep up the great work and grind 💰💰💰🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @guenthersteiner8163
      @guenthersteiner8163 3 роки тому

      @@iNeverHadMercy you’re much better off getting an even cheaper base fiesta and painting the wheels black. You’d save over $2000

    • @iNeverHadMercy
      @iNeverHadMercy 3 роки тому

      @@guenthersteiner8163 😂

  • @usagentcyclone
    @usagentcyclone 5 років тому +1

    My fiesta st has been taking a lot of wear doing daily duty. I have a black one and I’m not at all a fan of the paint, but this is the paint color I fell in love with on the focus ST. I want a shell of one of these to put my ST’s guts into 🤣

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for sharing your in put and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

  • @DickeyHepSleeve
    @DickeyHepSleeve 5 років тому +4

    You get a thumbs up, Ford gets a thumbs down.

  • @OooOoo-br5uq
    @OooOoo-br5uq 5 років тому +2

    The problem with me driving a manual is that i stall too much but id still get the manual because, like what everyone agees on, they are more fun to drive than automatics.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      You will get more use to it!

    • @sassythesasquatch8006
      @sassythesasquatch8006 5 років тому

      as a 17 year old who learned in a really old fiesta with an awkward clutch
      its easy to not stall

    • @OooOoo-br5uq
      @OooOoo-br5uq 5 років тому

      @@sassythesasquatch8006 lol!! I wish i can say the samething.

    • @guenthersteiner8163
      @guenthersteiner8163 3 роки тому

      @@OooOoo-br5uq you’ll get used to it, it takes practice

  • @JohnnyMacaw
    @JohnnyMacaw 2 роки тому

    I got one last week at $14000 its good car for the way the price of gas is sky rocketing. Definitely a gas saver. I could care less now about it being a sports car or turbo engine. When it comes to that I wont debate. definitely a no brainer to save gas. I live in California near Los Angeles its insane the price of gas.

  • @ronhebda3922
    @ronhebda3922 5 років тому +2

    drove one drives very good going to buy one too

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you for sharing your input and perspective on this one!

  • @mindlesspear8840
    @mindlesspear8840 5 років тому +3

    So Ford is killing their hatchbacks? Dang, this is a car I was planning to finance once I trade in my first car

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I appreciate you sharing your input and perspective! Thank you for watching!

  • @drewj5764
    @drewj5764 5 років тому +2

    Leftover parts bin car, they are just trying to profit off of their surplus parts. Please no one buy this thing 🤦🏻‍♂️

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I really don't think they are going to sell. Probably have to have rebates big time!

  • @poker_18rs92
    @poker_18rs92 5 років тому +2

    Joe, I just don’t like it. Had it had a turbo then I’d consider it, but for 20k I’d opt for a left-over Titanium Focus.

  • @crysto25
    @crysto25 5 років тому +1

    Proud Owner of 16 Fost RR. IMO, i think i would be laughed at if i bought one of these instead of the regular 192HP fiesta st. did consider a FIST before i bought my FOST.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with you! Just get the ST ad learn how to drive stick! People will be way happier in the long run!

    • @ericd1632
      @ericd1632 5 років тому

      It's actually rated at 197 by Ford but a lot of people think that's on the conservative side for insurance reasons.

  • @dfw1fast143
    @dfw1fast143 5 років тому +7

    If you’re a teenager and that’s your first car then it’s a hot hatch. Otherwise. Meh. Momma always said if you don’t have something nice to say.......

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Very well said! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and for watching!

  • @BlueOvals24
    @BlueOvals24 22 години тому

    Maybe brand new these made sense. But on the used market, it only saves you about 2-3k. Not really worth all the missing horse power.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  21 годину тому

      Oh wow that is crazy to think about.

  • @bwho
    @bwho 5 років тому +1

    Joe, I like your review of the 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line. I am actually considering buying one of these, in Outrageous Green Metallic paint. This car would suit me perfect, and it comes standard with Ford's Sync 3 that has Android Auto. I've been looking up and down for a small, economical car that has Android Auto, and this one has it. I don't need all of the real performance gear, I don't drive fast. I could drive this slow car slow and be perfectly happy with it. No kidding. In fact, Joe, your tester had the automatic in it and your test looked fine for speed for me. Again, for ME. I drive careful and slow, but this one would give me some entertainment out in New Mexico's many oakie country roads, many of them twist and turn. I will get one with a 5-speed, I had to laugh when I read "5-speed" instead of 6-speed. But out there in the oakie's I would push the car to my heart's content!
    Anyhow, nice review of the car I'm just starting to focus on the last 2 days is all. Keep up the good work. Question: is this your full-time job reviewing new cars? Cool job ta have, man. You still have your 2018 Ford Focus ST?

  • @ickilis_5077
    @ickilis_5077 5 років тому +6

    Its so Cute!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +2

      I can totally see people saying that a lot!

  • @jessaphillips2846
    @jessaphillips2846 5 років тому +1

    Subaru made the same mistake when they gave the WRX the STi's widebody a few years back.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you so for sharing your input and perspective on that! I appreciate you watching!

  • @KenseisGarage
    @KenseisGarage 5 років тому +1

    Great hatch, but I’ll go with the upper Focus ST or RS. Great video Joe

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 5 років тому +3

    Only Joe Raiti can make me spend over 21 minutes of my life watching a video about an underpowered econobox. Why would Ford bother? This car is pointless. I would much rather take the same amount of money that you would spend on this and buy a used Focus ST3. Then you would have a bigger more powerful, much better car and thousands left over for modes.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you for sticking it out with me! It really is just dumb and confusing as to why Ford would do it!

  • @basja1323
    @basja1323 5 років тому +8

    I gonna have to zonk the whole car! All show no go!!!

  • @linchester8464
    @linchester8464 5 років тому +1

    prob the next hot hatch if there is still available sub compact hatchback will be the Honda Fit/Jazz
    prices start from 16 grand and the EX-L is the fully loaded trim from 20 grand
    Ford is shooting themselves in the foot for killing off the hatchback and sedan segment in the US and in Singapore here
    The local ford dealer has only 2 models for sale. The Mustang 2.3 Ecoboost 6 speed auto and the diesel Ford Ranger
    That it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Things are starting to dwindle! It will be interesting to see what happens!

  • @petercarey6883
    @petercarey6883 5 років тому +5

    So it's time for a Siesta. Adios Fiesta. Don't worry, history has a way of repeating itself, of repeating itself, of repeating itself.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      You are so very right! Good night!

    • @petercarey6883
      @petercarey6883 5 років тому +1

      Good night? It's now good morning! Wakey, wakey Joe Raiti, it's time to make the donuts. lol

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Oh I am making them! See if you can keep up with my 3 review uploads coming for Sunday!

  • @KreepyXKBR
    @KreepyXKBR 5 років тому +1

    Are the transmissions any better now?

  • @bwho
    @bwho 5 років тому

    The 2019 Ford Fiesta ST-Line has navigation with the standard Android Auto/Apple Car Play, so no worries there. You can just go in to an app on your Motorola Moto G4 like Google Maps and away you go.

  • @armandorodroguez1182
    @armandorodroguez1182 5 років тому +1

    OK something just occurred to me is Ford & GM given on the over seas market like Scotland ,UK
    England etc I would have thought thay would be Booming over there. When those first came out I was looking at one at the time I was driving A 1978 Mercury cougar. so I got one foot in and in the seat and said no!! Not going to happen Great Job as always Way's thanks for showing us that Go-cart LOL Ha Tom 💪💪👊🎥😎🐬🐬🎬

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with your thoughts!

  • @brentforst1503
    @brentforst1503 4 роки тому +1

    is this going to be a more collectable version? wtf?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      Not at all. It's basically all show without the extra go.

  • @poker_18rs92
    @poker_18rs92 5 років тому +3

    Joe, I'm actually considering getting one of these. They look fantastic, get great MPGs and are offered w/ an AT trans & cheap to insure. I think I would order an 'ST' badge for the rear tailgate though to finish the car off.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      That is a very good point!

    • @guenthersteiner8163
      @guenthersteiner8163 3 роки тому

      Don’t put fake badges on your car. It’s the equivalent of putting an M3 badge on a 318ti, it just looks ricer

    • @beatsbyry
      @beatsbyry 2 роки тому

      @@guenthersteiner8163 no one cares

  • @oni-chan666beepboop8
    @oni-chan666beepboop8 8 місяців тому

    Does this 2019 st line come with apple CarPlay

  • @basja1323
    @basja1323 5 років тому +5

    Why not slap a GTR badge on it? Easy +50 hp

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Shhhhhhh. Ford may do that nect!

  • @johnbackup8132
    @johnbackup8132 5 років тому +1

    Why does the bumper seem to be a different color?

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It's an optical illusion. They do match. Thank you for pointing that out!

  • @SDR40684
    @SDR40684 5 років тому +1

    You can still get an fiesta st for like 2500 more...but hey to each his own

  • @ecjaye
    @ecjaye 5 років тому +7

    Your killing me Ford!!! Europe gets the new Fiesta and Focus, we get a big FU from Ford North America. I like the black mirrors and roof, that's about it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      It really is insuting1

    • @justabagel5173
      @justabagel5173 5 років тому

      america should of bought more unfortunately.

  • @benjaminmoon3248
    @benjaminmoon3248 4 роки тому +1

    If you get this instead of a real fiesta st you are seriously missing out

  • @DadeMadeNate
    @DadeMadeNate 5 років тому +1

    The st line is a waste you can literally make one of these for cheaper yourself buying a basic model fiesta and buying all the body parts off a parts car not to mention a real st cost the same damn price cheaper if you buy used

  • @Bigpapax-gh7eh
    @Bigpapax-gh7eh 5 років тому +1

    the EU spec st line looks like a zetec s, wish they were like this over here

  • @marquism1799
    @marquism1799 5 років тому +1

    19k for a Fiesta STline when you can just get the real thing for $15k with under 15,000 miles. So dumb. If Ford wanted to have the ST's go out with a bang, they should've just sold the new Focus & Fiesta ST models and then scrapped it.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for you input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

  • @outquick
    @outquick 5 років тому +1

    Are in sales?how can we contact your store and where are you at? Fla? I’m thinking about getting it. The ST is beast but I need a highway rider for commuting.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Please call Tracy at Walker Ford (855) 687-4927

  • @CODmontages110
    @CODmontages110 5 років тому

    If you have Ford maintenance, would the transmission problem still be a nuisance and inconvenient?

  • @danielbasterfield6930
    @danielbasterfield6930 5 років тому +1

    That ain't the 2019 fiesta for fuck sake

  • @Blessingz777
    @Blessingz777 Рік тому

    Does this cutie have an auxiliary cord hole?

  • @laneewert
    @laneewert 5 років тому +2

    Not a hot hatch not a hot mess it's hot garbage and screw Ford for getting rid of the US focus.

  • @lukemorrow9773
    @lukemorrow9773 4 роки тому

    My main question is should I spend 20 grand on this or just find a used actual fiesta st to daily for 10-15 grand? I just find it hard to justify buying this car when I could get a peppier version for less or close to the same price new

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  4 роки тому

      I would go with the used Fiesta ST. It is that much of a better car.

  • @SleepyHollowCrypto
    @SleepyHollowCrypto 5 років тому +2

    17 FiST owner, I avg 30 city 34 plus hwy normal driving. Why is this thing gettingess than a real ST smh

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally agree with you Ben!

  • @UltiMogr
    @UltiMogr 5 років тому

    totaly different than the european version. it has 1.0 litre, 125 or 140 hp and it has turbo and double vvt

  • @artiswilliams1472
    @artiswilliams1472 5 років тому +1

    They should bring the escort back with a 5 cylinder like volvo….

  • @metaljew4456
    @metaljew4456 5 років тому +1

    Joe, is this a joke or what? That Frozen Blue RS is still in the background of yet another video. And now it’s parked in a different spot. If this happens again I...I....🤯

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It is there to haunt your thoughts! lol

  • @Deathbecomesme3
    @Deathbecomesme3 5 місяців тому

    Hot mess 100% its just a SE with leftover ST body panels and a few interior parts with a higher price tag.

  • @easternbushytail
    @easternbushytail 5 років тому

    Still have the non functional auto transmissions? I had a 2014 Fiesta automatic, junk tranny.

  • @RavagHer
    @RavagHer 4 роки тому

    The fuck is a st-line? Just give ppl the power with a automatic...I don't understand automakers, we can customize anything online...how the fuck do we not have customizable cars yet? I can't get the engine with a automatic or I can't get that item without getting the entire package??? U will sell more if u just fucking let ppl choose what they want

  • @geoffreyorsini3467
    @geoffreyorsini3467 5 років тому +1

    Sounds good at least

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you so for sharing your input and perspective on that! I appreciate you watching!

  • @AChampagneWeezy
    @AChampagneWeezy 5 років тому +1

    LMAO this is the same shit as my sedan titanium that I put black rims and tinted windows ... And I payed half the price for the same fucking look

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      It really is embarrassing what Ford did here!

  • @hemi300c4
    @hemi300c4 5 років тому +1

    Note: Dropping cars in the US. Not completely.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Yes I know that!

    • @hemi300c4
      @hemi300c4 5 років тому +1

      @@RaitisRides Having conversations with several people. Most thought Ford is discontinuing their car lineup completely. (Selective reading and hearing). For 2018. In Europe, the Fiesta sold 271,000 Sold units which is up from 255,000 (2017). In the US. Sells only totaled 51,730. Hopefully. Considering that the Fusion sells around 300,000 yearly in the US. It's possible Ford will rethink their decision and keep the Fusion in some form. If not a sedan, possibly a crossover. Thanks for the informative video.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thanks for the extra info and for watching! I really appreciate it!

  • @toddgregory897
    @toddgregory897 3 роки тому

    Carplay?

  • @tomwagner1324
    @tomwagner1324 5 років тому +3

    Big ol ZONK

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      I totally understand where you are coming from Tom!

  • @ForRJ
    @ForRJ 5 років тому +1

    Vw R-line, hyundai N-line, Audi S-line and now ford ST-line, all slow ass cars, just waiting for honda to rebadge the Civic Sport to SI-line and Toyota to rebadge their corolla S to Supra-line oh wait for sure they won’t be putting a Toyota, Subaru or Bmw engine on a Corolla Supra-line definitely a Mitsubishi Mirage 3 cyl engine will be perfect for it

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Thank you so for sharing your input and perspective on that! I appreciate you watching!

  • @TheImmortalmindz
    @TheImmortalmindz 4 роки тому

    wow so you are a full generation behind europe on the fiesta, its a shame you get the mk 7 as a 2019 model. The mk 8 is way better.

  • @BNHardwarereviews
    @BNHardwarereviews 5 років тому +1

    That is not a 2019 Fiesta ST-Line That is mk7.5, The new is mk8. You dont have The new one In your country :o!

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Here is the USA it is a 2019 model. We get the leftovers.

    • @BNHardwarereviews
      @BNHardwarereviews 5 років тому +1

      Raiti's Rides Arh Sad :/ and they stop ST In USA? They Will still Do it In EU.
      I see that your ST-Line Got a 1.6 120HP without a turbo, How fast is that from 0-62mph Ours ST-Line mk8 Got a 1.0 140HP with a turbo, wich does 0-100 8.9 sec

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Oh I know you guys are lucky!

  • @kgthegreatone943
    @kgthegreatone943 5 років тому +2

    I test drove one and didn't think it was all that great the shifters down to low and it's front-wheel drive and it has a lot of torque down low but no power at high rpm's and I'm talking about the ST turbo

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      I can totally understand where you are coming from! I wish we could of had the updated Fiesta ST that Ford sells in Europe!

    • @kgthegreatone943
      @kgthegreatone943 5 років тому +1

      @@RaitisRides yeah I want to take the Focus ST for a test drive but I'm afraid I'm going to want to take it home LOL

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      Now you know how I feel when I am reviewing all of these cars! lol

    • @kgthegreatone943
      @kgthegreatone943 5 років тому

      @@RaitisRides yes sir maybe i shouldn't do it

  • @theowl2044
    @theowl2044 2 роки тому

    It's the same as a ST but without the engine

  • @STenobtch
    @STenobtch Рік тому

    I guess you just have to look at the st line & the st as completely different cars, cheaper rally car

  • @SteveRunciman
    @SteveRunciman 5 років тому +1

    120 hp? I can't do it. I'm sorry.

  • @ericgonzalez3897
    @ericgonzalez3897 5 років тому +2

    I think that price point is where this little guy meets it's demise. That price makes it but head with:
    1. Base model Civic and Corrolla.
    2. The Fit, no matter how ugly it is,
    3. The Accent/Elantra one two.
    4. Add this whole suv/crossover fad. (come on, those are minivans/trucks with attitude)
    Those are viewed as better, more reliable alternatives. That, and the fact that Ford is good at trucks and not so good at anything else. And thus, this cute, little guy will be featured in a"Whatever happened to" video a few years from now.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      You hit the nail on the head in every single way! Well don and think you for taking the time to watch!

    • @tomdubois3062
      @tomdubois3062 5 років тому +1

      Eric Gonzalez not so good at anything else beside trucks lmao. Ever heard of the Ford Gt, Terminator cobra, Focus Rs, Gt350, etc.

    • @ericgonzalez3897
      @ericgonzalez3897 5 років тому +1

      @@RaitisRides thamk you

    • @ericgonzalez3897
      @ericgonzalez3897 5 років тому +1

      @@tomdubois3062 Cute little toys. Lets not forget the Taurus. Those are for car people. Not everyday people. There's a difference.

    • @tomdubois3062
      @tomdubois3062 5 років тому +1

      Eric Gonzalez what about the focus st, ecoboost mustang, etc. Those are cars get great mileage and performance.

  • @wtre428476
    @wtre428476 5 років тому +1

    Stocking Stuffer

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому +1

      That is one hell of a stocking size! lol

  • @FedeJ2023
    @FedeJ2023 Рік тому

    That black wing ruins the car…..must be painted nice review

  • @woody555kl
    @woody555kl 5 років тому +1

    Thats not the 2019 fiesta

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Yes it is here in the USA! We get leftovers!

    • @sassythesasquatch8006
      @sassythesasquatch8006 5 років тому

      poor usa, i own a ford fiesta st line late 2017 model
      looks sleek, 'carbon fibre' dashboards a cool touch and the rims are sexy, drives like a dream (manual too none of that gay automatic shit)
      this car on this video is a pile of shit..

  • @plk7592
    @plk7592 5 років тому +1

    Sorry Joe, my first time issuing a thumbs down. Nothing about this car is striking to me. the real ST with the turbo, might have been a car I would consider, but probably not. For me, its all about the ponies, and torque. I don't pretend to know all of Fords lineup of vehicles, but the only model, off the top of my head, that I find worthy of my attention is the Mustang. I know in the past, Ford has had some models with a "sho" package, such as the Taurus, but to be truthful, I don't even know if they still make those models anymore. I know you have to make videos for all types of people and cars, but I gotta have them ponies. Thanks, keep em' comin'.

    • @RaitisRides
      @RaitisRides  5 років тому

      Ford really missed the mark here with this Fiesta. It is going to be interesting to see how things are going to go.