Great video, got my mk8.5 ST a few months back with only 6000miles on it. 3 door model in race red with all options inc. panoramic roof, its been fantastic so far. I had the mk7.5 ST for 7 years and loved it, now onto this and hoping for atleast another 7 years with the 8.5.
Great video. I have exactly the same sentiments. I love small cars especially living in Wellington NZ where the roads are narrow and parking spaces tight. One of my biggest gripes in life is why are cars getting wider and wider .Honda boast that the new CRV is wider and bigger than the previous model. I say bring back the original CRV- It looks better too! I have a 2 years old Fiesta ST3 and enjoy it very much. Every time I drive it , it brings a smile to my face. I also appreciate having 5 doors as I am a photographer. It gives great access to my camera mounted on my tripod in the back seat. Last August I did a 2 week , 3000km photographic trip, on my own, around the South Island. having a small car allows you to stop anywhere to take a photo. it just can't be done in a camper van. I was driving between two severe weather storms. I drove 900 km in one day to get out of the West Coast and head to Queenstown as the Haast pass was closed I was battling severe rain, fallen down trees, snow, pot holes and closed roads. I planned to stop overnight half way some where, but the car was so enjoyable to drive, responsive and with no one on the road I just kept on going. I did have lots of breaks and photo opportunities on the East coast where snow was more the problem. This car definitely is a grand tourer and people seriously underestimate the potential of this small car. As Webby says the power and torque helps, especially when over taking a long truck and trailer unit. I have 3 issues with the car; 1. Although noise levels are normal for a small car , I would like less road noise to intrude . NZ has a lot of coarse chip on the roads and the constant drone is quite fatiguing. 2. As with a lot of modern cars sound systems they got rid of the auxiliary port. I use a portable music player (Sony walkman) and plugging it in with a 3.5 coaxial cable is a lot simpler than using blue tooth or the USB C connection. 3. Apparently all the NZ Fiestas had a glitch in the navigation system. When directions are given out , if we wanted to reduce the volume of her voice we would turn the volume down when she is speaking. In future the volume would stay at this level. Unfortunately when she speaks again her volume goes back to loud. So we have to put up with a loud voice giving nav directions. My wife has a Ford escape with Snc 3 as well and there are no issues. BTW the Sony system in the Escape sounds better than the B&O of the Fiesta! I applaud Toyota for bringing out the GR Yaris, Hyundai for the IN32, and Peugeot for the 208 gti (electric) -keep those small cars coming. Ford isn't. postcript Major camera manufacturer can't survive on making cameras for Pros but it is a good ego boost to the brand. Why can't Ford keep the Fez as it is kinda a cult car and good for the brand. ps I previously have never been a Ford fan.
Excellent review of the MK 8.5 Fiesta ST. I bought a UK 3DR model about 5 months ago, which while impractical (door weight and length), matches my image of hot hatch. Like you, I can't fault the car and have already covered over 4,00km. The specs vary by country, but I managed to spec the car with the B&O sound system and the panoramic roof which I really enjoyed opening during the late summer months.
Great review mate. I have a magnetic ST arriving in Jan in WA. Have owned four XR4's over the years..but never a newer ST, looking forward to getting it. We're also getting a Focus ST in a couple of weeks...so will have the last 2 models.
Nice car. You'll be lucky to get a new one now me thinks. Ordered my new ST3 in April. Might get it in the new year. Rare car indeed. Thanks for the post.
@@WebbyOnCars Thanks. Just been informed it's been built, delivery expected hopefully in March '23. Probably won't see another one where I'm at in the South Island of NZ. I won't be holding my breath. Look forward to it, it'll be a very rare car when it finally arrives. Cheers 🙂
@@WebbyOnCars I don't mind waiting and yes, the roads here are fantastic. Looking forward to the first trip over the Arthurs Pass to Greymouth on the West coast. Mountainous , lot's of corners and , normally, little traffic. Looked at the 120N but they're priced here at 54k vs 43K NZD for the ST.
@greensocks4507 That sounds fantastic! You’ll have the biggest smile on your face I reckon! That’s a big price difference between the 2 cars. It’s a shame the ST doesn’t get the rev matching like the i20 has though.
Hello from Finland! 👋 I have Ford Fiesta ST3 2019 Performace Blue. I love it. It is 3 door model. I just dont understand why does Ford ends making Fiesta.I think that i will keep my ST and never sale it away. Great video i realy liked it 👍
@@WebbyOnCars in the UK the fiesta, and the ST are one of the best selling cars. Ford are having to go fully electric here by 2030, which has really messed the fiesta, and the focus up. The pumas are selling very well too, mini SUV etc, and is set up to adopt an electric motor in future. Guess they need to save money to develop that further. Such a shame, and I'm sure they will be losing a lot of sales in the short term
@@WebbyOnCars I know, I bought a new Focus RS in 2017 and was lucky that still had a cd player, it jumps with the firm suspension on some surfaces though !
Hey! Greatings from France! Nice to see that I'm not the only one with the boundless blue color! Got mine with 3 doors and with the sunroof and B&O options (and the performance pack of course) I've waited for so long to have it but now I've got a big smile every day I ride it. Ordered it in december 2021 and got it since early november 2022 (yeah... very long...) I've got a question for you: Do you think it's possible to fit side mirror with folding and BLIS option on it? I've seen that some mirror are available in spare parts, have to find the control panel in the driver side. But will it fit with all the connectors? Of course, it should require an intervention with FORSCAN or some software like that. Sorry for my english and have a good day!
@Remy Falempin Congratulations on your car, great choice! I’d imagine you’d be able to get the folding function to work but not sure about the BLIS as this would require additional sensors in the rear bumper.
The Fiesta ST MK8 and Focus ST MK4 were never sold in North America or South Africa, which IMO is a huge shame. And the other Ford of Europe ST product, the Puma ST, is not coming to Ozzyland, despite the Focus ST and Fiesta ST going away for that market. However, the Puma ST is very popular here in the UK.
@@WebbyOnCars Yeah, and an AWD version would be nice too like I said. Anyways, I heard the Fiesta is getting cancelled for Europe from 2023. Already, the Fiesta is cancelled for South Africa (they used to sell the MK8 Fiesta there, but not the ST model), and now it’s going away for Europe.
@@WebbyOnCars Now Im an old git, I see three door cars like Vauxhall Corsas for teenagers and people with no friends or family ! Have you tried getting people in the back of a new Toyota Yaris GR 3 door !! Not a pretty sight !
I've still got a 2010 Fiesta Zetec (since new). Good little car except for recent bluetooth, usb, cruise control issues. (Ford claim it'd cost $1200 to replace...Car's only worth about $6K now) I've been tempted to upgrade to the Fiesta ST or Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ for years. The i20N seems a good thing too. However, it's the combination of cost, practicality & ENGINE SOUND of the 3rd generation Fiesta ST that I think edges it over the line. If my Zetec blew up tomorrow, I'd probably go for one (if Ford still has any left?).
@@WebbyOnCars I agree. I think the i20i has better tech, the auto blip, very decent brakes. I like that the Ford's more subtle + THE ENGINE NOTE apparently sounds like a half air cooled flat 6 (!) 🙂
I like the look of it , size etc. Yr right 320nm is big torque , so you don’t have to rev the ass off it. Q: the B & O sound system, which Yr did that finish? Good review my Man!
@mainman2999 It depends on how many kms you're going to be doing and what your want in your next car as this is quite different to what you're currently driving.
@@WebbyOnCars I personally like the facelift. But I think what you say is also true, every man and their dog seems to want an SUV. I expected to see many more of the new style Fiesta but there's been hardly any in our area.
Sadly all I can do now is watch videos of these as my 7 week old ST is back at the dealership after waiting a year for it to arrive. It has a leaking windscreen and upon removal to refit and reseal it the heated screen wiring has broken. Ford can’t supply a replacement windscreen as they are on back order. Ford can’t supply the cars and they can’t supply the parts for them either. It was a fun 7 weeks while it lasted, I’m not holding my breath regarding getting the car back anytime soon.
@@Rabsallawah yes wet A pillar down past the bonnet release handle and down into the footwell. The car was gone for 4 weeks at the dealership I’ve literally only just got it back today.
Just placed a Deposit on what must be one of the last Mk8.5 into Oz (early March arrival at this stage) it'll be my forth and final Hot Fiesta 08 Mk6 XR4 (ST150), 17 Mk7, 21 Mk8 and now the 8.5. Cracking Cars. Currently own a 21 GR Yaris and while it's a weapon. Is in no way shape or form practical, nor does it give the smiles per mile that a Fez ST does.
i also ordered one new full optional 2 weeks ago... I hope to not to have to wait too long...in June I think that the production stop so I hope to receive a little before
It's not the end of an era. It's the end of the entire concept. People didn't stop wanting the small cars. Ford quit the availability of them a couple years ago. Let's not allow them to determine what exactly happened and the sequence of the events. Ford is quite enamored of the idea that an EV has no need for emissions certification and has half or less components than a combustion vehicle. They have sugar plums dancing in their heads thinking about the potential profit margins on the horizon. But, the infrastructure to power them is not in place.
@@WebbyOnCars tell me about it, £775 for mean green paint and the total with winter pack and upgraded music and nav makes it £29700 on the road here. I'm just about to leave a deposit for delivery middle 2023
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Great video, got my mk8.5 ST a few months back with only 6000miles on it.
3 door model in race red with all options inc. panoramic roof, its been fantastic so far.
I had the mk7.5 ST for 7 years and loved it, now onto this and hoping for atleast another 7 years with the 8.5.
@iSteveGWT Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Sounds like a great spec on your car! We don't get the 3 door here in Australia unfortunately.
Great video. I have exactly the same sentiments. I love small cars especially living in Wellington NZ where the roads are narrow and parking spaces tight. One of my biggest gripes in life is why are cars getting wider and wider .Honda boast that the new CRV is wider and bigger than the previous model. I say bring back the original CRV- It looks better too!
I have a 2 years old Fiesta ST3 and enjoy it very much. Every time I drive it , it brings a smile to my face. I also appreciate having 5 doors as I am a photographer. It gives great access to my camera mounted on my tripod in the back seat.
Last August I did a 2 week , 3000km photographic trip, on my own, around the South Island. having a small car allows you to stop anywhere to take a photo. it just can't be done in a camper van.
I was driving between two severe weather storms. I drove 900 km in one day to get out of the West Coast and head to Queenstown as the Haast pass was closed I was battling severe rain, fallen down trees, snow, pot holes and closed roads. I planned to stop overnight half way some where, but the car was so enjoyable to drive, responsive and with no one on the road I just kept on going.
I did have lots of breaks and photo opportunities on the East coast where snow was more the problem. This car definitely is a grand tourer and people seriously underestimate the potential of this small car. As Webby says the power and torque helps, especially when over taking a long truck and trailer unit.
I have 3 issues with the car;
1. Although noise levels are normal for a small car , I would like less road noise to intrude . NZ has a lot of coarse chip on the roads and the constant drone is quite fatiguing.
2. As with a lot of modern cars sound systems they got rid of the auxiliary port. I use a portable music player (Sony walkman) and plugging it in with a 3.5 coaxial cable is a lot simpler than using blue tooth or the USB C connection.
3. Apparently all the NZ Fiestas had a glitch in the navigation system. When directions are given out , if we wanted to reduce the volume of her voice we would turn the volume down when she is speaking. In future the volume would stay at this level. Unfortunately when she speaks again her volume goes back to loud. So we have to put up with a loud voice giving nav directions. My wife has a Ford escape with Snc 3 as well and there are no issues. BTW the Sony system in the Escape sounds better than the B&O of the Fiesta!
I applaud Toyota for bringing out the GR Yaris, Hyundai for the IN32, and Peugeot for the 208 gti (electric) -keep those small cars coming.
Ford isn't.
postcript Major camera manufacturer can't survive on making cameras for Pros but it is a good ego boost to the brand.
Why can't Ford keep the Fez as it is kinda a cult car and good for the brand.
ps I previously have never been a Ford fan.
@Chris Bing Thanks for your feedback, I think the Fiesta ST is a great car, and will be sadly missed.
Doesn’t matter which car I drive, and how quick it is, nothing has made me feel as giddy as Fiesta can around a bendy road.
@Rikus Scheepers They're a great car for attacking some twisty bends!
Every day pure fun
@Follong Kevin 100%
thanks for the review and generous responses to comments. love the mk 7 and cant wait for a mk 8
@J Jensen No worries at all, glad you enjoyed the video. The MK8 is such a great little hot hatch!
Just purchased one of the last few that just arrived in Australia, cant wait to get it.
Currently have a mark 7 which ill be keeping for now.
@and526625 Congratulations, you'll love it! What colour did you go for?
@@WebbyOnCars white, but would of loved the blue, but just happy to have one.
Excellent review of the MK 8.5 Fiesta ST. I bought a UK 3DR model about 5 months ago, which while impractical (door weight and length), matches my image of hot hatch. Like you, I can't fault the car and have already covered over 4,00km. The specs vary by country, but I managed to spec the car with the B&O sound system and the panoramic roof which I really enjoyed opening during the late summer months.
@David Ramsey Congratulations, nice spec car you’ve got there!
Gonna pick my agate black one up tomorrow after 10 months of waiting. I'm really happy and cant wait for it :D
@Robish Congratulations, you’ll love it!!
@@WebbyOnCars Yes, 300kms on it now, absolutely stunning car!
@@Crandor Fantastic! I bet you’ll be clocking up a lot more k’s with a big smile on your face!
Every day pure fun
Great review mate. I have a magnetic ST arriving in Jan in WA. Have owned four XR4's over the years..but never a newer ST, looking forward to getting it. We're also getting a Focus ST in a couple of weeks...so will have the last 2 models.
@wickedphotography Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it. Congratulations on your 2 new ST’s! You’ll absolutely love them!!
I very much regret that the very small car segment is almost gone in Australia. It's a big mistake in my opinion. Thanks Webby. ..
@letsseeif It’s such a shame isn’t it, but then everyone keeps buying SUV’s which doesn’t help!
1I love the Fiesta ST
@chemaguti7657 Me too, it's a great little car!
Nice car. You'll be lucky to get a new one now me thinks. Ordered my new ST3 in April. Might get it in the new year. Rare car indeed. Thanks for the post.
@Green socks We’ve got one last Fiesta ST arriving at my dealership in February and then that’s it. Congratulations on yours, I bet you can’t wait!
@@WebbyOnCars Thanks. Just been informed it's been built, delivery expected hopefully in March '23. Probably won't see another one where I'm at in the South Island of NZ. I won't be holding my breath. Look forward to it, it'll be a very rare car when it finally arrives. Cheers 🙂
@@greensocks4507 it’ll be worth the wait, you’ve got some awesome roads in NZ that you’ll be able to have some fun on!
@@WebbyOnCars I don't mind waiting and yes, the roads here are fantastic. Looking forward to the first trip over the Arthurs Pass to Greymouth on the West coast. Mountainous , lot's of corners and , normally, little traffic. Looked at the 120N but they're priced here at 54k vs 43K NZD for the ST.
@greensocks4507 That sounds fantastic! You’ll have the biggest smile on your face I reckon! That’s a big price difference between the 2 cars. It’s a shame the ST doesn’t get the rev matching like the i20 has though.
Hello from Finland! 👋 I have Ford Fiesta ST3 2019 Performace Blue. I love it. It is 3 door model. I just dont understand why does Ford ends making Fiesta.I think that i will keep my ST and never sale it away. Great video i realy liked it 👍
@niko Taimioja Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Ford are stopping the Fiesta due to declining sales
@@WebbyOnCars in the UK the fiesta, and the ST are one of the best selling cars. Ford are having to go fully electric here by 2030, which has really messed the fiesta, and the focus up. The pumas are selling very well too, mini SUV etc, and is set up to adopt an electric motor in future. Guess they need to save money to develop that further. Such a shame, and I'm sure they will be losing a lot of sales in the short term
I'm oldschool, I miss a CD PLAYER !! I don't do apple or carplay whatever that is ! so just the radio for me when I get one !
@mainman2999 CD players are getting harder to find in new cars these days as the majority of people tend to use Apple Carplay or Android Auto.
@@WebbyOnCars I know, I bought a new Focus RS in 2017 and was lucky that still had a cd player, it jumps with the firm suspension on some surfaces though !
@@mainman2999 what happened the 1.4 diesel fiesta
Hey! Greatings from France! Nice to see that I'm not the only one with the boundless blue color! Got mine with 3 doors and with the sunroof and B&O options (and the performance pack of course) I've waited for so long to have it but now I've got a big smile every day I ride it. Ordered it in december 2021 and got it since early november 2022 (yeah... very long...)
I've got a question for you: Do you think it's possible to fit side mirror with folding and BLIS option on it? I've seen that some mirror are available in spare parts, have to find the control panel in the driver side. But will it fit with all the connectors? Of course, it should require an intervention with FORSCAN or some software like that. Sorry for my english and have a good day!
@Remy Falempin Congratulations on your car, great choice! I’d imagine you’d be able to get the folding function to work but not sure about the BLIS as this would require additional sensors in the rear bumper.
The Fiesta ST MK8 and Focus ST MK4 were never sold in North America or South Africa, which IMO is a huge shame.
And the other Ford of Europe ST product, the Puma ST, is not coming to Ozzyland, despite the Focus ST and Fiesta ST going away for that market. However, the Puma ST is very popular here in the UK.
@Dave D'Video Maker If the Puma ST was available with an automatic gearbox, there's a chance we might get it here in Australia.
@@WebbyOnCars Yeah, and an AWD version would be nice too like I said.
Anyways, I heard the Fiesta is getting cancelled for Europe from 2023. Already, the Fiesta is cancelled for South Africa (they used to sell the MK8 Fiesta there, but not the ST model), and now it’s going away for Europe.
@@DaveDVideoMaker Yeah, I heard that too
@@WebbyOnCars What do you think of the cancellation of the Fiesta for Europe?
@@DaveDVideoMaker quite surprising really
I think my st edition will be climbing in value in the future
@gavinbetts4404 Fingers crossed!
What's the suspension feel like compared to the i20n and gr Yaris if you have tried that? I found gr Yaris quite rough on bad roads
@Adam Parslow I’d say the Fiesta has the most comfortable ride out of those 3 cars
UK market now only has the 5 door
@mainman2999 Probably makes sense as I'd imagine some people would use the rear seats a lot.
@@WebbyOnCars Now Im an old git, I see three door cars like Vauxhall Corsas for teenagers and people with no friends or family ! Have you tried getting people in the back of a new Toyota Yaris GR 3 door !! Not a pretty sight !
I've still got a 2010 Fiesta Zetec (since new). Good little car except for recent bluetooth, usb, cruise control issues. (Ford claim it'd cost $1200 to replace...Car's only worth about $6K now) I've been tempted to upgrade to the Fiesta ST or Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ for years. The i20N seems a good thing too. However, it's the combination of cost, practicality & ENGINE SOUND of the 3rd generation Fiesta ST that I think edges it over the line. If my Zetec blew up tomorrow, I'd probably go for one (if Ford still has any left?).
@incar95678 It's a close call between the Fiesta and i20, both very good cars!
@@WebbyOnCars I agree. I think the i20i has better tech, the auto blip, very decent brakes. I like that the Ford's more subtle + THE ENGINE NOTE apparently sounds like a half air cooled flat 6 (!) 🙂
@@incar95678 if the ST had rev matching it would be the perfect car I reckon
I think Ford are bringing back the B&O sound system for the remaining units
@Eye the Moment I’ve not heard about that, but maybe it’s country specific
@@WebbyOnCars hi mate. I ordered an ST and my Ford dealer confirmed that the new batch has full premium B&O sound.
@@eyeballbilly when did you order yours?
@@Adam_The_Goat91 late August
@Eye the Moment Nice!
Whats the name of that color ? We dont have that in Germany
@fluxx7217 This colour is called Boundless Blue
I think fiestas a good cars, they drive well and economical
@Matthew Smith very much so
I like the look of it , size etc. Yr right 320nm is big torque , so you don’t have to rev the ass off it.
Q: the B & O sound system, which Yr did that finish? Good review my Man!
@B-Dogs10 Thank you I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the video. I’m not sure when they removed the B&O sound system
Those seats are definitely a step down on the old recaro’s. Granted if you are wrong side of 14st you will prob prefer the 8.5’s
@jonathantaylor3750 These seats are definitely better at being able to cater for different body sizes
my little 2009 Fiesta 1.4 Diesel gets an easy 3.5L/100km .... should I really be selling it and swapping into a 2022 ST ???
@mainman2999 It depends on how many kms you're going to be doing and what your want in your next car as this is quite different to what you're currently driving.
@@WebbyOnCars yeah, less mileage nowadays so dont mind 35-40mpg
@mainman2999 Then it’s definitely worth getting one based on how much fun you’ll have
Sadly the latest facelift of the Ford Fiesta really hasn't taken off.
They simply aren't selling like they used to do.
@Neil Burns I actually really like the facelift version, but I think it’s more the fact that people buy more SUV’s these days unfortunately
@@WebbyOnCars I personally like the facelift.
But I think what you say is also true, every man and their dog seems to want an SUV.
I expected to see many more of the new style Fiesta but there's been hardly any in our area.
@@neilburns8869 yeah it’s a real shame to see an iconic name disappear.
Sadly all I can do now is watch videos of these as my 7 week old ST is back at the dealership after waiting a year for it to arrive.
It has a leaking windscreen and upon removal to refit and reseal it the heated screen wiring has broken. Ford can’t supply a replacement windscreen as they are on back order. Ford can’t supply the cars and they can’t supply the parts for them either.
It was a fun 7 weeks while it lasted, I’m not holding my breath regarding getting the car back anytime soon.
@michaelb9664 That sucks. Can't they put a standard windscreen in it whilst you wait for an original one to arrive?
@@WebbyOnCars as far as I’m aware all of the windscreens are heated, but even so Ford just can’t supply the parts sadly.
How did you notice the leaking? Wet a-pillar?
@@Rabsallawah yes wet A pillar down past the bonnet release handle and down into the footwell.
The car was gone for 4 weeks at the dealership I’ve literally only just got it back today.
Sync 3 is over 5 years old
@elmin True, but it wasn't worth investing the money to put SYNC4 into a car that is coming to the end of it's life.
Just placed a Deposit on what must be one of the last Mk8.5
into Oz (early March arrival at this stage) it'll be my forth and final Hot Fiesta 08 Mk6 XR4 (ST150), 17 Mk7, 21 Mk8 and now the 8.5. Cracking Cars. Currently own a 21 GR Yaris and while it's a weapon. Is in no way shape or form practical, nor does it give the smiles per mile that a Fez ST does.
@Craig Bonner Congratulations, you'll have a blast in it!
How much did you get one for?
i also ordered one new full optional 2 weeks ago... I hope to not to have to wait too long...in June I think that the production stop so I hope to receive a little before
This is the biggest mistake of car manufacturers, Ford has to keep Fiesta and Focus ST versions they have to
@lynx7575 I agree, it's such a shame.
This exact press car is on CarSales at Brighton Ford for $44k driveway. What a joke!
@alexaescht It could even go higher once they’re all sold out too!
It's not the end of an era. It's the end of the entire concept.
People didn't stop wanting the small cars. Ford quit the availability of them a couple years ago. Let's not allow them to determine what exactly happened and the sequence of the events.
Ford is quite enamored of the idea that an EV has no need for emissions certification and has half or less components than a combustion vehicle. They have sugar plums dancing in their heads thinking about the potential profit margins on the horizon. But, the infrastructure to power them is not in place.
@scottbrown7415 Ford aren't the only brand focusing on SUV's these days unfortunately, they're all doing it.
in the UK that spec is £29000 on the road ! $51970 AUD !!! and you think you are having it tough at $40000 !!
@mainman2999 Wow, thats ridiculous! Strange that a car that comes from europe is cheaper here too!
@@WebbyOnCars tell me about it, £775 for mean green paint and the total with winter pack and upgraded music and nav makes it £29700 on the road here. I'm just about to leave a deposit for delivery middle 2023
@@mainman2999 you should decide soon, Ford stops the production of the Fiesta in June 2023 permanently...
@@Crandor Thanks, I'm on it now, see how I get on at the weekend at the dealers !
@mainman2999 Fingers crossed you manage to get one before they stop building them
I20n FTW
@elmin They both have their good and bad points. If the Fiesta had rev matching it would be perfect!
alright Ford, you go with the monster in US, bye
sad very sad
@Jack Sad to hear that the Fiesta will cease production next year too