2013 Ford Focus ST Review, Exhaust, & Test Drive 

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New engines today are very tolerant and durable. Most mainstream manufacturers already have the engine broken in from the factory. In fact, after the engine is assembled, it is often time revved to its redline to make sure all the components and seals are tight. In the owners manual of most vehicles, there is often "no break-in" period anymore. It is perfectly safe and won't do any harm to the engine to just test it out for a brief time.

It has to do with the equipment packages, the ST1 is the base model, ST2 rolls in recaro seats, MyFord Touch, dual zone auto temp control, Sony Audio, and Sat radio, ST3 is the top of the line with full leather recaro seats with heated seats, power drivers seat, LED accented DRLs with HIDS, Nav, ambient interior lighting, and heated outside mirrors.

We understand your reason. We are in the process of blending the two styles together, we know that our viewers like the first person review and it won't be going away anytime soon.

What I appreciate the most about the first review is that it doesn't sound at all like the boring automotive journalists reviews. In this one, which is also good by the way, you sound a little bit like other journalists when you talk about how you like the rims machined.

Probably the most informative review I've seen so far. I may just have to go buy one now.

I just ordered this exact car last week, can't wait for it to get here! One of the better reviews I've seen for it too, thanks.

Great job on this video review! Answered all of my questions...especially about the pricing comparisons between the ST, GTI, and Speed3 at the end. Looking forward to more great reviews like this.

really love how you compare prices with and without options! something i don't ever see in car reviews but am constantly doing on my own. keep that up :)

In addition to what 2theRedlineLLC already mentioned, this is a car review... Who wants to watch a car review with the reviewer babying the car? Viewers want to see the car taken to its limit so they can get a good sense on what to expect from said car. I feel this review was very in depth and thorough.

The BYO bit you added was sweet, as was the rest of the vid. Keep up the fantastic work guys!

I like the new video style. Much more professional but without losing your personality in the process

I really liked when you looked through the different "build" pages on the competiton instead of just saying "oh it competes with such and such for the same price", that was cool :)

wow good review man, i didn't expect that

I normally don't like sport compacts, but I would take this in a heartbeat.

This really is an outstanding review. Very informative. Thank you

Thanks for sharing! What made the first review better?

One of the best, in depth reviews I've seen, nice! Front end definitely looks better in the flesh though, wasn't too keen at first..

Glad you like this one better :)

Love this car! Deffinitly getting it for my first car!!!

Really well done review

Thanks for pointing that out, that is correct, although it would look rather odd if for example you had Race Red with the yellow seat inserts

I like your review style. Very informed good work

The AWD system in the WRX makes it a bit more controlled and gives it extra grip on the track vs the ST. It doesn't mean the ST isn't as fun, in fact, people say its the best handling FWD car on the market right now. It just came down to your preference and we don't blame you for choose the subaru. Every car has it's strengths and weakness.

Can't wait to get mine.

We didn't notice that on our 2010, seems to keep pulling hard well past redline

good job! love your videos!

Very nicely done!

I pick mine up tomorrow!!!!

The MFT display is included in the ST2 package

Great work Sofyan!!! My list: 1.GTi 2 ST 3 Speed3 and the Civic Si can't compete.

The gas tank is in fact 12.1 gallons, about 0.3 smaller than the standard Focus. A weird change, as it will make the range of this vehicle very low.

i like the new logo keep it up!

Tuxedo black eh, it's called panther black in the jolly old UK. Nice review

Great video, I'm currently in the shopping around phase and I think I'm leaning more towards the 2015 GTI due out next summer.

Great review for a great car!

Been test driving all the usual suspects. I gotta say this is on the top of the list. I opened it up on the highway, and omg, I've never heard a 4 cylinder sound so good. Unlike the competition, it feels like a compact luxury car. The only thing I didn't like was the recaro seats are sort of on the narrow side.

It actually is that vehicle at the end, good ears!

They are two completely different cars, would you like a RWD sport coupe or a FWD hot hatch?

Good review!

Great Review Of 2013 Ford Focus ST. 😀

yay! finally! I hope the fiesta gets projectors like in europe too!

wow what an awesome sound.

The "blacked-out headlights" as you put it are actually standard on ST1 and ST2. ST3 has LED daytime running lights and does not have the blacked out headlight casing.

on the note of the sound symposer, the gti also has a similar tech inside it

Great Video. I'm a focus fan and just traded my 2002 ZTS for the 2013 ST2 W/ sunroof. Amazing car! Packed with features, a BLAST to drive. I'm in agreement with you on the wheels. It would be nice to have at least a choice of different rims, but sadly only the one. Will need to look @ aftermarkets, since I'll need all seasons anyway.

I am one of the rare ST3 owners. In Oxford white. Anyways, Great review.. many people need to be educated on the "hot hatches" and the class this car falls into. And yes to the rest of you.. i recommend you test drive one before you dismiss it. This is a fun driver car!!

good vids bro. do a vid on an 8th gen 09-2011 si sedan

BTW. i subscribed to your channel. nice videos man

Excellent reviewer.. You are the best one out there for..thanks. although an excellent value and the dual climate control is awesome. What's keeping me totally interested is the smallish gas tank, turning radius, and speed is nice.. but a GTI in DSG can only be pretty good! Those things kind of ruin it for me.. as my current car's radius is 37 ft, and it drives me nuts!! The GTI is 35.8

STs are actually being sold close to sticker and there are no rebates from Ford.

We did notice it does 1.8 turns lock to lock

yes it is , I live in berea Ohio and this guy who lives 2 houses down drives one and i was behind him yesterday , thats why im here checking this out

Nice car. I saw a performance blue I believe it's called? ST3 at a car show last weekend. I couldn't believe how much nicer it looked in person versus on a youtube video. Very impressive little car. I wouldn't mind owning one myself actually. The first thing I would do is install a CAI, Tune, 3" DP w/ HF Cat & an MRT exhaust system. * I've been watching some vids of this car, so I'm learning lol. Nice review man.

You do nice reviews. Wish you would do input on MPG avg's?

i love this color. My fusion sport has the same paint xD

You better believe it can run with the big boys...especially when you add in Ford Racing's power pack, adds up to 90 lb ft of torque and 40 hp, yes sir, that turns this blazing hot hatch into a little monster! Looks, handling, design and value for the performance dollar spent, amazing, great rock solid reliable hyper fun sport hatch!!

I LOVE THIS CAR

I actually just traded down from my 11' STi limited sedan and in all honesty, the only thing I miss is the AWD. Everything that i like in the ST makes it an understandable compromise (on top of saving money monthly) with the LED headlights, HIDs, Sync, GREAT sound system, great seats, and other cool little additions. my STi had 10k miles, creaked to no end when hitting bumps (car was stock) and had a miserable sound system although it was "premium." Just my opinion though.

This is awesome Motorweek-esque quality.

Love this!

haha i knew it because i was watching a video of the exhaust sound from a c300 and i was like wait its the same sound as the end of the video! haha

It is not available in the US

The ST is just flat out better looking!

Love your reviews, great job! Question tho, where did you get your camera mount for the headrest? I'm thinking of doing my own blogs (similar to these maybe) and wanted to get one of those mounts.

They are on the ST3 models... this is an ST2

FIESTA st!!!!!!!! please upload a video on that when it becomes available :) thank you

For someone who has never driven stick, do you feel this car would be pretty easy to learn on?

love the reviews! Would you recommend purchasing one of these? I am debating this vs. a GTI but i have always been a ford fan and it honestly rides much better than my current NORMAL mazda3 hatch sadly... I just found this vehicle very comfortable, fun to drive, and such an easy shifter. I mean would I be stupid to buy one of these as my daily commuter and for a fun car on the weekends?

I'm looking foe one very similar to the blue one you did before.. But I'll be happy with just a st1. Could you review that one??

hey man, ford focus st from 2012 to 2016, do they have the same bolt patern with ford focus SE sedan?

This will be a fun commuter vehicle to drive! I will choose this and forego the Dodge Dart.

What's that red car in the background in the beginning and can you do a review of it please?

I really like the review and the car. I would like to know if you can confirm the gas tank capacity. I think Ford might of put 12.1 imperial gallons on instead of US gallons. That was one thing that I didn't like about the gas tank being too small for those long road trips. It is listed by automobile-catalog to be 14.5 US gallons or 55 L.

I love that it is a manual!

Looks good, but like the GTI, really needs those xenons to complete the look...too bad they are only available on the highest trim level

Sofyan, can you try to find a first generation Mazdaspeed3 (2007-2009). I would greatly appreciate it!!

that exhaust sound at the end of the video sounds just like a c300!!!!!!!

Well said!

not too sure about the front end, but the rest of the car looks nice. i'd say this is best in class

I have the ST3. Love it for everything except the turning radius and the fog light button is too small and close to the trunk lid button. Also, after 5 thousand miles, I've had to take it in to replace the #2 & #3 fuel injectors.

hey Sofyan, when you rode this car, did you feel that bang on the firewall when u hard shift from 1 to 2?

if they put the rims from the Ford Focus Rs to St, it'll be off the hook, also the subaru sti hook on it, mind blowing :)

the huge front end bumper is to put a huge front end intercooler, smile face with bracers!

That tuxedo black, my god

What happens to the HP and MPG if you run it on regular instead of premium?

i like this car alot. i also like AWD alot... damn you Canadian winters!!!!.... think ill get it anyway.

So why haven't you gotten in trouble with the police yet? lol

ah gotcha, thanks for clarification

what are the 'paddle shifters' on the back of the steering wheel if this is a manual?

Is there a dent on the left side near 2:06. Look above and to the right of the wheel well.

The turning circle is the compromise you pay for the point and shoot handling.

Sounds good for stock

I loved it before it came out and then now i see it in the flesh, not so much anymore - that front end is my only gripe as far as aesthetics.

Hey Sofyan, I'm thinking about getting an ST1 version of this... I've been doing some reading and there's mixed opinions. Some say not worth it, others say the ST2 is not worth the extra $4000 and others say, just get any model is great! What are your thoughts. I have noticed the ones that say no, don't like the additional costs and bought an after market stereo and didn't care about seats, but put money in modding the car instead. I'm still very undecided.

Can you manage to get a veloster turbo please!

Most of these care ideals for a new car are almost thrown out of the window now. Consider the fact that these engines are a brand new design. Also, 2theRedlineLLC's comment response tells all.

I don't like the new intro music. But the watermark on bottom right is a nice touch.

What about the honda civic type r or is this hatchback model not available in america

you didn't say anything about having to push the button for sport mode....If you test drive...just touch the button for one touch....to turn off all the AVC stuff push and hold for 5 seconds.....I bought the ST3....get almost 28mpg city/highway drive....run only 91oct..Love it...Sport mode ON