The acclaimed Ford Fiesta ST compact hot hatch is about to get even hotter!
At the Geneva Motor Show this week, Ford will unveil the most powerful production Fiesta ever called the Ford Fiesta ST200.
The new Ford Fiesta ST200 gets some subtle improvements over the regular Fiesta ST starting with a recalibrated version of the former’s 1.6-litre EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder that gains 18hp and 50Nm for a total of 197hp and 290Nm respectively. These figures are temporarily increased to 212hp and 320Nm for up to 20 seconds using transient overboost.
The 6-speed manual gearbox remains, but Ford’s engineers has shortened the final drive ratio from 3.82 to 4.06 to further enhances in-gear acceleration for improved drivability and an even more fun to drive experience.
These updates help the ST200 to reach 0- 100km/h in 6.7 seconds or 0.2 seconds faster that the regular ST, while top speed is increased by 10km/h to 230km/h.
Ford has also modified the ST’s sport chassis giving it an enhanced Torque Vectoring Control and 3-mode Electronic Stability Control, modified front steering knuckles, a stiffer and 15mm lower suspension, a sharper and quicker steering rack, plus bigger rear brake discs.
Beyond the mechanical upgrades, the ST200 will feature an exclusive paint job called Storm Grey exterior, along with 17-inch machined matt black alloy wheels and red-painted brake callipers.
Inside, the ST200 gets unique partial leather Charcoal Recaro front seats and contrasting silver stitching, alongside illuminated scuff plates and seatbelts with silver detailing.
Production of the Fiesta ST200 in Europe begins in June with first deliveries to customers expected soon after.
