Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Focus
Power
250HP
Torque
340Nm
Consumption
7.2l/100
Emissions
169g/km
0-100 km/h
6.5s
Top Speed
248km/h
Weight
1362kg
Price
31,750€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
363 L
55 L
184 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Focus Berlina ST Plus 2 0 EcoBoost 250 CV (2012)
General description
The 2012 Ford Focus ST is not just a compact car; it's a statement of intent. In a golden age for 'hot hatches', Ford unleashed a 250-horsepower beast with its 2.0 EcoBoost engine, creating a car capable of taking you to work every day and taking your breath away on every weekend curve. It's the perfect symbiosis between the practicality of a Focus and the pure adrenaline of the ST division.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a whirlwind of emotions. The thrust of the EcoBoost engine is brutal and addictive, with 340 Nm of torque that pins you to the seat from very low revs. The six-speed manual gearbox is precise and makes you part of a visceral driving experience. Every shift, every acceleration, is accompanied by a mechanical symphony that gives you goosebumps. Its chassis is a work of art, agile and communicative, inviting you to push the limits with absolute confidence. It's a car that talks to you, that asks for more, transforming every journey into an unforgettable experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are a perfect balance between aggression and discretion. It doesn't need to shout to show its potential. The widened body, the imposing front grille, the 18-inch wheels, and above all, that iconic central trapezoidal exhaust outlet, betray its sporty nature. Inside, the Recaro seats hug you as if they were custom-made, reminding you at every moment that you are not in just any Focus. It's a purposeful design, where every element is designed for driving.
Technology and features
Although its soul is analog, the 2012 Focus ST integrated technology designed for performance. The Torque Vectoring Control system worked in the background to improve traction and agility in corners, almost like an electronic limited-slip differential. On the dashboard, above the center console, three additional gauges reported turbo pressure, temperature, and oil pressure, a nod to racing cars that further immerses you in the driving experience.
Competition
It arrived on a battlefield dominated by legends. Its main adversary was, and always will be, the Volkswagen Golf GTI, the benchmark for its balance and quality. However, the Focus ST stood its ground with a wilder and more playful character. It also competed with the Renault Mégane R.S., famous for its radically effective chassis on the track, and the Opel Astra OPC, another high-power contender. The Focus ST found its niche by offering one of the most fun and pure experiences in the segment.
Conclusion
The Ford Focus ST 2.0 EcoBoost is much more than a fast car; it's a smile-generating machine. It's the choice for the purist who values the man-machine connection above all else. It represents an era when sports compacts offered raw, authentic sensations, wrapped in a body you could use every day. A future classic that captures the essence of what it means to love driving.