Anthony Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 http://autoblog.com/2014/06/26/2015-ford-focus-st-official-photos/?post=1&icid=autoblog_river_article The upgraded Blue Oval hot hatch still packs a 2.0-liter turbo four with 252 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque driving through a six-speed manual to the front wheels, so we're not expecting much change in measurable performance. But Ford has given the new Focus ST a new front suspension setup and a new electric power-assisted steering rack that combine to promise improved handling. While it was at it, Ford has equipped the 2015 Focus ST with redesigned front and rear fascias, HID and LED lighting, 18-inch wheels and an improved cabin complete with a redesigned center stack, center console and front door panels, a new flat-bottom steering wheel and standard rear-view camera. Buyers will also be able to opt for a new shade of silver and black or red racing stripes as well as a heated steering wheel and eight-way power driver's seat all of which promises to make one of our favorite hot hatches that much better, and that can be no bad thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydro Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 bummer no auto trans option. I was holding out to see if they would reveal a AT. Looks like the GTI is still on our "hit list" for a fun little hot hatch to drive around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 (edited) bummer no auto trans option. I was holding out to see if they would reveal a AT. Looks like the GTI is still on our "hit list" for a fun little hot hatch to drive around. I agree. I was hoping a 3 door would be availible too. A wet-clutch DCT would be good here IMHO. The 6A in my Escape would work too if the programming was changed for more aggressive shifting. http://jalopnik.com/the-2015-ford-focus-st-gets-a-diesel-version-for-glorio-1596910275 Something to fan the fires of diesel fans Edited June 27, 2014 by Hugh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupe3w Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 It's a performance car. Learn to drive a standard 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Not a fan of this odd gold color they are using on the ST and Edge to show it off...does nothing for me. The Grey Diesel ST would be awesome if it was matte finish though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydro Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 (edited) It's a performance car. Learn to drive a standard I guess Ferrari, Bently, Jaguar, Audi, Porsche & Lambo didn't get that memo As of late, some auto trans cars perform better than thier manual siblings. Manuals remiind me of Nascar or OHV engines..... and how do you expect me to text, play with MFT and sip my coffee while rowing gears Edited June 27, 2014 by Hydro 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomerSooner Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 While I agree that the gold color is not something I'd purchase, I also have to say I've seen it in person on the road and that it is a particularly striking color that accentuates the many curves and angles on the ST. To show the car off it's a great color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 The auto-manuals in the supercars (Ferrari 458 e.g.) are far superior to a person with a stick and a clutch. They not only shift much faster, they automatically downshift so you're always in the right gear - no thought or action required by the driver. Driving one on a racetrack is a hoot - hit the brakes and by the time you're accelerating out of the corner it's already in the right gear. I've heard the Porsche PDK is just as good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papilgee4evaeva Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 I guess Ferrari, Bently, Jaguar, Audi, Porsche & Lambo didn't get that memo As of late, some auto trans cars perform better than thier manual siblings. Manuals remiind me of Nascar or OHV engines..... and how do you expect me to text, play with MFT and sip my coffee while rowing gears Mercedes, Maserati... And if you want to text and play with MFT, use voice commands. And if you want to sip coffee, just leave it in 6th. See? Problems solved! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddysystem Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 I guess Ferrari, Bently, Jaguar, Audi, Porsche & Lambo didn't get that memo As of late, some auto trans cars perform better than thier manual siblings. Manuals remiind me of Nascar or OHV engines..... and how do you expect me to text, play with MFT and sip my coffee while rowing gears I'd sacrifice a couple tenths of a second in the quarter mile or a few seconds on a lap around the ring because an automatic can now shift faster than a human. I'll row my own any day because it simply is way more fun. Every time I get in a manumatic car I stop using the manual function after a few minutes because it's just not worth it. I don't buy that argument about manuals being a pain in traffic. I drove one for 10 years 57 miles each way on route 128 in Boston and it never got old. Save the manuals as they say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hydro Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Mercedes, Maserati... And if you want to text and play with MFT, use voice commands. And if you want to sip coffee, just leave it in 6th. See? Problems solved! LOL... Then when braking or coming up to traffic..... keep the clutch in , leave it in 6th and rev it to the moon while riding the clutch to get rolling again. I like it! I'd sacrifice a couple tenths of a second in the quarter mile or a few seconds on a lap around the ring because an automatic can now shift faster than a human. I'll row my own any day because it simply is way more fun. Every time I get in a manumatic car I stop using the manual function after a few minutes because it's just not worth it. I don't buy that argument about manuals being a pain in traffic. I drove one for 10 years 57 miles each way on route 128 in Boston and it never got old. Save the manuals as they say. I just have no interest in driving a manual ever again. For me, it was a problem with traffic. Very annoying bouncing in and out of gear or holding the clutch in just to creep foward a few feet. Also, helps that the wife never learned. It's always fun racing people on a non-prepped track or street with manuals fom a dig. Most of the time they fry the tires or bog the launch making it way to easy to pull away from them. I always get them coming back wanting to go from a roll. Buncha Weenies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 I had a 95 manual Ranger 4.0L. Got stuck in traffic on I-285 one day and spent about 90 minutes in creeping stop and go traffic. My left leg was killing me. That was the last manual I owned. If I get a weekend driver it might be a manual, assuming it's not a 458 Italia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 If I get a weekend driver it might be a manual, assuming it's not a 458 Italia. You think I'm jealous of you getting to drive one on the track, just think how jealous I'd be if you owned one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30 OTT 6 Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 I had a 95 manual Ranger 4.0L. Got stuck in traffic on I-285 one day and spent about 90 minutes in creeping stop and go traffic. My left leg was killing me. That was the last manual I owned. If I get a weekend driver it might be a manual, assuming it's not a 458 Italia. Imagine the guy in the Kenworth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 You think I'm jealous of you getting to drive one on the track, just think how jealous I'd be if you owned one. If I win the lottery and get one you can drive it. Provided you're not wearing a Cardinals hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 (edited) You think I'm jealous of you getting to drive one on the track, just think how jealous I'd be if you owned one. Gateway Motorsports Park July 11-13 St. Louis Audi R8, Corvette C7 stingray, Nissan GT-R - $200 xxspeed.com promotion code xtremevip Edited June 27, 2014 by akirby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 It's a performance car. Learn to drive a standard Not all performance cars are standard. Besides, an availible option where practical can boost sales. Making money is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Some people are incapable of driving a manual due to physical problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coupe3w Posted June 28, 2014 Share Posted June 28, 2014 I just think manuals are way more fun. Each has there advantages / disadvantages. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 I don't buy that argument about manuals being a pain in traffic. You can buy what you want, but that's the exact reason my daily driver is no longer a manual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 You can buy what you want, but that's the exact reason my daily driver is no longer a manual. Its all dependent on traffic IMO...I never had a problem with all my sticks I've owned, but I never had to deal with stop and go traffic on a regular basis. With that being said, having an automatic now isn't too bad, but if I got another Mustang, it would def be a stick...and weekend/fun car only for the most part. I like taking out the Mustang on Fridays to work, but I don't miss the stick too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 akirby, on 27 Jun 2014 - 2:48 PM, said: If I win the lottery and get one you can drive it. Provided you're not wearing a Cardinals hat. If you let me drive, I would even wear a Braves hat! And a Georgia t-shirt if you desire! akirby, on 27 Jun 2014 - 2:56 PM, said: Gateway Motorsports Park July 11-13 St. Louis Audi R8, Corvette C7 stingray, Nissan GT-R - $200 xxspeed.com promotion code xtremevip Hmmm, I thought they were more expensive than that. Too bad I'm busy that weekend. :sad: Maybe I can talk my wife into it for a birthday / father's day present next year! :banvictory: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97svtgoin05gt Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 (edited) "Not all performance cars are manual" The real ones are Edited July 1, 2014 by 97svtgoin05gt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97svtgoin05gt Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 I own a '13 ST and my opinion of it is its the most fun you can have for about $30k. Any of this DSG stuff would ruin the experience IMO and more than likely drive the price up. No thanks, I'll deal with a little traffic here and there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 "Not all performance cars are manual" The real ones are Depends on whether you define manual as having a driver operated clutch or if you're referring to the lack of a torque converter. I can assure you that the automated manuals put out by Ferrari, Audi, Porsche, Lambo, etc. far exceed the performance of a traditional manual with a driver operated clutch. There's nothing wrong with simply preferring the feel and experience of a stick shift and clutch, but don't claim that it performs better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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