Making its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the new 2012Ford Focus ST blasts onto the scene with its customary extreme-bright body colour. The new Ford Focus ST will be available in Tangerine Scream, as seen in the pictures, as well as Performance Blue, Race Red and White. The new 2012 Ford Focus ST is built on the previous model and comes with improved performance as well as improved efficiency. The 5-door model will be available at launch, in early 2012, as well as a wagon version.

EcoBoost Tech put to test in new 2012 Ford Focus ST

The new Focus ST is powered by a 2.0 litre all-aluminum EcoBoost engine, which is able to provide the power of a larger engine in a fuel-efficient smaller displacement using the following technologies: High pressure direct injection, low-inertia turbocharging and lastly Twin-independent variable Cam Timing. The engine is thus capable of producing a maximum output of 250PS along with strong torque levels. The previous Ford Focus ST came with a 2.5 litre 5-cylinder engine, where as the new ST comes with a 4-cylinder and offers increased performance.

The EcoBoost engine in the new Focus ST has reduced CO2 emissions and has improved fuel economy by more than 20% compared to the previous generation model. The transmission is a 6-speed manual, with revised gearing to produce the maximum response from each of the gear shifts.

Another important aspect in the new 2012 Ford Focus ST that has been maintained in the new version is the sound of the engine. The engine sound in the previous version was extremely popular and the engineers have worked hard to maintain an engine sound that is just as impressive albeit in a completely different engine.

Improved driving dynamics

The driving dynamics have also been improved; the newly developed Ford Sport Steering System has been designed to improve the agility of the vehicle. The system will reduce sensitivity when driving in a straight line but the sensitivity increases when the driver needs to corner. Parking has also been made easier by this system, allowing the driver maximum control over the vehicle during slow-speed situations.

Suspension in the new 2012 Ford Focus ST has also been worked on. The uprated shock absorbers and springs have lowered the chassis by 10mm which has resulted in a more aggressive stance as well as aiding in precise cornering. The rear suspension has also been revised; the uprated suspension knuckles as well as a new anti-roll bar design have resulted in impressive driver feedback and control.

Look for more information on a local release as it becomes available.