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Ford Focus ST (2006-2010) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5
Ford Focus ST 2006
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Ford Focus ST 2006

Written by David Ross Updated: 10 October 2023

A mid-life facelift in May 2008 gave the Ford a sharper nose and improved interior quality but one thing remains unchanged – it’s still great value, especially when compared to rival hot hatches.

Parkers ratings

Performance

5 out of 55.0

Handling

5 out of 55.0

Behind the wheel

4.5 out of 54.5

Comfort

4 out of 54.0

Running costs

3.5 out of 53.5

Green credentials

2 out of 52.0

Reliability

4 out of 54.0

Equipment

4 out of 54.0

Safety

4.5 out of 54.5

Practicality

4 out of 54.0

Top rivals

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Golf GTI

4.5 out of 54.5 4.5 out of 54.5
Honda Civic Type R 2007-

Honda
Civic Type-R

4.5 out of 54.5 4.5 out of 54.5
SEAT Leon Cupra 2007-

SEAT
Leon Cupra

4.5 out of 54.5 4.5 out of 54.5

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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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