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A Ford Focus ST-3 for sale is a high-spec version of Ford’s popular family hatchback, which has a lot of performance without too much of a tradeoff in terms of running costs. A used Ford Focus ST-3 should also be affordable to buy, especially with our flexible finance deals.

Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) representative example

Based on a cash price of £12,550 with a £2,000 customer deposit, borrowing £10,550 at a representative APR of 11.4%. 48 monthly payments of £194.03. Fixed rate of interest per annum 5.93%. Optional final payment. Option-to-purchase fee £10. Amount of interest £5,005.00. Total amount payable £16,318.44. Annual mileage limit 8,000 miles. Excess mileage charge 4p per mile.

  1. Ford Focus

    2.0 TDCi 185 ST-3 5dr Powershift

    • Vehicle Year, 2016
    • Mileage, 77,117 miles
    • Fuel Type, Diesel
    • Transmission Type, Automatic
    Full price.£12,700Price per month. hp. £276

  2. Ford Focus

    2.0 TDCi 185 ST-3 Navigation 5dr

    • Vehicle Year, 2018
    • Mileage, 44,666 miles
    • Fuel Type, Diesel
    • Transmission Type, Manual
    Full price.£15,500Price per month. hp. £348

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Ford Focus ST-3 Buying Guide

What is the Ford Focus ST-3?

ST, which means Sports Technologies, is the name given to Ford’s performance-oriented models, and the Focus ST makes for an attractive and practical hot hatch.

It bridges the gap perfectly between more sedate versions of the Ford Focus and the quick and costly Focus RS.

There are petrol and diesel versions of the Ford Focus ST-3, much like its rivals from Volkswagen and Audi, making it a car that appeals to even more drivers.

– Read our Ford Focus review

What are the Ford Focus ST-3 specs?

Newer versions of the Ford Focus ST come with a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, which has a power output of 280hp.

Manual versions do 0-62mph in 5.8 seconds, and automatic versions with a dual-clutch gearbox take 0.2 seconds longer.

There’s also a 2.0-litre diesel version, though it has less power. With 190hp, it does the same acceleration sprint in 7.6 seconds.

Used Ford Focus ST-3 features and equipment

The latest fourth-generation model, introduced in 2018, comes with adaptive LED headlights, a reversing camera, an upgraded B&O sound system, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry, heated seats and a heated steering wheel.

Facelifted models sold from 2022 also come with a digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charging and a sharper-looking front end.

Both come with touchscreen infotainment systems that work with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but facelifted models come with Ford’s newer SYNC 4 system and a much larger screen, so if you like your car tech, then newer is better.

Where the Focus ST-3 sits in the Ford range

ST is the highest trim level you can get, though there are sporty-looking ST-Line and ST-Line X variants that come with more economical engine options. ST-3 sits above ST-2 and ST-1 models.

Mid-spec models include Titanium and Titanium X, as well as rugged-looking Active and Active X versions that are meant to look like mini-crossovers.

Other trim levels that have previously been available include entry-level Zetec and Trend, while Vignale variants have also been sold with a more premium feel.

Browse our most popular Ford Focus variants

  1. ACTIVE STYLE (Focus)
  2. ACTIVE X (Focus)
  3. ST-2 (Focus)
  4. ST-LINE STYLE (Focus)
  5. ST-LINE VIGNALE (Focus)
  6. TITANIUM X EDITION (Focus)
  7. VIGNALE EDITION (Focus)

Should I buy a Ford Focus ST-3?

How does the Focus ST-3 differ from lower Focus ST trims?

The Focus ST-3, being the top trim, adds premium features like a B&O sound system, heated seats and advanced tech compared to lower ST trims.

How much torque does the Focus ST-3 produce?

Depending on the model year, the Focus ST-3 produces 360-400 Nm of torque from its 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine.

What driving modes are available in the Ford Focus ST-3?

There are four selectable drive modes: Normal, Slippery, Sport, and Track.

What's the ST-3 trim on the Ford Focus?

It's one of the three trims available on the Focus ST. Being the top trim, it gets the most features of them all.