smooth3d

This is a very nice price for a hot hatch! Go Ford!

Ford prices 2013 Focus ST from $24,495* [UPDATE: Configurator launches]

96_Camaro_B4C

I wouldn't mind rocking one of those...

STOCK1SC

Doesn't seem like a vast improvement over my Cobalt SS sedan. The Cobalt makes more power but slightly less torque, although the Ford has some sort of anti torque steer electronics which would be nice. The Cobalt would rip the wheel all over the place.

colin911

I'm sure the interior will be light years ahead of a Cobalt

JCU

Has the Focus always been a little oinker? Notice the weight of the car.

Indelibility

I'll take a WRX just on looks alone, thanks. Plus it's quicker for about the same price

HAZ-Matt

Power!!

uluz28

Is it just me, or is it getting CRAZY expensive to buy a new car these days? I'm sorry, but I can't justify spending north of $25k on a such a vehicle...

OutsiderIROC-Z

Damn that thing is FUGLY.

King Moose SS

I mean performance for $$$. The WRX will nearly beat anything. I have a feeling this car is going to target more "techies" than people interested in performance. I mean, it looks like that market is already crowded with cars between the Speed3 & GTI. Then it also has to compete with the RWD cars Genesis coupe, BRZ, a V6 stang, maro, and chally.

WhiteHawk

I was thinking the exact same thing. Even worse, you can get a base LS Camaro for $23,280 (plus $900 delivery I think) You have to be a diehard Focus lover to drop that kind of coin on one! Not bashing Ford in particular - I am sure a loaded Cruze prices out similarly.

-Geoff

bossco

Probably your paycheck ( Inflation Calculator | Find US Dollar's Value from 1913-2012 ) if it hasn't kept pace with inflation coupled with a desire by Ford to avoid creating a loss leader.

Anyways, I see alot of people over at AB dont care for the E-diff. I wonder if it is really as bad as they are saying????

STOCK1SC

I would hope it would be but most people buying a car like this aren't buying it for the interior.

96_Camaro_B4C

Or someone who needs 4 doors and a useable back seat.

BTW, there isn't currently a high performance version of the Cruze, so you won't be pricing one of those out to $30k.

I'd probably rather have this Focus than a stripper Camaro V6 or Mustang V6. Now, comparing a 2LT RS or V6 Premium with performance package vs. a fully optioned Focus ST might be a different story (all uncomfortably close to $30k msrp). Again, though, if one needs a real back seat and 4 doors, a quick, relatively fuel efficient Focus ST could be just the ticket. Even with the somewhat weird looking front fascia.

I've seen the WRX mentioned a few times. I think this car will outperform a WRX, unless people are referring to the STi version.

Tokuzumi

The only real option I'd want on that car is the HIDs. But, to include that, you have to check off the $4400 option package. I'll just do a true xenon projector retrofit for $500. And that includes paying someone to do it.