We bring you live shots of the Ford Fiesta ST from the Asia Klasika 2014 event at the Pullman Putrajaya Hotel, where the car is being previewed this weekend.
There are four units here today – two in Spirit Blue and the other two in Molten Orange. Two are on static display while the other pair, wearing trade plates, are being offered for short test drives.
Under the bonnet sits a 1.6 litre EcoBoost turbocharged engine offering 182 PS at 5,700 rpm and 240 Nm (290 Nm of time-limited overboost) from 1,600 to 5,000 rpm. Coupled solely to a B6 six-speed manual transmission, the hot-hatch gets to 100 km/h from rest in 6.9 seconds and carries on towards a 224 km/h top speed.
Fully imported (CBU) from Cologne, Germany, the Ford Fiesta ST is priced at RM149,888, OTR with insurance (or RM145,842 without insurance). Offered is a three-year/100,000 km warranty. Read the run-down on the full specifications here.
Malaysian-market Ford Fiesta ST specifications
Ford Fiesta ST on display at Asia Klasika 2014
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Comments on the Ford Fiesta ST highlight its high price of RM149,888, with many expressing disappointment and considering alternatives like the Peugeot 208 GTI, Suzuki Swift Sport, and used cars. Some feel the price is steep for an A-segment hot hatch, especially given the CBU status from Germany, which adds to the cost. Others appreciate the car's performance and features but worry about aftersales and value for money. There's skepticism about whether the model will sell well at this price, with suggestions of discounts and CKD options to make it more affordable. Overall, sentiments are mixed, with many believing the Fiesta ST is massy a halo or showcase vehicle rather than a practical buy, and some comparing it unfavorably to competitors or past models.