Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST expelled from Australian lineup

newsofmax08/05/2022

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Ford Fiesta ST and Focus ST expelled from Australian lineup

Prepare for some hot-tempered, heartbreaking enthusiasts.

Ford Australia is killing loved ones Fiesta ST and ST focus pocket rockets, largely due to continued supply problems out of Europe, where they are built.

Since these are the only versions of each model offered, it is also meant to expand total The Fiesta and Focus nameplates are about to be discontinued in Australia.

While there are a few more small volume shipments arriving before the end of the year, most of these will go to those with existing orders – with a small amount being made available to those who hit the mark. bets can reach the dealer timely.

Ford tells us it has purchased 40 more Focus STs, which are about to hit the market without a buyer attached – for now.

It is also understood that a small number of people who place an order – mostly related to the high-spec Focus ST X – will be contacted by Ford and informed that their particular cars will not be arriving.

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A Ford spokesperson confirmed: “We have a small number on the way to Australia and a small number of Focus ST Xs have been contracted but will be out of production.

“We are offering those customers a full refund on their deposit, Ford Performance Pack, and a $400 digital Mastercard payment.”

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The premature deaths of these two beloved homes – in Australia at least – occurred just weeks after Ford Australia Had to suspend orders on Mustang from the US, due to a supply shortage.

Unlike the pair of Euro hatchbacks, Ford has no plans to stop selling the Mustang and is in fact preparing for it reveal about a new generation model in Detroit next month.

“Both the Focus ST and the Fiesta ST have defined the segment for Ford Australia and have brought smiles to the faces of enthusiasts across the country, and we want to thank our fans for their passion. them,” said Ford Australia President and CEO Birkic.

“But given the shortfall in semiconductor-related supply and our focus on emerging growth areas, we have made the difficult decision to call the time for these iconic hot stores. This icon is in Australia. We look forward to sharing more about the next era of our performance vehicles soon,” said Birkic.

It should come as no surprise that these “emerging growth areas” are SUVs, cars and electric vehicles – the last of which is where Ford Australia currently tracks most of its competitors.

Ford Australia’s only electrified product currently is the Escape PHEV, although e-Transit EV will arrive this yearand smaller electronic transit custom EVs expected in 2024.

Ford Australia has previously committed to at least five electric vehicles by the end of 2024. We hope Mustang Mach-E and Ranger PHEV promised.

As for future Ford hot hatch alternatives?

The best bet in line with the crossover and utes-focused plan would be imports Puma ST Europe – likely after its mid-life update when a dual-clutch transmission is rumored to join the range.