For reasons unknown, Ford is stubbornly refusing to reintroduce the Fiesta RS. So, for the current-generation model at least, there probably won't be anything quicker than the ST200.
This new limited edition – which was first unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show in March – is essentially a regular ST with various upgrades.
Engine improvements mean that power and torque are up by 10 per cent and 20 per cent respectively, for instance. Such increases are enough to secure membership of the hot supermini top echelon.
Other enhancements include a shorter final-drive ratio to boost mid-range acceleration, matt black 17” alloy wheels and red-painted brake calipers. Inside, Recaro front seats and unique part-leather upholstery are key elements of the standard specification.
However, since the ST200 costs £5,000 more than an entry-level Fiesta ST, most rivals appear to offer much better value for money.
Among those competitors are the Mini John Cooper Works Hatch, Peugeot 208 GTi, Renault Clio Renaultsport Nav 200, Vauxhall Corsa VXR and Volkswagen Polo GTI.
Here's how the Fiesta ST200 compares to them:
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This new limited edition – which was first unveiled at the Geneva International Motor Show in March – is essentially a regular ST with various upgrades.
Engine improvements mean that power and torque are up by 10 per cent and 20 per cent respectively, for instance. Such increases are enough to secure membership of the hot supermini top echelon.
Other enhancements include a shorter final-drive ratio to boost mid-range acceleration, matt black 17” alloy wheels and red-painted brake calipers. Inside, Recaro front seats and unique part-leather upholstery are key elements of the standard specification.
However, since the ST200 costs £5,000 more than an entry-level Fiesta ST, most rivals appear to offer much better value for money.
Among those competitors are the Mini John Cooper Works Hatch, Peugeot 208 GTi, Renault Clio Renaultsport Nav 200, Vauxhall Corsa VXR and Volkswagen Polo GTI.
Here's how the Fiesta ST200 compares to them:
| Model | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Fiesta ST200 | £22,745 | |
| JCW Hatch | £23,050 | |
| 208 GTi | £19,515 (GTi Prestige: £20,365) | |
| Clio R.S. Nav 200 | £20,445 | |
| Corsa VXR | £18,475 | |
| Polo GTI | £19,125 | |
| Powertrain | Engine | Transmission |
| Fiesta ST200 | 1.6 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed manual |
| JCW Hatch | 2.0 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed manual |
| 208 GTi | 1.6 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed manual |
| Clio R.S. Nav 200 | 1.6 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed dual-clutch auto |
| Corsa VXR | 1.6 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed manual |
| Polo GTI | 1.8 litre petrol turbo | 6-speed manual |
| Output | Power | Torque |
| Fiesta ST200 | 197 bhp (147 kW / 200 PS) | 290 Nm (214 lb/ft) |
| 212 bhp (158 kW / 215 PS)* | 320 Nm (236 lb/ft)* | |
| JCW Hatch | 227 bhp (170 kW / 231 PS) | 320 Nm (236 lb/ft) |
| 208 GTi | 205 bhp (153 kW / 208 PS) | 300 Nm (221 lb/ft) |
| Clio R.S. Nav 200 | 197 bhp (147 kW / 200 PS) | 260 Nm (191 lb/ft) |
| Corsa VXR | 202 bhp (151 kW / 205 PS) | 245 Nm (180 lb/ft)** |
| Polo GTI | 189 bhp (141 kW / 192 PS) | 320 Nm (236 lb/ft) |
| *Additional output available for up to twenty seconds using transient overboost. | ||
| **280 Nm (206 lb/ft) available for up to five seconds using overboost. | ||
| Performance | 0-62 mph (100 km/h) | Top speed |
| Fiesta ST200 | 6.7 secs | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| JCW Hatch | 6.3 secs | 152 mph (245 km/h) |
| 208 GTi | 6.5 secs | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| Clio R.S. Nav 200 | 6.7 secs | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Corsa VXR | 6.8 secs | 143 mph (230 km/h) |
| Polo GTI | 6.7 secs | 146 mph (235 km/h) |
| Efficiency | Combined fuel consumption | CO2 |
| Fiesta ST200 | 46.3 mpg (6.1 l/100km) | 140 g/km |
| JCW Hatch | 42.2 mpg (6.7 l/100km) | 125 g/km |
| 208 GTi | 52.3 mpg (5.4 l/100km) | 125 g/km |
| Clio R.S. Nav 200 | 44.8 mpg (6.3 l/100km) | 144 g/km |
| Corsa VXR | 37.7 mpg (7.5 l/100km) | 174 g/km |
| Polo GTI | 47.1 mpg (6.0 l/100km) | 139 g/km |
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