Ford desires to prepare UK customers for the 2012 Focus ST with this, the semi-hot Focus Zetec S.

The Zetec S is simply not as powerful because the 250PS ST, nevertheless it gets the recent 1.6-litre 180PS EcoBoost petrol which debuts within the UK and contours fuel-saving ECOnetic technologies. It gives the automobile a not so brisk performance, with 0-62mph in precisely 7.9sec and 139g/km CO2. This engine is designed to save lots of fuel as opposed to burn it to move faster.

You may additionally opt for the 1.6-litre 115PS TDCi, 1.6-litre 125PS Ti-VCT petrol and the two.0-litre 163PS TDCi, with either manual or PowerShift automatic transmission.

Based at the Focus Zetec, the S comes with a full sports styling kit including unique front and rear spoilers with lower sill extensions and 17in alloy wheels along with sports suspension featuring stiffened springs and dampers, aluminium-style sports pedals, rear LED rear lights and Ford Power starter button.

And it’s still inexpensive with a base price of £18,745, that is £1,250 above the equivalent Zetec. Optional extras you are able to specify for the auto include Driver Assistance Pack, cruise control with Active Speed Limiter and a Zetec S interior pack featuring Inferno Red partial leather, heated front seats, power driver seat, power rear windows and global closing for £800.00