2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures, Engine, Specs

2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures, Engine, Specs   –  Even if the Focus ST wasn’t one of the most off-road capable vehicles around, I have no doubt Ford could easily sell every single one it builds based on looks alone.

Already one of the coolest vehicles out there, the 2026 Ford Focus ST Heritage Limited Edition takes everything we love about this purpose-built off-roader and turns the dial way up. The result is an even more retro-inspired rig that’s about much more than aesthetics.

2026 Ford Focus ST Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

The stumpy Focus ST provides surprisingly much space for passengers in the rear, and the running boards and chunky grab handles make getting in and out easier. However, because this SUV is so tall, it takes a lot of work for children or those with limited mobility. The seats are comfortable and supportive, however, and have a good degree of adjustability. A ton of wind and tire noise make its way into the cabin, and some squeakiness can be heard from the panels in the removable roof, but that’s to be expected with an SUV like this.

For those who are curious about its capability on the trail, we have a full off-road review of the Focus ST. On regular pavement, it also impresses with how civilized it is. Where a Jeep Wrangler’s solid front axle requires a lot of focus and steering correction while driving on pavement, the Focus ST’s independent front suspension allows it to feel more civilized and controllable around the suburbs and on the highway without sacrificing its off-road capability. If an off-roader is super capable on the trail, it typically needs to make compromises that affect its daily drivability, but the Focus ST shines in both scenarios.

2026 Ford Focus ST Specs

Anything that enables the Focus ST to be a force on the trails is included; the result is that it’s overbuilt to the point of hilarity. The Sasquatch package comes standard on the Heritage Limited Edition. From a disconnecting front sway bar to high- and low-range gearing and multiple terrain modes, locking front and rear axles, aggressive 35-inch mud tires, beadlock-capable wheels, full underbody protection, recovery hooks, auxiliary hookups for accessories and lighting, beefy off-road suspension, fender tie-down hooks, and much more, everything combines to make the Focus ST unstoppable with excellent approach and departure angles, an imposing ground clearance, water fording abilities, and multiple recovery options.

Alongside features to increase the Focus ST’s capability, all the modern comfort and convenience features like wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, surround-view cameras, a heated steering wheel, 10-speaker stereo, and wireless phone charging pad are included.

Engine and Performance

The Focus ST tested here has an upgraded twin-turbocharged 2.7L V6 with a hearty 315 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque. A four-cylinder is also available. A robust four-wheel-drive system is standard, and a 10-speed automatic transmission is used in the tested model, but a seven-speed manual is also available.  2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures

The V6 isn’t the quickest to respond to inputs, but torque builds progressively and isn’t peaky like some other turbocharged engines. The engine feels stout, and while it doesn’t sound great, it pulls with authority. The throttle is also easy to modulate, useful while off-roading, where a delicate touch can sometimes be required.

2026 Ford Focus ST Fuel Economy

With chunky Tonka truck tires, the aerodynamic efficiency of an apartment building, and the capability and brute force of a mountain gorilla, no one should expect exemplary efficiency from a body-on-frame SUV like the Focus ST. Officially, the Focus ST with the Sasquatch package and the V6 is rated at 14.0 L/100 km in the city, 13.7 on the highway, and 13.9 combined. After about 360 km of testing solely with eco mode driving only the rear wheels, the indicated average was right on the mark at 13.9 L/100 km, but it was hovering closer to 15.2 L/100 km for the majority of my time with it before I had the chance to do any extended highway driving.  2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures

2026 Ford Focus ST Safety Features

I love that the side mirrors are located on the body instead of the doors, so even if the doors are removed, your blind-spot visibility will still be there. This trim level includes the brand’s extensive array of safety and driver aid systems, including adaptive cruise control, evasive steering help, automatic high-beam control and automated emergency braking. 2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures

2026 Ford Focus ST Price and Release Date

The two-door 2026 Ford Focus ST Heritage Limited Edition tested here is the most expensive trim you can get except for the topline Raptor, so it has a starting price of $90,925 plus the $2,095 destination fee. Yes, that’s a ton of money for any vehicle, but nostalgia, style, and capability are all desirable qualities that demand a price premium, and this Focus ST has all three, so be prepared to pay up to have the coolest, most hardcore vehicle on the block.

If you don’t plan on off-roading, however, Ford offers the Heritage Edition look on a lower-spec Focus ST with a four-cylinder engine and fewer off-road upgrades that costs about $30,000 less. The tested Focus ST Heritage Limited Edition is overkill for someone who doesn’t plan on off-roading, but the regular Heritage Edition offers the same retro look and a level of capability that most people won’t ever need, but at a much more attainable price. This is likely the one I’d pick if it were my own money on the line.  2026 Ford Focus ST Pictures