The diesel version of Ford's Focus ST will come with the company's new Powershift automatic gearbox

It's certainly eye-catching, but Ford's warm Focus will also need to be convincing on the road if it's to beat the Seat Leon

It's certainly eye-catching, but Ford's warm Focus will also need to be convincing on the road if it's to beat the Seat Leon

It's certainly eye-catching, but Ford's warm Focus will also need to be convincing on the road if it's to beat the Seat Leon

Vauxhall's new Corsa needs to pile on the fun if it's to conquer the superb Ford Fiesta ST

The Focus ST is a fantastic used hot hatch, but there are some important things to look out for before you buy. Here's everything you need to know

* Great value hot hatch gets face-lift and cabin upgrades
* Diesel option for first time; 182bhp and 0-62mph in 8.1sec
* New suspension and steering to sharpen handling

* Ford Focus ST is available with huge savings
* Get more than £4000 off in this weeks deals
* More discounts in this week's roundup

* On sale in the spring, priced around £27,000
* Rival for Ford Focus ST and VW Golf GTi
* 3dr, 5dr and estate versions coming

* Power up from 245bhp to 271
* Kit available for just 1225 on Focus
* Standard warranty is unaffected

Range-topping VW Golf GTI dons sharper styling and promises a more engaging drive to boot