The New 2015 WRX vs. 2014 Ford Focus ST
An new rivalry is beginning to reveal itself in the form of aluminum and turbines...


The focus lacked a turbo and faster acceleration but it made up for this with a new aggressive tuned suspension. It was a good competitor to the AWD WRX at the time.
We are usually used to reading about the new Head to Head comparison of the new WRX and the new EVO, but this year we are seeing a new breed of 2.0's with eco-boost and DIT (Direct Injection).
2015 WRX and 2014 FOCUS Specs.
Specs
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Focus ST
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WRX
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HP
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252hp
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268hp
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Torque
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270lb ft
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258lb ft
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0-60mph
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6.2 sec
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5.5 sec
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Gearbox
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6-Speed
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6-Speed (CVT opt)
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Driveline
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FWD
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AWD
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Base Price
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$24,900
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$27,200
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MPG
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23/32/26mpg
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21/28/24mpg
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Motortrend put the two on the track. Below are their times. But once again, has the new WRX bested the new Focus ST, or are they a match in the making?
The two cars were thrown onto the Willow Springs Raceway in California and each turn was dissected by cornering and braking abilities.
The fastest recorded speed was the WRX at 107mph on track, but the Focus was eager and closely behind at 103mph. The Focus had heart and strength for a FWD set-up. "The balance was good for a front-drive car, but I do get some wheelspin" Said Randy Pobst, the professional racer Motortrend put in the driverseat.
As in years past, the little Ford couldn't best the rally-bred AWD Subaru, but every year it's closing the gap... Should Subaru be worried?
Check out Motortrend's full review, gallery and video here. Or see below
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