LA Auto Show – Ken Block introduces new 2014 Ford Fiesta and Fiesta ST hot hatch

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2014 Ford Fiesta ST at 2012 LA Auto Show

Ford used the help from Ken Block to introduce the 2014 Ford Fiesta lineup.  The 2014 Ford Fiesta and Fiesta ST.  The base model introduces a US market first 3-cylinder Ecoboost engine.  This tiny motor is still mighty as it produces 128 horsepower and 148 ft-lbs of torque.  It is expected to deliver excellent fuel economy and performance.

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2014 Ford Fiesta and Fiesta ST – together with Ken Block at 2012 LA Auto Show

The Fiesta ST joins the Focus ST in Ford lineup next year and brings back the hot hatch in a proper way.  The ST uses a 1.6 4-cylinder Ecoboost that makes a healthy 197 hp and 214 ft-lbs of torque, and it’s backed by a 6 speed manual transmission.  This should be a very fun little car.

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2014 Ford Fiesta – also introduces 3 cylinder Ecoboost

Please enjoy this TFLcar show reveal video as Roman and Nathan take you closer to the Ken Block tire burning action

Andre Smirnov
Andre Smirnov

 

Andre Smirnov is a life-long automotive enthusiast, writer, and software engineer. On the weekends – you may find him at a car show, an auction, watching a race, or tinkering with a car in the garage. When not working or spending time with the family – he often scours the internet and other media for various automotive, mechanical, and computer related information.