Ford has announced the official fuel economy numbers for its new 2013 Focus ST hot hatchback.
The five-door model with the 2.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost engine rated at 252 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft will return an EPA-estimated 23mpg (10.2lt/100km) in city driving, 32mpg (7.35lt/100km) on the highway and a combined label of 26mpg (9.0lt/100km).
For reference, the soon-to-be replaced 200hp VW Golf GTI Mk6 is certified at 21mpg city and 31mpg highway, while the 263hp 2012 MazdaSpeed3 earns an EPA rating of 18mpg city and 25mpg highway.
Keep in mind that the new Focus ST is offered exclusively with a 6-speed manual gearbox that turns the front wheels.
The Blue Oval’s sported up hatchback will soon go on sale in the States with a starting price of $23,700, not including a $795 delivery and handing fee.
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