Fiesta ST 150 Mk6
The Ford Fiesta ST 150 Mk6, produced from 2005 to 2008, represents performance variant of fifth-generation Fiesta featuring 2.0-liter Duratec naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine sourced from Mondeo producing 150 PS (148 horsepower / 110 kW) with top speed of 129 mph (208 km/h). Performance achieves 0-100 km/h acceleration in 8.4 seconds while fuel economy rates at 7.4 liters per 100 km combined (38.2 mpg UK). The ST150 nickname references 150 PS output distinguishing it from standard Fiesta models. Launched in UK October 14, 2004 with facelifted versions introduced October 2005 identified by bulbous headlamps and updated rear light clusters. Performance equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, disc brakes all-round, distinctive front and rear bumpers, side skirts, body-colored handles and trim, partial leather seats with optional heated full leather seats.
The Fiesta ST 150 Mk6 established Ford performance credentials in B-segment hot hatch category competing against established rivals from Renault and Peugeot. Front-wheel-drive configuration with naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine provides linear power delivery and characteristic Ford chassis dynamics. Production spanned 2005-2008 model years before replacement by turbocharged next-generation ST. The combination of proven 2.0-liter Duratec naturally aspirated engine delivering 150 horsepower, engaging front-wheel-drive chassis with Ford sporting suspension tuning, practical three-door hatchback body with distinctive ST styling elements, and reasonable fuel economy for performance makes Fiesta ST 150 Mk6 accessible hot hatch offering genuine driving engagement with everyday usability representing Ford successful entry into performance supermini segment during mid-2000s.