It's the news no enthusiast wanted to hear: the Ford Focus ST is no more. The final example of the fast Ford rolled off the Saarlouis assembly line in Germany on 26 September, marking the end of a hot hatch lineage spanning more than two decades. The Focus ST order books were closed months ago, and its demise follows the decision in 2023 to discontinue the beloved Fiesta ST, as Ford phases out its ‘traditional’ hatchback models. Advertisement - Article continues belowIf you fancy a Focus ST, you can explore an array of used models through the Auto Express Buy A Car service, starting from just £8,000. Ford Focus ST generationsThe Focus ST’s retirement closes the chapter on one of the most compelling stories in modern hot hatch history.