This 300-HP Methanol-Injected Fiesta ST Is Still a Balanced Blast

From Road & Track

Out of the box, the Ford Fiesta ST is quite the fantastic package. Its light weight and peppy nature make it one of the best hot hatches on the market. However, this owner didn't think 197 ponies was enough for his Fiesta, so he slapped on a big turbo and methanol injection, and it now makes an outrageous 300 horsepower to the front wheels.

Matt Farah of The Smoking Tire got the chance to take this heavily customized Fiesta ST on a spirited trip through the canyons in his latest One Take. The laundry list of aftermarket modifications include H&R springs, chassis bracing, a larger intercooler, and a host of engine mods, enough to propel the little hatch to a 12.9-second quarter mile time.

But despite the 50 percent increase in power, Farah discovers the car doesn't really hamper the pure Fiesta driving experience. It's still a joy to throw around corners-just with a lot more speed.

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