Video: 260-PS Ford Fiesta ST flexes its muscle

Rachel, the UK-based owner of this Mk8 Ford Fiesta ST, was not quite satisfied with its performance straight from the factory, so she ordered a slew of tuning parts for it. The results did not disappoint.

For those who didn’t know, the latest UK-spec Fiesta ST relies on a 1.5-liter turbocharged EcoBoost three-pot to propel it forward with 200 PS (197 hp / 147 kW). This specific example boasts an aftermarket air intake system, an upgrade intercooler, a sports exhaust system, and an ECU remap. It doesn’t flaunt any aero mods of note, but a rose-gold wrap does hint that it could be non-stock.

The car now pumps out 260 PS (256 hp / 191 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It also lacks a second seat row, because there is a safety cage there now.

Watch the video and see for yourself what a little tuning can do to an already capable hot hatch.