AFord Australia is introducing a new member of the Mustang GT family, the California Special which will arrive in showrooms in the second quarter of 2022.
A revised MY22 Focus ST will also arrive in the second quarter, but the refreshed MY22 Fiesta ST will be available earlier from the first quarter.
According to the manufacturer the updated Fiesta ST features a range of sports technologies that enhance power and performance, cornering and agility, making it a responsive and engaging sporty hatchback.
The updated Focus ST features a redesigned front-end with a new, and prominent, larger grille that now proudly houses the Ford blue oval badge says the brand.
The front headlamps are now more aggressively styled than previous versions, with the daytime running lights wrapping around the headlamps to create a signature light graphic. Likewise, the Focus ST receives a new 10-spoke ‘torqued’ alloy wheel design.
The 2022 Focus ST line up continues with the high performance 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine, outputting 206kw and 420Nm of torque. Innovative anti-lag technology keeps the throttle open when the driver lifts off the accelerator pedal, ensuring immediate power is delivered in Sport and Track modes.
It also continues to offer class-leading driving dynamics, with the advanced Electronic Limited Slip Differential (eLSD) enhancing cornering stability and sharpening steering response to extract and plant the ST’s EcoBoost power to the tarmac. Transmission choices will please every performance driver, with the 7-speed automatic transmission available on the ST and ST X, and the engaging 6-speed manual gearbox available on the ST model.
The new heated Ford Performance seats are standard across the Focus ST line up for both the driver and front passenger, featuring 14-way power adjustment including 4-way lumbar support. In addition to the standard content on the ST, the ST X provides a panorama roof, Dynamic Pixel LED headlamps, heads-up-display (HUD), 19-inch alloy wheels, and adaptive sports suspension.
The MY22 Mustang range welcomes the addition of updated Track Apps software which enables Line Lock function for track application.This electronic line-lock will be a standard feature on all MY22 Mustangs, having previously been unavailable in Australia.
The California Special is now available for the first time to Australian customers. Based on the 2022 Mustang GT fastback and convertible models, the latest California Special Appearance Package pays respect to the original version’s blacked-out grille, lower bodyside accent stripe and rear fender scoop.
The heritage-inspired GT/CS side stripe trademark traces from the front fender to the signature rear fender scoop. A California Special badge in Ebony Black and Race Red script decorates the trunk lid, while the honeycomb grille with GT/CS badge provides a unique look. A larger front splitter from the GT Performance Package underscores it’s handling prowess.
A performance rear wing is available for the fastback model, while spoiler delete is standard for the California Special convertible. The California Special wears five-spoke 19-inch painted machined wheels. Interior appointments include black Miko suede door trim inserts and suede-trimmed seats with the embossed “GT/CS” logo and red contrast stitching.
The instrument panel is finished in carbon hex aluminium with a signature California Special script badge on the passenger side.
Pricing
| 2022MY Fiesta ST | Recommended MLP (Incl. GST) ^^ |
| 1.5L MT Fiesta ST | $33,490 |
| Fiesta ST Options | Pricing^^ |
| Black-Painted Roof | $500 |
| Metallic Paint | $650 |
| 2022MY Focus ST | Recommended MLP (Incl. GST) ^^ |
| Focus ST Automatic | $47,490 |
| Focus ST Manual | $47,490 |
| Focus ST X Automatic | $51,990 |
| Focus ST Options | Pricing^^ |
| Metallic Paint | $650 |
| Mustang Series | Recommended MLP (Incl. GST) ^^ |
| 2.3L High Performance MT – Fastback | $52,590 |
| 2.3L High Performance AT – Fastback | $55,590 |
| 2.3L High Performance AT – Convertible | $61,890 |
| 5.0L GT MT – Fastback | $65,290 |
| 5.0L GT AT – Fastback | $68,290 |
| 5.0L GT AT – Convertible | $75,990## |
| 5.0L GT MT – Fastback – California Special | $67,290## |
| 5.0L GT AT – Fastback – California Special | $70,290## |
| 5.0L GT AT – Convertible – California Special | $77,990## |
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