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Go test drive a 2014 Fiesta... And test drive a Focus ST. It will give you a lot of insight as far as what to expect in the Fiesta ST.

That is exactly what I did. It really helped in making my decision. It is not going to be exact, but it is going to give you a rough idea. The Fiesta for the dimensions, and the Focus ST for the more performance oriented suspension/driving experience + recaro's.

No two people are going to feel exactly the same about their driving experience with any given vehicle...

I don't even agree with the poster above as far as trucks+handling vs stiff suspensions lol But I respect that everyone has their own preferences/comforts. Which is exactly why you need to sort that out for yourself.

I have made the mistake of trusting other peoples opinions in the past and was quite disappointed when the car was delivered and I had to live with it and strongly disagreed with majority of the opinions that I read.

And I am by no means saying anyone else's opinion is invalid... But just keep in mind that you might feel differently.

Not something I would gamble that much money on "again" without testing the waters first hand. Granted I haven't driven an ST and I have one on order.... I trust that the '14 Fiesta titanium + Focus ST test drive back to back.... is more than adequate testing for myself.

And if you are not 100% sure at the test drive... Test drive again.. It's easy to have the blinders on due to excitement/anticipation. And try to drive it in places/conditions relevant to the places/conditions you are concerned about as far as living with the car goes.

 

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As far as back seat space... It never ceases to amaze me how widely people vary in opinions of what is "enough" back seat space and what isn't....
I still can't get over guys on the Raptor forums complaining that there isn't enough leg room in the SuperCab Raptors.... I have had no problems transporting people who are 6'7 ish? Yet you'll find people who are 5'8 complaining, that they can't fit their kids in the back. lol

And on the flip side, you'll find some people on Scion FR-S forums who think the back seats are adequate for adults.... I am not a big guy but wow is that an uncomfortable place to be... lol

There are a ton of videos on youtube of people driving around in the Fiesta's.... Many of which clearly you can see 2-3 grown adults in the back seat... Taking road trips across the country.....

And being as popular as the Fiesta is in Europe...... given the conditions of some of the roads out there.. I find it hard to believe that it isn't suitable for a daily driver with those circumstances....

Everyone's different though. Bring the kids and wife along to the dealership, when you test out a '14 Fiesta titanium & a Focus ST. Best to be thorough so you and your family can be more comfortable in the decision.