ST suspension on a SE sedan

[cleusman2]

Has anyone used stock ST suspension on a SE Sedan? From my research, it should fit without any modification. Also, it should be a stiffer ride. Does it lower the car is my question. I had my stock rims powder coated and would like to keep them 195/60r15. Would I need to change tire size. Thanks in advance for all the help.

 

[econoboxrocks]

The ST sits almost an inch lower than the base suspension. You wouldn't need to change the tire size.
"At nearly one inch lower than a stock Fiesta and fitted with sportier-looking fascias, the ST looks ready to party. Chassis engineers fitted slightly changed front suspension knuckles, a quicker steering rack, a reworked ST-only rear torsion beam, as well as firmer springs and disc brakes in the rear." https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a15110733/2014-ford-fiesta-st-instrumented-test-review/

 

[cleusman2]

Will it still be a direct bolt on or will some modification need to be done? Better yet, do you just change out the springs?

 

[FiEscort]

Will it still be a direct bolt on or will some modification need to be done? Better yet, do you just change out the springs?

The springs and struts together as an assembly should bolt on without any modifications. You can choose to replace/change the struts if you’d like but the ST springs are what affects ride height so I would leave the springs as is.