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Best tyres for the Ford Fiesta ST
This is a car you will want to drive, so the tyre needs dry and wet grip to match the chassis, with steering precision and high-speed stability. A proper ultra-high-performance tyre is worth it.
The Ford Fiesta ST is usually fitted in 205/40 R18, 205/45 R17 on 17 to 18 inch wheels. As a performance hatch, it leans on grip, steering response and stability at speed more than outright comfort, so a performance or ultra-high-performance tyre in the correct size suits it best.
What we'd fit on a Fiesta ST
Michelin Pilot Sport 5, a benchmark for grip and feel.
ShopContinental SportContact 7, outstanding dry and wet performance.
ShopGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, strong all-round performance value.
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For the full tested ranking, see the best performance tyres. Then weigh it against how you actually drive.
Ford Fiesta ST tyre sizes
These are common fitments across recent Ford Fiesta ST generations. Your exact size depends on the generation, trim and wheels, so confirm it from the tyre sidewall, the door placard or your V5C. New to it? See what a size like 205/40 R18 means.
Recommended pressures
Your Ford Fiesta ST's recommended pressures are on the placard in the driver's door shut or fuel flap, and in the handbook. Set them cold, and raise them when fully loaded or towing. Our guide to correct tyre pressure and where to find your figures cover the detail.
What to watch on a Fiesta ST
Performance tyres wear faster, and sporty geometry can wear the inner edge first, so check the inside shoulder regularly. See inner and outer edge wear if you spot it.
Ford Fiesta ST tyres: common questions
What are the best tyres for a Ford Fiesta ST?
This is a car you will want to drive, so the tyre needs dry and wet grip to match the chassis, with steering precision and high-speed stability. A proper ultra-high-performance tyre is worth it. Our pick of Michelin Pilot Sport 5, Continental SportContact 7, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is a strong starting point; see the best performance tyres for the tested detail, then match it to how you drive.
What size tyres does the Ford Fiesta ST take?
Common fitments include 205/40 R18, 205/45 R17. The exact size depends on the generation, trim and wheels, so confirm it from the sidewall, door placard or V5C before buying.
How much should I spend on tyres for a Ford Fiesta ST?
It depends on the car and how you drive. A premium tyre pays off on motorway miles and in the wet; a strong value-premium tyre is often the smarter buy on a smaller or lighter car. See our guide on premium versus mid-range versus budget to weigh it up.
From the reviews desk: we pick by how a car is actually used, not by badge. The names above are a sound starting point for a performance hatch like this, but the right tyre also depends on your budget and the weather you drive in.
Sources and accuracy. Recommendations draw on our tested review guides. Sizes shown are common fitments for the Ford Fiesta ST and are not a substitute for confirming your own car's fitment from the sidewall, placard or V5C. If anything here looks wrong, tell us and we will check it.