This week marks the Spring season in Mexico, and Playground Games is celebrating with a car that defines the term "pocket rocket." While high-horsepower hypercars usually grab the headlines, the Fiesta ST represents the pinnacle of accessible performance—a fitting addition for a series focused on daily drivers that actually pack a punch.
Why the 2023 Fiesta ST Matters
For automotive enthusiasts, this addition is somewhat bittersweet. With Ford ending production of the Fiesta in the real world, this 2023 model serves as a digital preservation of one of the sharpest front-wheel-drive chassis ever built. In Forza Horizon 5, this translates to exceptional handling on tight circuits.
If you're looking for a car to dominate the twisting streets of Guanajuato or technical EventLab creations, the Fiesta ST's short wheelbase and responsive steering usually make it a meta contender in B and A-class street racing lobbies. It’s not about top speed here; it’s about maintaining momentum through corners.
How do you unlock the 2023 Ford Fiesta ST?
You don't need to rely on wheelspins or the Auction House for this one right now. The car is available as a seasonal reward within the Festival Playlist. Here is the breakdown for this week's specific rewards:
- 2023 Ford Fiesta ST: Earn 20 PTS during the Spring "High-Performance Dailies" season.
- Horizon Backstage Pass: Earn 40 PTS.
This update also contributes to the broader Series Rewards. If you've been grinding challenges all month, you are likely closing in on the series exclusives:
- 2023 BMW M2: 80 PTS (Series Total)
- 2021 MG MG6 XPower: 160 PTS (Series Total)
The Spring season runs for one week, so you have until November 27 to secure the Fiesta before it disappears into the vault. Given how popular this platform is for tuning, expect to see plenty of wide-body builds cruising the map this weekend.