MST Mk2 Rally Car: The Ultimate Street-Legal Escort for Hardcore Drivers

Forget about choices or compromises — MST has done the picking for you, assembling their most hardcore components into a single purpose-built machine. Unlike the standard MST Mk1 or Mk2 models, where you can spec a 2.0-liter BDG or a 2.5-liter Duratec, this version is only available with the monstrous 2.7-liter Millington Diamond engine — a dry-sumped, naturally aspirated screamer delivering a staggering 350 horsepower. It’s not just quick — it’s one of the most revered four-cylinder engines in motorsport.

Power is channeled through a Tractive six-speed sequential gearbox, complete with a pneumatic paddle shift system, delivering lightning-fast shifts that’ll make you feel like you’re blasting through a forest stage, even if you’re just carving up your favorite backroad. From there, it hits a motorsport-spec limited-slip differential mounted in a six-link rear axle — a setup engineered to dominate even the toughest terrain.

Serious Kit for Serious Drivers

This isn’t a dressed-up classic Escort — it’s a thoroughbred rally machine tailored for the street. Beneath the widened arches sits a suite of serious performance hardware: AP Racing brakes, four-way adjustable Reiger coilovers, and fully adjustable geometry for those who want to dial in the handling with absolute precision.

Inside, the stripped-down cockpit makes its intentions crystal clear. You’re met with Motamec bucket seats, six-point harnesses, an FIA-certified roll cage, and a floor-mounted pedal box. A towering hydraulic handbrake sits ready for Scandi-flick maneuvers, and a dashboard littered with switches and toggles brings pure rally vibes to your everyday drive.

Not Just for Show

Visually, the Mk2 Rally Car nails that nostalgic rally aesthetic with a modern twist. Aggressive, muscular, and dripping with purpose, it’s the kind of car that’ll stop traffic — and not just because of its roar. Enthusiasts won’t just be looking — they’ll be lining up. But if this full-fat version sounds a bit too hardcore, MST isn’t leaving anyone behind. The company is currently working on mid-range, road-friendly variants of both the Mk1 and Mk2, inspired by the legendary Ford Escort Mexico, aimed at delivering similar character with a little more everyday usability. Expect more news on those builds later this summer.

Exclusive, Expensive — and Worth Every Penny

If you want the full-fat MST Mk2 Rally Car experience, be prepared to act fast — and be patient. Prices start at £135,000 plus VAT, and there’s already an 18-month waiting list. That might seem steep, but when you consider the engineering, craftsmanship, and pedigree behind this build, it’s a compelling proposition for serious driving enthusiasts.

This isn't just a toy for the weekend or a garage queen for Sunday cars and coffee. This is a rally-bred performance machine that brings raw motorsport energy to the road in a way few vehicles can. For those looking to own one of the most exhilarating street-legal rally cars in the UK, MST’s latest creation might just be your perfect match.