Makes sense.
Fiesta is too small for NA, name is trashed. Only trims that have positive reviews are the 1.0SFE and the ST. Focus competition is too strong, honestly better options if you're not wanting the ST. Fusion segment is dead. Taurus is outdated, Lincoln will serve purpose better here.
They should likely offer different trim levels of the Focus Active.
I will say it would be stupid to not offer an FWD version with a tuned 2.0 EB with the stick, even in Active form without the ST goodies, if the RS/ST siblings are going away.
If they offer an AWD option it would also cut into Subaru's offerings a good bit.