Sean the fender and hood vents are functional.
Official Ford Focus RS & RS500 Thread
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Sean the fender and hood vents are functional.
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- 96 Miata M-Edition, 2015 Mazda 3 Hatch
Yeah, but there are more asthetically pleasing ways to do both of them.
serialtoon
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- 2008 Mazdaspeed 3
This is EXACTLY what is wrong with Ford US. Why isnt this demon over here? I would have bought one RIGHT NOW!
Am i alone in this? I want to have sex in those seats
Fixed. (sssh)
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- 03.5 YLW MSP
If they bring that to the states with a decent price good bye MSP.
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- 07 Speed3, Cosmic Blue
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
2011 MAZDASPEED3 FTW
I doubt Ford will bring the price really down for a European born vehicle, even if built in the US (especially after asking $13k for a Ford Ka, LOL)
I doubt Ford will bring the price really down for a European born vehicle, even if built in the US (especially after asking $13k for a Ford Ka, LOL)
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- 2011 Mustang GT
I like this Focus alot, and I hope that the SVT is brought back to this nameplate.
On another note, I've heard several rumors that the new MS3 is going to be using the RevoKnuckle suspension again for limiting torque steer.
On another note, I've heard several rumors that the new MS3 is going to be using the RevoKnuckle suspension again for limiting torque steer.
First test drive
Hold on tight as we ride in the fastest Focus ever built!
The man allocated the task of giving us a drive to remember is rising motorsport star Matthew Wilson – son of legendary rally driver and Ford WRC team boss, Malcolm Wilson. He’s the perfect pilot to get the best out of the RS, a model inspired by the world rally Focus and the ultimate roadgoing Ford flier.
And we certainly found the ideal location, in the shape of an empty airfield where Matthew was able to push the newcomer to its limits. The result is pure entertainment. Our driver demonstrated a blur of hand and foot co-ordination and enjoyed complete mastery of the car, even when sliding sideways at considerable speeds.
High speed is what the Focus RS is all about. Fans of fast Fords have been eagerly anticipating a new RS since 2002 – and we’re pleased to report the wait has been more than worth it. This is one mean machine which transforms the Focus from family-friendly motor to a true macho beast.
Brutal
Power comes from a modified version of the 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine found in the Focus ST, but with 301bhp, performance is brutal – the benchmark sprint from 0-62mph takes only 5.9 seconds. And if you are lucky enough to have your own runway, you will see that it is quite capable of hitting its 163mph top speed.
Under the bonnet, a host of hi-tech gadgets means it grips the Tarmac like a second skin.
And the jewel in the crown is something called RevoKnuckle, a very clever suspension system that dramatically reduces the torque steer which was the Achilles’ heel of the last Focus RS.
Owners will quickly fall in love with the new model, because as well being a track stormer, it can also serve as daily transport. Thanks to a Jekyll-and-Hyde personality, it cruises serenely at high speed, the engine settling to a gentle hum. But as soon as the driver floors the accelerator, it once again becomes a true
powerhouse, the characteristic off-beat warble of the five-cylinder engine entering the cabin.
And whatever mode you are in, two figure-hugging Recaro sports seats ensure a fabulously comfortable ride. These are part of a racy finished interior, which features carbon fibre trim and underlines the fact that the RS is no ordinary Focus. This impression is echoed by the exterior, which boasts an aggressive front end with a low splitter and deep air intakes, plus a huge boot spoiler and rally-inspired diffuser.
Jost Capito, head of the Ford RS performance division, believes this is the best RS ever – and that’s a major claim when you consider some of the great Fords that have carried the legendary badge since 1970. We’ll deliver our definitive verdict when we get behind the wheel next week. But on the basis of this exciting passenger ride, the 1,800 customers who have already splashed out 24,995 are getting a model which is worth every penny.
FIRST OPINION
Hold on tight as we ride in the fastest Focus ever built!
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The man allocated the task of giving us a drive to remember is rising motorsport star Matthew Wilson – son of legendary rally driver and Ford WRC team boss, Malcolm Wilson. He’s the perfect pilot to get the best out of the RS, a model inspired by the world rally Focus and the ultimate roadgoing Ford flier.
And we certainly found the ideal location, in the shape of an empty airfield where Matthew was able to push the newcomer to its limits. The result is pure entertainment. Our driver demonstrated a blur of hand and foot co-ordination and enjoyed complete mastery of the car, even when sliding sideways at considerable speeds.
High speed is what the Focus RS is all about. Fans of fast Fords have been eagerly anticipating a new RS since 2002 – and we’re pleased to report the wait has been more than worth it. This is one mean machine which transforms the Focus from family-friendly motor to a true macho beast.
Brutal
Power comes from a modified version of the 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbocharged engine found in the Focus ST, but with 301bhp, performance is brutal – the benchmark sprint from 0-62mph takes only 5.9 seconds. And if you are lucky enough to have your own runway, you will see that it is quite capable of hitting its 163mph top speed.
Under the bonnet, a host of hi-tech gadgets means it grips the Tarmac like a second skin.
And the jewel in the crown is something called RevoKnuckle, a very clever suspension system that dramatically reduces the torque steer which was the Achilles’ heel of the last Focus RS.
Owners will quickly fall in love with the new model, because as well being a track stormer, it can also serve as daily transport. Thanks to a Jekyll-and-Hyde personality, it cruises serenely at high speed, the engine settling to a gentle hum. But as soon as the driver floors the accelerator, it once again becomes a true
powerhouse, the characteristic off-beat warble of the five-cylinder engine entering the cabin.
And whatever mode you are in, two figure-hugging Recaro sports seats ensure a fabulously comfortable ride. These are part of a racy finished interior, which features carbon fibre trim and underlines the fact that the RS is no ordinary Focus. This impression is echoed by the exterior, which boasts an aggressive front end with a low splitter and deep air intakes, plus a huge boot spoiler and rally-inspired diffuser.
Jost Capito, head of the Ford RS performance division, believes this is the best RS ever – and that’s a major claim when you consider some of the great Fords that have carried the legendary badge since 1970. We’ll deliver our definitive verdict when we get behind the wheel next week. But on the basis of this exciting passenger ride, the 1,800 customers who have already splashed out 24,995 are getting a model which is worth every penny.
FIRST OPINION
- It's been a long time since the last Focus RS – and enthusiasts have been waiting with bated breath for a new model. So has Ford scored a hit? Well, even from the passenger seat, it’s clear that the newcomer delivers in every way. The engineers have done an amazing job. It’s got storming performance, amazing handling and grip, but also real character thanks to that charismatic five-cylinder engine. It’s also a true dual-purpose machine, with refined road manners for when you don’t want to go fast. We can’t wait to drive it ourselves!
- Price: 24,995
- Engine: 2.5-litre five-cylinder turbo
- Power/Torque: 301bhp/440Nm
- Transmission: Six-speed manual, front-wheel drive
- 0-62mph: 5.9 seconds
- Top speed: 163mph
- Econ: 30mpg
- CO2: 225g/km
- Equipment: Climate control, RevoKnuckle suspension, alloy wheels, Recaro seats
- On sale: March
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- 2006 Shadow Blue GLI
Ford is going in the right direction.
Autoexpress test drive
The wait is over, the new Focus RS is here, and Auto Express has already put it through its paces.
Following in the tracks of legends like the whale-tail Sierra Cosworth of the Eighties and the famous Escort Cossie of the Nineties, the new Focus RS has some ground to make up if it is to be accepted as an all-time fast Ford great. The Mk1 Focus RS is fondly remembered, yet its wayward torque steering handling took the shine off the driving experience.
At first glance, its clear Ford has not held anything back with its latest high performance model. From the deep gloss black front splitter at the front to the swollen wheel arches at the sides and the huge tailgate roof spoiler, this Focus screams RS from every panel. And that theme continues when you start the engine
A heavily re-engineered version of the STs powerplant, the five-cylinder unit settles to a subdued idle. However, once on the move it sounds like its tearing its way through the air, whooshing and popping as it delivers devastating pace.
Ford claims a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds, and we have no reason to doubt it. The engines full torque isnt available in first gear, but once you slot the gearbox into second the instant thrust continues right up to the extended 7,050rpm redline. Grab the next ratio and the onslaught of acceleration continues.
But surely with all this torque going through the front tyres, the wheels couldnt possibly cope with cornering, too? On smooth, dry tarmac at least, they can. Ford has developed a clever new suspension set-up called RevoKnuckle, which aims to rid the Focus of a writhing steering wheel under full throttle acceleration.
Apply the power when cornering and its clear the technology really works. Where the Focus ST would push wide, the RS grips and goes with the efficiency of a true supercar. While the meaty steering keeps you informed with whats going on, theres none of the playful handling traits of a hot hatch. Instead, Ford has created a true high performance model with both road and track pace that few cars will be able to match.
Our test route on the challenging mountain roads above Nice in France were perfect for showing off the Focuss amazing performancebut did its fuel economy no favours. By the end of the day the trip read-out told us we had averaged 14mpg! Thats what wed expect from a supercar, and less than half the official 30mpg combined figure.
While youll have to set aside huge sums for fuel and insurance, the Fords list price is less imposing. At 24,995, the RS seems pricey for a Focus, but this is no modified hatchback, its a tremendous performance machine.
The RS legend lives on!
FIRST OPINION
The wait is over, the new Focus RS is here, and Auto Express has already put it through its paces.
Following in the tracks of legends like the whale-tail Sierra Cosworth of the Eighties and the famous Escort Cossie of the Nineties, the new Focus RS has some ground to make up if it is to be accepted as an all-time fast Ford great. The Mk1 Focus RS is fondly remembered, yet its wayward torque steering handling took the shine off the driving experience.
At first glance, its clear Ford has not held anything back with its latest high performance model. From the deep gloss black front splitter at the front to the swollen wheel arches at the sides and the huge tailgate roof spoiler, this Focus screams RS from every panel. And that theme continues when you start the engine
A heavily re-engineered version of the STs powerplant, the five-cylinder unit settles to a subdued idle. However, once on the move it sounds like its tearing its way through the air, whooshing and popping as it delivers devastating pace.
Ford claims a 0-62mph time of 5.9 seconds, and we have no reason to doubt it. The engines full torque isnt available in first gear, but once you slot the gearbox into second the instant thrust continues right up to the extended 7,050rpm redline. Grab the next ratio and the onslaught of acceleration continues.
But surely with all this torque going through the front tyres, the wheels couldnt possibly cope with cornering, too? On smooth, dry tarmac at least, they can. Ford has developed a clever new suspension set-up called RevoKnuckle, which aims to rid the Focus of a writhing steering wheel under full throttle acceleration.
Apply the power when cornering and its clear the technology really works. Where the Focus ST would push wide, the RS grips and goes with the efficiency of a true supercar. While the meaty steering keeps you informed with whats going on, theres none of the playful handling traits of a hot hatch. Instead, Ford has created a true high performance model with both road and track pace that few cars will be able to match.
Our test route on the challenging mountain roads above Nice in France were perfect for showing off the Focuss amazing performancebut did its fuel economy no favours. By the end of the day the trip read-out told us we had averaged 14mpg! Thats what wed expect from a supercar, and less than half the official 30mpg combined figure.
While youll have to set aside huge sums for fuel and insurance, the Fords list price is less imposing. At 24,995, the RS seems pricey for a Focus, but this is no modified hatchback, its a tremendous performance machine.
The RS legend lives on!
FIRST OPINION
- Sticking the legendary RS badge onto the back of just any old hot hatch wasnt an option for Ford. It needed to make a jaw dropping performance machine and it has succeeded! While the new Focus RS lacks the delicate feel of a lively hot hatch, its epic pace, never-ending cornering grip and enticing sound track make it an instant classic. Theres no doubt it will cost a fortune to run, but that wont stop the Focus RS from putting a smile on the face of everyone who gets behind the wheel.
- Price: 24,995
Engine: 2.5-litre 5cyl turbo
Power: 301bhp
Torque: 440Nm
0-62mph: 5.9 seconds
Top speed: 163mph
Econ/CO2: 30.0mpg/225g/km
Equipment: Tinted rear windows, Thatcham Category 1 alarm, Recaro seats, keyless ignition, automatically levelling Xenon headlights, heated windscreen, DAB radio, manual air conditioning
On sale: March
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
That car just rocks, plain and simple
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