Road tests

New Ford Focus RS 2016 review - pictures

by: Auto Express team

3 Oct 2017

Go to: Ford Focus RS (2016-2018) review - MPG, CO2 and Running Costs

One of the best hot hatches on sale, the Ford Focus RS
Fun fact, Hoonigan Ken Block played a major part in shaping how the Ford Focus RS drives.
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The Ford Focus RS features a drift button for those who like going sideways.
Here the Ford Focus can be seen in a habitat it is very familar with - the race track.
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As can be seen here, the side profile shows the sporty nature of the car.
Boring fact, the RS has a cooling system which consists of a water pump, thermostat (and valves), and thermal management system. I did warn you...
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When launched, the Ford Focus RS became the fastest accelerating Ford RS model ever with a 0-62mph time of just 4.7 seconds.
Peak power comes in high up the rev range at around 6000rpm.
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The crankshaft in the RS is a cast iron number. It uses 5 bearings and 8 counterweights to ensur smooth operation.
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The Ford Focus RS comes with a Honeywell twin-scroll turbocharger.
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These would be wing mirrors. 
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A spoiler which adds to the aggressive styling.
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Inside the Focus RS is typically Ford.
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<p class="p1">It won’t be a key priority for buyers, but boot space is poor, at 260 litres. Rear has been designed to resemble three individual bucket seats.</p>

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