Photo: Garage Kept Motors
Ah, the good old days when Ford's US family used to comprise not only crossovers, SUVs, and pickups but also normal passenger cars, with the occasional hot variant like the Focus RS. The ultra hot hatch was introduced in early 2015, featuring a 2.3-liter four-pot and all-wheel drive.
Part of the third-generation Focus, the RS had 350 horsepower to play with when it rolled off the line and 350 pound-feet (475 Nm) of torque. With roughly 10% more oomph than the era's EcoBoost-powered Mustang, the Focus RS could do the naught to sixty-two in 4.7 seconds, reaching a top speed of 165 mph or 266 kph.
Due to the aggressive styling, with redesigned front and rear bumpers, a sporty diffuser, and a large wing, not to mention the exclusive colors and wheels available for it, and the RS logo, recognizing it was and still is very easy. It also has a few updates in the cabin over regular hatchback variants, like the Recaro sports seats, as well as RS branding, contrast stitching, and a few other bits and bobs.
Performing controlled drifts isn't tricky in the Ford Focus RS, as it came with a dedicated mode for that, joining the Normal, Sport, and Track. The improved exhaust sound, enhanced engine and steering responses, damper controls, and so on contributed to the sportier driving credentials. Made at the Saarlouis factory in Germany, with deliveries in Europe commencing almost one year after the unveiling, it was originally available from €39,000.
That equals $42,605 at today's exchange rates, and if you want a properly maintained copy with not that many miles under its belt, you will still have to fork out about as much. The pictured one is listed for $39,900, which could otherwise get you a brand-new Mustang from the latest generation. The pony car starts at just under $31,000 before destination, and the EcoBoost Convertible is just a little over $39,000. You could also get a new Bronco or an Explorer for that kind of money, or maybe the ultra-popular F-150.
A 2017 model, this Ford Focus RS has almost 16,000 miles (~25,750 km) on the odometer. It is an all-stock example with two owners in the papers, finished in blue on top of the black interior. The Garage Kept Motors listing, which you can access here, describes it as being "more than just a car," referring to it as "a statement of automotive passion and precision." The Focus RS is a great driver's car that can be used as a daily, which doesn't break the bank. But would you spend that much money on this ultra-hot hatch, or does the new Mustang (or perhaps something else) sound more appealing? You know what to do to answer this question.
Due to the aggressive styling, with redesigned front and rear bumpers, a sporty diffuser, and a large wing, not to mention the exclusive colors and wheels available for it, and the RS logo, recognizing it was and still is very easy. It also has a few updates in the cabin over regular hatchback variants, like the Recaro sports seats, as well as RS branding, contrast stitching, and a few other bits and bobs.
Performing controlled drifts isn't tricky in the Ford Focus RS, as it came with a dedicated mode for that, joining the Normal, Sport, and Track. The improved exhaust sound, enhanced engine and steering responses, damper controls, and so on contributed to the sportier driving credentials. Made at the Saarlouis factory in Germany, with deliveries in Europe commencing almost one year after the unveiling, it was originally available from €39,000.
That equals $42,605 at today's exchange rates, and if you want a properly maintained copy with not that many miles under its belt, you will still have to fork out about as much. The pictured one is listed for $39,900, which could otherwise get you a brand-new Mustang from the latest generation. The pony car starts at just under $31,000 before destination, and the EcoBoost Convertible is just a little over $39,000. You could also get a new Bronco or an Explorer for that kind of money, or maybe the ultra-popular F-150.
A 2017 model, this Ford Focus RS has almost 16,000 miles (~25,750 km) on the odometer. It is an all-stock example with two owners in the papers, finished in blue on top of the black interior. The Garage Kept Motors listing, which you can access here, describes it as being "more than just a car," referring to it as "a statement of automotive passion and precision." The Focus RS is a great driver's car that can be used as a daily, which doesn't break the bank. But would you spend that much money on this ultra-hot hatch, or does the new Mustang (or perhaps something else) sound more appealing? You know what to do to answer this question.
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