Ford: Focus News
06-26-2015, 01:39 PM
#921
I drive a Subata.
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Judging by the latest Ford products... I'm sure they have figured out the best way to deal with the turbocharged engines.
I have a very high expectation for this car! Kudos to Ford for sticking with AWD for it.
I have a very high expectation for this car! Kudos to Ford for sticking with AWD for it.
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kurtatx (06-29-2015)
06-26-2015, 01:42 PM
#922
Team Owner
I wish Turbos have the same response time as N/A engine...
Maybe electric turbos are the solution.
Maybe electric turbos are the solution.
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06-26-2015, 06:06 PM
#923
I drive a Subata.
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JS + XES (06-29-2015)
06-29-2015, 01:42 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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06-29-2015, 07:00 PM
#929
Azine Jabroni
Step up, Subie
06-29-2015, 11:53 PM
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06-30-2015, 12:19 AM
#931
I drive a Subata.
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06-30-2015, 09:02 AM
#933
This thing is gonna be expensive, plus dealer mark ups. Almost 50 grand for a Focus, no thanks.
I have a Focus ST so I know how horrible ford quality and reliability are. Quality materials and build construction seems to be something most ppl overlook/don't know what they are looking for.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
The Focus also needs so many upgrades to even track the car. You need oil cooler, new FMIC, better radiator, upgraded brakes, LSD, etc.
For these reasons my Acura will be my track car and Focus will be DD and occasional autocross.
For track cars Id stick with honda or porsche, but you need deep pockets for porsche.
People just look at AWD and power numbers and ignore everything else.
I have a Focus ST so I know how horrible ford quality and reliability are. Quality materials and build construction seems to be something most ppl overlook/don't know what they are looking for.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
The Focus also needs so many upgrades to even track the car. You need oil cooler, new FMIC, better radiator, upgraded brakes, LSD, etc.
For these reasons my Acura will be my track car and Focus will be DD and occasional autocross.
For track cars Id stick with honda or porsche, but you need deep pockets for porsche.
People just look at AWD and power numbers and ignore everything else.
06-30-2015, 09:35 AM
#934
I drive a Subata.
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This thing is gonna be expensive, plus dealer mark ups. Almost 50 grand for a Focus, no thanks.
I have a Focus ST so I know how horrible ford quality and reliability are. Quality materials and build construction seems to be something most ppl overlook/don't know what they are looking for.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
The Focus also needs so many upgrades to even track the car. You need oil cooler, new FMIC, better radiator, upgraded brakes, LSD, etc.
For these reasons my Acura will be my track car and Focus will be DD and occasional autocross.
For track cars Id stick with honda or porsche, but you need deep pockets for porsche.
People just look at AWD and power numbers and ignore everything else.
I have a Focus ST so I know how horrible ford quality and reliability are. Quality materials and build construction seems to be something most ppl overlook/don't know what they are looking for.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
The Focus also needs so many upgrades to even track the car. You need oil cooler, new FMIC, better radiator, upgraded brakes, LSD, etc.
For these reasons my Acura will be my track car and Focus will be DD and occasional autocross.
For track cars Id stick with honda or porsche, but you need deep pockets for porsche.
People just look at AWD and power numbers and ignore everything else.
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charliemike (09-16-2015)
06-30-2015, 12:38 PM
#935
Team Owner
I think 50k is a stretch. I can see 40k though.
I highly doubt the ST needs upgraded brakes. I love how that's the first thing people always say- the brakes suck!! Based on what? Have you tried a higher temp fluid and better pads?
I also find it odd that the ST needs an oil cooler, upgraded rad and intercooler. If it needs all three, how is the car even able to handle sporty driving? Me thinks that's an exaggeration.
I'm kind of surprised the ST has no LSD. This is a must for any fwd sport car.
I highly doubt the ST needs upgraded brakes. I love how that's the first thing people always say- the brakes suck!! Based on what? Have you tried a higher temp fluid and better pads?
I also find it odd that the ST needs an oil cooler, upgraded rad and intercooler. If it needs all three, how is the car even able to handle sporty driving? Me thinks that's an exaggeration.
I'm kind of surprised the ST has no LSD. This is a must for any fwd sport car.
Last edited by TacoBello; 06-30-2015 at 12:42 PM.
07-01-2015, 09:03 AM
#936
2024 Honda Civic Type R
I have a Focus ST so I know how horrible ford quality and reliability are. Quality materials and build construction seems to be something most ppl overlook/don't know what they are looking for.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
My 2014 ford has been at the dealer more than my 03 acura that I have had 12 years.
Just like every manufacturer, unfortunately some are going to have problems.
Plus mine is a first model year... first 5,000 as well.
Last edited by RPhilMan1; 07-01-2015 at 09:06 AM.
07-01-2015, 01:22 PM
#937
I drive a Subata.
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No need to reply to Brian. He's as resourceful as Meatzy.
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07-01-2015, 06:43 PM
#938
I feel the need...
To any schmuck who pays 50k for an RS, all the power to them. 
No question, there will be early dealer mark ups, but unless FoMoCo purposely keeps volumes low, no reason to expect things won't settle down after a year.
Value play when this puppy is released will be a chipped Golf R so Ford marketers won't be able to overreach.
07-01-2015, 10:00 PM
#939
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Chipped FoRS will be there too! 
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Just wait until the tuners like Mountune, Cobb, Fswerks, Unleashed, Pumaspeed, Freek Tune, etc, all get their hands on it.
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JS + XES (07-06-2015)
07-06-2015, 10:19 AM
#942
99 TL, 06 E350
Remember Jeremy Clarkson said this would be Ford Escort Cosworth of our time.
To any schmuck who pays 50k for an RS, all the power to them.
No question, there will be early dealer mark ups, but unless FoMoCo purposely keeps volumes low, no reason to expect things won't settle down after a year.
Value play when this puppy is released will be a chipped Golf R so Ford marketers won't be able to overreach.
To any schmuck who pays 50k for an RS, all the power to them. No question, there will be early dealer mark ups, but unless FoMoCo purposely keeps volumes low, no reason to expect things won't settle down after a year.
Value play when this puppy is released will be a chipped Golf R so Ford marketers won't be able to overreach.
08-05-2015, 05:24 PM
#943
Senior Moderator
From here: One-Off Ford Focus RS Celebrates Forza Motorsport
The Ford Motor Company [NYSE:F] is gearing up for the market launch of its awesome Focus RS and has been trotting out the car at a number of promotional events recently. First we saw one of its key developers, rally driver Ken Block, take it for a spin at Ford’s European headquarters in Cologne, Germany, and then, once again with Block behind the wheel, the Focus RS took on the Goodwood hill climb at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Now, Ford has unveiled a Focus RS wearing a unique livery designed by players of Microsoft’s Forza Motorsport series of video games. The livery was the winning design from a competition for players of the Forza Horizon 2 open-world racing game, organized by global gaming website IGN.
The car itself was unveiled at a special Microsoft event, ahead of this year’s Gamescom event in Cologne, and was driven by none other than the Top Gear Stig. Both the Focus RS and the Stig will feature in the latest Forza Motorsport 6 title due out later this year. You may recall that the game will feature Ford’s new GT supercar on its cover.
As for the new Focus RS, it goes on sale in the United States next spring, possibly priced from as little as $35,730. That would be quite the deal considering the car packs a 345-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system, a driving mode selector equipped with an industry-first “Drift Mode,” and a host of other upgrades that improve upon the performance of the lesser Focus and Focus ST models.
Now, Ford has unveiled a Focus RS wearing a unique livery designed by players of Microsoft’s Forza Motorsport series of video games. The livery was the winning design from a competition for players of the Forza Horizon 2 open-world racing game, organized by global gaming website IGN.
The car itself was unveiled at a special Microsoft event, ahead of this year’s Gamescom event in Cologne, and was driven by none other than the Top Gear Stig. Both the Focus RS and the Stig will feature in the latest Forza Motorsport 6 title due out later this year. You may recall that the game will feature Ford’s new GT supercar on its cover.
As for the new Focus RS, it goes on sale in the United States next spring, possibly priced from as little as $35,730. That would be quite the deal considering the car packs a 345-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system, a driving mode selector equipped with an industry-first “Drift Mode,” and a host of other upgrades that improve upon the performance of the lesser Focus and Focus ST models.
08-05-2015, 05:24 PM
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08-05-2015, 05:27 PM
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Couple of high-res pics not posted yet...
08-06-2015, 02:23 PM
#947
Ex-OEM King
...need to talk the wife into buying this. Would require parting with the S2000 though...
08-07-2015, 02:43 AM
#949
Team Owner
08-12-2015, 06:22 PM
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I drive a Subata.
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08-12-2015, 07:12 PM
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Team Owner
nothing is as pure as s2k.... except for ....
09-16-2015, 03:12 PM
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So it appears the RS is going to start at $35,730.
2016 Ford Focus RS Gets To 60 In 4.7 Seconds, Will Top 165 MPH
2016 Ford Focus RS Gets To 60 In 4.7 Seconds, Will Top 165 MPH
09-16-2015, 03:33 PM
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09-16-2015, 03:33 PM
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Hory shet. 
09-16-2015, 05:10 PM
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lol i dont know why the ad had to show "peak power at 6000rpm." That's pretty standard...no? I'd imagine people would be more interest if they say "peak torque at 1800rpm-5000rpm" or something like that.
09-16-2015, 05:32 PM
#958
FORD'S ALL-NEW FOCUS RS SPRINTS TO 62 MPH IN 4.7 SECONDS AND HITS 165 MPH
All-new 2016 Ford Focus RS sprints from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 165 mph
Fastest-ever Ford RS model will start at $36,605 featuring Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive and a projected 350 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque from its 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine
Innovative Focus RS offers drive modes – including industry-first drift mode – along with launch control; customer deliveries of high-performance hatchback start in North America in spring 2016
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 16, 2015 – Ford Motor Company's all-new Focus RS will sprint from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds – making the high-performance hatchback the fastest-accelerating RS model yet.
Focus RS – powered by a specially engineered version of Ford's new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine producing projected 350 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque – will reach a top speed of 165 mph.
For North America, Focus RS pricing will start at $36,605.
The all-new 2016 Focus RS optimizes acceleration by introducing launch control technology to a Ford RS model for the first time. Focus RS also debuts new Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring – for outstanding traction and grip with dynamic agility and cornering speed.
"The all-new Focus RS will bring the legendary nameplate to a new generation of global customers for the first time," said Dave Pericak, director, Ford Performance. "Focus RS delivers stunning performance and innovative technology at a price that will make both enthusiast consumers and premium automakers look twice."
Focus RS launch control configures the car's chassis and powertrain systems to deliver the fastest possible acceleration – in various track conditions. The driver selects launch control from the cluster menu, engages first gear, applies full throttle and releases the clutch. The system then delivers optimum drive – including distributing torque through the all-wheel-drive system, maintaining maximum torque using the turbo overboost function, managing traction control and setting the dampers.
To achieve maximum acceleration through the gears, a performance shift light in the instrument cluster alerts the driver when approaching the optimum upshift point of 5,900 rpm, and flashes if the engine hits the 6,800-rpm limit.
Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive uses twin electronically controlled clutch packs to manage the car's front/rear torque split, and can control side-to-side torque distribution on the rear axle – delivering the torque vectoring capability that produces a dramatic impact on handling and cornering stability.
The all-wheel-drive system monitors inputs from multiple vehicle sensors 100 times per second. To deliver optimum driving dynamics, the system was calibrated alongside the car's advanced electronic stability control, in particular, its brake-based Torque Vectoring Control that works in parallel with torque vectoring all-wheel drive.
Focus RS drivers can select from four different drive modes that configure the all-wheel-drive system, damper controls, electronic stability control, steering and engine responses, and exhaust sound to deliver optimum performance in road or circuit driving conditions. Normal, sport or track settings are available, along with a special drift mode to help the driver achieve controlled oversteer drifts at the track.
The new 2.3-liter EcoBoost shares its fundamental structure with the all-aluminum four-cylinder EcoBoost in the all-new Ford Mustang. The engine is significantly upgraded to improve power by more than 10 percent. It features a new low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger with larger compressor, enhanced air intake design, and a large-bore high-performance exhaust.
Developed by a team of Ford Performance engineers in Europe and the United States, the all-new Focus RS is the third-generation Focus RS – following models launched in 2002 and 2009.
Ford Performance serves as an innovation laboratory and test bed to create unique performance vehicles, parts, accessories and experiences for customers. The group's work in aerodynamics, light-weighting, electronics, powertrain performance and fuel efficiency can be applied more broadly across Ford's product portfolio.
The 30th car to wear the legendary RS badge, Focus RS will be built in Saarlouis, Germany, and is one of 12 new performance vehicles Ford will bring to customers globally through 2020 as part of a new era of Ford performance. Ford expects delivery to North American customers in spring 2016.
All-new 2016 Ford Focus RS sprints from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 165 mph
Fastest-ever Ford RS model will start at $36,605 featuring Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive and a projected 350 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque from its 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine
Innovative Focus RS offers drive modes – including industry-first drift mode – along with launch control; customer deliveries of high-performance hatchback start in North America in spring 2016
DEARBORN, Mich., Sept. 16, 2015 – Ford Motor Company's all-new Focus RS will sprint from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds – making the high-performance hatchback the fastest-accelerating RS model yet.
Focus RS – powered by a specially engineered version of Ford's new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine producing projected 350 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque – will reach a top speed of 165 mph.
For North America, Focus RS pricing will start at $36,605.
The all-new 2016 Focus RS optimizes acceleration by introducing launch control technology to a Ford RS model for the first time. Focus RS also debuts new Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring – for outstanding traction and grip with dynamic agility and cornering speed.
"The all-new Focus RS will bring the legendary nameplate to a new generation of global customers for the first time," said Dave Pericak, director, Ford Performance. "Focus RS delivers stunning performance and innovative technology at a price that will make both enthusiast consumers and premium automakers look twice."
Focus RS launch control configures the car's chassis and powertrain systems to deliver the fastest possible acceleration – in various track conditions. The driver selects launch control from the cluster menu, engages first gear, applies full throttle and releases the clutch. The system then delivers optimum drive – including distributing torque through the all-wheel-drive system, maintaining maximum torque using the turbo overboost function, managing traction control and setting the dampers.
To achieve maximum acceleration through the gears, a performance shift light in the instrument cluster alerts the driver when approaching the optimum upshift point of 5,900 rpm, and flashes if the engine hits the 6,800-rpm limit.
Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive uses twin electronically controlled clutch packs to manage the car's front/rear torque split, and can control side-to-side torque distribution on the rear axle – delivering the torque vectoring capability that produces a dramatic impact on handling and cornering stability.
The all-wheel-drive system monitors inputs from multiple vehicle sensors 100 times per second. To deliver optimum driving dynamics, the system was calibrated alongside the car's advanced electronic stability control, in particular, its brake-based Torque Vectoring Control that works in parallel with torque vectoring all-wheel drive.
Focus RS drivers can select from four different drive modes that configure the all-wheel-drive system, damper controls, electronic stability control, steering and engine responses, and exhaust sound to deliver optimum performance in road or circuit driving conditions. Normal, sport or track settings are available, along with a special drift mode to help the driver achieve controlled oversteer drifts at the track.
The new 2.3-liter EcoBoost shares its fundamental structure with the all-aluminum four-cylinder EcoBoost in the all-new Ford Mustang. The engine is significantly upgraded to improve power by more than 10 percent. It features a new low-inertia twin-scroll turbocharger with larger compressor, enhanced air intake design, and a large-bore high-performance exhaust.
Developed by a team of Ford Performance engineers in Europe and the United States, the all-new Focus RS is the third-generation Focus RS – following models launched in 2002 and 2009.
Ford Performance serves as an innovation laboratory and test bed to create unique performance vehicles, parts, accessories and experiences for customers. The group's work in aerodynamics, light-weighting, electronics, powertrain performance and fuel efficiency can be applied more broadly across Ford's product portfolio.
The 30th car to wear the legendary RS badge, Focus RS will be built in Saarlouis, Germany, and is one of 12 new performance vehicles Ford will bring to customers globally through 2020 as part of a new era of Ford performance. Ford expects delivery to North American customers in spring 2016.
09-16-2015, 06:52 PM
#959
I feel the need...
09-16-2015, 08:04 PM
#960
I drive a Subata.
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Manual ONLY.
Ford FTW.
This is going to be a great car.
Ford FTW.
This is going to be a great car.