Production *AWD* Ford Focus RS Spied on the Ring

CSV_LS1 · 07-04-2008, 08:43 PM

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At this summer's British Motor Show we will see the unveiling of a concept version of the Ford Focus RS, now we have the best shot yet of the production version whilst undergoing vigorous testing on the ring.

Taken by spies from Nurburgring enthusiast site bridgetogantry.com (BTG), they claim the production version will in fact be available with 4WD after witnessing the prototype over steer while powering round the circuit, previous reports stated that only FWD will be offered. If that isn't enough, BTG say the RS version of the Focus will pump out a monstrous 350bhp which far exceeds the 280-300bhp we had expected.

We are still around 3 months away from the unveiling of the concept version, so we will have to wait and see if initial specifications reach these scaly heights (oh boy we hope so!!!), but keep an eye out as the pre motor show leaks begin to unravel.

Worldcarfans.com

MITCHAY · 07-04-2008, 09:02 PM

Awesome. If it has 350hp it will be more powerful than both the STi and EVO and also looks better. I swear that it looked way different in another photo though!

RG · 07-04-2008, 09:06 PM

If that had all of that and came here I would buy it straight away.

kooky · 08-04-2008, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by MITCHAY

Awesome. If it has 350hp it will be more powerful than both the STi and EVO and also looks better. I swear that it looked way different in another photo though!

And I'd sell my STi and whatever else to get into one.

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A bit more info on the Focus RS. Insiders at NBR are now reporting AWD and 260Kw.

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That's right, BTG can reveal that the 2009 Ford Focus 4WD is still undergoing testing, despite numerous articles claiming that car will indeed be just FWD. Having seen the car power oversteer out of Wehrseifen, I was convinced that the car was 4WD. A chance encounter in Touristenfahrt tonight gave me the opportunity to lie down and squint underneath... where I saw a rear diff!

A quick chat with an un-named official confirmed that the car is still undergoing rigorous testing to be made ready for production. Whether this is to be badged as an RS, or as something even fruitier and less readily available remains to be seen. But this 350bhp six-cylinder, 4WD Focus is definitely real and definitely fast!

http://bridgetogantry.com/index.php?...r+your+vote%21

MITCHAY · 09-04-2008, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by kooky

And I'd sell my STi and whatever else to get into one.

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A bit more info on the Focus RS. Insiders at NBR are now reporting AWD and 260Kw.

http://bridgetogantry.com/index.php?...r+your+vote%21

Not exactly like there's a reason to trade up to the new STi if this were available. Actually is there a reason if it weren't either?

Yeah that's the picture I'm talking about and it's tough as. 260kw and AWD would be a weapon!

Hell I have 169kw and I love it!

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Rodp · 09-04-2008, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by kooky

And I'd sell my STi and whatever else to get into one.

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A bit more info on the Focus RS. Insiders at NBR are now reporting AWD and 260Kw.

I'm not digging the look of that. Looks like a ricer has got a hold of an XR5T. I hope that's not the final product. The pic on the first page looks much better to me.

fou_bleu · 10-04-2008, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kooky

Thats hot!!!

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**DJM83** · 10-04-2008, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kooky

And I'd sell my STi and whatever else to get into one.

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A bit more info on the Focus RS. Insiders at NBR are now reporting AWD and 260Kw.

http://bridgetogantry.com/index.php?...r+your+vote%21

Did that say 6 Cylinder?

KenLee · 11-04-2008, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by TE50 056

Did that say 6 Cylinder?

At the moment, Ford is using the 2.5l turbo 5-cyl for the test mules.

Zed7fiddy · 07-04-2008, 09:14 PM

Great news, ford Aus would be stupid not to import it, id definately consider a AWD version!

Rodp · 07-04-2008, 09:17 PM

Damn, I bought my R32 3 months too early. If they import I could be looking at my next next car. :P

MITCHAY · 07-04-2008, 09:18 PM

It should be AWD standard and just forget about the FWD option.

Nikked · 07-04-2008, 09:40 PM

Could this be a future FPV product? Be nice if it was...

Fev · 07-04-2008, 10:10 PM

it wont look like that car, it will look more like a mondeo.. That is just a test platform for the underpinnings - i guess its supposed to be stealth since it looks like an older model except for the guards and front bar

actually now that i take a closer look it, i think that is what we saw in the pics released a month or 2 ago.

**DJM83** · 10-04-2008, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Fev

it wont look like that car, it will look more like a mondeo.. That is just a test platform for the underpinnings - i guess its supposed to be stealth since it looks like an older model except for the guards and front bar.

Yeah the new Focus is a fair bit different to that, so id say you are right they are just testing the drivetrain.

AusM · 07-04-2008, 11:31 PM

Sounds like it might be a high-spec concept... but the production version will be nothing like it? If it sounds too good to be true...

Hunter · 07-04-2008, 11:56 PM

Nice! I was thinking of getting rid of the Falcon for something smaller... and good thing I haven't bought anything yet! If one of these were available and for a good price, it'd definitely be on the cards.

Rodp · 08-04-2008, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Hunter

Nice! I was thinking of getting rid of the Falcon for something smaller... and good thing I haven't bought anything yet! If one of these were available and for a good price, it'd definitely be on the cards.

What would you consider a good price? If it's AWD, you'll be lucky to get change out of $60k, I'd say.

Wretched · 08-04-2008, 08:43 AM

i have doubts it will be AWD and 350hp.
It would be nice though

The ST (XR5T) is a killer package now.

CSV_LS1 · 08-04-2008, 12:34 PM

It would have to be no more than high 50's to be competitive i think.

Rodp · 08-04-2008, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by CSV_LS1

It would have to be no more than high 50's to be competitive i think.

The obvious comparison would be an R32 which ranges from ~55k-60k depending on what gearbox and amount of doors you want. If they can keep the price in that ballpark, make it AWD and sneak a few more ponies under the bonnet than the R32, I'm sure it would edge out the R32 in sales and it would be a true hero car. Stick an FPV badge on it and you're done.

rennie · 08-04-2008, 04:22 PM

That is HOT! They better import it.

I can't wait to test drive.

MAGPIE · 08-04-2008, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rodp

Stick an FPV badge on it and you're done.

If it's got an RS badge it won't need an FPV one, it would just lessen the appeal for true RS enthusiasts.

Nikked · 08-04-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by MAGPIE

If it's got an RS badge it won't need an FPV one, it would just lessen the appeal for true RS enthusiasts.

Ford has the XR5, FPV has Focus RS. Thats how i think it would work, thats if it does come here...

AUIIForte · 08-04-2008, 12:44 PM

Oh My God (OMG), if it is actualy like they said, ALL WHEEL DRIVE... I believe this will probably be the best selling automobile in YEARS! I would sell my Forte (obviously) for it!

T3ts50 · 08-04-2008, 09:16 PM

FPV have said in the past they wont but FPV badges on a car such as a focus if they havent put a significant amount of engineering involvment in it. So I doubt it will come with FPV badges.

loltastic · 09-04-2008, 08:39 AM

If this thing comes here and has 4wd with 260kw I will eat a live turtle. Shell and all.

marcosambrose · 09-04-2008, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by loltastic

If this thing comes here and has 4wd with 260kw I will eat a live turtle. Shell and all.

+1 for the 'Internet's greatest forum response'...

MITCHAY · 09-04-2008, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by loltastic

If this thing comes here and has 4wd with 260kw I will eat a live turtle. Shell and all.

Yeah a bit unrealistic but hopefully not far off the mark

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kooky · 09-04-2008, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by loltastic

If this thing comes here and has 4wd with 260kw I will eat a live turtle. Shell and all.

What part can't you beleive?

I like turtles

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