(Post Master Supreme)

02/03/15 09:42 PM

Ford Focus RS

Approx 320hp and the same torque? All wheel drive with the ability to put 70% power to the rear wheels and 100% of that power to any one wheel?

Pretty awesome

http://jalopnik.com/2016-ford-focus-rs-this-is-your-320-hp-awd-monster-ha-1683323602

(Post Master Supreme)

02/03/15 09:44 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

My titty sprinkles are ready

(Post Master Supreme)

02/03/15 11:18 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Love it

Then my friend who is super bias with Subaru said the Focus RS is meh, interior is shit and reliability is a concern.

I would rock one over the current gen STi, just sayin'

(Post Master)

02/04/15 04:56 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Lol, sti owner talking about interiors

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 06:38 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: spd-dmn

Lol, sti owner talking about interiors

I laughed at this as well.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 08:09 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

50K focus.. no thanks

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 08:10 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

love it.
i saw the youtube presentation vid from the car show.
odd thing is that the guy says there is a center clutch--which suggests it's a haldex system. that makes torque vectoring not as useful as it would be in a full time awd car. As for reliability, the motor is a mazda if that makes anyone feel better XD The 2.3L ecoboost = the mazdaspeed 6 engine. Ford had a deal with Mazda when Mazda developed it for the speed 6...and after the speed 6 run was over, Ford would take over that design. This is that motor (same motor as the one in the stang).

i think it's a wicked car. dat interior doe $\:\($

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 08:28 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Nice car on paper, won't go anywhere like the ST however. The price point of a hot hatch like that puts it over that demographic's budget defeating the whole point. The car is a step in the right direction doe.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 08:29 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

50K focus.. no thanks

They released the price?

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 08:30 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

very nice, very tempting. im sure it'll have it's issues here and there but car is nothing to scoff at!

price will fall into range of sti/evo im sure. CTR too if it's confirmed.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 08:40 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Ugh did the MS6 not have issues with the engine?

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 08:58 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

I recall reading on some of the blogs, $35-37k USD. Thats puts it up in the low $40's here.

Risky nailed it. I barely see any ST's on the road and they are already over $30k. 300+hp and AWD aside, its still a Focus.

Im sure it does haul some ass though lol.

Senor Eduardo_82

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02/04/15 09:09 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

I saw a lot of FiST and FoST cars on the road last summer, I think they sold pretty well. This FoRS one is perfectly aligned (on paper) with the Golf R. And if those sales are any indication, the FoRS should sell well too.

The only problem is walking into a Ford dealer to look at the FoRS, and then finding out how much Mustang you can get for the same $.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 09:10 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: JEFFOS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

50K focus.. no thanks

They released the price?

dude, focus ST with some packages is already 35k (taxes in).. wtf you think ford is going to give away all the extra stuff in the RS?

its probably going to MSRP at 45k, add in a few features, and taxes.. and you'll be at 50k

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 09:12 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

What everyone is saying can be said for the golf doe.
The golf base is what, 18k?
Yet the gti costs about 30, r starts at around 38.

That's not terribly different than the focus.....except ok, non barfy interior.

And FWIW, I see more ST's than I see Si's in my hood.

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 09:16 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

i see more FRS/BRZ than anything
like A LOT

Senor Eduardo_82

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02/04/15 09:17 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: Screamin DC2R

i see more FRS/BRZ than anything
like A LOT

Well yeah, you can lease them for cheap or get a used FRS for under $20k now.

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 09:19 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

Originally Posted By: JEFFOS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

50K focus.. no thanks

They released the price?

dude, focus ST with some packages is already 35k (taxes in).. wtf you think ford is going to give away all the extra stuff in the RS?

its probably going to MSRP at 45k, add in a few features, and taxes.. and you'll be at 50k

hi noob,

there is actually only 1 package for the st. i've priced one XD
And it doesnt make it 35. unless you like rounding to the nearest 5k. but then that's eue XD

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 09:25 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Im curios to see what Mazada comes up with their next Speed3. Out of all these various econonboxes, the new 3 probably handles the best and is the nicest overall inside and out. An AWD and 300hp version of the current 3 GT would be an awesome car.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 09:30 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

I see about the same amount of ST's vs. SI vs. GTI and that's saying something considering the ST has been on sale the shortest time. I can see the RS doing 'well'. Great looking compared to the shit honda has so far.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 09:36 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

It's always fascinating to me when we come to a *Euphoric like* conclusion aka factual information when we *see* more of the car that has sold the least compared to what it's being compared to. wow reference many witness accounts l'el

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 09:37 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

yes extremely

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 09:40 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: Rinky Business

It's always fascinating to me when we come to a *Euphoric like* conclusion aka factual information when we *see* more of the car that has sold the least compared to what its being compared to. wow reference many witness accounts l'el

I prefaced my statement with "FWIW"! I did not claim it to be absolute truth XD
Anyway, RS is sweet. Someone should buy it. Rob? XD

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 10:16 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Ford has stepped up their game on their cars. This is pretty awesome performance.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 10:59 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Mazdaspeed 3 on current platform would be nice but the rust issue doe

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 11:11 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: JEFFOS

the ability to put 70% power to the rear wheels and 100% of that power to any one wheel?

Pretty awesome

http://jalopnik.com/2016-ford-focus-rs-this-is-your-320-hp-awd-monster-ha-1683323602

Many cars already do this btw.
The new GTI (with performance pack), any sport diff audi (that's half of the audi line up), iirc the new sti does it, all new f30 3 series with the e-diff and the new RCF & GSF also do this...oh, so does the new vette!

The torque vectoring is game changing. The car is suddenly so much more capable and adjustable with this. Understeer prone pigs can be steered with the throttle. You just have to get it pointed into a corner first XD

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 01:33 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: 4age

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

Originally Posted By: JEFFOS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

50K focus.. no thanks

They released the price?

dude, focus ST with some packages is already 35k (taxes in).. wtf you think ford is going to give away all the extra stuff in the RS?

its probably going to MSRP at 45k, add in a few features, and taxes.. and you'll be at 50k

hi noob,

there is actually only 1 package for the st. i've priced one XD
And it doesnt make it 35. unless you like rounding to the nearest 5k. but then that's eue XD

http://imgur.com/7NXrIsu

and that's without the sunroof which is another 1200.

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 02:26 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

^Ed, that price includes freight/pdi and even taxes.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 02:36 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

which is what i specified in my post didn't i?

Originally Posted By: 4age

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

Originally Posted By: JEFFOS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

50K focus.. no thanks

They released the price?

dude, focus ST with some packages is already 35k (taxes in).. wtf you think ford is going to give away all the extra stuff in the RS?

its probably going to MSRP at 45k, add in a few features, and taxes.. and you'll be at 50k

hi noob,

there is actually only 1 package for the st. i've priced one XD
And it doesnt make it 35. unless you like rounding to the nearest 5k. but then that's eue XD

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 02:40 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

^ROFL!
Begin flipping your desk now.
You are right. I suck at reading. EUE on me XD
Anyway, 35k tax in is not bad. I was considering it until i read about heat soak issues and limp mode on track (not unlike 370z) and...OMG DAT INTERIOR IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.

titty sprinkles

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 02:43 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

that car makes my balls tingly.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 03:11 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

$35k with $2,500 delivery allowance.
Ford is getting rid of 2014 stocks.
You won't get that allowance with the RS

$40 tax in with Nav and Sunroof.
Addition to the $2,500 delivery allowance, If you get it with Costco $1,000 rebate, and dealer negotiation, you will probably get it for $34-35k.

But I doubt you will get any of those discounts with the RS.
I am guessing only dealers with SVT license(?) will carry them.
Yonge and Steeles is the best place to get Ford, but they can't sell Shelby.

I estimate about $44-45 tax in.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 03:14 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: 4age

^ROFL!
Begin flipping your desk now.
You are right. I suck at reading. EUE on me XD
Anyway, 35k tax in is not bad. I was considering it until i read about heat soak issues and limp mode on track (not unlike 370z) and...OMG DAT INTERIOR IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.

I ain't even mad bro

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 03:21 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: phoenixrage

Originally Posted By: 4age

^ROFL!
Begin flipping your desk now.
You are right. I suck at reading. EUE on me XD
Anyway, 35k tax in is not bad. I was considering it until i read about heat soak issues and limp mode on track (not unlike 370z) and...OMG DAT INTERIOR IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.

I ain't even mad bro

ok calling u with last 10 characters of my vin.

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 03:23 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/ken-block-new-ford-focus-rs-video-2015-02-04

titty sprinkles

(Post Master Supreme)

02/04/15 03:31 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

damn, it sounds good. looks like the turbo is a bit laggy tho.

(Post Master Sr)

02/04/15 03:45 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

It just sounds like a cla45...except without the dramatic lift throttle exhaust pops.

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 01:00 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

I like!

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 01:31 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

suuuppaahh baaatllleeeuuuuu!

http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/new-ford-focus-rs-vs-new-honda-civic-type-r-2015-02-03

should prove to be good when ready. dang, we got CTR vs RS and NSX vs GT battles this year.

(Post Master)

02/05/15 01:42 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

CTR, Focus RS, STi, Golf R....

awd hot hatch segment is heating up

Senor Eduardo_82

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02/05/15 01:50 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

RS3?

(Post Master Sr)

02/05/15 02:25 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

RS3 is coming? @_@
i hope so!
and the golf 400r

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 02:30 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

i saw a regular S3 sedan today on the road, small, but nice.

(Post Master)

02/05/15 02:31 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: eddie _82

RS3?

no habla ingles

(Post Master Sr)

02/05/15 02:45 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: spd-dmn

Originally Posted By: eddie _82

RS3?

no habla ingles

OK i'm going to assume that's a yes XD

(Post Master Sr)

02/05/15 02:47 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: Screamin DC2R

i saw a regular S3 sedan today on the road, small, but nice.

the interior is not dat nice doe!
it's a far cry away from typical audi s car interiors $\:\($
I sat in one at the dealer and was very disappointed. It's a nice car no doubt. Built for a price point no doubt. It's a sedan golf r XD to be fair though, if we compare the interior to other cars in the price range........i dunno. it's on par with the CLA which isn't saying much.

Screamin Type ARGH!

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 03:02 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: 4age

Originally Posted By: Screamin DC2R

i saw a regular S3 sedan today on the road, small, but nice.

the interior is not dat nice doe!
it's a far cry away from typical audi s car interiors $\:\($
I sat in one at the dealer and was very disappointed. It's a nice car no doubt. Built for a price point no doubt. It's a sedan golf r XD to be fair though, if we compare the interior to other cars in the price range........i dunno. it's on par with the CLA which isn't saying much.

yeah, figured as much =\

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 03:07 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Audi, please bring back the RS4 Avant. That would be so sick

(Post Master)

02/05/15 06:16 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

the a3 has a very clean and minimalist interior. it may appear sparse but it is decluttered by design. don't mistake that for quality of materials, switchgear quality, or panel alignment.

cla fit and finish is nowhere near the a3

not even maybe

(Post Master Sr)

02/05/15 09:18 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

^spd-dmn, i was referring to quality of materials.
the course grain leather, and stiff plastics on bottom half of the interior...mind you, the one i sat in was a cabrio. dont know if interior trim is any different on the sedan, or if there are trim levels for the interior.

whatever the case, the material quality was not expected. Here's a car that's like, $50k on the road and is intended to be one of the top models for the a3 line...but the interior is similar to the base a3, or even an a4.

If you sit in an s3, then sit in an s5...you see the materials used are vastly different. OKOKOK i get it, different price point. But audi is known for their interiors, and the s3 doesn't seem to live up to that standard.

Don't get me wrong - i am not bashing the interior styling. infact, i love the dash. I wish the s4 dash was designed like the s3 dash. The guage cluster is so old school proper $\:D$

But from the unsupportive seats, to the leather grain that is so course that it reminds me of the pleather out of a base 3 series...to the plastics used on the door panel. Not what I expected. seriously....sat in that, then proceeded to sit in a gti. i preferred the gti XD at least that car is 15k cheaper! XD

...or call me broken, bc my first audi experience was in an s4. /noob. i expected every interior from audi to be similar in quality and materials. when i sat in an allroad, i was surprised to find that the interior was no where near the same /noob /noob /noob.

It's better than the mustang doe! I give it that! XD

(Post Master Supreme)

02/05/15 09:49 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

ANYTHING is better than the mustang...

(Post Master Sr)

02/05/15 10:31 PM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: Hatorade

ANYTHING is better than the mustang...

incorrect. not the focus HAHAHA

(Post Master Supreme)

02/06/15 10:14 AM

Re: Ford Focus RS

Originally Posted By: Hatorade

ANYTHING is better than the mustang...

Or Acura/Honda Interior? $;\)$