The new all-wheel drive RS, built on the basis of the third generation Focus promises to be the most dynamic in the lineup. Under its hood — 2.3-liter 350-horsepower turbocharged EcoBoost (an upgraded version of the same engine that is the last Mustang), aggregated with a 6-step «mechanics». The first hundred it will be overcome in 4.7 seconds, top speed is limited to 266 km / h.
And, of course, in accordance with the prefix RS, the novelty has sports suspension, aggressive aerodynamic body kit with spoiler, carbon brakes, the corresponding output and 19-inch alloy wheels.
Hot Hatch arrive in showrooms this spring 42 countries. The US model will cost from $ 36 000. In general, Ford's plans to release this year 41 thousand sports cars for the European market (40% more than the previous year) — Focus RS, Focus ST, Fiesta ST and Mustang.
