2009 Ford Focus RS Packing 301hp – Will It Come To The U.S.?
May 22, 2009 by Larry
Filed under Automotive, Featured, Ford
The Ford Focus RS is a serious contender when put up against other hot pocket rockets rooming the streets of Europe and America.
You will not find any Ford Focus RS’s in the states just yet. Rumors are starting to circulate about Fords new “Fast” (no pun intended VW) coming to America.
2009 Ford Focus RS
The Ford Focus RS’s architect, Jost Capito, actually works in Detroit holding a position as head of Ford’s global performance division… if there is such an “official” department for that now. We recently posted images of the Ford Focus RS out in on the streets of Royal Oak, Michigan. Maybe it was Jost Capito’s car? Some automotive enthusiasts speculate that the Focus RS will be brought to the US after the release of the next generation Focus, which is due out next year. Is it really worth the wait for a 2.5-liter turbo charged 5-cyl. 300+hp front wheel drive Ford Focus hatchback? Sure, we might have to take a trip to Europe to find out.
2009 Ford Focus RS Specs
- Base Price: $36,500
- Drivetrain: Turbocharged 2.5-liter Inline 5-cylinder; FWD; 301-hp; 325-lb-ft torque; 6-speed manual.
- Curb Weight: 3,234 lbs.
- 0-60 mph: 5.9 seconds (manufacturer estimate)
- Fuel Economy: 30mpg (Europe)
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Josee on Fri, 22nd May 2009 6:56 pm
I am the marketing manager for LimousinesWorld.com where we transform Ford Expeditions into luxury Mobile Offices. I like the fact that Ford is making an effort to compete furiously with other automakers. I drive a 2009 Ford Explorer and love it.
Go Ford!
Sue @ Used Cars on Tue, 9th Jun 2009 3:20 am
This is really a hot looking little car, the only problem is that they were released here but out petrol pump does not fit into the hole for the tank and one as to use a funnel in order to get the petrol into the tank.