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Ford Focus RS Mk2 RS

Headline trim: RS500 — 350 bhp, 0-62 in 5.6s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
350 bhp
0–60
5.6 s
Top speed
165 mph
MPG
25 mpg (US)
Used
$36,000-$76,000

Strengths

  • Volvo-derived 2.5 I5 turbo
  • RevoKnuckle suspension
  • RS500 limited edition

Weaknesses

  • Timing belt service
  • Front-wheel torque-steer
  • RS500 collectability

Notable tech

  • C1 platform
  • Volvo-derived 2.5 turbo I5 (Duratec RS)
  • 6MT only
  • FWD with RevoKnuckle (limits torque-steer)
  • RS / RS500 trims (RS500 limited to 500 cars)

Common issues

  • Volvo I5 timing belt
  • RevoKnuckle wear
  • RS500 premium

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk2 RS's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

Pick two engines to compare
Focus RS 2.5 turbo I5
BHP305
Torque440 Nm
0–605.9 s
Top163 mph
MPG (US)25 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT
Focus RS500 2.5 turbo I5
BHP350
Torque460 Nm
0–605.6 s
Top165 mph
MPG (US)25 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT