Ford Focus RS
The Ford Focus RS is a five-seat estate powered by a 2.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 252 kW. First produced in 2000, it measures 4,392 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,545 kg. The model achieved a top speed of 244 km/h and accumulated 17 recalls in EU Safety Gate and 36 recalls in the NHTSA database.
| Manufacturer | Ford |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2000 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Kerb weight | 1,293 kg |
| Displacement | 2,035 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Top speed | 244 km/h |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,194 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,830 mm |
| Height | 1,463 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Ford Focus RS (from registration data). 6 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 9.4 l/100 km | 2000–2008 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 8.9 l/100 km | 2000–2008 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.5 l/100 km | 2002–2004 |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 11.8 l/100 km | 2003 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | – | 10 l/100 km | 2003–2004 |
| 2.3 l · 4-cyl | Petrol | Manual | – | 9.9 l/100 km | 2003–2007 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Other Ford models
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Common problems & reliability
US owners have filed 1,585 complaints for the Ford Focus RS, most often about power train, engine, fuel/propulsion system, engine and engine cooling. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Ford Focus RS in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Ford recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Ford Focus RS?
- The Ford Focus RS has a rated top speed of 244 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Ford Focus RS?
- The Ford Focus RS is 4,194 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,463 mm tall.
- How much does the Ford Focus RS weigh?
- The Ford Focus RS has a kerb weight of about 1,293 kg.
- How many seats does the Ford Focus RS have?
- The Ford Focus RS has 5 seats.