Far too long have we been waiting for the new Ford Focus RS . It’s time to meet the third generation Focus more powerful and radical, a new generation that finally welcomes the AWD and welcomes engine 315 horses power.
It appears as the most radical history Focus RS , and does so with a suit that will not leave anyone indifferent. Start all for a front bumper with large air intakes for cooling dimensions all the mechanics, but also to provide fresh brakes will now have to work harder air.
Back amending almost completely the appearance of a simple Focus, hosting a new diffuser , a bumper with new ribs but above all, a dual exhaust and roof spoiler seems taken directly from the previous generation of sport compact. New tires close the set. What we miss are some flared fins enbrutezcan a little car.
Inside the basic design of the standard Focus, which has acquired more Sports and exclusive details, plus the logos of the new RS version is collected. The greatest novelty lies in some backet type seats signed by Recaro . A new sports steering wheel or a specific table is complemented by indicators on the top of the dashboard is also installed.
The engine that drives this new Ford Focus RS is but 2.3 Ecoboost also gives life to the Mustang. Block 2.3 supercharged four-cylinder power porpone 315 horses. Best of all is that there is only sent to the front axle as before happened.
has a AWD system designed specifically for this model . Therefore, the moron seeks efficiency but also fun when we see that is capable of sending up to 70% of the force to the rear axle . It is also able to send a different torque at each wheel of the rear axle, even 100% to one wheel. The mechanical assembly is linked to a manual 6-speed transmission.
On the other hand, the chassis has been tuned with a new set of stiffer suspensions while we worked on the rigidity of the structure. The ride height is also reduced to lower the center of gravity and provide better cornering, precisely one of the main features of the car.
The address has been another point to care, with more direct and agile handling. As the brakes, but Ford does not explain what system houses, is a high performance team. Tires Michelin Pilot Super Sport shall maintain the car to the ground, but optionally may opt for a more aggressive Pilot Sport Cup 2 .
The 2016 Ford Focus RS will be presented to the public in the next Geneva , in just one month. However, it will be a global model, Prime Focus RS to reach more European markets also a firm commitment from Ford to increase and globalize its signature sport.
Source – Ford
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