Turbocharged 2009 Ford Focus RS for Europe
Ford has revealed the 2009 Focus RS that they’re going to launch at this month’s London Motor Show. Along with all the body-kit pieces you see in the photos, the car will pack a 295 hp 2.5L turbo 5-cylinder, using 302 lb-ft of torque through the front wheels, good for 0-60 mph runs under 6 seconds.
The Ford Focus RS is equipped with an innovative front suspension system known as a ‘RevoKnuckle’, which is designed to reduce unwanted steering disturbance and torque steer, since it is a front-wheel-driven vehicle. Torque steer occurs during hard acceleration, cornering or driving on uneven surfaces, when torque on the driven wheels exceeds grips levels. The ‘RevoKnuckle’ works in conjunction with a Quaife Automatic Torque Biasing limited-slip differential to reduce torque steer. All-wheel-drive was not added to save weight.
Other features include a 6-speed manual, 19-inch wheels, 235/35 low profile Continental tires, larger disc brakes, ESP with “off” switch, upgraded interior and the body kit. We believe it will be available in colors other than the incredible green, although it is not coming to the United States.
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