Ford Focus RS Turbo Driving Experiences

First launched in 2009 as part of their second generation of Focus models, the Ford Focus RS Turbo was Ford’s highest performance version of their existing Focus model, which had been a huge success from its launch ten years previously in 1998.

This particular Focus RS Turbo model, in its distinctive bright green livery, is available to book with TrackDays for driving experience packages we offer at our Castle Combe, Elvington and Blyton Park venues.

Given a premiere showcase at the British International Motor Show in 2008, and powered on a 2.3 litre turbocharged Duratec RS engine, the Focus RS Turbo packs out 301 bhp. And with top speeds of 163 mph achievable when you get behind the wheel of this model, you’ll cruise effortlessly from 0 - 60 mph in exactly 6 seconds.

The Focus RS Turbo was widely credited with reigniting popularity and interest in Ford’s RS line of performance cars. Paul Thomas, Ford’s managing director for the UK market, said he was confident it was a sales winner but that even he was surprised at the overwhelmingly positive reaction it had.

The motoring press were equally glowing in their praise of this RS model, with Auto Express magazine particularly noting that its ‘storming performance, amazing handling and grip … make it one mean machine which transforms the Focus from family-friendly motor to a true macho beast.’