Auto Express – Ford Focus RS vs Audi RS3 vs Volkswagen Golf R – Video

 

Ford’s new Focus RS has arrived and is ready to ask big questions of all its hot hatch rivals, including the Audi RS3 and VW Golf R. Road test editor James Disdale thinks it’s time to settle the argument with one of the most anticipated car group tests of 2016!

2016 Ford Focus RS Specs:

BASE PRICE:$36,605

ENGINE TYPE:turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, direct fuel injection

DISPLACEMENT:138 cu in, 2261 cc
Power: 350 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 350 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm

TRANSMISSION:6-speed manual

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 104.3 in
Length: 172.8 in
Width: 71.8 in Height:58.0 in
Passenger volume: 91 cu ft
Cargo volume: 20 cu ft
Curb weight (C/D est):3400 lb

PERFORMANCE (C/DEST):
Zero to 60 mph: 4.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 11.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 13.2 sec
Top speed: 165 mph

FUEL ECONOMY (C/DEST):
EPA city/highway driving: 17/23 mpg