The Best Handling Hot Hatch? 2017 Ford Focus RS POV Drive (Binaural Audio)
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- I'm finally behind the wheel of the Ford Focus RS and it exceeded my expectations on the road.
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"im a small guy, I'm only 5'9" me cries in 5'6
I'm 5'5 but that only means I fit nicely in Miata, Capuccino and Beat.
Don’t feel bad, I’m 6’4 have trouble fitting comfortably in most sports cars :( You can drive everything
Heys it okay, I’m 5’11 can fit it to anything so I feel ya
@@honorhurricane5180 totally forgot to comment this the first time but my friend is 6'7 and can't fit into anything. He drives a charger rt as it's the most spacious muscle car.
meanwhile me in germany at 6'1.5'' thinking im average
This and the GR Yaris will become future classics that collectors will want in 20 years
Seriously, both are sexy and charming drivers hatches
I honestly don't think the mk3 focus RS will be very sought after. It's a good car don't get me wrong, but it's not as liked as the mk2 and not as important as the mk1, and not as successful as the rest of the fast fords
@@BySixa it’s true, it’s not as important as the mk1 & mk2 but the mk3 is way more practical as a daily fun car, I had the chance to test them all and that’s why I took the mk3 😊
@@Walterp0p0d yeah I'm sure it's a great car. I'm glad you enjoy it (:
Yeah it’s “Back To The Future”
This thing is a sledgehammer. I'm always impressed how quickly I can push it through corners. I never wanna get rid of it
That's how i feel about my ST 😭
I'd love this car so much, but the interior is such a dealbreaker...
I have to agree. I feel like you'd want a focus RS to have a special interior but this just looks like an escape.
@@LegitDucks then again, people will say the same thing about the STI. You're just paying for the drivetrain. Shitty excuse but it keeps this from costing 50k.
Lol. I could not care less.
@@drasx THIS GUY HAS A TROLL FACE PROFILE PICTURE IN 2021 💀
It looks like my brothers ST. For what, 15k more? Its sad
I had a 2017 Focus RS sadly sold it. The clutch pedal is very forgiving, it will blip the throttle if you lug the engine while lurching in traffic.
The handling is confidence inspiring to the point were I started being a hooligan behind the wheel. (drifts around corners, doing doughnuts in warehouse parking lots)
So why did you sell it though?
Why sell it?
How reliable was it? Are there things good to learn to drive stick on?
The fact that my base model hatchback focus already handles good with the suspension from the ST and a light steering feel that makes it the most fun I’ve ever had while driving a car. I can only Imagine how awesome the RS is to drive, especially with its IntelligentAWD system.
I really like those 3 dials to the right... reminds me of the nissan Z
btw
imagine checking a comment section and no kids are spamming 1st
2nd
Tedward has a different fan base😉
Still loving EVERY DRIVE I drive my Focus RS. In winter especially the sheer amount of grip, handling and thus driver confidence is simply amazing. Also it's still holding its value very well. Absolutely amazing car. Head turner, rally rocket, pops & bangs all day and so fun to drive. I have zero regrets and I want it forever! I appreciate the simple interior and complete lack of autonomous driver features. It is absolutely a true drivers car.
My dad's got one of these! He very much enjoys it, and it's got nearly 100000 miles no issues! (It's a 2016 too so he got very lucky)
The head gasket issue only affected some 2016s. The later produced ones were fine as they had discovered the issue. The Mustang 2.3 EcoBoost head gasket was used instead of the proper one for the 2.3 RS. They are slightly different
@@rxtuninginc8444 Ours did have the mustang 2.3 eco boost head gasket, we just got lucky before it was swapped
6:51 a wild gtr is spotted :o
So glad I picked up my 2017 RS a few years ago, right before the crazy pandemic pricing. Only 25k on the clock and still holding it's value. Not that I'd ever sell it! It's a blast everywhere you drive it. Not mention how badass it is in the winter with snow tires. Fun tip: Drift mode + snow. Subscribed! Love the content man.
Another thing about the focus that no one really mentions is the sound system in it the speakers pack a nice punch especially on the bass!
I hate the speakers but I don't like stock systems anyway.
@@TheDealer6373 the last focus we had in the family was a 2017 ST line and the stock speakers in that was decent
@@lewis589 That came stock with a Sony 10 or 8 sub? That system sounded way better than mine.
@@TheDealer6373 yeah that’s the one
These are amazing to push, this is the closest we’ve gotten to a modern EVO. True rear biased AWD and will rotate with throttle. Not the fastest in it’s category, but the most fun imo and that’s what should be most important
Its not rear biased. Its fwd biased.
@@davidgul5394 Depends what mood you’re in 🚘 rs
@@davidgul5394 Comparatively to Haldex or an AWD system locked to 40/60 split the RS has a much better system. When you drive it you get a clear feeling that the rear wheels are getting power and you can use the throttle to rotate the car, like a RWD car. Although the engine is mounted transversely the way the car manages the distribution of power is nothing like most other FWD based systems.
@@Backroad-Bomber lol a 40/60 is definitely better its actually rwd biased.
@@davidgul5394 A 10% bias between the front and rear wheels is not enough to induce power oversteer in the dry, that’s talking from experience. The Focus RS has an atypical AWD system with real torque vectoring. There’s a drift mode and it will send more than 60% of the power to the rear, the RS can do real donuts. Many cars offer AWD but few do it right in the eyes of the enthusiast. STI’s with the DCCD adjusted to the rear, EVO’s with AYC, and B7 and up RS Audi’s are some of the few that have RWD biased dynamics. Cars are more than what is written on paper, this is how those AWD systems feel
3:14 Heart stopped, thought that was a cop, lol.
Same
Loving the recently vids Tedward keep it up!
Thank you!
it's so upsetting that ford does not want to produce this car anymore. NFS Underground
Edit: to be more clear, This is the car that could compete with the Japanese Drift Missile/Racer Market, and Ford decides to drop it because "we need save money :( "
I love everything about the RS except for the interior
Fiesta ST > Focus RS
Coming from someone who sold their RS and bought a fiesta
Nice smooth sound of a turbo charged ford, and beautiful new england scenery. I love this video.
Its an amazing powertrain. My new '20 Ranger XLT FX4 has a beefed up version of this smoooooth motor an it scoots!
TheTopher is an Alpina B7, and Tedward is an AMG Hammer
Haha he is far more gentle as a human than I
Ford made a mistake by taking this car out of production 😭😭😭
No one was buying it
The Focus RS has been my dream hot hatch for many years now, it looks really good too.
I wish I could buy this where I lived
at 4:44 you can't stall the car, because when you release the clutch, it give's a little bit of gas to not stall..
haha I noticed and it intervened really nicely! I don't think a passenger would have noticed my mistake
@@TedwardDrives yeah. My dad has the same car but not the RS.
You definitely can stall the car lmao
@@phnx7739 you can stall, just a little harder to stall
I love that focus it’s hot as hell 😎
Trying find a clean used one now. They rare an pricey.
I'll take a nitrous blue one of these any day. It looks like the seating position is pretty high up from the video though
Yes the seat is definitely undesirably high but it doesn’t ruin the car
I want Ford to bring back the Sonic Blue they had for the SVT lineup.
I have a Focus RS and a Fiesta ST. I honestly believe the Fiesta handles better.
i belive ur drunk
The newer Fiesta ST has slower lap times then the RS.
The Ford Focus in general is a very good car. At least I think. I have a 2008 Ford Focus SES, and it handles VERY well for a family car. I've been able to run it at 90 mph along a 55-mph freeway turn without losing significant traction, thanks to its front AND rear anti-roll bars. It may not be the fastest car, but they sure are a joy to drive! I think the fact that the 2008 Focus has a stiff steering is a plus, as it makes it harder to make unintentional steering corrections - it kinda forces you to be precise in cornering, and reduces the chance that loss of traction or bumps will rip the steering wheel from your grip. And the engine - my gosh - it can last a LONG time.
Interior is just so bad.
Yup. Worst interior in the segment. Even the Chevy cruze had a nicer interior.
You’re killing the game man, keep it up
Thanks!
You are very articulate about the vehicles you review. Keeps me coming back. You can persuade me to buy any car 🤣
Sadly there will never be another hot hatch from Ford here in the US ever again, sometimes I regret not getting a Fiesta ST.
I love my Fiesta ST, good coilovers are a must.
Got me a focus st, love it to death
Get one. They're very cheap used.
i had an MK8 new from the dealer for a year and then sold it again.
the handling was great but overall it wasnt that great in my opinion.
@@stefan2566 MK8 never made it to murica
Well hello there Tedward.
I've always been very curious about the Focus RS. It seems like such a fun car and looks great! I definitely want to get behind the wheel to experience it for myself.
The european models, top specs ones even in non RS or ST configuration are very sporty and fun to drive. The 4 wheel suspension does its job well on B roads and the engines are fairy quick to respond to accelerations. The 1.5 petrol 182hp is a very nice combo between comfort, daily driver and sportivity/fun. Sadly it is a 3 cyl now not 4 as rhe 1.6 used to be. Cheers
Definitely worth it
As someone who has owned one for 3 years now it was my dream when I saw the MKII and I get a smile every time I drive mine. Especially in the mountains.
Is literally the best weapon for any mountain
@@stonerjoshua6848 Would you recommend an RS for someone who wants to learn to drive stick, and wants something unique and fun, but not so unique that it's a nightmare to find parts for? I'm looking for something practical, fun to drive, reasonably reliable (not lasting half a million miles reliable, but can make it to 150k or so without a ton of massive issues reliable) good looking, fun to mod, and enjoyable to own. As a massive Ford fan, finding a Ford that meets these requirements would be ideal.
It sounds like the focus RS is a blast to own, I'm just worried about maintenance and repair costs, how forgiving it would be to learn manual on, and what it would be like to live with.
It seems like worst case scenario, the engine isn't super expensive to replace, it's about $4,500 - $6,000 and fully built new focus RS motors seem to be around $8,900. By modern standards, that's not terrible.
Makes me miss my RS. What a machine, the perfect AWD car.
Same here. I regret selling mine 😥
@@ericd1632 Yeah, I ended up totaling mine, ended up getting a GT3. Will be buying an RS in the future, amazing and safe car man.
I have an '18. The 16/17 model years came with the Mustang 2.3ltr head gasket and they work until they fail. 16/17's also came with slightly stiffer shocks. That '17 should have a stage 1 tune, it really wakes up the motor and is completely safe. You'd enjoy that more as well as Cup 2 tires which were an option for all years. Take another example out for a new video.
around what mileage does that gasket go for the 16 17 years
@@koopspook there was a worldwide call for replacement of those if you owned the focus so do not worry, they should be all replaced if it didnt blow before the call already
I have a 17 do you recommend just going strait for the tune get any thing first. Also the Cobb accessport?
What doesn’t work until it fails lol
How reliable are the 2018s? I'm not expecting something that's gonna last 300k miles, very few cars do, and none of them are the fun ones. But if they're pretty reliable up until about 150k give or take, I'll be happy.
I've test driven some manual cars, but am still a beginner. I learned on an STI, and then test drove some ST's. To be honest, I couldn't really feel the bite point all that well on the ST's, while the STI was more noticeable. I feel like the consistency of that aggressive bite point on the STI helped get some muscle memory to avoid stalling. Is there a clear difference in clutch feel between the ST and RS? Would you still recommend it for beginners?
At this point I'm looking to spend around 35k, the RS makes the most sense to me since I'm also in MA, and frequently go snowboarding. My other pick would be the new z coming out, but I wouldn't want to get that suited up at 40k+ new. Plus, i don't think it would do well in the snow lol.
In my head I was like "these roads look awfully familiar" then you say Massachusetts, then it all clicked lol
Love that you left the digital speedometer in view, LOL. On the seats, the heated Recaros fit me perfectly (5"11, 175lbs) whether it's a 10 minute drive or 10 hours.
I always found the lumbar support to be lacking. Like my spine is curving into the seat lol. Nothing a pillow couldn’t fix on a long drive though
@@TedwardDrives there is a button for electronically adjustable lumbar near the rest of the seat controls. I have a 17 in NB up in Canada. Nice video.
Yeah lumbar is no problem in these seats because it's adjustable. I'm 5'9 165 and the seats fit me perfectly on long or short drives. It's the stiff stock suspension on the 2016-2017 that will get you on the long trips, not the seats.
I can't imagine the seats to be very comfortable for the +200lb folks.
6:50....GT-R makes a cameo
6:23 I bought one of these new in 2017 and still drive it today, and you are definitely correct here! If I'm driving in normal mode, it takes near full throttle to rev match 3-2.
Still own it? Have you had any problems with it? I got 55k miles and thinking about selling it. Ford treats its customers like dogs and its hard to find ford dealers that will actually do their job when working on it. Had to many issues for a new car.
Gtr at 6:54?
Not many realize that the rear wheels are oversped by 1.5% relative to the fronts. I'm 5'11" and the Recaro shells are great for long trips.
To anyone reading this, if you want your RS to last do not tune it with stage 1 unless youre doing internal work. Keep it stock
stage 1 isnt gnna hurt ur focus rs stop it lol
My brother just bought a race red a few months ago and he loves it. Such a machine
“I’m not passing anybody, why would I be in any lane than the right?” Instant like and sub ❤
I bought a 2018 & it's a wonderful car, for the right person.
Now that you've driven the ST/RS trio, how do you feel they compare to each other?
STs can't get the power down, doesn't inspire confidence at all at full clap on twisty roads, also the steering goes light and is almost unpredictable. It's almost the same with the Golf GTi compared to the R. Although the Focus RS almost solves the power/steering issues when giving it the beans. Personally i think a Golf R is a much better driving experience all round.
I love all generations of Focus RS ♥️🏁🚘
Watching your video made me finnaly decide to get an Rs ill be selling my wrx to get one! Thank you 😊
@amirmanibmanampan159 Small guy as in skinny dude ..I am 5’9” and 190lbs…I’m not a small guy but I’m not super tall I’m just above average height but I work out so I try to keep meat on me…..I don’t think he was referring to height
I got an 2015 se I don’t like hatchbacks but I this little thing made me love it I am looking to add a turbo, new exhaust, new headlights, rims, and maybe get a new clutch if it needs to be replaced the original owner kept the car in immaculate condition with just a tiny bit of rust 207,592 miles actually before she gave it to me she put new tires new brakes and changed the oil as a present for getting my license and being certified to be a mechanic so any other recommendations for my car
You wouldn't have happened to borrowed this car from a gentleman named William or Liam would you? Because if you did, I'm buying this exact car this week 😂
I ended up getting a 9th gen civic Si, more affordable to me but I do really like the Focus RS's. I definitely considered trying to buy one for a while.
It's a shame Ford stopped selling these and other small cars in the U.S. Enjoyed your review. BTW, was this recorded during deer hunting season? So many cars parked along those rural roads, what are they up to?
All the reviews I see are the every day RS and this one is the same. I bought a limited edition RS in 2018 and never looked back.
On the track, VW R, WRX, STI good-by. Ok the ride is a bit stiff on the street. But what do you want ? They built it for one thing. to continue the RS legend and it does. No other manufactures holds that title. Now.....RS....RIP. Good-by to a legacy !
I have a focus ST and my dads getting a project car focus RS to rebuild and I can’t wait to drive it! Seems so fun
On a dry Track the Civic Type R is better handling. If it's damp advantage focus because 4WD.
You should make a video teaching us how to drive manual.
I will soon. There are so many great videos out there that unless I can do it better Its not worth making. I think I need to find the perfect car to teach
those cars never get to my country
This was our first RS in the states. it was a huge deal!
The skinny wheel makes it feel like a cheap ford focus rental car... Well that makes sense... Its a ford focus...
My dream car
sadly they are still too expensive for my budget and soon theyll be banned alltogether because global waming or something
I pick up mine tomorrow! 2018 in race red. Couldn’t be more excited!
How is it? I get mine on Friday, has a Mountune fitted also, can't sleep I'm so excited :D
@@vaiman7777 2 months in and absolutely no regrets here! Such an insanely fun car to drive. Congrats on your purchase. If you’re on Reddit, the focus rs sub is pretty active. and also the forum is quite active.
@@Fast-Alex Thanks for the info mate! Glad you are enjoying it. It might be gone, but we'll keep it's spirit going :)
The RS is beautiful on the outside but the inside is BORING. They could have made the dash and steering wheel a lot sportier
If yall wanna see a cheap interior go sit in an 04 Focus. This looks like a luxury car compared to that. Although I can't get over how cramped I felt sitting in the newer Focus. Still a great handling car though.
Huh? The regular Focus from 2004 was a compact economy car, what do you expect? Some people make me want to mash my head into the wall with the sheer stupidity that these mouth breathers come up with.
RIP Ford Focus. 😔
Focus is still made and sold outside of the US.
Can u do a veloster N dct. Those are the hot hatches right now that no ones talking abiut
I did actually learn to drive manual on my buddy's RS, super fun car to drive. I am hoping to get a Fiesta ST for my first car soon.
Fiesta ST is a great first car. It is also a bad first car because seller’s remorse is real with these cars, even if you move on to a more powerful car.
Is the clutch super heavy/tricky? That's the main thing in terms of learning manual I'm nervous about. My only experience with a manual thus far was a 70s/80s Chevy blazer where you'd put all your body weight into trying to push the clutch and it wouldn't budge.
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Unfortunate you didn’t drive a 2018 with the lsd. My LE feels night and day compared to a 2017 model.
Your car has the ver2 and ver3 revised struts that make a huge difference. I swapped the front out to the newer ones and my car rides so much better.
Is it just me or this guy sounds just like the marvel character Ant-Man? 😂
every car should have the bmw start stop button so that we can disable auto start stop easily
ppl talk about the interior its not that bad the evo x was horrible interior but it drove so good this rs handles and drives better and interior is way better than it to idk why ppl crying the interior isnt that bad u get heated steering wheel lol great seats it drives so goood makes up for it
Don't sleep on this OR the Focus ST. Both of those cars are some of the best ford has made in the last couple of years.
Depending on how reliable the focus RS is, I'm highly considering getting one.
The interior is really nice wth? From the nice Recaros to Sony sound it's great
I learned stick on my fathers 2012 focus... I ended up inheriting the car and I absolutely loved it!!
Is the ST fun also?
If you like FWD, it's a blast
my dream car
these cars are a billion times better with a tune!
The cluster moving when getting in the car is the fuel pump who is arming ;)
Edit: turn ac off when pounding it= the full power, since AC steals about 7-10%
The fly wheel is double massed, heavier qnd more inertia that s why it was a bit difficult to stall
lol why does that electrical signal trigger the needles!
@@TedwardDrives just a preparation for driving thing, the european models do the same :) plus on top of that is an anti theft feature
Civic type R is more ricer friendly.
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6:51 just a casual gtr lol wonder if anybody noticed
and ur on snow tires put some ps4s on there and the grip is insane u can take turns at 100 lol its one of best handling cars made. and exhaust sounds good from factory and jus add stage 1 tune and it feels so much faster this is a raw sti like hatch one of only fords i like a instant classic im keeping mine forever . taking the rs with sticky tires on twistys is so addicting u jus wanna drive on backroads all day everyday
exactly lol ted gtta drive it again on ps4s the grip and handling is insane on the rs
So what’s the deal everybody? Why does Honda and now Toyota get all the praise when this vehicle is well liked. Put the pressure on Ford to bring this thing back and don’t settle for less. Their powers and bean counters are simply out of touch - people still desire cars like these so they still should be produced POINT BLANK!
That interior is so ordinary.. too bad i was thinking of getting one.
Love your vids keep it up and happy 100,000 subscribers
If you ever get the chance to try out the Hyundai Veloster N, I think you will enjoy that too. I have not experienced it personally but I have heard nothing but good things about the vehicle.
I’ve only driven it on track. I’d like to get one to play with on the street and learn it’s behavior as regular user
@@TedwardDrives How was it on the track??
1 of the best in my opinion 🔥🔥🔥
That thing sounds meaty
Did anyone notice the gtr in the background?
"Front wheel drive biased"? Doesn't the car allow you to adjust the power split to be rear biased? Additionally can't you only get at max of 50% in the front?
As a daily, Id personally get a Golf R over this. Almost as much power, and a better interior
definitely the easier car to live with but nowhere near as fun to drive
You buy one?
I can't wait till I can afford one
Always shocks me to hear things like "learn how to drive stick on a Focus RS". Over here in Europe, 350hp is *a lot*. Most cars do 0-60mph in 9-12 seconds...
you're not alone lmao, but there slow car are auto! So learn the manual is not like learn to drive your first car.
I think it might be hard to find a car that slow here? 6 second range has become very common. Even some pickups and SUVs can do that now.
@@VAspeed3 that's because cars in America are cheap as hell, so average people can get the top models
I miss my st so much sold it for a Bronco Sport Badlands, and I kinda just wish I upgraded to the RS.
I live the rs so much but sadly out of my price range. I would say maybe one day but the price seems to be going up on them...lol.
Don’t forget about GLA45 AMG 14-19 gen, if they brought the A45s, beast
if you want a car for fun for this price... would you buy this one? or a mustang or other segment similar car or an old cayman.....
Miata is always the answer