Ford Focus RS (09-10) - Review Review by Dan Harrison on 02 March 2009 Last Updated: 02 July 2010 This is the Focus that Ford originally claimed it would never build – a limited run 300bhp super-hatch. Ford's thrown everything at it to ensure this is the ultimate Focus and the fastest Ford on offer. It makes no apologies for what it is, with a huge twin-blade spoiler at the back, an extreme bodykit and serious performance from a turbocharged 2.5-litre engine. To underline this, the RS badge is visible from every angle. It offers scintillating performance and is unmatched in its ability on the road. However, with a £25,000 price tag, many buyers will find the cheaper ST fulfils their needs. But for others, only the 300bhp on offer from the RS will truly hit the spot. 4.5 out of 5 Other Ford reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £28,475 - £36,187 Used price range: £17,139 - £32,928 View all used prices Get a Ford Focus RS (09-10) information pack Next steps Ford Focus RS cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 21 models like this for sale, starting at £16,995. Find used Ford Focus RSs for sale Breathtaking performance, everyday practicality Options can push new price to £28,000, no easy seat-height adjustment This is the Focus that Ford originally claimed it would never build – a limited run 300bhp super-hatch. Ford's thrown everything at it to ensure this is the ultimate Focus and the fastest Ford on offer. It makes no apologies for what it is, with a huge twin-blade spoiler at the back, an extreme bodykit and serious performance from a turbocharged 2.5-litre engine. To underline this, the RS badge is visible from every angle. It offers scintillating performance and is unmatched in its ability on the road. However, with a £25,000 price tag, many buyers will find the cheaper ST fulfils their needs. But for others, only the 300bhp on offer from the RS will truly hit the spot. Driving & Performance Performance 5 out of 5"The RS has an upgraded version of the 2.5-litre turbocharged engine found in the ST. It produces..." Handling 5 out of 5"The manner in which the Focus RS copes with 300bhp being fed through the front wheels is nothing..." Comfort Comfort 3.5 out of 5"Whereas the standard Focus is a five-seater, the RS only seats four. There are just two belts in the..." Practicality 3.5 out of 5"Open the hatch at the back and you could be looking into the boot of any Focus. And that’s a good..." Equipment 4 out of 5"All RS models have Recaro sports seats that can be trimmed in either green or blue, depending on the..." Behind the wheel 4.5 out of 5"The Recaro sports seat grips the driver in place when the car is being driven quickly, yet -..." Costs Running costs 3 out of 5"The RS may have almost supercar levels of performance, but it doesn’t have the running costs to..." Green credentials 3 out of 5"When considered in the context of its performance, the RS performs well. It may emit 225g/km of CO2,..." Safety & Reliability Safety 4.5 out of 5"The RS has a five-star Euro NCAP crash test safety rating like the standard Focus hatchback. It also..." Reliability 4.5 out of 5"Some buyers may be surprised to know that, despite being a high performance car and fitted with a..." Buying & Selling Buying new 4 out of 5"List prices compare well with other cars that produce 300bhp, meaning buyers get a lot of power for..." Buying used 4 out of 5"The RS is available as a three-door only, with a choice of just three colours, a vivid green, white..." Selling 5 out of 5"A cult following means that there should always be a steady flow of buyers for the RS and any advert..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Ford Focus RS (09-10) 2.5 RS 3d 5 out of 5 “ Errrrmmmmm who cares ......... ” Liam Crathorne Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Ford Focus cars for sale We have 21 models like this for sale. Find Ford Focus cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures