2016 Focus RS
07-09-2015, 03:29 PM
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07-09-2015, 04:06 PM
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07-09-2015, 10:42 PM
#29
Thanks to all the stupid safety features (not saying they are THAT stupid) ... I think that's what makes them weigh a ton. Who knows. Alls I know is Chevy has no answer. RIP
07-09-2015, 11:41 PM
#31
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Right it's not the makers fault they weight a ton safety plays a big role. With all these recalls for safety it's making them add extra safety features haha
07-10-2015, 07:28 AM
#32
STi and EVO are 3,4xx and 3,5xx lbs if I remember correctly so they aren't exactly lightweight. I doubt this will be over 3,700 lbs but even if it is, 200 lbs more with 345 hp still gives it a superior power to weight ratio and that extra poundage can easily be offset with the suspension. I have no doubt that this will have no problem blowing either out of the water. Giving this 35 hp more than the Mustang means that Ford didn't hold back for anything.
07-10-2015, 08:29 AM
#33
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STi and EVO are 3,4xx and 3,5xx lbs if I remember correctly so they aren't exactly lightweight. I doubt this will be over 3,700 lbs but even if it is, 200 lbs more with 345 hp still gives it a superior power to weight ratio and that extra poundage can easily be offset with the suspension. I have no doubt that this will have no problem blowing either out of the water. Giving this 35 hp more than the Mustang means that Ford didn't hold back for anything.
07-10-2015, 11:11 AM
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I dont know if its the safety features that add all the extra weight. I'd lean towards the luxury additions. Look at the cobalt vs cruse weights, they safety features aren't all that different and they weight at least 200lbs more
07-10-2015, 01:59 PM
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07-10-2015, 03:11 PM
#38
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Lol they keep changing it. I still believe they will come in around 800lbs heavier than a LNF Balt which is going to dilute that 345 hp a bit. If they come in a decent price not 3700lbs and decently fast I will consider one. I keep thinking a 40K price tag is likely.
07-12-2015, 04:10 PM
#39
Could be all the luxury bs as well adding to the weight haha. All I know is my iron block v8 car weighs less :O lol
08-09-2015, 05:35 PM
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I'm actually buying one of these. Can't wait! Still waiting on ford to open up preorders in my area. This is going to be a 500+hp motor stock internals all freaking day long. So exciting to see ford step it up and smash the hot hatch scene with an "american" sport hatch. Also, ford confirmed releasing multiple tuner maps and a high aftermarket pool for the focus. And maintain the warrenty. I cannot find it online though...
08-09-2015, 08:37 PM
#43
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If this car delivers what is promised at a less than $35K price I will be picking one up and I know SCT or someone will have tuning support for it ASAP so I will tune it and see what it can do on the stock turbo. They made a 2.3T 3700lb mustang run 11.8 at 115 with just a tune and slicks (I believe it made 353 whp on 93) The focus should make more power tuned and should be quicker because of its larger turbo and awd.
08-09-2015, 10:36 PM
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2016 Focus RS
Originally Posted by umrdyldo
same reason people buy STI or Evo. Very different cars.
08-10-2015, 08:32 AM
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the RS will def be a new 4cyl car ill be afraid of on the highways unless im big turbo lol. that thing is def gonna move out nice. i just found out that the 2015 evo x doesnt come with the recaro seats. it comes with basic lancer seats!! wtf mitsubishi lol
