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Ford Focus RS (2002-2003) review
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At a glance
| Price new | £19,940 |
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| Road tax cost | £415 |
| Insurance group | 34 |
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| Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
| Range | 339 miles |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Pros & cons
PROS
Attractive, exclusive and exciting
CONS
Needs concentration to drive quickly
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Overview
The Focus RS was only built for a short period of time, limiting numbers to little more than a couple of thousand in the UK. It may lack the Cosworth badge many buyers were hoping to see, but it’s still viewed as a Ford classic, not least because it looks fantastic and is very exciting to drive. Clean used examples hold their value well, but the even-more-powerful second generation Focus ST – although not as exclusive – is arguably more tempting for buyers of fast Fords.
Review contents
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Overview Currently reading
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Practicality & safety
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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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Ownership cost
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