Ford Focus RS Mk3
A manual-only, all-wheel-drive RS with a famously playful rear axle.
- Power
- 350 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.6 s
- Top speed
- 165 mph
- Est. value
- $19k–$35k
About the Ford Focus RS Mk3
The third-generation Focus RS brought Ford’s flagship hot hatch to the United States for the first time. A 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive gave it huge cross-country pace, while the standard six-speed manual kept the driver involved. Its selectable Drift mode became an immediate talking point, but the car’s firm ride and sharp responses are just as defining. Production ended with the third-generation Focus in 2018.
Ford Focus RS Mk3 specs
The Ford Focus RS Mk3 produces 350 bhp (261 kW) and 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 165 mph (266 km/h).
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Focus RS |
| Generation | Mk3 |
| Trim | RS |
| Years | 2016–2018 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Country | United States |
| Original price | About $36,000 when new |
| Engine | 2.3L turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,261 cc (2.3 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 350 bhp (261 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 475 Nm (350 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 4.6 s |
| Top speed | 165 mph (266 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,569 kg (3,459 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 223 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Ford Focus RS Mk3 worth?
A typical Ford Focus RS Mk3 is estimated to be worth $19,000 – $35,000 (about £14,000 – £26,000).
Its original price when new was about $36,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ford Focus RS Mk3 rarity in CarSpot
The Ford Focus RS Mk3 is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 21 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ford Focus RS Mk3 fun facts
- The Mk3 was the first Focus RS officially sold in the United States.
- Ford built it at its Saarlouis plant in Germany.
- Its rear drive unit can overspeed the rear wheels to help rotate the car.
