Ford RS200
The purpose-built Group B icon that redefined Ford's rally ambitions.
- Power
- 250 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.0 s
- Top speed
- 142 mph
- Est. value
- $250k–$450k
About the Ford RS200
The Ford RS200 was a bespoke homologation special designed from the ground up for the FIA Group B rally category. Unlike its rivals which often shared DNA with production models, the RS200 featured a unique mid-engine layout and a composite body designed by Ghia. Its chassis, engineered by Formula 1 veterans Tony Southgate and John Wheeler, utilised a complex four-wheel-drive system with three viscous-coupling differentials. While the road-going 1.8-litre Cosworth BDT engine was detuned for reliability, the car remains a pinnacle of 1980s engineering, though the cancellation of Group B in 1986 limited its competitive legacy.
Ford RS200 specs
The Ford RS200 produces 250 bhp (186 kW) and 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.0 seconds and has a top speed of 142 mph (229 km/h).
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | RS200 |
| Trim | 1.8 Turbo |
| Years | 1984–1986 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 200 built |
| Engine | 1.8-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,803 cc (1.8 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 250 bhp (186 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 280 Nm (207 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.0 s |
| Top speed | 142 mph (229 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,180 kg (2,601 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 212 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 RS200 worth?
A typical Ford RS200 is estimated to be worth $250,000 – $450,000 (about £186,000 – £336,000).
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 RS200 rarity in CarSpot
The Ford RS200 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 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 RS200 fun facts
- The RS200's doors, windscreen, and rear lights were sourced from the Ford Sierra to save on development costs and maintain a corporate look.
- The car features a unique twin-damper setup at each wheel, a design choice intended to provide maximum suspension travel and durability for rally stages.
- Though 200 units were required for homologation, it is widely believed that only 144 to 148 complete cars were ever fully assembled before the project was halted.
