2017 Ford Focus RS: Horsepower, Torque, and 0–60 Times

A 350-hp, 5-door rocket ready to take on the snow and ice.

Mirabel, QC – Few production hatchbacks can come close to the driving prowess of the 2017 Ford Focus RS. Powered by a 2.3L engine making a whopping 350 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, paired with an all-wheel drive and tight, sporty suspension developed by Ford Performance, the Focus RS is arguably the pinnacle of performance hatches on the market right now.

Related – 2017 Ford Focus RS Review (our full review)

blue 2017 Focus RS parked in the snow front view
2017 Ford Focus RS (Amee Reehal)
Spec2017 Ford Focus RS
Engine2.3L Turbocharged Inline-4 (EcoBoost)
Horsepower350 hp
Torque350 lb-ft
Transmission6-Speed Manual
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Dynamic Torque Vectoring
0–60 mph4.6 seconds (approx.)
Top Speed165 mph (266 km/h)
Curb Weight≈ 3,459 lbs (1,569 kg)
MSRP (when new)$36,120 USD (approx.)

Behind the wheel, it’s clear this rocket is made for the track; the RS-exclusive 2.3L EcoBoost inline-4 engine provides a broad, flat torque curve with maximum torque through the powerband for sustained acceleration.

2017 Ford Focus RS headlight
2017 Ford Focus RS (Amee Reehal)

Paired with Launch Control (allowing driver to hold a high launch rpm for maximum off-the-line performance) and the RS-specific 6-speed manual tranny (enhanced to match the performance characteristics of the EcoBoost engine), the 2017 Focus RS will handle the track twisties with confidence.

2017 Ford Focus RS rear driving
2017 Ford Focus RS (Amee Reehal)

For more control and flexible driving dynamics, the AWD is tuned to work with four available drive modes: Normal, Sport, Track, and Drift.

Inside the 2017 Ford Focus RS

2017 Ford Focus RS interior front
2017 Ford Focus RS (Amee Reehal)

The Focus RS doesn’t try to be plush. Instead, it’s all about purpose. The cabin feels tight, driver-focused, and built for business, with just enough comfort to make daily use tolerable between track days. Recaro sport seats dominate the cockpit, holding you firmly in place through aggressive cornering, while the flat-bottom steering wheel, metal pedals, and RS badging remind you this isn’t your average hatch.

2017 Ford Focus RS centre stack interior
2017 Ford Focus RS (Amee Reehal)

Materials are lean and sporty rather than luxurious, but the details are well executed from the carbon-fiber-style trim to the blue contrast stitching that runs throughout. Tech and connectivity are handled by Ford’s SYNC 3 infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen, offering Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. It’s functional, modern, and intuitive, even if the ride and road noise constantly remind you that this car’s priority is performance, not peace and quiet.

Key Interior Features & Specs:

  • Recaro sport seats with leather and microfiber inserts
  • Flat-bottom, leather-wrapped steering wheel with RS logo
  • Carbon-fiber-style interior accents
  • Blue contrast stitching throughout cabin
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • SYNC 3 infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • 10-speaker Sony premium audio system
  • Alloy sport pedals
  • Rear 60/40 split-folding seats

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