Review: 2016 Ford Focus RS

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  • I review the 2016 Ford Focus RS! What do you guys think about it? Huge thanks to Will for letting me review his car!
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  • @dougbradley5550
    @dougbradley5550 Před 8 lety +493

    I love how all the Sti owners make assumptions about this car having never driven it, then go to the comment section to get their assumptions affirmed by other Sti owners who've never driven it.

    • @daphenom45
      @daphenom45 Před 8 lety +8

      *every CZcams vid about any car with other competitors there just to make themselves feel better about their cars; its so annoying lol

    • @dougbradley5550
      @dougbradley5550 Před 8 lety

      daphenom45 That too!

    • @PolarArctica
      @PolarArctica Před 8 lety +6

      I own a Subaru Legacy GT and STi owners are some of the most insecure people I've met in terms of their car lol. The Focus RS can put up a really good fight against the STi and can probably even win a head-to-head race. The Focus has won me over the last few years. Subaru has been slacking in my opinion with the STi ever since Mitsubishi stopped manufacturing the Evo. I'd like to drive one of these bad boys and get a firsthand experience. I've heard the Focus is a car that you need to experience to understand.

    • @dougbradley5550
      @dougbradley5550 Před 8 lety +1

      Dunkaccino25 Agreed, Subaru owners can be just as bad as Mustang/Camaro/Corvette guys in terms of defensive positions and trolling. I've always appreciated when a car comes out that challenges the traditional market leader. Subaru is letting the Sti (and Brz) rot on the vine... they need a good kick in the pants or they'll end up like Scion.

    • @Beer_Dad1975
      @Beer_Dad1975 Před 8 lety +4

      Agreed, the STI is an awesome machine, but now it's been neglected by Subaru and it's fallen too far behind the opposition, it feels (just a little bit) out of date. Hopefully they give it a proper refresh with a new engine, up to date interior and modern turbo tech soon - then it'll be competitive again.

  • @drepop803
    @drepop803 Před 7 lety +158

    my only problem with the RS is I cant figure out which color I want .

  • @2010gt1
    @2010gt1 Před 7 lety +38

    Bastard. Putting the ad right when he's bout to accelerate

  • @cyberspd
    @cyberspd Před 8 lety +255

    Not thrilled that a Focus has a higher top speed than my 2011 Mustang GT.

    • @johnd5805
      @johnd5805 Před 8 lety +20

      get you a new GT My friend just bought a 2016. Man they are nice,

    • @rsgerman4061
      @rsgerman4061 Před 8 lety +92

      who cares, when are you going to use top speed anyway?

    • @XG0WNLUK3X
      @XG0WNLUK3X Před 8 lety +1

      Should've waited one more year 😜

    • @carsaregood911
      @carsaregood911 Před 8 lety

      Yeah it's fucked up, the Mustang can go faster but the gearing doesn't allow it if I'm not mistaken. Also if I'm not mistaken the current GT is also around the same top speed as this?

    • @danesebruno
      @danesebruno Před 8 lety +4

      But it's nowhere near as quick on the 0-100people

  • @Trades46
    @Trades46 Před 8 lety +52

    The Focus RS feels a lot more comprehensive than the Impreza STI. A much more modern/powerful powertrain, playful AWD & is drift-capable. I also the Focus is a better overall car than the Impreza.

    • @Borntokirune
      @Borntokirune Před 8 lety +14

      till the engine blows up at 70,000

    • @Trades46
      @Trades46 Před 8 lety +27

      Borntokirune
      Implying a EJ25 won't have gasket heads or ringland failures before 70k miles. Make fun of Fords all you want, but their engines are a strong suit.

    • @Bacon12954
      @Bacon12954 Před 8 lety +3

      Yeah Ford engines have always been some of the most reliable out there.

    • @csi2448
      @csi2448 Před 8 lety +1

      +Borntokirune You get an sti and you'll be lucky if it even makes it to 70k stock or tuned

    • @tommieboi707
      @tommieboi707 Před 8 lety +1

      +Trades46 I don't know if you're aware or not but the engine in the focus rs is the same engine in the Eco mustang. And that engine has been anything but reliable. Ppl have traded it in for the v6 mustang. Heck look at wrxfan here, he traded it in for a coyote. Hope ford fixed all the issues with that motor

  • @zacharycromlish7337
    @zacharycromlish7337 Před 8 lety +225

    Subaru NEEDS to bring back the hatch for the WRX/STi to compete with this.

    • @Speedaholics
      @Speedaholics Před 8 lety +19

      Not powerful enough IMO. Power numbers in the STi haven't changed in like 10 years if I'm not mistaken

    • @zacharycromlish7337
      @zacharycromlish7337 Před 8 lety +2

      That is true. The one place Subaru lacks in is power.

    • @Speedaholics
      @Speedaholics Před 8 lety +1

      Zachary Cromlish Yeah I just wish they'd give it a bump in power. 300 just isn't cutting it anymore

    • @zacharycromlish7337
      @zacharycromlish7337 Před 8 lety +3

      I mean hell, the BRZ is only pushing 200. I know it's not meant for straight line speed, but that's pretty under powered in my opinion.

    • @Speedaholics
      @Speedaholics Před 8 lety +1

      Zachary Cromlish yeah exactly

  • @jrzez
    @jrzez Před 8 lety +27

    Also, subaru people trying to pat each other on the back. Get over it. The RS is the new benchmark, legit beating down M2's, AMG 45s, and RS3's (yes R) on road courses. The STI is still a fun car but that boat anchor EJ25 is needing to be replaced, which, you should thank Ford for that, as now I'm sure this will force Subaru to finally put a FA/FB variant into one soon.
    IN BEFORE the car is at it's limit. Stage 1 tunes, no bolt ons, 340whp/380ftlb, E30 pushing over 370whp. Many tuners like Adam Tuned, Mountune, Livernois, prove this. Now AMS is on board with this and have been legit excited for it.
    The car is legit, it's the real deal, and it's the new bench mark for these types of cars.

    • @ProudSunniMuslim
      @ProudSunniMuslim Před 8 lety +1

      M2 is faster on track

    • @jrzez
      @jrzez Před 8 lety +2

      Sorry, they go back and forth depending the track, weather, driver. So there's that. Statement stands.

    • @jrzez
      @jrzez Před 8 lety +2

      That limp mode hasn't applied to outside of absurd ambient temps (Nevada levels) really since they tweaked it after initial testing. Follow up and do research before speaking. Depending on test, it's faster than a STI, faster than a manual Golf R, and loses to a PDK in a drag which who cares. The car is meant for handling, and it's the standard now for this segment of car, pretty unanimous from all types of reviewers from journalists to professional drivers, which means more than you or my own opinion. Deal with it.
      Be happy with your subie or golf, they're still fun cars and the RS being the better car won't diminish their performance. Maybe VW and especially subaru will step up their game because of it. You should thank Ford.

    • @idolnash13
      @idolnash13 Před 8 lety

      HEY fucker, go enjoy your STI buddy

    • @jrzez
      @jrzez Před 8 lety +4

      Outdoor Layne The Golf R and STI get walked on road courses by the RS. Deal with it. And I already stated the excessively high ambient temps being the only times the RDU disables in very limited cases, and yes, I'm on FocusRS.org, and I own a RS coming from an Evo and Scoobie, you Mook.
      There's a reason this car is getting the hype it has, it lives up to it's name. It's labeled as the benchmark for a reason. You VAG/Subie fans need to take it on the chin, and enjoy your cars. This car is just better and faster around the track, it's not instantly reducing the performance and fun you had in your car.

  • @TheLimbReaper_0
    @TheLimbReaper_0 Před 5 lety +8

    Matt always does 1-3 pulls but in this video he legit does like 20 pulls. Matt loves the focus RS! Hell yeah

  • @juanmartinez2457
    @juanmartinez2457 Před 8 lety +7

    I have a 2013 STI and this car is long overdue. Glad to see more options for AWD enthusiast. I'm sad about the eVo no longer being in production. I appreciate the review not so much in terms of RS vs STI, but the RS on its own for the most part.

    • @hamronD73
      @hamronD73 Před 8 lety

      You are an intelligent man Juan. Thanks for the level headed comment. Scanning these comment boards is exhausting.

  • @BeeRy116
    @BeeRy116 Před 8 lety +14

    I AM IN LOVE WITH THE INTRO! I think this was one of your best reviews Matt. great job!

  • @Lax10000000
    @Lax10000000 Před 8 lety +6

    I love it when you review fast cars because of the acceleration reactions

  • @obomasinladen
    @obomasinladen Před 8 lety +2

    Squinty eyed and smiling, "Alright so lets turn onto this back road right here". Best part of every review.

  • @poker_18rs92
    @poker_18rs92 Před 4 lety +3

    What I like most about it is that it looks so much different. An ST just looks like a regular Focus but with upgraded wheels.

  • @griffinhuff8363
    @griffinhuff8363 Před 4 lety +4

    I love this!!! Seeing how excited you get just makes me want to buy one! Love how direct this review is... GREAT JOB!

  • @SolidSnaky
    @SolidSnaky Před 8 lety +2

    You don't know how long I've been waiting for your review on the RS

  • @400hpmustang
    @400hpmustang Před 8 lety +9

    Pretty darn impressive, 350 hp off the shelf out of a 2.3, sweet!

    • @gsppuffer
      @gsppuffer Před 8 lety +3

      whats more impressive is cob stage 1 gett 400 ft lbs torque

    • @400hpmustang
      @400hpmustang Před 8 lety

      Thing must get up with authority.

  • @INumba1Stunna
    @INumba1Stunna Před 8 lety +3

    Veryy happy to see a Focus RS review on the channel. :) You surprise me sometimes. With this ride, the Challenger Hellcat, 2015 STi, Cayman GT4 .. all of these caught me by huge surprise. You get a chance to drive them before many others do, it's fair to say many people like you. Great work, enjoyed the review.

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety +2

      Thanks! Yeah sometimes I get really lucky where one of the first owners of a new car immediately offers it for me to review which makes videos like this possible. Not too many people in the US have reviewed this so far so I felt pretty lucky to be able to review it.

  • @Karmiangod
    @Karmiangod Před 8 lety +3

    I've been waiting for this thing forever.

  • @yonskiyon807
    @yonskiyon807 Před 8 lety +2

    This kid never had a bad review. He's impressed with everything. Lol

  • @vincesplc
    @vincesplc Před 8 lety +4

    my mate has one in grey its stunning and handling is awesome, STUNNING piece of kit!

  • @caprisun2k1
    @caprisun2k1 Před 7 lety +17

    "Let's turn onto this straight road here and see how it does..." - *CZcams cuts to commercial* - these damn ads are driving me nuts!! lol

  • @TWRX_Chuck
    @TWRX_Chuck Před 8 lety +107

    I'd really like to drive one of these. I'm not loving the interior or the exterior, but the performance is my real interest. I don't think its enough to release my interest in my STI, but I hope a friend buys one so we can cruise around together!

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety +19

      Yeah, they're nice but I think I'd rather have the STI too.

    • @NOFATCHICK1
      @NOFATCHICK1 Před 8 lety +20

      your kidding about the interior right? Subaru does very cheap cabin the focus RS has a much nicer interior. as far as exterior looks the sti looks dated while the RS looks more modern and sexier. plus it's a hatch take that subie

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety +18

      NOFATCHICK1 I prefer the interior of the Subaru too. Metal knobs for climate controls, more comfortable seating position, cooler gauges, more storage space, roomier backseat, etc.

    • @NOFATCHICK1
      @NOFATCHICK1 Před 8 lety +3

      +subaruwrxfan well I'll be damn I was never much of a fan of the interior in my cousins sti, but I've always liked the interior in the focus.

    • @TWRX_Chuck
      @TWRX_Chuck Před 8 lety +4

      NOFATCHICK1 Depends what generation STI you are used to as well. I agree that Subaru is not known for interior quality, but the most recent generation is way better interior wise than any of the previous. I had a 2012 before my 2016 and the 2016 has really stepped it up. Still not audi quality but much better than before. Not knocking the Focus, I just don't like the layout as much as my current STI.

  • @lukeskywalker1840
    @lukeskywalker1840 Před 4 měsíci

    I don’t think we will see Ford ever bring anything quite like this to this country again. This is a truly iconic car.

  • @LeeVai666
    @LeeVai666 Před 8 lety

    i can tell you really like this car by that big ass smile on your face. you are ear to ear the whole time you are driving.

  • @YeahSon81
    @YeahSon81 Před 8 lety +22

    Tbh you don't seem as excited as when you get on other cars. Great review nevertheless.

    • @theunknown4772
      @theunknown4772 Před 8 lety +36

      I think he just got off a GT350 so that has to do with that

    • @richisony
      @richisony Před 8 lety

      I've noticed the same thing..he certainly wasn't that much excited with the RS..good review though..

    • @raf8474
      @raf8474 Před 8 lety

      Honestly I think he tried to mash it from 3rd or 4th. He's usually coming from almost stopped out of a turn so he should have either done that or down shifted, totally negated the pull and torque he would have gotten from the AWD system.

    • @zy418r3
      @zy418r3 Před 8 lety

      Idk but the review felt rush, for me

    • @motorcityman401
      @motorcityman401 Před 8 lety +1

      That's a good thing since he gets as giddy as a little girl.

  • @nawmean
    @nawmean Před 8 lety +10

    I've always wondered were Stewart from MadTV went... good to see you back

  • @ProShotz762
    @ProShotz762 Před 8 lety +15

    Awesome review Matt! When are you reviewing a G37/Q60? Really looking forward to it!

    • @marcusblair432
      @marcusblair432 Před 8 lety

      never.. just look at the other reviews other ppl have done on the car

    • @ProShotz762
      @ProShotz762 Před 8 lety

      I just want to know what he thinks about it

    • @marcusblair432
      @marcusblair432 Před 8 lety

      Ik

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety +3

      I will be reviewing a G37 Coupe next month hopefully. Infiniti will hopefully be sending me the new Q60 once they start arriving at dealers.

    • @marcusblair432
      @marcusblair432 Před 8 lety

      subaruwrxfan :O

  • @snotwurfit
    @snotwurfit Před rokem

    The smile on his face says it all. That's what Fast Fords do. We don't buy them for the plush interiors or the comfort, we buy them for the smile it puts on your face and the feel of the drive. It makes you feel connected to the road.

  • @pedrofernandez3893
    @pedrofernandez3893 Před 8 lety +21

    Piping in exhaust sounds through the speakers is really a dumb thing to do, I don't get why you need that!

    • @johnd5805
      @johnd5805 Před 8 lety +1

      I agree with you on that Pedro. Keep it all real. No fake

    • @pedrofernandez3893
      @pedrofernandez3893 Před 8 lety +1

      John D
      Poke a hole in the muffler, if you must hear your exhaust, it's a lot cheaper.

    • @johnd5805
      @johnd5805 Před 8 lety

      i once took my tire tool and hollowed out my catalytic converter. Back in the old days. Yehaaa

    • @goodapollo19
      @goodapollo19 Před 8 lety +8

      Its not piped through the speakers. There is an actual tube that runs from the intake into the fire wall, providing a better intake sound inside the cabin.

    • @bobchuck3096
      @bobchuck3096 Před 8 lety

      On the ST, yes, piped through the firewall, on the RS, through the speakers.

  • @Dreww31786
    @Dreww31786 Před 8 lety +101

    He didnt really get as giddy as usual when he hit the gas. Idk, doesnt seem like the cars worth my money

    • @SpaceySniping
      @SpaceySniping Před 8 lety +12

      Lmao i was thinking the same thing

    • @trippplefive
      @trippplefive Před 8 lety +16

      have to agree. i think after you drive a 5.0/5.2 naturally aspirated mighty V8, these ricer 4 cylinder-turbo motors may seem too childish.

    • @ajandruzzi
      @ajandruzzi Před 8 lety +1

      after you drive gtrs,amgs,and m models everything else kinda falls flat (I'm assuming)

    • @Ichibuns
      @Ichibuns Před 8 lety +34

      You'll find that the Focus RS is very comparable in performance to a V8. What about the car seems ricey or childish? Is it just the turbo? These are fantastic for people who want performance and have a family car. Or is everyone not aloud to have fun their way?

    • @yemil6292
      @yemil6292 Před 8 lety +1

      Im thinking because he had the Ecoboost and he mentioned how it feels like it, so he's probably used to the power.

  • @handmouth
    @handmouth Před 3 měsíci

    I bought a 2018 RS 6 months ago with only 15k miles. I love it! I never thought I would find anything more enjoyable than my Srt4. Still have the srt4 as well. Both amazing fun cars. My first was a 1983 rabbit GTI back in the 80s. The Srt4 filled that need. The RS is like the most improved version of both of these predecessors.

  • @joeestrada6946
    @joeestrada6946 Před 8 lety +1

    The car I've been waiting for since it was announced !!! Thank you

  • @nosenugg3ts626
    @nosenugg3ts626 Před 8 lety +17

    +subaruwrxfan When are you gonna do a Shelby GT350 review buddy?!

  • @dizzik6751
    @dizzik6751 Před 6 lety +3

    I like Every time when he says "let's turn to this back road and see how it handles" in all his videos.😂😂

  • @mercoid
    @mercoid Před 8 lety

    You managed to turn "Subaru WRX Fan" into one word. Congratulations .

  • @ajandruzzi
    @ajandruzzi Před 8 lety +5

    Properly quick? Been watching Top Gear reruns?

  • @daniellechner599
    @daniellechner599 Před 7 lety +7

    Dude looks like one of the Hardly boys from southpark

    • @durangotang1681
      @durangotang1681 Před 7 lety

      Daniel Lechner , I've got a raging clue coming from my trunk.

  • @roybatty-
    @roybatty- Před 8 lety +9

    Looks like he almost hit puberty.

  • @brybomb95
    @brybomb95 Před 8 lety

    He may review different cars, but the beginning hand shaking gesture will never change

  • @ksptm4
    @ksptm4 Před 8 lety

    i now have my focus rs ordered, watched this video so many times, had a test drive myself, such a fun car!! sheer joy

  • @shamannnnnnn
    @shamannnnnnn Před 8 lety +4

    "Its properly quick!"

  • @smilepermile888
    @smilepermile888 Před 8 lety +7

    *Its always great to see you driving performance-orientated cars Matt. If you do come to Europe, you should try out the MK2 Focus RSs. They have a less conservative design, with 3 doors and awesome 5 cylinder turbocharged engine shared with volvos. Although I'm more of a handling guy than a horsepower-junkie, I really do think that Subaru needs to wake up with their STI. In Europe in the early 2000s, the EP3 Civic Type R, MK 4 Golf R32s, MK1 Focus RSs, E87 BMW 130i hatchback, Audi S3s had performance to rival the WRX (being the bug eye or blob eye) because they had less than 260hp and having less aggressive differentials or AWD. The EVOs and STIs of the day were at a performance segment above those cars as they had 280hp+, more differentials and AWD drivetrain. Now though, the modern day equivalent rivals being the FK2 Civic Type R, MK7 Golf R, M140i, Focus RS, A45 AMGs have the same, if not more performance than the current STI. If anything, the STI should have around 380~400hp in order to make it stand out from those (formerly lower) competitors.*

    • @smilepermile888
      @smilepermile888 Před 8 lety

      ***** I'm not sure if Citroens have cars that can match performance of a Mitsubishi EVO/Subaru STI but I wouldn't be surprised if the Renaultsport Megane 275 Trophy-R and Peugeot RCZ R could do so.

    • @850t5m
      @850t5m Před 8 lety +1

      I'll take the new ecoboost over the volvo's 5cyl. Mostly because of the better internals. Don't get me wrong the b5234t volvo motor sure is nice and torque-y. But the newer ford engines are so nice.

  • @krayzel
    @krayzel Před 8 lety

    When Matt gets excited, all my problems wash away.

  • @MrOlimar
    @MrOlimar Před 8 lety

    The " piping in through the speakers" is actually a valve opening up in a pipe connected from the engine to the cabin- so it's technically real engine noise

  • @XxCiTiZeNxX
    @XxCiTiZeNxX Před 8 lety +22

    Starts at 36k? Negative. Starts at 42K and then a 10k mark up. Its a great car but ridiculously priced at this point in time. 52k for this? These dealers are killing it..

    • @bbjgarcia
      @bbjgarcia Před 8 lety +8

      Dude I went to the ford dealer and tried to see how much it would be to get into one of these and the salesman told me it would be about 1100 a month car payment. I straight up told him he was stupid if he thought I was going to pay that much for a ford lol. I can get a m4 coupe lease for less than that

    • @XxCiTiZeNxX
      @XxCiTiZeNxX Před 8 lety +3

      bbjgarcia
      Exactly. They want 5-10k on top of the already marked up car. The funny thing is that people are actually paying that. Every dealership Ive went to this past week has said they sold them for 8k markup and 10k markup. One of the dealers had one for a 20k mark up.. I don't know if he didn't know what he was talking about but that's what he told me. Doesn't look like ill be getting one anytime soon.

    • @coopsnz1
      @coopsnz1 Před 8 lety

      Focus rs 51 k and golf r dsg 56 k Australia . I see people comparing the price of a golf r manual to a focus rs . golf r dsg is 5k more than a rs focus in Australia

    • @bobchuck3096
      @bobchuck3096 Před 8 lety +1

      You can find these at MSRP.

    • @slowanddeliberate6893
      @slowanddeliberate6893 Před 8 lety

      If I could chose the price, I would only pay $26,500 for it. It should be cheaper than the base model Mustang, in my opinion. (Note: Not sure what the base model Mustang's price is)

  • @marksuave25
    @marksuave25 Před 8 lety +11

    I've seen a total of.....ONE of these on the road and it had 30 day tags on it.

    • @RyanFiore211
      @RyanFiore211 Před 8 lety +2

      me too. In that bright blue color.

    • @marksuave25
      @marksuave25 Před 8 lety +1

      Ryan Fiore yup

    • @govnor1495
      @govnor1495 Před 8 lety +1

      I saw one two days ago and I live in an area where Lamborghini's and Ferrari's are a normal thing to see. Super rare car. Then again I drive a Hyundai Veloster Rally edition and I've only seen mine :)

    • @marksuave25
      @marksuave25 Před 8 lety

      Lance Haynes lol. I live I. Cleveland, Ohio. We almost never see those exotic cars, our roads are horrible. I didn't even know they're on sell yet.

    • @Aku112811
      @Aku112811 Před 8 lety +1

      I spotted one last week it was in that dark grey color. Looked nice. Also there is a wild gt 350 that I see parked but never driven also in dark grey lol

  • @KyleSVT
    @KyleSVT Před 8 lety

    Nice review Matt. New intro is much better than the last!

  • @Jason-512
    @Jason-512 Před 8 lety +3

    "What's up everybody it's Matt from SWF Reviews" Maybe give that a shot

  • @thefives7ar
    @thefives7ar Před 8 lety +4

    There is a dead moth in the grill lol Might have wanted to check that out before starting the video

  • @thatonebeone
    @thatonebeone Před 8 lety +5

    I hate the dash. I want to get it but 10k markup he in california also sucks. love this car looks good outside and nice power but I can't stand the dash interior

  • @shouldigetit
    @shouldigetit Před 8 lety

    Looks so badass in black. Those wheels are way better than the "premium" webby looking wheels.

  • @warriormonx
    @warriormonx Před 7 lety

    Have bought a magnetic RS which arrives into Sydney in May and I have been compulsively watching RS reviews like a total fanboy for 12 months now. This review is by far my favourite and I only hope that my RS is close to as awesome as it appears here.

  • @Circu1t
    @Circu1t Před 8 lety +8

    The Focus RS looks pretty good and all . . . but you have yet to drive an MK7 Golf R or an Audi S3 !

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety +8

      I still really wanna review both of those!

    • @Circu1t
      @Circu1t Před 8 lety +2

      Look forward to it ! I really like your reviews , keep up the good work!

    • @coopsnz1
      @coopsnz1 Před 8 lety

      Fk driveless cars auto suck balls

    • @ponygt6629
      @ponygt6629 Před 8 lety

      Have driven Golf 7R and its a better daiy driver than Focus RS, but if U r the kind of person who take cars to race tracks, dont even think of looking into VW, the Ford nails it

    • @carsaregood911
      @carsaregood911 Před 8 lety

      stfu

  • @muskokamike127
    @muskokamike127 Před 8 lety +5

    350 hp, imagine the euro version with 450???

  • @Yuusufabba
    @Yuusufabba Před 7 lety +2

    I'm loving my new 2017 Ford Fusion sport🙌🏻

  • @grimcity
    @grimcity Před 8 lety +1

    Thanks for the video! I'm test driving one next month when my local dealer gets one in... it's a bit out of my price range, but I daily an ST and it'll be fun comparing the different dynamics on a familiar platform. Awesome.

  • @michelhoek6721
    @michelhoek6721 Před 7 lety +3

    I love this car

  • @comptoncity2
    @comptoncity2 Před 8 lety +6

    Love everything about it.... Just hate the back of th car with a passion... Only reason I'm leaning towards leading a wrx

    • @comptoncity2
      @comptoncity2 Před 8 lety

      Leasing*

    • @comptoncity2
      @comptoncity2 Před 8 lety

      ***** you debadge it and put overlays on the white part of the tailights and it looks really good... While this... Well looks like a regular focus.... Which is fugly

    • @arielr3200
      @arielr3200 Před 8 lety

      Have you taken a look at a Golf R mate?

    • @comptoncity2
      @comptoncity2 Před 8 lety

      Reginald R the gf don't like golfs

    • @arielr3200
      @arielr3200 Před 8 lety

      +comptoncity2 i'd urge you to drive one and make a decision later.

  • @josiahthibodeaux
    @josiahthibodeaux Před 8 lety

    Back when I first heard about this car the first review that I couldn't wait for was yours thanks.

  • @av5829
    @av5829 Před 7 lety

    this would defiantly be my daily driver manual , useable , comfortable and has a kick to its beat 😍😍🔥🔥🔥

    • @ilovemanunited6179
      @ilovemanunited6179 Před 7 lety

      aliceinwounderland YOLO I think this would be mine too. My dad said I need something practical, and this is practical yet fast.

  • @geds7
    @geds7 Před 8 lety +6

    you drive like my grandma

  • @johnnycincocero
    @johnnycincocero Před 8 lety +17

    You squealed more during the Fiesta ST review!

    • @MegaEriable
      @MegaEriable Před 8 lety +4

      I have test driven the Fiesta ST, Focus ST as well as the Focus RS. The Focus ST is fast and powerful, but the weight does a number on the overall thrill factor of the ride. The RS is stupid-fast, but again, the heavy weight and the AWD system make the ride rather composed. The Fiesta ST is incredibly fun to drive, and makes you giggle like a clown. It is not as fast the Focus ST and the RS, but driving them back to back in town, it may legitimately make you think it is the fastest. The light weight, small engine, fast-spooling turbo and the marvelous TVC system make the car **feel** very fast. Every sharp turn you make makes you feel like a rally hero!

    • @johnnycincocero
      @johnnycincocero Před 8 lety +1

      It's like a party on wheels.

    • @sublimekid247
      @sublimekid247 Před 8 lety +1

      I wish I went with a FiST over my FoST

    • @johnnycincocero
      @johnnycincocero Před 8 lety +2

      +sublimekid247 Go for a test drive. If it puts a smile on your face, and I don't see how it won't, trade in or sell the FoST.

    • @sublimekid247
      @sublimekid247 Před 8 lety

      Johnny CincoCero haha I am honestly thinking about the BMW 228I or for 2017 the 230I. If those are meh my current top choice is the new MX5

  • @Slibbo
    @Slibbo Před 6 lety

    i bought a 2015 fiesta st because of you and now im gonna get one of these. thanks for these videos aye

  • @MrGregory1399
    @MrGregory1399 Před 7 lety

    jest look at how much fun this guy is having, that's the best part of the review !

  • @TylerWolstie
    @TylerWolstie Před 7 lety +33

    Pretty sure he says almost the same thing about every single car

  • @kiliabgonzalez9977
    @kiliabgonzalez9977 Před 7 lety +6

    Kinda funny how this car has 45 more hp than the STI yet they both feel like they have the same power with roughly the same 0-60 time.

    • @PR1NCETD0T
      @PR1NCETD0T Před 7 lety

      Haven't looked at dyno sheets of either one but im going to guess they have the same amount of torque then?

    • @soloking2141
      @soloking2141 Před 4 lety

      PR1NCETD0T no. RS has 50 lbs more of torque. Don’t be fooled. The rs is more of an animal than the sti which is outdated and needs a major update to the engine.

  • @trevormcgrath1485
    @trevormcgrath1485 Před 8 lety

    It's awesome how excited you get when accelerating in all these cars.

  • @juliosoto8684
    @juliosoto8684 Před 8 lety

    Has anyone ever noticed how he always starts his videos talking so fast haha i think its funny

  • @MrHav1k
    @MrHav1k Před 8 lety +11

    36k for this car to start? LMFAO!! I'd rather drive a Benz.

    • @jzavala2122
      @jzavala2122 Před 8 lety

      AWD makes it with it.

    • @rizocars6115
      @rizocars6115 Před 8 lety +2

      i tough i was the only one, still a focus

    • @jimbochoo3316
      @jimbochoo3316 Před 8 lety +9

      You do not understand the demographics for this car. It's a car for the car enthusiast. 99% of people would rather buy a Benz or Lexus for that money; but this car is made for that 1% of people who like to hoon their cars. This car is special and the demand significantly exceeds the supply. Every driving enthusiast wants one.

    • @rizocars6115
      @rizocars6115 Před 8 lety

      Darth Chau i still take an is f sport any day sir, and i am an enthusiast. this is over hype

    • @rizocars6115
      @rizocars6115 Před 8 lety +1

      daphenom45 to each there on, im definitely not a brand whore since i dont like any Germans at all. is just an insult to me 36k for this focus, but hey if u like it go for it.

  • @StirlingMossDrives
    @StirlingMossDrives Před 8 lety +3

    Should have gotten this over your mustang.

  • @pets4489
    @pets4489 Před 8 lety

    I owned a 2014 Focus hatch ajd my brother had a 14 Focus ST. We are both Subaru lovers (RSTi

  • @iamfrankyrizzo
    @iamfrankyrizzo Před 8 lety

    man you really are loving this car the smile on your face while driving is priceless!

  • @krowblack6839
    @krowblack6839 Před 7 lety +3

    This car would be a monster with a twin clutch box.

  • @Locke99GS
    @Locke99GS Před 8 lety +3

    Shenanigans.
    You've repeatedly said that the fords pipe sound in through the speakers. Thats not what the "sound symposer" does at all. The speakers are in no way connected to the interior sounds of the cabin.
    An easy test would be to disconnect the speakers. Until you can prove that any engine noises are going through the speakers, you're just spreading misinformation (like most the rest of the internet).

    • @alexanderwillems6611
      @alexanderwillems6611 Před 8 lety +2

      Dude no one really cares.

    • @Locke99GS
      @Locke99GS Před 8 lety +2

      Good one bro. You obviously cared enough to reply.
      The "engine noise piped through speakers" thing implies that the audio is somehow synthetic. The internet gets pretty butthurt about synthetic engine noises and it is a turn off for a lot of people. Matt is a reviewer so people use his videos as a source of information, and him providing provably false information doesn't look good for him, and it does a disservice to people who are using his reviews.

    • @alexanderwillems6611
      @alexanderwillems6611 Před 8 lety +1

      +Locke99GS Most people have accepted that exhaust noise will be tampered with these days. I don't think that alone would stop anyone from buying an M4 or an RS. Most of the people who complain, like you said, are on the internet and most likely can't afford it buy it in the first place.

    • @MattMaranMotoring
      @MattMaranMotoring  Před 8 lety

      No, it actually does. You can see it here, same as the EcoBoost Mustang: czcams.com/video/RfpmWCWsMtg/video.html

    • @Locke99GS
      @Locke99GS Před 8 lety

      You're right. The 2.3 EcoBoost in the Mustang and the Focus RS apparently uses Ford's "Active Noise Control" system, vs the EcoBoost's in the ST's which use just the symposer without electronic augmentation.

  • @ALawyerIRL
    @ALawyerIRL Před 8 lety

    The quality of this video was way beyond some of your older stuff. Wicked car aside, great job man!

  • @liveforever9620
    @liveforever9620 Před 8 lety

    Almost $40,000 ford focus is it really worth it? Can most people afford it? Your reviews are appreciated thanks subaruwrxfan! These questions are simply food for thought to anyone.

  • @WiseGuy02
    @WiseGuy02 Před 8 lety +7

    now we wait for all the reports of issues with the ecoboost engine.

  • @alex75877
    @alex75877 Před 8 lety +11

    Seats look great but that steering wheel is still disgusting.

    • @smgs921
      @smgs921 Před 8 lety +2

      it looks so damn cheap

    • @brentonshoulders4303
      @brentonshoulders4303 Před 8 lety

      Looks better than the evo steering wheel. Those are pretty cheap looking

    • @coopsnz1
      @coopsnz1 Před 8 lety

      Look at the price for the power figure what do you expect

    • @smgs921
      @smgs921 Před 8 lety

      Ben Chesterman i look at the same price on the golf R and the faster 0-60 time on the golf and wonder why im paying so much.

    • @coopsnz1
      @coopsnz1 Před 8 lety

      The dsg cost more than a maunal .The manual golf r will lose to a focus rs

  • @brkbtjunkie
    @brkbtjunkie Před 8 lety

    I love how ford will sell you the ecu tune kit for 90plus ft/lb additional torque and keeps your warranty

  • @craigcole9786
    @craigcole9786 Před 7 lety

    Just had to watch again , after owning an ecoboost mustang now I pick up my RS tomorrow !!

  • @THEHOAG4
    @THEHOAG4 Před 8 lety +5

    You can buy a brand new 370Z for about $6000 less than this.

    • @hamronD73
      @hamronD73 Před 8 lety +8

      Then you would have a 2 seater severely dated impractical Datsun. No comparison between the 2 in terms of performance and even practicality. Nissan 370z skid pad = 0.90g. Ford Focus RS skid pad = 0.98g. Nissan 370z 0-60mph = 5.1 seconds. Ford Focus RS 0-60mph = 4.7. I could go on... There is a reason a 370z costs much less haha

    • @THEHOAG4
      @THEHOAG4 Před 8 lety +2

      Rs is no match for the 370Z the only thing is if you need 4 seats your facts are all fucked up.

    • @hamronD73
      @hamronD73 Před 8 lety +6

      THEHOAG No, your logic is all fucked up. The RS is a better car in every way fanboy. Accept it.

    • @THEHOAG4
      @THEHOAG4 Před 8 lety +2

      hamronD73 Not even in the same ballpark Nissan>>Ford that says enough.

    • @hamronD73
      @hamronD73 Před 8 lety +5

      Doesn't say anything to me.. Nissan make cheap junk. Have they ever beat Ferrari at LeMans twice? Have they ever won a WRC title? No.. They built the GTR, that is it. Which isn't even impressive anymore. The facts I've stated above are enough to prove the Focus RS, and Ford period are a superior car manufacturer. Sorry.

  • @dingusmagee3326
    @dingusmagee3326 Před 8 lety +164

    love the car. dude is pretty cringey tho

    • @masitraproductions977
      @masitraproductions977 Před 8 lety +5

      That's kinda his thing tho isn't it haha? Pure cringe. Still good to watch tho....

    • @vcupiano
      @vcupiano Před 8 lety +1

      That voice 😖

    • @dingusmagee3326
      @dingusmagee3326 Před 8 lety +2

      +richie crozier Yeah I'm not sure this is the first and only video I've watched from him. Not a bad review video though either I enjoyed it

    • @hulkhatepunybanner
      @hulkhatepunybanner Před 8 lety +1

      Do you mean the weird giggling?

    • @vcupiano
      @vcupiano Před 8 lety +16

      Seems like a really nice guy though. He's pretty good at making these.

  • @cradlerofdeath
    @cradlerofdeath Před 7 lety +1

    Imagine if all RS owners were like this guy I honestly wouldn't wanna get the car.

  • @GlRTHBR00KS
    @GlRTHBR00KS Před 8 lety +2

    I have a 14 mustang GT, but I am definitely considering trading it in for one of these

  • @ohplezz
    @ohplezz Před 8 lety +3

    After a few years, it will brake down constantly.

    • @07acanoia
      @07acanoia Před 7 lety

      Good one. Glad you have a crystal ball.

    • @ohplezz
      @ohplezz Před 7 lety

      Its a ford dip shit. When you get older you'll understand.

    • @07acanoia
      @07acanoia Před 7 lety +2

      ohplezz calm down mrs. butthurt. It'll be okay.

    • @enginemodify
      @enginemodify Před 7 lety

      ohplezz probably even sooner than that. sti ej has been running 10 plus years this is a car to wait on a year or two and see how many recalls/issues come up

    • @ducke295
      @ducke295 Před 6 lety

      My mustang GT has almost 200k miles on it and I still drive it like I stole it everyday and haven't had an issue

  • @jose15238
    @jose15238 Před 8 lety +6

    Golf R is faster.....and it has 50 less hp

    • @mustanguy102
      @mustanguy102 Před 8 lety +1

      Slower* but only by .2 seconds.

    • @jose15238
      @jose15238 Před 8 lety

      DSG model

    • @coopsnz1
      @coopsnz1 Před 8 lety +3

      That's because you arent taking your foot off accelerator to change gear ... The golf r manual would have no chance vs focus rs

    • @jose15238
      @jose15238 Před 8 lety

      the rs beat the Manual of the line but then the golf R started to overtake it. The R has like 60 pound feet less too.

    • @mustanguy102
      @mustanguy102 Před 8 lety

      +Gli_Fahrenheit no, the R had started to SLOWLY close the gap by the 1/2 mile.

  • @AbendscheinLGN
    @AbendscheinLGN Před 8 lety

    That cutaway in the back seat is actually not a cutaway. It's the normal height. The drop down you see though, that's because of the moon roof. It takes up an extra 1.5" in headspace, which makes wearing a helmet a pain when you want a normal seating position (it's my only gripe - wish I hadn't gotten the moon roof with mine).
    Other than that, the review was spot on man! You did the car justice. :P

  • @FezzaYT
    @FezzaYT Před 8 lety

    Great review! This is THE car of the moment. It's going to take some beating.

  • @redsox351
    @redsox351 Před 7 lety +4

    This guy is really, very, white.

  • @Mellow262_
    @Mellow262_ Před 8 lety +4

    Way overpriced of what it has

    • @alexiscervantes9222
      @alexiscervantes9222 Před 8 lety

      not really

    • @MrTman9218
      @MrTman9218 Před 8 lety

      not at all. Subaru didn't make a hatch for their new gen so Ford did it for them.

    • @MrTman9218
      @MrTman9218 Před 8 lety

      not at all. Subaru didn't make a hatch for their new gen so Ford did it for them.

    • @MrTman9218
      @MrTman9218 Před 8 lety

      not at all. Subaru didn't make a hatch for their new gen so Ford did it for them.

    • @Mellow262_
      @Mellow262_ Před 8 lety

      +Derek D that's insane

  • @CommentCollection
    @CommentCollection Před 8 lety

    finally a video of focus rs thats not in that blue colour

  • @Blitz4000
    @Blitz4000 Před 8 lety

    When it comes to balance, Subaru's symmetrical AWD is hard to beat.

  • @ricktobin9920
    @ricktobin9920 Před 8 lety +3

    Fact is it is still a ford and will fall apart in 3 years lol

    • @hamronD73
      @hamronD73 Před 8 lety +9

      hahaha you say that with your profile picture being a BMW.. the irony lol

    • @ricktobin9920
      @ricktobin9920 Před 8 lety

      Funny you say that. My last 3 BMW's did fine for 10 year each:)

    • @ricktobin9920
      @ricktobin9920 Před 7 lety +2

      Hmmmm what has gone wrong in the last 4 years with my f30? Oh shit I had to put fuel in it😂😂😂 the thing has been a full out race car for 4 years. Do that with your ford😅

    • @ducke295
      @ducke295 Před 6 lety

      My mustang GT has almost 200k miles, I still drive it like I stole it every day and no issues

  • @jsutty7530
    @jsutty7530 Před 7 lety +7

    This guys creeps me out alittle

  • @charlietimes2770
    @charlietimes2770 Před 7 lety

    I have been waiting four months for my rs! Dealer just called...its here! Cant wait to do my first video on my beautiful black focus! So many bad to the bone hot hatch's these days. I like the sti, Honda civic r, vw golf r. but the focus just seemed right for me.

  • @bmx687
    @bmx687 Před 8 lety

    I think you should purchase one (in all seriousness). I think it fits your character very well! Lots of space because its a hatch and performance!!!

  • @Randomnessextremez
    @Randomnessextremez Před 8 lety

    In the winter with snow, the fun

  • @BRGT350
    @BRGT350 Před 8 lety

    nice review! Looks like you really enjoyed your time behind the wheel of the RS.

  • @AmericanWithTheTruth
    @AmericanWithTheTruth Před 8 lety +1

    This car is absolutely gorgeous. Let's hope Subaru is motivated to now respond soon, because I'm going to need a newer car in just a couple years. :P

  • @LightHouse31073
    @LightHouse31073 Před 8 lety

    Nice review, just wish you had more cameras outside as you drive. The only sense of motion we got from it was from the grin on your face and that thunderous exhaust note.