DirtyHarry85

Only just realised these exist, anyone own one? Fast? Reliable? Costs to run? Handling?

B19 JUB

detuned focus st lump.not too bad but not same fun as an st

Dal_

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Or you could go mad and get a 2.5T Kuga, lower it a bit, tune it up and have a 4wd Focus RS-a-like..

B19 JUB

even better still an smax has that engine in it.will take exactly same mods to engine too.what a schoolbus that would be lol

GingeRS2K

I've looked into them and they're good value at the moment compared to an equalivent derv version.

And before anyone says anything about fuel, I've got a derv van for daily use.

Glenn_

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Get one bought and get the up to focus rs spec.

DirtyHarry85

What's derv? They seem proper food value for the performance and kit you get! 5 cylinder howl and BOV from a sleeper!

GingeRS2K

Derv - Diesel

B16 Will

Diesel Engine Road Vehicle

B19 JUB

liking this mans thinking

DirtyHarry85

What would be involved in doing so?

martysmartie

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There the same power essentially, albeit I know the Mondeo's offical claim is 217 HP.

I think around 300 HP is possible with the FST, I don't know with what mods though, and so these could obviously achieve the same power.

The RS and ST engine are completely different creatures though, being the same engine on paper is virtually where the similarity's end.

The RS has a bigger turbo for a start as it runs double the boost, also I have heard the RS block is plasma lined?

I have considered one, they are very rare though (plus I would want 4 DR) only available in Ghia or Titanium trim levels.

Martin

DanW@FastFord

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It's the same engine with differences to the exhaust, intercooler and the map to make it quieter and to get into a lower emissions group. Would be very easy to get it up to ST power and beyond. They're a complete bargain for what you get.

rsmark86

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for day to day running the economy will be the same as a focus st, round the town will see 22/27mpg depending on driver and can get as high as 35/38mpg on a long run

i did see 40mpg once but that was in average speed checks lol