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Car and Driver: 2018 Ford Focus RS500 Spied: The New King of Hot Hatches?

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June 22, 2016 in Auto News

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Posted June 22, 2016

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-What It Is: An even harder-core version of Ford’s already bonkers Focus RS hot hatch called the RS500. All sorts of vents, scoops, and spoilers suggest a comprehensive set of upgrades meant to increase track performance. Expect the car to be significantly decontented for lighter weight and to feature larger wheels and tires for improved grip. The suspension likely will be even stiffer than in the standard RS, and the brakes should be larger, as well. Power may not increase much, but the lighter weight and the upgraded chassis should improve performance. READ MORE ››