Ford’s new super hatch revealed

The onslaught of new performance-orientated models from Ford continued last week with the unveiling of its new Focus RS model. Based on the popular five-door hatchback, the Focus RS continues the long lineage of ‘fast Fords’ and employs some of the company’s most advanced new technology to sharpen its competitive edge.

Under the bonnet is a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine producing 320hp, the same in fact that will power the ...