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Review | 2016 Ford Focus RS | Reality Check 

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Year after year the Europeans had a monopoly on the RS, guess what not any more. In America the shipments continue and the reviews keep churning. We wanted to do one thing, show a complete look at the RS good and bad. Strap in and ignore the hype, this is the SavageGeese Focus RS review. (ALT: VW Golf R, Civic Type R, Veloster, Mazda3)
CORRECTION: Seats Kind of fold flat through 4 extra steps, lifting seat back, removing head rests. However cargo floor still uneven with spare tire tray.
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Written Article:
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SavageGeese Is:
Mr. Goose - Rabbit Breeder
Scott Turbowski - At the Lake
Jack Singapore - Tshirt Assembly Technician, Vietnam
Karen Marie Haseldorf - CEO, Self Cleaning Underwear
Index:
0:00 - 0:58
1:00 - 4:10 Exterior Impressions
4:10 - 5:25 Tri-Industries - Vehicles for a Cause
5:25 - 7:00 In the Shoppe with Turbowski - Purpose of Review
7:00 - 11:50 Brakes, Suspension, Chassis and AWD
11:50 - 13:35 Exhaust, Wheels and Tires
13:35 - 15:49 Under the Hood
15:49 - 19:15 Track Drive and Impressions
19:15 - 25:16 Driving Impressions
25:29 - 30:35 Interior Impressions
30:35 - 31:30 Final Thoughts

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@v60polestar88
@v60polestar88 7 лет назад
RS just place last in comparison test in the April 2017 issue. They praised the RS for the same reason you did and they killed it on the ride quality. The said it rides like a dump truck and said the RS is not a true drivers car, but its a tremendous performance car. And I totally agree
@drandrewtan
@drandrewtan 7 лет назад
Polestar Wes you have a link to that test?
@v60polestar88
@v60polestar88 7 лет назад
www.motortrend.com/cars/fiat/124-spider/2017/chevrolet-camaro-1le-bmw-m2-ford-focus-rs-fiat-124-spider-abarth-porsche-718-boxster-s-toyota-86/
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
Polestar Wes I love how during all the initial tests its the best car ever. Now its all of a sudden oh, it rides like crap and that matters.
@v60polestar88
@v60polestar88 7 лет назад
Exactly! I would love for you to do a review of the 2017 Volvo V60/S60 Polestar. Your high quality reviews are hands down the best on not only on RU-vid, but the entire web. I own a 16 V60 Polestar and would love to hear what you think.
@kirbys65
@kirbys65 7 лет назад
I just got my RS and I think the ride quality is quite good considering the insane performance this car provides.
@Treerootz1
@Treerootz1 7 лет назад
"The new civic type R looks like it was designed for a 12 year old." Fucking hilarious!!
@theroyalcrownedtiger2946
@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 3 года назад
Got that right ! The civic looks like it's been designed by a little kid, after the kid having and looking at Gundam toys in his toy box.
@poolplexer
@poolplexer 3 года назад
@@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 commenting on a 4-year-old post is what little kids do
@theroyalcrownedtiger2946
@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 3 года назад
@@poolplexer : I can comment when I decide to do it, and you cannot stop me, you cannot convince me, you cannot talk me out of it, you cannot talk me into something else, ond so on. I have my freedom to do whatever I decide to do, and nobody can stop me, not even you. I am older than you think, I am at the age of being a legal parent or guardian. Now scram, SlapKFD.
@joejia1410
@joejia1410 3 года назад
@@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 damn
@res0zsfa
@res0zsfa 3 года назад
@@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 that’s why I bought one lol. The designer of the hatchback makes gunpla so I’m guessing he was influenced by em
@benfearn7961
@benfearn7961 6 лет назад
A lot of people don't know this, but the seats actually do fold flat and the front seats can be pretty far back. The trick is to lift bottom of the back seats up and take the headrests out. There's a spot for the headrests in the back seats where rear passenger feet go. Other than that, great video!
@TeslaRoger
@TeslaRoger 7 лет назад
The production value of these videos are off the charts. Thanks for making them!
@vezzarn
@vezzarn 7 лет назад
He did search for a gentleman's club... so there was at least mention of hot babes.
@justingallagher4864
@justingallagher4864 7 лет назад
no joke. it's been awhile since i tuned in to this channel. it's better than...most everything I can think of.
@maltlickey
@maltlickey 7 лет назад
I test drove a 17' STI, 17' Golf R and a 17' Focus RS and I bought the Focus RS! Was the most exciting to drive of the three to me and the interior isn't nearly as tragic as people say. But hey, different strokes for different folks; it tickles my fancy and that's all that matters! Cheers!
@poker_18rs92
@poker_18rs92 5 лет назад
I'm curious as to what your thoughts are about the RS now? Do you still have it & how does it daily drive?
@marcov9808
@marcov9808 4 года назад
@@poker_18rs92 he sold it for a 19' STI
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
@@marcov9808 wouldn't be surprised those cars had engine problems
@lakshyamongia3270
@lakshyamongia3270 4 года назад
@@marcov9808 no for a type R
@MrYadamnare
@MrYadamnare 4 года назад
I test drove 17 sti 17 type r golf r cam SS and bought the RS as well. drove 58xxx miles in 2 years, and I daily 140mph btw school and work, car been to big bear 7 times, been in sand, mud, shit just goes, and tracked 2x. except a lot of paint chips car been amazing.
@brandonharper2990
@brandonharper2990 7 лет назад
why is he listening to a breastfeeding tutorial. rofl 29:54
@Black2005Lotus
@Black2005Lotus 6 лет назад
Training for going to the Gentlemen's club of course...
@CandleKern
@CandleKern 5 лет назад
LOL
@Reefer-Rampage69
@Reefer-Rampage69 5 лет назад
Cause he's self aware
@cantpassthebar
@cantpassthebar 4 года назад
@@Black2005Lotus That was my thought too lol
@matthewling3293
@matthewling3293 Месяц назад
If you know, you know😂😂
@k-peezy2723
@k-peezy2723 2 года назад
I know this is extremely out of the date/time continuum, but after watching this all I could think of were the issues that he brought up about the negatives were just about all resolved in the '17 model year cars with the RS2 package. Having owned said model and then reading up on all the goodies I took for granted over the original '16 cars like this one reviewed, I can agree to the detractions brought up in the video and happily say I never experienced them. So for whatever the non-binding two cents of a youtube commentor is worth, the RS is a great car and definite contender for this segment but only if you go '17 and later and RS2 package.
@buttdyno
@buttdyno 7 месяцев назад
Yep, they made the shocks a ton better in late 17. Sucks because everyone still has the first impressions. My '18 is pretty hot-hatch-normal for ride quality
@jay25f
@jay25f 7 лет назад
Thank you for the honest opinion in this review. I contacted TRI and donated $200 as I know all too well the issues Veterans face when they separate from the service, as I am one myself. Thank you for supporting a great cause and I will continue to tune in for future reviews.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+jay25f Thanks for helping them out, its a cool thing they are doing and helping people. Appreciate it. And those who do service deserve much more credit.
@topdogsean1
@topdogsean1 7 лет назад
Hands down one of the highest quality car reviewers on RU-vid today.
@joshs9066
@joshs9066 7 лет назад
Without question.
@flowersnake1017
@flowersnake1017 5 лет назад
Excusegeese
@MaxSpeedMike
@MaxSpeedMike 4 года назад
Agreed
@petel6945
@petel6945 4 года назад
Agreed. I can’t stand almost all youtube “car reviewers” except this guy.
@Hallowsaw
@Hallowsaw 3 года назад
Yeah definitely savagegeese and straightpipes. Those guys could make films their editing is so good
@junkfoodeater
@junkfoodeater 5 лет назад
Been daily my RS now for 3 years! I dont really get the bad ride talk (in soft mode), it's hard yes but i think this kind of car should be. I am european tho so we are used to a hard low ride on our hatchbacks and our regular sedan cars dont drive like a floating Buick yacht. Never had any problem with the car in 3 years! Only been in for regular services and that i can not say about any other car i have had. Well it is time for me to let it go soon but i will remember it as the most reliable car i ever had! And it's a FORD!?! to me thats amazing. I didnt think that when buying it thats for sure.
@robertsmuggles6871
@robertsmuggles6871 7 лет назад
Most professional, detailed review of any car I have ever watched. I look forward to watching more from savage geese.
@Flakey86
@Flakey86 7 лет назад
The geese were particularly savage in this video. They must know when the RS is near.
@IRONFOOT77
@IRONFOOT77 7 лет назад
Great review. You are one of the first reviewers that didn't just regurgitate facts and figures of the car's abilities. I loved how you gave the track perspective as well as on road use perspective. Keep up the great work
@Suters82
@Suters82 6 лет назад
Great review, stunning cinematography and a beautiful message behind it all!
@Flamboyant8
@Flamboyant8 7 лет назад
29:54 breastfeeding tutorial? lmao
@MKNYC_
@MKNYC_ 4 года назад
I live for these Easter eggs in his videos
@tbone1493
@tbone1493 7 лет назад
Great review as always. The production quality is always exceptional. Thanks for sharing the information about the charity, it was my pleasure to make a donation to such a cause.
@TIrizarry14
@TIrizarry14 4 года назад
I was able to take an RS on an extended test drive, I put the car in sport mode, kept the suspension in sport and didn’t hit the suspension button and the car rode way smoother than my Focus ST. I felt it to be super comfortable. When hating the suspension button to put it in the more aggressive dampening, the ride is definitely more bouncy and not comfortable, but when in normal suspension setting, it honestly rides great and the quality is really comfortable.
@giff74
@giff74 6 лет назад
I just found your channel. I'm so glad that someone is doing honest, critical reviews. I think most cars are made with a target audience in mind and you seem to point that out and tell us if we aren't that audience then the car may not be for us. I applaud this treatment and you high quality production work. Keep up the awesomeness!
@rkalla
@rkalla 7 лет назад
*Loved* the attention to tech details in this review and not just constant handies back and forth all day screaming about how life changing this car is.
@JCTiggs1
@JCTiggs1 7 лет назад
Why does this guy always sound pissed off?
@natec9719
@natec9719 5 лет назад
💯💯🤣🤣
@hazardeur
@hazardeur 4 года назад
I don't know why but it's why I subscribed. Real deal
@chooseymomschoose
@chooseymomschoose 3 года назад
"You know what the Midwest is?/Old and restless..."
@Gchang54
@Gchang54 3 года назад
I love it
@mcinnisthemenace216
@mcinnisthemenace216 3 года назад
@@chooseymomschoose Kanye west
@srvmotoman
@srvmotoman 6 лет назад
I found your channel a few weeks ago and I'm making my way through all the reviews. You are brutality honest with the pros and cons to the point where the viewer has to make the decision. Great f'ing job!
@glennda5id
@glennda5id 7 лет назад
I suspect that the muffler valve is to close off that port at low RPM to decrease pipe diameter and increase torque. At higher RPM it will open the valve. The idea is having two effective diameters for the exhaust system. Small diameter at low RPM and high diameter at high RPM.
@petermarcatili7748
@petermarcatili7748 7 лет назад
Just wanted to say thanks for a great review!! It's fantastic to see a comprehensive review that is forthright about some of the very real shortcomings of this car, whilst acknowledging its many strengths. I did buy the car sight unseen, and to be honest, I'm glad I did. Because if I'd taken it for a test drive I would have baulked at how hard the car is. In Australia we have a lot of course chip rads, and on our first drive, my wife and I were actually talking about packing earplugs in the glove box. The engine felt tight as hell and didn't seem all that keen to rev. The car felt wooden, stiff and like it was on stilts. But you know what? I don't know whether it is just getting used to it, but after about 1000km, the whole thing loosens up. The car just seems to come together, and I am absolutely loving it. Oh, and I was one of the "lucky" ones that got the old Microsoft Sync 2 version. I guess it's probably a case of not knowing what you're missing, but I have found it to be user friendly and intuitive, if a little dated in appearance. But the seating position really is "shit"! Too high, although the optional Recaro racing seats don't seem to have the under thigh issues that the standard Recaros shown in the video have. I fact the seats are fantastic, but you do sit way too high. The sound system is absolutely dreadful. In Australia we don't get any options other than the forged rims (which are actually the ones shown in the video) which come with the Cup 2 tyres - more on this later. As a result of this lack of options, the standard issue in Australia does not have the sub-woofer installed in the boot (trunk to you Americans). This means that there is a completely pointless foam floor under the carpet in the rear that serves no purpose other than to waste boot space. Removing this floor liberates space, both in depth and front to back width, but means that the carpet no longer fully covers the boot floor. This is alleviated somewhat by buying a rear floor liner (and I'm glad I did after a growler of beer leaked all over the place) but it's still a disappointing and pointless oversight that wastes interior space for no good reason. The lack of subwoofer leaves the stereo system sounding extremely flat, and no amount of audio adjustment helps this most underwhelming part of the whole package. As mentioned, the forged alloy/Cup 2 wheel/tyre option is the only one available in Australia (other than colour) and I went for this option mainly because the black forged alloys look far superior than the standard wheels which are finished in silver. I must disagree that you don't want the Cup 2 tyres for the road, they are EPIC! The grip afforded by them in combination with the AWD and torque vectoring system is simply astounding, and I fully intend to replace them, like for like, once they wear out. This thing defies physics in tight turns and, frankly, anyone who fully exploits the handling of the car with these tyres on a public road has a death wish and ought to be locked up. The car sends drive rearwards right at the point that front end grip is running out, and you can feel drive simultaneously being sent to the outside rear wheel while the torque vectoring grabs the inside front brake, tightening your cornering line. It takes a little getting used to, but once you do, you can lean on this car through corners in a way that is hugely confidence inspiring and that is really communicative. I'm continually amazed that a gar with 60% weight overt the front axle feels so balanced and RWD. Torque steer is noticeable in straight lines but, counter intuitively, dissipates the harder and with more steering lock you go into a corner. I optioned the "Magnetic" grey metallic and it's a lovely colour. Paint application appears to be generous but there is a noticeable and disappointing "orange peel" in the finish. This is somewhat alleviated by the colour, metallic and the application of an aftermarket protectant coating. I'd agree that the car doesn't really "special" or different to a more prosaic Focus, and I reckon I have had exactly zero people take a second look at it in six weeks of ownership. All in all I'm really pleased with the purchase. Yes, a Golf R of similar price beats the RS hands down for fit, finish and presentation. But when you're up for a good time.... ... good god!
@aRjayC28
@aRjayC28 7 лет назад
damn SG that intro was something that coulda been the commercial for the RS! love the cinematography and style of your videos, you got your own vibe going and I respect it. Will keep posted for more!
@martyjobs
@martyjobs 7 лет назад
You're the man. You are keeping it real. I can't thank you enough. New subscriber right here!
@AbendscheinLGN
@AbendscheinLGN 7 лет назад
Dude, you didn't fold that seat down properly. The seats fold flat.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+Abendschein No other hatch requires the absurd amount of steps to fold seats down psuedo flat. Even then its still not flat as cargo floor is still higher because styrofoam tray.
@AbendscheinLGN
@AbendscheinLGN 7 лет назад
Pseudo flat? Other than the cargo height difference, it's pretty flat. Pseudo flat would be what you did here. Also, it's not a lot of steps. The only annoying part is taking the headrests out. Even then it takes less than 30 seconds. Which I do agree need a better place to go. In the Mazda 3 hatches you pull them out and there's a place specifically for them.
@jaredshelton4718
@jaredshelton4718 6 лет назад
The seats do not fold flat, they are always arched like that
@mokkema1
@mokkema1 6 лет назад
Love your videos, but Abendschein is right. The seats do fold flat... certainly enough to call it "flat" when done correctly. Not a huge deal, but you did miss that detail, and it kind of throws your criticism out the window.
@othium4759
@othium4759 6 лет назад
I had a 2003 Matrix XRS that need the same amount of steps/effort/work to fold the seats completely down.
@BarryBethal-yv2oz
@BarryBethal-yv2oz 5 лет назад
Savagegeese .. your videos are fantastic I have learned a lot listening to them. I had an RS and just sold it to buy a Golf R or an Audi S3 after test driving the golf and Audi I am thinking of buying another RS the ride is a bit harsh especially with the dampers in sport mode, however the residual values are always good on RS's.
@mikufocusrs9446
@mikufocusrs9446 5 лет назад
This video was well photographed, it has excellent audio and video content. Great job. I like your approach to the review (in the shop, with passengers, on track) Keep up the good work!
@mattb3910
@mattb3910 7 лет назад
did you adjust the dampers at all to the softest setting? That and maybe 17 or 18" would help.
@chadsingleton7632
@chadsingleton7632 7 лет назад
ahhh I hated this car until this review. You mean I can fit half eaten roadkill and adult magazines in the boot. SOLD 👍
@kurtmoon6456
@kurtmoon6456 7 лет назад
I love this car review. I really want this car a lot, but you really pointed out key points I never would have checked before I bought it. Personally I don't mind about the bumpy ride or the exhaust sounds. But this was an amazing in depth review and really made me recognize certain things I would need to do if I owned this car.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+Kurt Moon Glad you found value in it, if you are ready for the compromises it will generate smiles
@TheBlangeaas
@TheBlangeaas 6 лет назад
Savagegeese. My hat is off to you sir. I have been a sports car/70s era muscle car fan for most of my 39 year long life. In that time and space, I have never seen a more entertaining, intelligent, and unbiased review of automobiles. Everything you make is gold. If you have a Patreon account, I would be happy to pay a monthly prescription for extra content.
@azguitar
@azguitar 4 года назад
Great review! Thank you for helping me to cross this car off my want list. Not to mention my recent unpleasant experience at an Idaho Ford dealership where they refused to let me test drive a used (25,000 mile) 2017 Shelby GT350.
@malcolmh5736
@malcolmh5736 6 лет назад
Thanks for the vid and 'real world' edge and appreciate the tech/mechanics observations, too. Gotta say, though, even some of your praises have a tone of "I hate it" haha. I find the front seat awesome! The passenger is definitely too high though. I've a 2017 RS2 and really like it a lot. You said it's a negative thing that it's not "special" when just driving it in a non-spirited way, which is your bias. My bias is that it's a wolf in sheep's clothing and I like the design. ..well, the front end is no sleeper, though. However, I get several thumbs up from strangers every week...sometimes one a day or a few a day. My RS jumps when I say jump and no wheel-hop and it just sticks to the road. It's my daily driver. I do wish it had a better turning radius though and a smaller diameter steering wheel...I agree with you there. Regarding the stiff suspension, the down side is well, stiff and some might feel harsh and the upside is, a very competent handling that is solid and ready for the next bump without mushy softness. Is this car for everyone? Of course not. The Recaro seats don't really fit obese people, which the USA isn't all too lacking of. The RS has a lot and is a lotta bang for the buck. I test drove the Golf R and no available heated steering wheel, is also AWD but is front-wheel drive bias, which lends to oversteering into the corners vs the RS not. The exhaust is great and pops
@wyattolsen584
@wyattolsen584 5 лет назад
You can turn off the sport mode suspension by pressing the left lever button in track mode! You receive the same performance boost and with a comfortable ride quality.
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
So then why even have that sport mode? Looks like Ford dropped the ball in that area
@victorchen8484
@victorchen8484 7 лет назад
Really good high quality review. Good Job, hope you do more of them
@John__Doe__
@John__Doe__ 6 лет назад
Best reviewer ever! love the ''In the shoppe''! Continue great work. Subscribed
@ultratacoRX7
@ultratacoRX7 7 лет назад
If the RS is "just a focus", then the STi is "just an impreza" and the evo is "just a lancer". I traded in a 2013 Focus ST for an RS and it feels (and sounds) like a very different car. (and I love it). That said, it is still a hatch, not a true sports car which is why I'm saving for a Lotus. :)
@iTz_FLAwL3zZ
@iTz_FLAwL3zZ 6 лет назад
Traded in my 15 ST for a brand new 17 RS just a month ago and I have absolutely no regrets about it.
@j.s.3414
@j.s.3414 5 лет назад
That would be true if the Evo and the STi weren't designed and created for race application. Nothing is retrofit on the Evo or STi...but most of the good bits on the RS are...it was built purely for market competition, not race competition (which is where the Mitsubishi Evolution and Subaru WRX STi come from).
@dojyr3130
@dojyr3130 5 лет назад
@@iTz_FLAwL3zZ Do you still have the RS? I have an 18 F150 and unfortunately probably won't ever own a RS, but I absolutely love them. Break my neck every time one passes me. Do you still like it?
@rhajaro4909
@rhajaro4909 4 года назад
@jakeSINbernhard. I traded my 14' ST1 for my now 16' RS2 and I have 0 regrets. Occasionally I want a little more power, but overall it's the perfect car imo.
@nonooohlii
@nonooohlii 4 года назад
@@dojyr3130 I went from a 2014 focus st2 to a 2017 focus rs. I was majorly dissapointed that there's hardly any differences in the interior, but i do love my rs. I feel like the st had more personality( i think that's due to the fact that my st was full bolt ons and had a catless downpipe) but the power delivery and cornering in the rs is far superior. After a tune, an intake and exhaust, the rs has definitely come closer to the spirit of the st, and much much faster lol. Since I'm short (5'7) i feel like the rs has a proper seat height. I've sat in cars with lower seats and i feel like I'm trapped in a bucket. Now i gotta get the wife a tundra and I'll be completely content with my vehicles haha.
@poker_18rs92
@poker_18rs92 4 года назад
I just test drove a '17 on the 405 FWY last weekend & I thought the ride quality was just fine? Idk, maybe it's just me but I loved the car, however I don't love the prices on them.
@TheyCallMeDj56
@TheyCallMeDj56 7 лет назад
Let some light on the hype! I've always enjoyed your reviews and comments on everything you've made.
@DoctorPPants
@DoctorPPants 6 лет назад
By far the most comprehensive review I've seen. Thanks
@Affalterbach1967
@Affalterbach1967 7 лет назад
Should we settle for the Focus RS, or wait for a revival of the Probe GT, designed by Mazda ? Of course for winter and family errands, I would have a GLC43.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+Affalterbach 1967 Probe GT and Tempo RS is what I am waiting for.
@tylerwatt12
@tylerwatt12 7 лет назад
@29:54 lol. your videos keeping me on my toes as always.
@Antenox
@Antenox 7 лет назад
Tyler Watthanaphand Breastfeeding at a gentleman's club? Well then......
@fnurple3426
@fnurple3426 6 лет назад
You're my new favorite reviewer. You point out gripes no one else mentions but are all the things I would notice, and would bug me, if I drove it. Keep speaking your truth. Thank you.
@garetht1236
@garetht1236 7 лет назад
This is the video I've been looking for. Very informative and thank you for your honest personal opinion savagegeese.
@Boostlagg
@Boostlagg 7 лет назад
Focus RS really wasn't meant for the track, they never were. There are very few cars in the world that can keep up with a Focus RS in the mountain twisties.
@eppyz
@eppyz 4 года назад
My Evo 9 MR would 😎
@justinc.6339
@justinc.6339 4 года назад
I live in mountains seen all my friends sti and wrx shit the bed.. 2 motors some 3 motors later lmao. No thanks subaru. Boxer sucks
@ultratacoRX7
@ultratacoRX7 4 года назад
I've had mine on track twice. It was great :)
@AngelManuelPerez
@AngelManuelPerez 7 лет назад
Thanks for the video! Something else to note is how crazy the overpricing of this car is in dealers. If you walk into any of them the cheapest you'll find ranges from 45k to even 60k(CRAZY) depending where you live... and for that amount of money I'd compromise on a GLA45 AMG...How I wish the A45 AMG or the RS3 hatch came to the US >.
@conalgardner
@conalgardner 7 лет назад
you always give the best reviews! extremely thorough😊
@EYE50MM
@EYE50MM 6 лет назад
Good grief dude, this is the best Ford Focus RS review out there. Thanks for making it and taking the time to inform us on the real world everyday Ford Focus RS.
@jrzez
@jrzez 7 лет назад
Yeah... it's a $40k car for a reason, not for the interior. Sad to see you comment like this because it's pretty common sense with any history of cars derived from lessers like your WRX/STI, Evos, etc. You are paying for that performance and handling. Yeah, gas pedal, you got it, i'm with you on that, and yes aftermarket fixed it already. Not sure what type of ride you're looking for as things only get crazy in Track mode. Car is perfectly livable to "most" people who buy these cars I'd imagine, no reason to scare away people for no reason. You are falling into the same trap the big names in reviews do. You're asking for a lot more for unnecessary things like an even better interior, thus driving the cost up even more. You can't price this thing up in the $50K mark, driving this level of performance away from another set of people. And the regular focus interior feels better than a $20k car out of the box. The interior is super quiet, especially when you take the whole literally 2 seconds to disable the fake noises. If anything, the exhaust is too quiet overall on the car. Interior doesn't make a performance car "feel" special. It's driving that does, and this car delivers that in spades. The Recaro seats are great, i'm over 6' tall. The steering wheel feels great, and has great feedback. Shifter and clutch, great. Perhaps you're too jaded driving cars far more expensive than this. But you need to realign your baselines and perspectives. Don't be afraid to give credit where it's due, and sit back and think about things more for establishing a proper and realistic baseline where things should be compared to. The car lives to the hype, and to many of it's owners, beyond. It is what it is, and Ford gave a great product. There are not many cars as usable as this everyday that has the level of performance it has. I'll agree with others that there are few, if any cars that are faster than this thing on your common backroad.
@shaft9000
@shaft9000 7 лет назад
Glad to see you like it and I'm sure the positives far outweigh the negatives. I don't think they are complaining so much as expressing an awareness of what the car is and is not. But the report that the driving position sucks is crucial - very few reviewers will address this and it's core to any sports car, and/or one to sit in for long. Perhaps it doesn't bother you so much because you're taller. And the heat/boost issues that have to be managed electronically mean that while it may be faster (for a while) it can't keep that level of performance up for very long, I reckon. It's a goofy segment where a subaru or evo is "the standard"...imagine if Honda circa '99 had dabbled in rally and made an AWD hot hatch. Or if Ford had designed focus to fully accommodate AWD platform from get-go.... we would likely be in a bit different game now.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+jrzez Its more about leveling the expectations about the limitations of the car. At the press event the American Product planner got out of the Mazda3 with me and straight up said they are benchmarking it for the NEW focus. Its just a dated setup compared to the other C segment cars, thats a reality. Does that mean its bad? No. Veloster owners dont like hearing it either. Credit was given all through out the video on what they were able to do I agree with all your points. But that does not mean the car gets a pass on the negatives because of it. This is not a car for everyone for sure thats why the final thoughts are dont order one without driving it first, namely if you have your expectations set higher. As far as fixing pedals, disabling digi sound, again its a pointed at Ford... Fix it and give owners a way of disabling without modding car. Your comment was very sorted btw, thanks.
@mattmolloy636
@mattmolloy636 7 лет назад
jrzez You have to consider that $40k usually gets you better quality, you can get a brand new Lexus ISF for $40k. Yeah, I understand that this is performance oriented and it's sort of in the same vein as shitting on a Lotus for not being comfortable, but it's a suped up economy car that lacks elements that hurt its daily driver use (which is what most people buy a Ford Focus for) as well as its track capability. I'm young, and even I wouldn't be down for those seats with zero adjustability, and for that price you shouldn't get a throttle pedal that moves around like wacky waving inflatable tube man. Besides, most of his negative comments on the interior were driver centric, and since its marketed as a drivers car they could afford to make the interior cater to the driver more. It wasn't like SG harped on baby seats or rear DVD screens or w/e.
@ponygt6629
@ponygt6629 7 лет назад
I too think U missed a crucial point There is nothing like a Focus RS in US, sure 1 can say there is Golf R,there is STi, there is EVO X, but frankly nothing convinced me as much as the RS despite its stupid ride quality and fake noises and actually a good interior that felt better than a lot of $40k cars at this price point, except for maybe Golf R, some Acuras etc The RS is a car for some1 special, its not for every 1, its not at all easy on the owner, it demands some skill as well for 40k U can get a super loaded SS or a V6 RS which I see as best alternatives to FoRS, but they dont have 4 doors, no way nearly as refined, pathetic to see out, See nothing is perfect, and somethings are over perfect(Golf 7R) The RS I think is an imperfect drivers car, thats special because not every 1 wud own it but the hardcore ones ONLY
@MrEvoToYou
@MrEvoToYou 7 лет назад
I don't think other reviewers were dishonest about their enthusiasm for the RS. I just think they spent most of their time driving the RS where it is awesome: On track and in the mountains. +jrzez I like your perspectives, and as an owner with 3k miles on his RS, I agree with most of them. In particular, I agree with your mindset that, like an Evo or an STI, the Focus RS isn't a car you buy because you want a luxurious interior that makes you feel special and coddled. (That's the Golf R!) Regardless, the interior still feels well put together, of good quality, and with money spent on all the things which make the driver happy: seats, steering wheel, shifter. +savagegeese Speaking of those Recaro seats and the way the leading edge of the seat cushion digs into your thighs, I had the same complaint when I bought the car. However, after a few months they've broken-in and shaped to my legs, and I now find them very comfortable and supporting. I have no problem doing 8 hour drives in them. In fact, the majority of owners seem very happy with the seats, which is a relief considering how little adjustability they have. I agree with you that the seats could go a little lower in the car. I think the best points of this review are how the RS is most fun when really driven hard but yet there are real concerns about how the car will deal with the rigors of the track, considering its cooling and camber limitations. (I haven't gotten mine on a track yet.) I also completely agree that the suspension is unnecessarily hard, even in Normal mode, and other sporting cars manage better rides with just as impressive handling. I'm tempted to find a better ride-and-handling balance in the aftermarket because I agree Ford missed here. For me, there are two areas where the RS really shines. The first is the steering quickness: I love how little steering input I need to make the RS dive into corners, and how the RS has the precision of handling to match that quick rack. There is an aura of sport and agility imbued in the RS just from its steering personality. The second is the AWD torque vectoring and how it gives the RS multiple distinct different personalities depending on the mode. The car feels incredibly neutral on-power in Track mode, which is very confidence inspiring and let's you take corners are incredible speeds. Then, in Drift mode, the RS feels curiously nimble and very over-vectored, but provides a whole different fun game for you to play behind the wheel: How much steering angle can I replace in this corner with throttle/torque-vectoring? The answer is quite a bit! The RS makes my giggle and laugh, and I think it is a little misleading to say it drives like a RWD car, because there is no other car I've driven (I'm piloted the Evo X and GT-R) that so aggressively and obviously routes power to affect its handling. Thanks for the review! If anyone wants to see my in-depth thoughts about the RS, I have posts here: steeringcolumn.kinja.com/long-term-2016-ford-focus-rs-1783790121 steeringcolumn.kinja.com/comparison-2016-ford-focus-rs-2016-vw-golf-r-2016-su-1785284597 steeringcolumn.kinja.com/long-term-update-2016-ford-focus-rs-1786785746
@FlyinGato
@FlyinGato 7 лет назад
Good work on the review, I've been watching each one, and the honesty / "in the shoppe" are probably the best parts. There is one correction to be made on this vid: The back seats do fold flat, if you lift up the rear seat bottoms up, it craeates a flat cargo space, almost as good as the Fit.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
Thank you for that, noted on the seats.
@ryanb8736
@ryanb8736 7 лет назад
I've seen a lot of reviews in my life, but this is the best style one. The good, the bad, the ugly, and the ok. I love how honest and direct you are. Kudos and keep them coming!
@FaigMasimov
@FaigMasimov 6 лет назад
I have watched tons of car reviewers, but this guy is another level. Thanks man
@drtvcheng
@drtvcheng 7 лет назад
The Golf R is too refined but this RS is too econobox for you. Maybe you should fly over to Europe to test drive a Renault Megane RS.
@juliantyler9286
@juliantyler9286 4 года назад
About to pick up a low miles 2017- they were a value for money when new at 40k, but now that the hype has died they're a steal for mid 20's! Also for some of us an understated drivers car is waaaaay better than looking like we belong in the "flashy Camaro or mustang that I rev but never actually drive" club.
@lukeskywalker1840
@lukeskywalker1840 3 месяца назад
Never in my life have I seen one sell in the mid 20s.
@ByPeterJames
@ByPeterJames 6 лет назад
Fun fact about those worried about cargo space, the back seats can actually be put down all the way (for a somewhat flat surface). Simply remove the headrests, pull up where one sits (to release it), and boom!
@davidvang09
@davidvang09 7 лет назад
Great review and great quick review on the STI. Now you need to review the WRX! Keep it up!
@TaigaXZ
@TaigaXZ 7 лет назад
Your voice is so condescending I can't really tell if you like the car or not lmao
@CalgaryHyundai13
@CalgaryHyundai13 6 лет назад
Raptor I know, it's driving me insane.
@15aac
@15aac 6 лет назад
Raptor You only think that because you either didn’t listen properly or you did not watch the full video
@Gorilla_Jones
@Gorilla_Jones 6 лет назад
Speedy Motions 403 You both have issues being humans.
@flowersnake1017
@flowersnake1017 5 лет назад
I don't think he knows either...
@TERRORIZERRRR
@TERRORIZERRRR 7 лет назад
What's up with the horror movie background music though?
@knievel8727
@knievel8727 4 года назад
Sounds more like war music like in the game Total War
@amsingh3041
@amsingh3041 7 лет назад
What an awesome review, so in depth and informing, loved it.
@fusionvic
@fusionvic 4 года назад
We use Skilcraft products at work... The quality is spotty. Highlighters and dry erase markers - might as well forget about them, they dry up before they are out of the box. The only really goodness to trueness Skilcraft product I use is their Skilcraft Government pens. They were in the news a few years ago that offered to sell them to the general public. These had to pass a stringent set of military requirements, like write continuously for 1 mile or 5280 feet. There are anecdotal tales of using the spring for a gun part in a worst case scenario, and the pen tube for an emergency tracheotomy, or how the outer diameter of the pen is identical to that of a 5.56 round so it can be used to help your buddy pass qualification at the range. I have been using the same one for over 2 years of everyday writing at work. It's still just as good as a new one out of the box. The Skilcraft steno books are also good for taking notes, but I found Five Star to offer more durable and better memo books in the commercial market.
@pete-ex7qt
@pete-ex7qt 5 лет назад
I test drove a 2017 Focus RS and the acceleration blew my mind. If you want a hatch/hot 4 that is faster you are entering AMG and Audi territory. The car handled like it was on rails. I have also read/watched multiple reviews praising the handling. I guess that is how subjective reviews of any type can be. In fact I liked the ride/handling and acceleration so much. I bought the car. :)
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
The interior kills it for me at that price point. Which is why I'd rather go for a civic type r
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
@AZ Niteforce cool story kid. I've been in both thankfully, and it truly looks like for went to autozone to get their gauges, interior is all plastic fuck that at 40k? Lol
@justinc.6339
@justinc.6339 4 года назад
I see an rs up for sale for 25k at ford lol.. no where near 40k
@justinc.6339
@justinc.6339 4 года назад
Unless you lookimg to get into a 2018 which is stupid unless you got bucksm only because theres only 500 red and 500 blue so its more rare compaired to many makes
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
@@justinc.6339 never seen an rs at 25k at any dealer. Not even private sellers selling below 30k
@dannonyogurt98
@dannonyogurt98 7 лет назад
I feel like most of these issues could be corrected by not being 300 years old.
@gmiles7217
@gmiles7217 5 лет назад
I never comment but did this guy just endorse a company that employs special needs people, and then use the phrase "tard it up" really???
@sandyshoremann7524
@sandyshoremann7524 5 лет назад
@@gmiles7217 I could not find that reference, but the Common phrase is "Tart it up". Possibly you misheard.
@perditionluc
@perditionluc 5 лет назад
@@gmiles7217 he said "tart it up". Which means something akin to "lipstick on a pig". You misheard, calm it down.
@joetarrant99
@joetarrant99 7 лет назад
I have said this before, but this is by far the most real and honest review channel out there. The amazing cinematography helps too!
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+Joe Tarrant Thank you for that Joe, its appreciated.
@Xavipie91
@Xavipie91 5 лет назад
Beautiful calm video and detailed , great job!
@NearTheLimits
@NearTheLimits 7 лет назад
Let's Focus on what this car is really all about.
@frankrowe7892
@frankrowe7892 7 лет назад
Got mine in July after waiting 3 months love it!
@vatchec8853
@vatchec8853 6 лет назад
You just won me over as a subscriber. Your reviews are the best I have seen on youtube. You cover all of the aspects that I personally think about and your straight forward analysis is greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot for your work.
@TheAdventureAuto
@TheAdventureAuto 7 лет назад
Awesome review like usual, letting the average buyer know the true details of what the car will be like. At one point I was very interested in getting one, but have moved on. It ended up being way over hyped and looks much better on paper than the road. I still love the styling and the fact that its a hot hatch. Most manufacturers are dragging their feet with them.
@tattude1974
@tattude1974 7 лет назад
TheMiata Drive one...lol Anyone that does, loved it! There is a comfort/normal setting which is fine on US roads so no issue...the car beats cars that cost 2, 3, and even 4 times as much on various tracks and is a very fun daily driver on normal roads.
@mred9161
@mred9161 7 лет назад
Problem is that half the things he bangs on about can be turned off with a single button press. Nobody should need to drive the car on track mode on the road if you look at the settings differences between modes, to me I'd say he's exposed for knowing less about the car than he'd like you to believe.
@MP422ownz
@MP422ownz 6 лет назад
My RS is an amazing car.... the handling and the way it slices through traffic on the expressways and parkways.... this suspension mode he is trashing is the track mode... you can disable the stiff dampers on the fly as there is a button on the blinker stalk and also the seats do fold flat he just didn't know that. He nit picked this car... didn't even mention drift mode which is basically RWD mode.
@robertbarnhart7415
@robertbarnhart7415 6 месяцев назад
Always some clown that knows it all?RS is the best handling I've set my ass in ever!!Have driven many super cars you should be reviewing second hand lawnmowers.
@dongypooh
@dongypooh 7 лет назад
A first time to the channel here. Howdy. For a guy who was interested in the car to begin with, I was not hearing anything new in the video. Is it an economy car with go-fast bolt ons? Yes. Were there compromises made? Of course. Is this a race car? No. Are pizzas awesome? Absolutely! What I was hoping, though, I'd hear something from the mechanic dude of his insight. I was all excited to see the mechanic dude..., then he said about, 20 words, maybe. The rest of the video was filled with a soothing spoken word performance, which I'm not too big on, with no new information. Neither a CONCISE driver's opinion, who will get this car for what it is. How's the pedal spacing to you - can you heel-and-toe on it? How's the seating position to you? How's the steering feel/steering ratio to you? How does the brake/brake pedal feel to you? I haven't heard. Thanks for supporting a good cause.
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+dongypooh A lot of that is covered in the interior section of the video maybe you didnt catch it. Pedal spacing is ok but footwell intrusion on accelerator pedal is bad along with deflection. Harder to heel toe with larger feet. Steering feel is ok similar to ST and steering rack is quick but with poor turning circle. I terms of reliability, it's a Focus so any issues from that platform will be here and even more exaggerated from the ST. The hard ride will also do a number on interior panels and expect NVH and rattles. And lastly driver position is bad, we talk about that in supplemental video.
@jponz85
@jponz85 4 года назад
Bro, did you even watch the video? He covered all those questions
@EastwindS2K
@EastwindS2K 6 лет назад
I have a odd question. Do you know if that Brembo brake kit fits on a 08 S2k with 18” wheels?
@mrbbs
@mrbbs 7 лет назад
I watched all your videos and I am grateful that someone who is doing car reviews is daring to do it honestly. So big respect to you! I hope you can continue it like this. I was waiting for this review, because I couldn't find myself in the reviews of the media. I've driven 3 different Focus RS to be sure of my explanation here below, so it is not a coincidence. I was shopping for a Focus RS myself but was hugely disappointed. Mainly because I want to compare it with a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (and in lesser extend the Subaru WRX STi). I owned both a EVO VI RS2 and VIII MR RS and drove them for 5-6 years. You ticked the notes right on the suspension part, however I cannot agree on the drivetrain part. Here is where Ford fails big time. My main issues are: - as the car is mainly FWD, it pulls massively to the left/right. My last test was a bit better than the first two cars I've driven.. - when you try left foot braking, the RWD disconnects for a fraction of second, however if at that moment you're in the middle of a drift the car will push you immediately in understeer. Not fun! I'm trying to explain. Maybe you can compare it to your and Turboswki's findings. Haldex system as found on the Volkswagen products are no fun. Ford has taken it differently. The have a 100% limited slip differential at the rear with a different "transmission" than the front differential. With this system in place, Ford let's the rear differential run 20% faster than the front wheels. Normally that would be insane: your tires would wear like crazy because the rear end would push the front wheels. However on the Focus RS, the rear wheels are not connected to the diff, at least not as long the clutch doesn't operate. So if you're attacking the corners then the electronics are engaging and releasing the clutch all the time. Probably only for the outer-side wheel.. so on the moment when you are left foot braking and on the same time giving throttle, then the clutches would accelerate the wheel whilst you would slow down the wheel. As they would probably would wear out the clutch/brakes and driveshafts they've chosen to deactivate the differential clutches from when the moment you press the brake pedal. When drifting the car the car will be often 3wd instead of 4wd (unlike the permanent 4wd systems found on the Lancer Evolution / WRX STi), because only the outer side wheel is driven. This system has serious drawbacks. When you attack a corner hard first you'll have understeer, when you apply throttle from the apex you'll be trown into oversteer. This way you cannot be precise like an EVO/Sti. And it's not at all confidence inspiring. I tried to contact Ford to address and discuss this issues, but they haven't contacted me. Hopefully Ford will still take note of these finding and do something about it. I'm disappointed because I really wanted to buy a Focus RS, so Ford, please resolve this issues in the next Focus and I will be glad to publish my finding again.
@sparks2429
@sparks2429 4 года назад
I thought I had moved on, but this review really awoke my passion for this car again. I've driven a Focus ST for two years, yet this car was always the "goal for me"... but now idk. So much time has passed. I'm finally in a place to purchase an RS, but it doesn't seem worth it anymore. Compared to newer cars, it seems dated. Idk if having a car payment for the same platform for 2 more wheels spinning and 100+ hp is worth it anymore payment wise. Emotionally, I feel like I'm missing out tho
@yukoncorneliusthelegendhim9751
@yukoncorneliusthelegendhim9751 3 года назад
did you end up buying it?
@sparks2429
@sparks2429 3 года назад
@@yukoncorneliusthelegendhim9751 No lol. Still have the ST. I'm gonna drive it into the ground
@Beanjuice
@Beanjuice 7 лет назад
It sucks that the only local dealership that has one of these marked it up 25k over msrp. Pretty fucking stupid because they have a GT350 that is about 5 grand cheaper.
@LansPacifico
@LansPacifico 7 лет назад
Thank god the one I ordered 2 weeks ago didn't have that ADM lol!
@mred9161
@mred9161 7 лет назад
But the GT350 is heavy and far less engaging. It's a cruiser not a performance car. For that money and sector I'd be looking at E92 M3's.
@JurisKankalis
@JurisKankalis 6 лет назад
Watching these older reviews just can't believe how honest and non-ass licking they are. Happy new year and keep up the good work!
@Zander13Productions
@Zander13Productions 7 лет назад
what did you like driving better, this or the sti?
@TMS5100
@TMS5100 7 лет назад
haha wow, if you rip the rs interior like that, i'd love to see a review of the subaru sti interior. that would be really savage.
@JonathanTyas
@JonathanTyas 5 лет назад
I find the review a bit odd, the ride is slated, however you go on to say its great on track and unbelievable on the road. Thats why it is firm. Then you say you feel nothing driving it, after saying the drive is unbelievable...feel nothing as built on an economy platform, what does the platform matter? If it performs well it is good and it does perform well. I own a 2017 RS and dont mind the ride....in normal mode at least. I used to have a 2009 Audi S3 and that really did have a brittle ride, but you got nothing back in return that had poor handling. In comparison the RS is pin sharp.
@flowersnake1017
@flowersnake1017 5 лет назад
Excusegeese contradicts himself all the time! It's odd
@Coasterteen22
@Coasterteen22 5 лет назад
The problem with the RS on the street is that it's too competent to be fun at legal speeds. On a empty back road with no traffic it is a riot, but for day to day stuff the ride quality and crossover driving position kill the fun. Note: They fixed the damping rates starting with mid 2017 production dates, which likely fixed the main ride quality issue. More Stiff =\ more performance
@wareverwarever9200
@wareverwarever9200 5 лет назад
Do blown head gaskets contribute to cooling the engine as well, since it produces so much heat? seems so.
@evoivowner7732
@evoivowner7732 7 лет назад
Great, balanced review. Very interesting to see a multitude of assessments including a look at the floorpan and the subtleties of the interior.
@DeafJamPunks
@DeafJamPunks 5 лет назад
Bought myself an ST, first actual car purchase after my 2003 Mustang which I got for a whopping grand as a first car. That being said, coming from an old mustang the ST/RS is a really big treat, especially to a young driver. I did actually work for a dealership for some time, and had many opportunities to drive everything from Mustang GTs, Raptors, a GT350 (once) as well as the various other ST cars such as the Fiesta, Edge, and Explorer before I found my new job. I found the ST series very appealing for the same reasons Savage disliked it. It doesn't look like a $25,000 car (not what I paid for mine), but handles very nicely. With minor modifications, I was able to take my ST and turn it into a street-pounding little sleeper. And that feeling of pride and ownership of something so seemingly innocuous that will take the wind out of many sails is my #1 turn on about these cars. That being said, I really disliked the overall presentation of the video. Narration was outright dour and the only reason I almost finished the video was hoping something would perk this guy's attitude up. This was my first time watching videos from this channel, and likely the last. Which sucks, because this guy knows what he's doing but he can't do it in a way that's satisfying to watch. If Jeremy Clarkson can say the RS200 handles like shit and within 30 seconds lose his ever-loving mind when the boost kicks in, there's no reason this guy can't either. Maybe it has something to do with living in Shitcago.
@thomas0086
@thomas0086 4 года назад
Well this guy is as his name suggests. Straight savage. His is a critical analyst not a comedic satirical entertainer like Clarkson. Watch his other videos and even though he is usually morose, the quality, information and detail are unmatched by other reviewers.
@poker_18rs92
@poker_18rs92 5 лет назад
Can you do a review on a 2018 final edition RS? I've been told improvements were made to the ride quality & would love to here your points-of-view on the 2018s?
@Guillaume0688
@Guillaume0688 4 года назад
i can do that for you. Harder steering feel because lsd, bit lower sitting position , no issues after 10k. Michelin PSS are more than capable and durable for street and fast roads/ curves! I drive on normal suspensions settings, but even stiff mode is not like him on video lol. 22 mpg. PPF all over the paint to prevent paint chips. Fun, fun and more fun :)
@bokiNYC
@bokiNYC 4 года назад
@@Guillaume0688 Interesting, are you saying that the 201i comes with mechanical LSD in the front while the 16's and 17's didn't have it? Or you installed the LSD on your own? Thanks.
@Guillaume0688
@Guillaume0688 4 года назад
@@bokiNYC every edition rs has LSD installed from factory
@arion45
@arion45 7 лет назад
I would like to see you give your impression of the focus ST vs RS to see if they are worth the price difference.
@towerempire
@towerempire 7 лет назад
Your videos have always been quality. Yet you doing the fundraising shout out made me donate to help. Dunno if it's that I'm just getting older but that's a nice thing you did there to help. please keep up the great reviews and edits.
@bshah4831
@bshah4831 5 лет назад
Tyres. After using the Michelin Sport 4s at the UK tyre setting of 41 psi front and 38 psi rear I suffer less bouncy suspension. Edit - I've added a LSD on the front and now have great front end control when accelerating. Edit2: the recommended tyre pressure for the street is not 46PSI!!! It is 41psi front and 38psi rear. If you use 46psi, it'll be very bouncy
@crosstolerance
@crosstolerance 4 года назад
I plan on buying the Michelin Sport 4S tires with BBS wheels for my 14' Focus ST. Do you recommend these tires with aftermarket coilovers? Currently use 18" Continental DSW 06 tires and they do not compliment my suspension, in which I've painstakingly adjusted the ride height and dampening settings just right.
@theshapeofpunk2comee
@theshapeofpunk2comee 7 лет назад
Thanks for keeping it real... another great review... i think ill keep my FiST
@williecoyote1478
@williecoyote1478 7 лет назад
Re your video clips on ride bouncing - Can you advise what setting you were on? - Was it Normal mode or Sport with the dampers on?
@savagegeese
@savagegeese 7 лет назад
+Grant Spiers Mix of both.
@hishamdahud
@hishamdahud 2 года назад
I own a 2016 RS and love it more as time goes on. BUT… the most important part of this video is the very end, do a longer than usual test drive with it before buying. That ride is not for everyone and it can be brutal for daily driving, especially in the city. I drive my girl’s VW Tiguan for anything more than 45 minutes of “normal” driving so I’ve found this car is best enjoyed in short bursts specifically when you wanna smash it. Drive it that often on the right roads and it’s always a special experience. Never selling mine.
@Spart1269
@Spart1269 5 лет назад
Idk man. I’ve just bought the 2018 model and I love it. Before that I’ve owned an 03 Celica, a 2015 fiesta ST, and a 2015 STi. The RS is definitely my favourite so far. About the stif ride, I don’t really mind. All my cars have been pretty stiff and I haven’t noticed that much difference with this one. Really standard for me.
@surfside75
@surfside75 5 лет назад
Bro yr Ballin 😂
@gregblack8550
@gregblack8550 5 лет назад
Sure it’s your fav now. I’m betting not what you will say when it’s gone.
@Spart1269
@Spart1269 3 года назад
@@gregblack8550 I just might sell it in the coming months and the idea saddens me a little. I haven’t changed my mind so far and doubt I will. I love this car.
@5.0_Lex_
@5.0_Lex_ 2 года назад
@@Spart1269 what makes you want to sell it? Im on the edge of getting a later 17 RS with the rs2 package
@Daywalker_Lee
@Daywalker_Lee 7 лет назад
Thank you for the honest review. I had considered this car for a daily driver but the seats & suspension are a deal killer...
@tinysurvivor4663
@tinysurvivor4663 7 лет назад
Thank you Mr. Goose for another great review
@FastLifeVlog
@FastLifeVlog 7 лет назад
If RS is that bad which other car is better in this price range?
@grahamwhite9138
@grahamwhite9138 6 лет назад
That's what I want to know.
@j.s.3414
@j.s.3414 5 лет назад
For what application?
@sbklvr
@sbklvr 5 лет назад
Graham White base Alfa Guilia, 38k, civic type r, 35k.
@starseed-9656
@starseed-9656 5 лет назад
@@sbklvr slower they are
@fantomg100
@fantomg100 5 лет назад
Golf R way better
@lauzon73
@lauzon73 7 лет назад
Destination : Gentleman's club.... Song playing : Breastfeeding Pumping ; Breastfeeding tutorial Great choice lol
@ChillWeezy
@ChillWeezy 7 лет назад
i love your reviews....I saw a lot of Ford RS reviews videos / written reviews. I thought to myself I think most of they were "paid" for their reactions. I happy to see you doing this review like your past reviews and go deep down to things about the cars that you review. Thank you for being so honest and not being "paid" to make it seem this is the Car of the Year for Ford.
@HolyCowFishing
@HolyCowFishing 7 лет назад
Will you be doing a review of the 2017 model? Any significant changes? Damper improvement?
@Angel-HC
@Angel-HC 6 лет назад
I need to send this to my friend who recently got an RS. He has the biggest stick up his ass about people calling it a Focus. He'll correct you if you don't call it an RS, to the point that he claims it isn't a Focus. Must feel bad when you just spent 36k on a Focus... err I mean RS.
@jonm8423
@jonm8423 7 лет назад
The ride is only bad in track mode, otherwise it is fine.
@wesleymorgan5933
@wesleymorgan5933 7 лет назад
Do the back seats not come up like in the focus ST? The seat itself comes up against the back of the front seats and then the back part of the back seats can fold flat. Does the RS not do this?
@TheFeed816
@TheFeed816 Год назад
I'm looking at buying one and I really appreciate the review. Not hyping it, this is what is good at and what it's bad at. Liked and subscribed
@ChrisLoneWalker
@ChrisLoneWalker 7 лет назад
My favorite comment was "it feels like riding on a trampoline". Maybe they will add that a a setting next to sport mode, trampoline mode.
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