Article From Motor Trend Magazine

First Drive: 2003 Ford Focus RS
| 2003 Ford Focus RS |
| Price range | $30,000 (est) |
| Vehicle layout | Front engine, fwd, 2-door, 5-pass |
| Engine | Turbocharged I-4, alum blk/hd, |
| DOHC, 4 valves/cyl |
| Displ, ci/cc | 121.9 / 1998 |
| Max hp @ rpm | 212 @ 5500 |
| Max torque @ rpm | 229 @ 3500 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, sec | 6.0 (est) |
| On sale in U.S. | To be determined |