When Roush brought their 500 PS Ford Focus RS to
SEMA last year, it was wearing a set of forged 19" dark blue wheels that
matched the calipers as well as some of the stripes that run alongside the
body. Sure enough, these red HC-1 Vossen wheels also measure 19-inches and
definitely help create a richer contrast of colors.
The highlight of this Focus RS is not its
wheels, but its power. Where the stock model puts down 350 PS, this
Roush-tuned example is good for 500 PS thanks mostly to a new engine
block and multiple ECU mods.
Other improvements include new brake rotors, better
cooling, an active exhaust system and a custom 3-way adjustable suspension
built by Roush. As for visual changes, there's a custom front splitter, a
custom rear wing, new diffuser and hood vents.
Unfortunately, no official performance figures have
been released, but it's a safe bet it will hit 100 km/h a lot faster
than 4.7 seconds, which is what the stock Focus RS is capable of.
