The Focus RS Mk3 is the Ford Focus variant that delivers about 350 hp (350 PS, roughly 345 hp in SAE terms).
In more detail, the Focus RS (produced roughly from 2015 to 2018) uses a 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine tuned to 350 PS and pairs it with all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual gearbox. This is the only factory Ford Focus that reaches around 350 horsepower; other Focus models top out at significantly lower power. The ratings are commonly given in metric PS, which translates to a slightly lower horsepower figure in U.S. marketing terms.
Overview
The Focus RS stands as Ford’s high-performance variant within the Focus lineup, representing the top end of horsepower available from a factory-equipped Focus during its production run.
Engine and power
Key mechanical facts about the 350-hp Focus RS:
- Engine: 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-4 turbocharged
- Power: 350 PS (about 345 hp in SAE horsepower terms)
- Torque: around 470 Nm (347 lb-ft)
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive with dynamic torque vectoring
- Transmission: 6-speed manual
These values are the standard factory specifications Ford published for the Focus RS Mk3 in the 2015–2018 period.
Performance figures
Representative performance figures from manufacturer data and period testing include:
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): about 4.7 seconds
- Top speed: around 165 mph (266 km/h)
Note: Real-world figures vary with tires, weight, and conditions.
Availability and market status
Current production and market status: Ford no longer sells a Focus in the United States since 2018; the Focus RS Mk3 remains a used-vehicle option for enthusiasts in markets where the Focus lineup persisted longer, particularly in Europe. As of 2024–2025, no new Ford Focus is offered with 350 hp from the factory; any higher horsepower than stock would require aftermarket work or alternative models (for example, Mustang or other European high-performance cars).
Summary
The 350-horsepower Ford Focus comes from the Focus RS Mk3 (2015–2018). It features a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine delivering 350 PS with all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual, and specialized performance hardware, making it the sole factory variant in the Focus line with that power level. Today, buyers seeking 350 hp typically look at a used RS or consider aftermarket options, since Ford has since shifted away from offering a 350-hp Focus in most markets.