Ford justifies its decision by citing high development costs and stricter emissions regulations in Europe. With no RS in sight, the ST will remain the best-performing Focus this generation. It's available as a hatchback and wagon with a choice between manual and automatic gearboxes and gasoline and diesel engines.
A new report states Ford has ruled out the idea of a new Focus RS due to stricter emissions regulations in Europe as well as high development costs.
Here's Why Buying A Used Ford Focus RS Is Not A Good Idea
New Ford Focus RS Not Happening At All: Report
Ford Focus RS Forum
New Ford Focus RS Not Happening At All: Report
Do I REGRET buying a 2017 Ford Focus RS? 15 month UPDATE
2018 Ford Focus RS Review, Pricing, and Specs
Here's Why Buying A Used Ford Focus RS Is Not A Good Idea
New Ford Focus RS Not Happening At All: Report
Rumor has it Ford will bring back Focus RS
Ford Focus RS (2018) long-term test review