Ford Focus RS gallery

Ford caused palpitations and dropped-jaws when it took the wraps off the new Ford Focus RS earlier this year, and things are only looking tastier for this hottest of hot-hatches as the launch nears. Since March and the Geneva Motor Show the car has actually increased in horsepower, in fact.

Meanwhile, the body kit is no less in-your-face than before, while Ford claims every aero addition serves a proper purpose beyond just looking cool.

And, while there's no shortage of technology, Ford hasn't forgotten that hot-hatch drivers love to feel mechanically involved. No flappy-paddle shifters here, with a six-speed manual gearbox instead.