I hate this about the Focus RS...
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- Опубліковано 17 бер 2021
- In this video, I explain the one thing I hate about the Focus RS... I'm sure every Focus RS owner can relate to this!
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Props on turning an 12 second video into a 12 min video 🤣🤣
For u-turns, drift mode and hand brake! Tightest turning radius you've ever experienced.
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purchases a very nice car
Proceeds to put cheap Amazon parts and stickers on it...
Honestly I do not even think about the turning radius anymore. I have driven my 17 for more than 4.5 years. What does bother me is how quickly the rear glass and hatch area gets dirty and dusty. I could clean the rear of the vehicle every day and I only drive in the city. But really, I love this car. I have surprised more that one Mustang at a stop light.
I can say the same about the rear hatch as well. I’ve never owned a car where that part gets so dirty so quickly. I take my RS to a car wash not even 10 minutes away from my house, and by time I get home the back hatch is as filthy as before I got it washed 😂
When parking my RS, I've just always gotten used to doing a 3 pt park job unless I park in a completely 3-spot open spot. If you make it a habit, it's not too bad.
I’ve learned to do the same. Now more than ever, I look to park as far as I can where the most open spots are. But sometimes I’ll have to do a 3 point or more parking job in a tight spot. People hate me but I’ve learned to ignore them haha
I own 2017 Focus RS. Ford limited the turning radius more than the base Focus due to the wider tires, otherwise they would contact suspension/fender. Most AWD cars have similar turning radius to include STI. The worst turning radius is Evo8. I hated doing u turns when I owned the car.
I’m curious about the turning radius in the Evo 8 now... might have to drive one to find out myself!
The 4S is the better tire than the Super Sport in almost every way, save maaaaybe steering feedback at the very limit of grip. Neither is as good on a dry track as the Cup2. You should probably consider looking at better sources for tire information.
The RS's turning radius isn't that bad, especially compared to similar vehicles. If you look at the actual data you' should see what I mean. You're probably just used to variable steering ratio vehicles, like mini vans, that apply more angle (and often reduced input effort) to the wheels at lower speeds, and less at higher speeds. The RS's steering ratio is fixed, which is great for performance driving, but not great for cruising parking lots/garages.
It will take more effort to turn the wheel, and more turning of the steering wheel, to make a tight, low speed, turn than you're use to if you've never driven a vehicle with fixed ratio steering before. You should try turning the steering wheel more than you think is nessasry, initaly. Eventually you will retrain your brain, and be more comfortable and confident.
Look at the turning radius of other vehicles, paying attention to whether they drive the front wheels and their length. Then the size of their wheel and tire. Consider the level of performance they're expected to deliver as well. You should see that the RS's is pretty much in line with others, and that it would be hard to fairly say it has a bad turning radius.
For example, the shorter Golf R's turning radius is 17.9' (17' 10.8") and the longer Civic Type R's is 19.75' (19' 9") and the RS's sits between them in length and turning radius at 18.7' (18' 8.4")
I dislike having to wait eight minutes for the point of the video. I skipped to what I wanted then downvoted due to click bait tactics.
The RS is not your typical everyday driver it is a performance car, It's meant to be that way for handling purposes it's not made to make u-turns in the middle of the street this car is meant to do the twisties and on a track it's not made to turn around and go back it's made to go forward, if you're too stressed out don't drive it , it really isn't that big of a deal dude. MAYBE YOU SHOULD STICK TO A TOYOTA COROLLA THEY GET A BETTER TURNING RADIUS
Just go in drift mode if you wanna made a u-turn LUL
This is true LOL
Looks sick! I agree with the front windows tint...a must have as it just completes the stealthy look
Yes definitely! Tint is a must for any car!
I just have one question that I think you didn't mention at all..... Is it enough power for you though? Lol
Good vid!
Don’t need a good turning radius when you have drift mode...
Haha you got a point there Kevin! Just gotta slide around those turns
And a mechanical handbrake.
Very good quality on the video and nice little modifications👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you!! 🙏🏽
How can it be that much of a stress? I drive one in the UK where the roads are not that wide. Yes, the Focus doesn't have a great turning circle but it's not been a problem for me or any other owner I know. And I thought the roads were far bigger and wider in the US
The roads ARE wider there. I have a RS and live in Deutschland and it is not an issue.
For the turning radious Im getting used to opening wide for certain parking or when taking specific turns
That’s pretty much what I do, take it a little wider than I would in any other car
@@bapsd5135 yeah iv gotten some weird looks before lol but hey if it works it works
@@theone132 haha same here! Whatever gets the job done 😂
@@bapsd5135 haha i like to think of it as an extra part of the thrill
Link for shift ball please!
Interesting, it does have a wide turning radius but I'm use to it. I focus on other issues....other 4 bangers challenging me on the green light. Smoke'm!
I’m slowly getting used to the turning radius. There’s some things I just avoid completely, like u-turns
The Honda Civic Type R has a wider turning circle than the Focus RS.
@@peterpan1435 woa, I didn't know that.
@@Parallax62 Yeah, and the Type R has an electric switch for a handbrake so not sure if you can do a handbrake turn at all.
All focus rs, mk1, mk2 and mk3 have a poor turning circle due to having a quick rack (short ratio) rack which vastly improves high speed manoeuvres on track and b roads. The improvement on fast road/track steering far outweighs the bad turning radius.
Thanks for the insight, I’m definitely not complaining about that!
@@bapsd5135 my mk2 focus rs is atrocious at u turns 😂
@@forged1984 😂😂😂
I'm looking at buying one for a commuter I drive a two lane canyon daily lots of turns lots of hair pins and I drive fast at high rpms will this car Handel the abuse
I have a 2019 civic type r. Apparently it has a larger turning radius so I’m not sure why you think it’s so bad. I have no issues doing u turns. I always turn wide so I don’t curb my wheels
Your SI is FWD we talking about the AWD turning Ratio problems haha
@@kellylee6185I think it's the tire size of the rs. The st had 39.4ft turning radius and RS 38.7ft. Not much diff but rs has 19 in tires and st 18in. Still both suffer from a big turning radius but handle amazing in corners.
Nice Focus RS man! The turning radius really is wide yes 😂
Thank you! Got the turning radius of a semi-truck 😂
What dealership did you buy it at? Im looking to buy an RS as well
Im from san diego
I actually bought this from a Toyota dealership in Victorville lol
Yeah the turning radius is shocking i remember the first time i was parking I honestly thought something was wrong
Haha it’s definitely a bit shocking at first
I bought an RS a few months ago & one thing I'd like to mention is how low it sits in the front... You really have to be careful on where you're going & how steep the driveways are in shopping centers. It also seems like a magnet for people to park next to me when I park way-out away from everyone.
I had a lifted crew cab truck before buying my rs. I thought the rs turning radius was great!
That’s good to hear! Especially since you had a truck before
Nothing is perfect. The wide turning radius is one small negative compared to a whole lot of positive.
That’s exactly how I look at it. Obviously doesn’t stop me or anyone that has still car from having fun with it.
Actually monster trucks have a really good turn radius because the back wheels turn aswell lol
You’re right about this one 😂
I’ve a 2018 RS. I absolutely love it but yeah, the turning radius is frustratingly poor
gear nob was the first thing i bought for mine too ..nice .. and yes turning circle dreadful
Can never go wrong with any kind of carbon fiber additions!
350 hp is never enough
Funny you mention that because lately I’ve been craving more power... 😂
@@bapsd5135dopamine deficiency
I got both Focus RS and Golf R, the turning radius for RS is really worst, whereas R is acceptable. Golf R is more a daily to me but RS is more fun.
Shout-out for filming in 2160p
Here are some turning radius numbers:
22 Golf R 17.9-19.6 ft
22 Civic 18.05-19.05 ft
22 Veloster 19ft
17 Focus RS 18.7ft
So…….. is there something wrong with your car? Now I’m curious.
You could remove that Focus badge on the trunk lid. Looks way better for some reason.
I agree! I’ll probably end up removing the badge when I get the car paint corrected or have PPF applied
Come do your first track day at Thunderhill West 4/17/21 with Reno SCCA. You'll love it and you could bump up your subs/views.
@@icollinsmtb I would love to but that’s really far for me. Maybe one day I’ll make a trip up!
I've got a 2017, thankfully they don't put those badges on AUS delivered ones.
@@jimmyholster lucky you!
Maybe a few more “likes” would help this review. Who the f cares about turning radius. Pretty sure a Prius turns sharper
I have a 2017 focus
The steering is like this to make the car handle way more better and responsive around B roads and track!
If you want a car that turns good get a Toyota! It’s a sports car not a city cruiser
That's what drift mode is for?
You got a point here! 😂
LETSSS GOOOO!!! :)
Haha yessir!
Turning radius does suck. My solution just recognize it and drive accordingly.
I definitely have to think and plan where I’m going so I don’t embarrassingly get stuck anywhere 😂
@@bapsd5135 mine isn’t a daily anymore. I’m lucky ,but my friends always get a good laugh when I was turning.
@@chucka187 my friends get a laugh when I try to turn as well haha
Good video. BUT 6 mins in, he finally mentions THE ONE THING. Lol
It’s amazing for the track what the car was built for.....
it's AWD, all awd cars turning radius is piss. I sold my RS of 2 years for my 03 evo 8 enjoy it while it lasts!
Nice man, hope your Evo is running great!
Oh really. Drive a subaru wrx, and see how tight it turns.
@@bashfullJ88 I need my gaskets I'm good
In my RS every time I go to make U turns I rarely have problems. I don't know what you guys are talking about. If you have to make two turns, so what......
same ive never had issues making u turns.
I actually love the RS stock wheels
I have an '18, don't know if they're diff.
All the focus RS are the same. Horrible turning radius.
@@bashfullJ88 Doesn't matter
2018's are the best. Mine is Race Red!!! Do you have red or blue?
@@mxtv1258 NB - 1 of 300
@@gbass7328 Excellent and if you are in the USA it would be 1 of 498 NB and I think there were 494 RR.
My ST wheel turns a bit less, but same radius. Its horrendous
It's because the suspension and wheels since they are high profile. 39.4ft radius for st 18in and 38.7 for the RS at 19in wheels.
Ive never avoided any drive throughs. No problems for me. Sounds like you need a different car.
I’m definitely not getting a different car. Luckily I’ve found a way to navigate through drive thru’s now!
Wasn't too bad if you compare with EVO ! :P
Bro mitsubishi motors are garbage you must not know much
Sorry if i confused you. i actually talking about the turning ratio between the RS and EVO ^^
Most 4wd cars do have bad turning radius in terms of making a u-turn. If someone would say differently, yeah sure... 🙂
RS is front wheel bias only sending power to the rear when needed. The st has a 39.4ft radius and RS 38.7. Not much different but rs has 19 in tires. They turn great in corners tho.
Am still buying one lol 😂😂😂😂
You should buy a different car old mate.
made whole video about turning radius like just learn how to do 3 pt turns
Get rid of the tow hook
😅 don't ever have kids if you stress this easily.
You hate it’s overpriced?
I used to carry a little speed into u-turns in my ST, rip the e-brake halfway through then accelerate out of the slide on the other end. 🤣🤣. I just put the RS in drift mode and goose it
Just kidding. I swing wide in intersections in the RS. I only slid the ST once or twice. It worked pretty good though lol.
Hahaha. Yeah I make sure to give myself a little more room whenever I have to make a u-turn. If I noticed the u-turn is a little tight I won’t attempt it at all lol
Thanks man. Big bummer, was looking to buy this one, now I might go get myself a Volkswagen hatchback. I can't imagine how stressed one might get on tight spots with this car.
It’s something you can find ways to overcome and deal with over time, but it is still a little stressing and frustrating navigating through certain areas. You just have to be conscious of where you’re going and plan ahead so you don’t get caught in an embarrassing situation lol
I own both. Get the RS it is better. The new Golf R should be good and I will probably get one to replace my current VW.
Super video👍
Thank you 🙏🏼
If you have no plans for the RS, why even make a channel for the car, smh
This car has supercars level handling but if only they didnt turbo it cause its engine wont last long especially after that headgasket recall
Yep. My friend blew his already. Threw a rod tho.
Sounds like a driver error...wide turning radius is overcome by carrying additional speed and pulling the handbrake while turning...corners on a dime.
I’ll keep this in mind the next time I’m navigating through a completely packed and tight parking structure 😂
Seriously! Try to drive a 3 tone Van, then you will have no problems with the RS. LOL
What’s a 3 tone van? Is it like an Evolution or an Impreza WRX STi? What company manufactures it? Is it expensive?
ride too hard!
What u should hate is the whole car 😂🤣 can’t believe people be driving girls cars nowadays
LMAO. If you think you have a problem, try driving it in Europe!
Worst focus rs review I've ever watched. The car is excellent and an absolute joy to drive. Turning radius is completely manageable and has no effect on driveability what so ever. Also don't put a spoiler extension on 🤮
Bro sell your car and buy a car that suits your wants🤷🏻♂️ easy as that "for the views"
😂😂😂😂
Just adding to previous comments. Too long for too little.
If you bought it not knowing about the turning radius the word that springs to mind is 'PLONKER'
Wish I could unsubscribe.
Sell it.