Auto companies like to talk about how their vehicles fulfill the needs of a wide range of buyers. But rarely will you find one that can claim technological leadership on as many fronts as the 2016 Ford Focus. From eco-friendly electric models to world-class performance models and everything in between, Focus is truly the small car with something for everyone. Here are six things you need to know about the 2016 Ford:1. The big 2016 Ford performance news is the introduction of the all-new Focus RS. From the folks who brought you the 600-plus horsepower, Ford GT and Shelby GT Mustangs, the RS was developed for the European Rally-racing circuit. American enthusiasts who have long clamored for their own version of the RS have had their wish granted. The Focus RS with its 315-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder engine is coming to America. It will join the 2016 Ford U.S. lineup early next year.
2. Along with the arrival of the Ford Focus RS comes a new performance all-wheel drive system. It allows up to 70% of the engine's torque to be sent to the car's rear wheels when needed. As a result, you can turn the vehicle into and through a tight curve rather than having to push your way through it. The system virtually eliminates understeer.
3. For buyers wanting high-performance designed specifically for the street, there's the Focus ST with a 252-horsepower, direct-injection EcoBoost engine. Combined with a six-speed manual transmission, it also earns EPA-estimated fuel-economy ratings of 23 city/32 hwy/26 combined mpg.
4. The Focus Electric offers the driving experience associated with a normally aspirated Focus while sourcing its power from a 23-kWh lithium-ion battery. It delivers 100 percent torque from the get-go, tops out at 84 mph and has a range of 76 miles on each full charge. Purchase the 240V home charging station and you can fully recharge in as little as 3.6 hours. The numbers that matter most though are EPA-estimated 110 city/99 hwy/105 combined mpg.
5. The 1.0-liter, three-cylinder EcoBoost engine is one of the most advanced engines ever offered by Ford. Paired with a six-speed manual transmission, the remarkably small and efficient turbocharger reduces engine weight and improves fuel economy. The engine also has over a dozen innovations that contribute to efficiency and refinement.
6. A litany of other 2016 Ford technological goodies like power assisted steering, a rearview camera, a blind spot information system with cross traffic alert, a lane-keeping system and much more are available.
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