2016 Ford Focus RS

The 2016 Focus is Ford's compact hatchback and sedan, competing with the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Volkswagen Golf. The Focus handles corners with enthusiasm, and the ST and RS models deliver serious performance for the class. The ride is composed on most trims, though the sportier versions are firm, which is the price of their handling. Inside, the Focus offers a modern cabin with available SYNC infotainment, and the hatchback provides generous cargo space. Some owners have reported transmission issues, particularly with the automatic, so a manual is worth seeking out. Its 2.3L I4 makes 350 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, and the all-wheel-drive system puts that power down with authority. The RS has a drift mode that lets you slide the rear end on track, which no other Focus can do.