2017 Ford Focus RS LZ Manual AWD
NSW • Private
23
Odometer38,570km
Body typeHatch
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
THE BEST PRICED RS for the low km, condition and service history!
Time has come for me to sell (sadly) my beautiful 2017 Focus RS.
Car bought from dealer in Jan 2020 (odo 9,916km), and I'm the 2nd owner.
I've always kept the car in a lock-up garage, out of direct sun as much as possible, never been involved in an accident, serviced on-time by Sinclair Ford in Kingswood (they're exceptional!) and cared for the car regularly, including oil and filter changes every ~7,500km.
The car is lightly modified, thus:
MECHANICAL
K&N air filter – free breathing from idle to redline
Silicone inlet elbow connector – uniform shape to improve gas flow into the engine, replacing the cheap and turbulent flow of the standard ribbed part
Mountune inlet pipe to intercooler – uniform pipe to improve gas flow, replacing the weird/cheap plastic standard part.
Custom exhaust pipe repair – a mod I had done to greatly improve exhaust gas flow, replacing the stupid standard flattened pipe near the centre bearing
The 4 above mods were done to improve gas flow into/out of the engine for maximum efficiency, improving power and economy. I then had the car dyno tuned by Targa Tasmania winners, Pulse Racing in Menai. The car retains standard tune in Normal mode, but tune is improved in Sport, Track and Drift modes. See pics for dyno readout results, noting the numbers are relative only, not absolute. I can confirm the car pulls hard and clean all the way to redline!
I’ve never used Launch Control, or let the engine lug from low rpm, nor have I ever used more than a gentle 1/3 throttle until the engine oil is up to full working temperature. I’ve always allowed the car to have a cool-down run before switching the motor off, great for the engine, drive train and brakes. I have had one track day at Eastern Creek, in white group (beginner), more to be able to open her up without fear of losing my license! The car performed brilliantly, and still has all original brakes rotors and pads, plus rear tyres since I bought it – I’m a strong believer of smooth driving and mechanical sympathy.
COSMETIC
TEC Speedwheel GT Evo-R wheels (5) – I chose these for their correct geometry, great looks, light weight and ease of cleaning. Found on a website from Germany (home of the RS), I had them specially imported into Australia. One wheel is a full sized spare, wrapped in a Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyre, like the rear tyres, with plenty of tread
Billet aluminium gear knob
Dash mat
RS gel badges – on the rear spoiler and dash mat
Extra sound deadening in hatch area – I fitted a X-Force exhaust but found it too loud, so I added sound deadening to try and drop noise levels. It didn’t work, so I sold the exhaust, but decided to keep the sound deadening, as it improved the NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) from the rear of the car, making the car a lot more relaxed to drive. The pops from the exhaust still can be heard though! The deadening can be removed if you choose to.
Front bumper full respray – to repair gutter damage under left fog light from first owner
Other Pros:
Rego to 14 Apr 2027 and Green Slip to 15 Apr 2027
45,000km Level A service already done in Aug 2025, on the recommendation of Sinclair Ford.
New Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres fitted to front wheels Jul 2022 at 32,162km, so plenty of tread left.
Car built in July 2017, so has the updated head gasket.
Always filled with 98 fuel.
There is no finance owing and comes with 2 keys.
Standard parts (except wheels) will also come with the car when sold.
Reason for sale is that I don’t drive the RS enough; it never fails to make me smile and is one of the quickest A to B cars you can get for the money.
I want the RS to go to someone who will appreciate the car like I have. I will do the initial part of any test drive and will/won’t allow anyone to drive the car at my discretion.
There are literally no financial outgoings for the new owner, so just jump in and enjoy!
Car details
øVehicle description
LZ RS Hatchback 5dr Man 6sp AWD 2.3T
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Nitrous Blue
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Hatch, 5 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
6 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Turbo Intercooled, 2.3L
Fuel consumption combined‡
8.1 L/100km
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
5 months/April 2027
Build date
July 2017
Compliance date
July 2017
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20392323
Audio, Visual & Communication
Inputs
Aux input socket (MP3/CD/cassette)Aux input USB socket Input for iPod
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Controls
Multi-function control screen - colour
CD / DVD
CD player
Speakers
9 speaker stereo
Radio
Digital radio receiver (DAB+)
Safety & Security
Airbags
DriverPassengerHead for 1st row seats (front)Head for 2nd row seats
Seatbelts
Lap/sash for 5 seatsPretensioners 1st row (front)
Emergency
Brake assistBrake emergency display - hazard/stoplights
Vehicle control
ABS (antilock brakes)TractionLaunch controlElectronic stabilityHill holderEBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Driver assistance
Park distance - rearCamera - rear
Security
Central locking - key proximityCentral locking - remote/keylessEngine immobiliserAlarmAlarm - motion sensor
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control 2 zone
Driving
Cruise control
Technology
Voice recognition
Illumination
Ambient lighting
Key
Keyless start - key/fob proximity related
Start
Starter button
Armrests
Front centre (shared)
Floor mats
Floor mats
Sunvisor
Illuminated vanity mirror for driverIlluminated vanity mirror for passenger
Front storage
Storage compartment - centre console 1st row
Drink holders
Cup holders - 1st row
Lights & Windows
Headlights
Automatic (light sensitive)See me homeBi-xenon (for low & high beam)Washers
Tail lights
Led
Lights
Daytime running lamps - LEDFog lamps - frontFog lamps - rearIlluminated (puddle lamps) door mirrors
Power windows
Front & rear
Rear view mirror
Electric anti glare
Wipers
Rain sensor (auto wipers)Rear wiper/washer
Interior
Leather
Gear knobSeats - partialSteering wheel
Metallic finish
Door handles - interior
Other
Pedals - sports
Seating
Front row seats
Sports
2nd row seats
Split fold
Instruments & Controls
Display
Trip computer
Gauges
Tyre pressure sensorAuxiliary
Navigation
GPS (satellite navigation)
Speed
Speed limiter
Exterior
Body coloured
BumpersDoor handlesExterior mirrors partial
Mirrors
Electric - foldingElectric - heated
Protectors
Scuff plates - embossed or personalised
Spoilers
Body kit - lower (skirts, F&R aprons)Rear roof mounted
Body
Exhaust
Dual system
Electrical
Power sockets
12V sockets - auxiliary
Engine
Engine description
Drive by wire (electronic throttle control)
Transmission & Drivetrain
Drive
Active torque transfer systemDriving mode - selectable
Fuel
Fuel use reduction
Engine - stop start system (when at idle)
Steering
Operation
Multi-function steering wheel
Performance
Steering wheel - sports
Power steering
Electric assist
Steering column
Tilt and reach
Brakes
Front
Calipers - 4 spotCalipers - paintedVentilated
Rear
Calipers - paintedSolid
Performance
Performance brakes
Suspension
Dampers
Control - electronic damper
Modes
Suspension - sports
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
19" alloy wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
4
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2261cc
Engine Size (L)
2.3L
Induction
Turbo Intercooled
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
DOHC with VVT
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
257.0kW
Power rpm To
6000rpm
Torque
440Nm
Torque rpm From
1600rpm
Torque rpm To
5000rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
166.6kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
6
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
All Wheel Drive (Four Wheel Drive)
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol - Premium ULP
Fuel Capacity
52L
RON Rating
95
Fuel Delivery
Direct Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Combined‡
8.1L/100km
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
6.6L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
10.8L/100km
Fuel Average Distance
642km
Fuel Maximum Distance
788km
Fuel Minimum Distance
481km
CO2 Emission Combined
190g/km
CO2 Extra Urban
154g/km
CO2 Urban
254g/km
Vehicle Emissions Star Rating
2.0 out of 6 stars
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
19x8.0
Rear Rim Description
19x8.0
Front Tyre Description
235/35 R19
Rear Tyre Description
235/35 R19
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4390mm
Width
1823mm
Height
1480mm
Wheelbase
2648mm
Track Front
1565mm
Track Rear
1539mm
Tare Mass
1543kg
Kerb Weight
1575kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2025kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
3yr
Warranty in Km
100000km
Warranty Customer Assistance
1yr Roadside
Warranty Anti Corrosion in Years from First Registration
5yr
First Service Due in Km
3000km
First Service Due in Months
2mth
Regular Service Interval in Km
15000km
Regular Service Interval in Months
12mth
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
2016
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
LW/LZ
Series
LZ
Badge
RS
Doors
5
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Hatch
Overview
LZ RS Hatchback 5dr Man 6sp AWD 2.3T In the small car segment, there's no such thing as an unworthy contender. And Ford's Focus hatchback/sedan range is right up there among the best with an impressive range extending right up to the mercurial AWD 257kW/440Nm Focus RS hyper hatch. At more relatable small car levels, the range (Trend, Sport, Titanium) begins with the base 132kW/249 Nm 1.5-litre turbo Trend which comes with a spacious interior featuring sat-nav, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, climate-control and voice recognition. From Titanium level, autonomous emergency braking, rear cross-traffic alert and blind spot monitoring become standard. The RS has a tamer brother: the front-drive 184kW/340Nm 2.0-litre turbo ST.
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Banned
Victoria
Banned
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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