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Focus RS Officially Debuts – Lamarque Ford – New Orleans

February 27, 2015 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

We’ve known about the upcoming Ford Focus RS for a few months, but this week, the AWD hatch made its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The all-new RS is one of many Ford vehicles focused on driving dynamics and high-end performance.

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The Focus RS is powered by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine producing over 315 horsepower. Thanks to turbo-charged technology and new light-weight materials, this is the fastest, more powerful Focus ever. At the Geneva Auto Show, Ford also announced the RS will come with launch control, a new technology pioneered by the 2015 Mustang. Launch control allows for the wheels to spin in place before launching, which allows for faster and improved acceleration.

New to the RS, however, is drift control, a technology that allows to safely achieve oversteered drifts. Ford has added an improved AWD system, which is calibrated to the car’s electronic stability control. Along with the sports suspension, the performance AWD gives the RS unprecedented driving dynamics.

What do you think about the new RS?

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Lamarque Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in New Orleans, LA. Located in Kenner, LA, Lamarque Ford is committed to providing you the best customer service and vehicle service for the life of your vehicle. Whether you’re on the market to purchase, finance, or service a new or used Ford vehicle, you’ve come to the right place.

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The All-New Ford Focus RS | Lamarque Ford | New Orleans

January 30, 2015 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

Ford’s hottest hatchback is back, and is coming to the United States for the first time. That’s right, the all-new Ford Focus RS will be available globally and U.S. enthusiasts couldn’t be more excited. Ford Focus RS is a high performance compact that has found wild success in Europe, where drivers prefer hatchbacks. This generation, however, puts the RS in a whole different level. Here’s why.

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For months, Ford fanatics speculated over the Focus’ drive train. Some said AWD would be impossible in such a small car, while others feared a front-wheel-drive would be too similar to the Focus ST. So what did Ford do? They delivered with a new technology called Ford Performance All-Wheel Drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control.

The new AWD technology allows a new level of handling and capability. Besides delivering power to all wheels, the system distributes torque to where is most needed, up to 70% of  it to the rear axle if necessary. Combined with a highly responsive steering system, the Ford Focus RS delivers the best handling and performance experience.

To provide enough power for all four wheels, Ford went overboard and decided to use the same EcoBoost engine used in the 2015 Mustang: the 2.3 turbo-charged. The result? A small hatchback with well over 315 horsepower.

The new RS is also debuting a new exterior, which is more muscular and functional. The design team focused on aerodynamic downforce and air intakes, which help with the overall engine and brake cooling.

Focus RS also gets Ford’s latest in-car technology. SYNC connectivity for navigation, music and climate gives drivers easy access to all controls. For improved fuel efficiency, the new Focus RS relies on its EcoBoost performance and Auto Start-Stop technology.

While Ford didn’t say when the new hatchback will be available, we’re expecting to see it hit dealerships in 2016. Stay tuned for more news on the Ford Focus RS.

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Lamarque Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in New Orleans, LA. Located in Kenner, LA, Lamarque Ford is committed to providing you the best customer service and vehicle service for the life of your vehicle. Whether you’re on the market to purchase, finance, or service a new or used Ford vehicle, you’ve come to the right place.

 

 

 

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2015 Ford Focus Debut with EcoBoost 3-Cylinder Engine

March 7, 2014 By Matthew Hritz Leave a Comment

While we have been focusing on the new upcoming 2015 F-Series, we can’t leave the new 2015 Ford Focus out on the water. Introducing the stunning new 2015 Focus with a new face-lift that is reminiscent of the Ford Fiesta and Fusion with Ford Ecoboost technology.

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The new 2015 Ford Focus will be available in two stunning types: the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine with six-speed manual gearbox and the 2.0-liter GD114 engine available in either manual or automatic. The 2.80 liter four-cylinder is sure to pack a punch with 160 horsepower and 146 lb.-ft of torque and the 1.0-liter engine is sure to save you big with an estimated 40mpg highway.  The new vehicle will also feature two parking assistance systems (one in US): Perpendicular Parking, a hands-free system that assists drivers in backing into spaces, and Park Out Assist, assists drivers to exit a parallel parking position.

The new sleek design for the 2015 Ford Focus will allow feature improved drag coefficient coupled with that new luxurious design. The new Sync AppLink system will allow drivers to utilize their smartphones to access onboard vehicle data including speed, acceleration, location, and odometer readings. Rest assured you won’t drive off the road with radar-based lane departure warning and blind-spot monitoring. The interior of the car will feature a new, more modern look with new seat trims, chrome detailing, and an available heated steering wheel.-

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Lamarque Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in New Orleans, LA. Located in Kenner, LA, Lamarque Ford is committed to providing you the best customer service and vehicle service for the life of your vehicle. Whether you’re on the market to purchase, finance, or service a new or used Ford vehicle, you’ve come to the right place.

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