Compare Ford Focus RS vs Subaru WRX STI

Engine

2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas

Engine

2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Fuel Economy

City: 19 MPG

Hwy: 26 MPG

Fuel Economy

City: 16 MPG

Hwy: 22 MPG

Fuel Tank Capacity

13.9 gallons

Fuel Tank Capacity

15.9 gallons

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Trunk Volume

N/A

Trunk Volume

12 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

44.8 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

N/A

2016-2018 Ford Focus RS Rear Angle in Motion

2018-2021 Subaru WRX STI Rear Angle View

Engine and Transmission

Engine

2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas

2.5L Turbo Flat 4 Gas

Horsepower

350 hp @ 6000 rpm

310 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

350 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm

290 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm

Transmission

6-Speed Manual

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight

3,434 lbs

3,450 lbs

Fuel Economy

Combined

22 MPG

19 MPG

City

19 MPG

16 MPG

Highway

26 MPG

22 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

8.0 Tons/yr

9.3 (2020) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity

13.9 gallons

15.9 gallons

Cruising Range City

264.1 miles

254.4 miles

Cruising Range Highway

361.4 miles

349.8 miles

Exterior Dimensions

Length

172.8 in

180.9 in

Height

58 in

58.1 in

Max Width

71.7 in

70.7 in

Front Width

61.6 in

60.2 in

Rear Width

60.6 in

Wheelbase

104.2 in

104.3 in

Ground Clearance

N/A

4.9 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity

5 seater

Front Seat Leg Room

41.9 in

43.3 in

Front Seat Headroom

39.1 in

39.8 in

Front Seat Shoulder Room

55.6 in

Front Seat Hip Room

53.9 in

52.1 in

Rear Seat Leg Room

33.4 in

35.4 in

Rear Seat Headroom

37.9 in

37.1 in

Rear Seat Shoulder Room

52.6 in

54.2 in

Rear Seat Hip Room

52.8 in

53.1 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume

N/A

12 ft³

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up

23.8 ft³

N/A

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

44.8 ft³

N/A

Steering

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Turning Diameter

37.4 ft

36 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type

Aluminum Wheels

Front Wheel Size

19" x 8"

19" x 8.5"

Rear Wheel Size

19" x 8"

19" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension

Strut

Rear Suspension

Short And Long Arm

Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire

P235/35YR19

P245/35WR19

Rear Tire

P235/35YR19

P245/35WR19

Spare Tire

N/A

Compact

Standard Exterior Colors

Race Red

Crystal Black Silica
Crystal White Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Lapis Blue Pearl
Magnetite Gray Metallic
Pure Red
WR Blue Pearl

Optional Exterior Colors

Nitrous Blue Quad-Coat

N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A

Black, Ultrasuede Upholstery w/Leather Bolsters

Infotainment

HD Radio

Standard

Bluetooth Connection

Standard

Premium Sound System

Standard

Not Available

Satellite Radio

Standard

Smart Device Integration

Standard

Auxiliary Audio Input

Standard

MP3 Player

Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats

Standard

Leather Seats

Standard

Leather Steering Wheel

Standard

Premium Synthetic Seats

Standard

Sun/Moonroof

Optional

Not Available

Comfort

Navigation System

Standard

Not Available

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Standard

Power Mirror(s)

Standard

A/C

Standard

Climate Control

Standard

Cruise Control

Standard

Heated Front Seat(s)

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel

Standard

Not Available

Keyless Entry

Standard

Multi-Zone A/C

Standard

Power Driver Seat

Standard

Optional

Remote Engine Start

Not Available

Standard

Remote Trunk Release

Not Available

Standard

Keyless Start

Standard

Telematics

Standard

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera

Standard

ABS

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitor

Standard

Brake Assist

Standard

Stability Control

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating

N/A

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating

N/A

Side Crash Rating

N/A

Rollover Rating

N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag

Standard

Front Head Air Bag

Standard

Front Side Air Bag

Standard

Knee Air Bag

Standard

Passenger Air Bag

Standard

Rear Head Air Bag

Standard

Warranty Summary

Basic

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Corrosion

5 Years / Unlimited Miles

Drivetrain

5 Years / 60,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance

5 Years / 60,000 Miles

3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Compare Ford Focus RS vs Subaru WRX STI

Overview

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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Weight and Towing

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Emissions

Fuel Tank

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Space

Cargo Space

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Wheels

Suspension

Tires

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Optional Exterior Colors

Standard Interior Materials

Features and Options

Infotainment

Interior Trim

Comfort

Safety

Safety Features

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Airbags

Warranty

Warranty Summary