Car Coverage
Discuss the latest reviews by Wheels and Motor magazine with the community on the forums.
Check out the news and reviews from around the world on the Focus ST / XR5T.
Read the official Ford press releases and local coverage on the Focus XR5T.
Looking for an XR5T?
They aren't easy to find but they are around if you keep your eyes open. Members are keeping tabs on available Focus XR5 Turbos on the forums.
XR5 Turbo vs HSV VXR
The latest edition of Motor Magazine pits the Focus XR5 against HSV's soon to be released Astra VXR. Whilst it present some confusing information on a pre-release Astra VXR, it does prove an interesting read.
If you want the real truth simply head to our forums for some of the real customer feedback.
Ford XR5 Turbo.com - Welcome!
Welcome to FordXR5Turbo.com, the largest fan site for the Ford Focus XR5 Turbo and the very new Ford Mondeo XR5 Turbo, the latest cult car from Ford.
This site is dedicated to the Ford XR5 Turbo in the hope that we can build a fun and friendly atmosphere for like-minded car enthusiasts to share their discoveries, experiences and stories.
As part of Frosty's continued local domination of events and media, the orange beast has now been featured in Performance Ford Magazine this month. Check out the October 2007 issue for some good coverage on one of the meanest Focus XR5Ts getting around. |
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Small Ford Sunday 2007 saw Frosty, the proud owner of the most powerful XR5T in Australia win two awards. Frosty's Can O Fanta took out the 'Best Focus' and 'Entrants Choice' Awards.
All the members of FordXR5Turbo.com congratulate Frosty on these awards, some recognition for his trailblazing modification efforts on his Focus XR5 Turbo was long overdue.
Videos, Pictures and Member Discussion can be found on the forums. Look out for an official FordXR5Turbo.com cruise coming your way soon... they are happening in all corners of Australia!
Ford Focus XR5 Turbo - Basic Specification
Engine & Transmission
- 2.5L Duratec 5-cyl Turbo engine
- 166kW @ 6000rpm
- 320Nm @ 1600 - 4000rpm
- 6 speed manual
- XR5 twin exhaust
Safety & Handling
- DSC, ABS & EBD
- XR5T Disc Brakes
- Remote Central Locking
Highlights
- XR5 18" Alloys
- XR5 Fog Lights
- XR5 sports styling kit
- Sony 6 CD stacker
- XR5 leather 3 spoke steering wheel
- XR5 Recaro sports bucket seats
- XR5 scuff plates
A common sense brief on the Focus XR5 Turbo answering most of the important questions is available.
Full tech specs available on the forums.
Wondering what colours are available in Australia? Check them out!
Ford XR5 Turbo Reviewed in Wheels Magazine
Check out the June 2006 edition of Wheels Magazine for the 3 headed review of the XR5, WRX and XR6. It is the first comprehensive review done on the XR5 Turbo by a motoring magazine that doesn't rely on the stock photos.