So perhaps the first thing to know about the mk2 Focus RS is that this is not a car for shrinking violets, nor those who like to make progress discreetly. But make progress you most assuredly will.

Few hatchbacks have made a bigger impact than the second Ford Focus RS did when it burst into our ... the 2.5-litre inline five from the Focus ST Mk2, but with bespoke pistons, conrods and camshafts.