[GFXjamie]

I still don't think the AWD is going to happen and if it does, it won't land in North America. The additional costs to build a US focus rs would be big, either for shipping costs across the pond or retooling at michigan for a limited number run... Seems legit right?

As far as pricing goes I can see it starting around 40k. That puts it on par for price with a golf R which is the only other AWD hot hatch, however 70hp or so less. Just like gti vs ST I can see them setting sights on vw for pricing comparison. They will of course toss it up against the evo and sti and we all know it will show them what's good. I hate rumours because we have heard rumours about every focus rs and even the ST.