2016-2018 Ford Focus RS - Build Guide

Bolt patterns, fitment, what looks good, what to watch out for. The complete guide for the 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS.

Bolt Pattern: 5x108

Stock Offset: +55

Stock Tire: 235/35R19

Most Popular Build: Stock height + lighter wheels

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KNOWN FOR:

The AWD hot hatch with 350hp and Drift Mode. Discontinued but legendary.

Strengths

  • AWD performance
  • 350hp 2.3L EcoBoost
  • Drift Mode (lol)
  • Strong community
  • Limited production = appreciating

Watch Out For

  • Head gasket issues on early production
  • 5x108 bolt pattern limits wheel selection
  • Aged suspension components
  • Premium pricing on used

Build Categories

Pick the direction you want to take this truck. Each section has wheel styles, colors, and specs that work for that build.

Street & Show

Big wheels, deep dish, show-truck stance

The build for guys who want their truck to be the loudest one at the meet. 22" to 26" wheels, deep dish or aggressive concave, large offsets, low-profile tires that put the wheel barrel on display.

  • Wheel sizing: 22-26" diameter, -18 to -44 offset
  • Tire pairing: 305/45R22 or 295/35R24 - low profile for show stance
  • Suspension: Stock height or 2" level - too much lift kills the show stance

Wheel styles that work

Deep dish, aggressive concave, or directional designs that look like they belong on a show truck. The wheel itself is the centerpiece.

Color recommendations by truck color

  • Black truck: Bronze, machined, black, or red accent wheels
  • White truck: Anything works - gloss black, gunmetal, bronze, machined, chrome
  • Red truck: Black, grey, or machined finishes
  • Grey or Silver truck: Anything - most flexible truck color for wheel pairing
  • Blue truck: Machined, black, or grey - neutral wheels let the blue stand out

Upgrade Warnings

Common upgrades that affect other parts. Plan for these before you spend.

If you upgrade: Head gasket inspection

Risk: Early production trucks have head gasket failures.

What to do: Verify Ford updated head gasket fix has been done.

If you upgrade: Lighter wheels

Risk: Stock wheels are heavy.

What to do: Lighter wheels (BBS, Volk, Konig) drop unsprung weight significantly.

If you upgrade: Tune for big power

Risk: Stock internals OK to ~400hp.

What to do: Built motor for serious power.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tire sizes?

Stock 235/35R19. Stays stock for performance.

Bolt pattern?

5x108.

Head gasket fix?

Ford updated gasket design. Verify done at purchase.

Worth buying used?

Yes if priced right. Appreciating cult car.

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