I've got a 07 Electric Orange Pre Facelift XR5, owned it for 3 years now and I still get excited every morning when I start mine up. Nothing beats that 5 pot sound! 💥

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Good choice! i was actually very close to buying one before i got the XR8 haha.. would love to have a XR5 one day..

@wlo7868

4 жыл бұрын

Can I ask how much that cost you? I'm in the market for an 07 and would like to know what I'm up for. I'm down in Australia

@real_launnie_mvp3793

4 жыл бұрын

@@wlo7868 I'm looking at getting one. Seen them under 10k

One of my favorite engine's in a small ford. I like the sound & pop's it makes. The flames match the colour of the paint. The engine sound reminds me of Audi's group B car's.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

its a great engine! the sound and the way it pulls the wheel on you as it takes off haha the best! great fun this car

@sandygarage3802

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau kzread.info/dash/bejne/h3V4xKOhfpu2c7g.html

@Hellndegenerates

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau I'm getting a diesel st mk3.5 to replace it, 45 mpg, I can't afford to run it anymore @ 20 mpg

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

@@Hellndegenerates damn.. they are thirsty..

@weburnitatbothends

2 жыл бұрын

@@sandygarage3802 kzread.info/dash/bejne/hnpqlM6okr2bYJM.html

Wow! Very professional videography and review. One of my favourite cars personally especially in this colour. I was pretty shocked to see you weren't on like 500k subs, must've been lots of work to put this together. I commend you mate, keep up the good work and you'll make it big someday.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! really appreciate the nice comment :) its a lot of work but i love reviewing and filming all the cars.. hoping one day to get full time at this

Another top review Johnny mate,nice to see you having fun in that little rocket it goes great lol,ok looking forward to your next review,you all take care buddy.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! thanks pete.. was a blast this one

I loved test driving one of these awesome seats ! Short shifts very smooth

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Yes they are!

Great review Ross & colour is the beauty, I've got a 2002 SR el'cheapo & luv doing doughnuts in Reverse KEEP those vids coming Ross U tell it how it IS

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Right on! haha love the reverse donuts! more reviews on the way! plus a CAP giveaway soon !

Great work buddy, always had a soft spot for these.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

You and me both! car def didn't disappoint!

Love your reviews Ross, you’ve had some great Aussie cars

@djvali9577

4 жыл бұрын

legend!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Hyped for this review! Keep up the awesome vids!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it :)

@user-xf6fj4vr1l

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau For sure mate. Awesome video and a cracking little car the XR5 Turbo is!

Good work bro, luv the videos keep up the great work!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

This is gonna be good!

Another great review Ross. I like the XR5. I've thought about buying 1. I have an Audi S4 and an XR8 ute and I never remember which side the indicator is on. It's so annoying when you hit the wipers at ever corner. LOL.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

HAHA yes its so frustrating eh! that dry wiper rub is so cringe! lol i've considered buying one of these too.. make a great daily

Good to see someone preserving on of these

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

the crazy thing is i've been after one since starting my channel! haha finally found one n it didn't disappoint :)

@jethrox827

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau don't forget that other shitbox attempt by Holden the astra Sri turbo hatchback, see if you can find one of those to review lol

My Brother had the exact same model.....pocket rocket! Another great review! Thank You!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

They really are eh! Cheers Thanks for watching!

@Oscar_Charlie_Delta

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau 👍🍻

Just bought one if these, picking it up in a few days. I test drove one and instantly fell in love

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

Good choice! they are epic! very fun

@enbee_ash6740

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau found one in mint condition, 12k, had CVs, timing belt, oil filter housing, and a bunch of other stuff done 4k km ago. It does have a lot of km on it but it's in immaculate condition

Great review ,Im like you love a bit of tourgue steer ,the sister to this is the ST Focus 225 3 door which is the same but different front and 3 door ,which we have in Nz ,I think you guys got them too?

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

i don't believe we got the 3 door version.. only the RS was 3 door.. i like the practicality of the 5 door but gotta admit the looks on the 3 door are so much nicer!

Hi Ross reviews this is Jordan’s car reviews here. I loved the video. Can you please do the review on that HSV GTSR W1 at Gardner Holden on Tuesday please and a Kia Cerato GT hatchback in runaway red on Friday please. When the Borders open can you please go down to Victoria and review that green 2016 Maloo please.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

the dream is to get a W1! lets hope one day jordan

That car is a friggin ROCKET. Sounds so nice

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

its a blast thats for sure!

Got a xr5 '06 with 95,000kms. In feb 2020.... for $8k best thing ever... only had to reattatch side skirts 😍😍😍

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

what a bargain man! seriously fun little hatches!

amazing review

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I have owned my XR5 from new back in 2007 , and i love driving it everyday , I am about to upgrade to a full performance exhaust and give it some more KW through a Dreamscience hand controller ...cant wait .......

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

ah man i still really want one of these cars.. had so much fun on this review.. was a blast

@johnmartin3718

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau just gave my girl an upgraded tune on the weekend engine is now producing around 206 kw ...more to come with exhaust , but she is like a beast now just keeps pulling hard

Oooo i wanna see this

Anyone else notice the white XR5 cruise by @7:27 looks pretty nice in white. But great review, looking at possibly picking one up in about a week or so.

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

that was a RS! really clean one.. def recommend the XR5T as its a huge amount of fun :)

Love those

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

they are epic :)

That sound !!!!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

gotta love it eh

Love the 5 cylinder we call it 5pot

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

gotta love a 5 pot! that sound :)

Hey your in my lasted video👍🏻 near the end you go flying passed 🤘 "pop pop pop"

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

I will check it out

@BrettJoy

4 жыл бұрын

@9.30

Finally a turbo Ford that sounds good haha too bad it had to be powered by bloody Volvo. Great video fella I liked these little cars when they came out and looks good for the age.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed.. haha yes this has gotta be one of the best sounding turbo fords out there.. i love the unique sound with the bangs!

@vitorharalambus6537

Жыл бұрын

That Volvo motor was pretty much bullet proof, highly tuneable and sounds amazing, get with it!!!!

I went from an fg xr6 turbo to a focus titanium 2.0 turbo diesel. Had it dynoed to 312nm, 106 kw at the front wheels. It goes fine for a daily driver, the torque is great, handles awesome. No hectic skids though unfortunately but my wallet is happier.

@1Peterstewart

4 жыл бұрын

And the door handle hasn't fallen off yet either which is nice

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

thats a big change haha.. can imagine the wallet is happy.. much safer daily thats for sure..

Used to see him fly up roe hwy all the time and cut into the tonkin hwy traffic. Sounds great in person

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

they are epic sounding hatches.. love the 5 pot sound

@brycemarten6580

4 жыл бұрын

Ahaha that'll be me I love around Como

Great Ford Hot Hatch for every day use! and puts a smile on your face!

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

100% agree loved this car

Such a smooth power delivery isn't it...gets up to speed fast without even trying

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

it really does.. love the 5 cyl engine in these

Do the Mazda 3 MPS next!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

have always wanted to review one!

@mathewmcknight5754

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau i have an mps

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

@@mathewmcknight5754 you in Perth? pm me :)

Who's the guy at 8:51 lol loving the orange colour. another awsome review 🤙

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

🤣? Me without my cap on 😂 thanks m8 had fun with this review!

Love the dash cover never seen one of those

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

yeh a common australian thing with cars.. the sun is so strong it helps stop the dash warping

@chrisbaxter5041

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau ive just ordered one from Dash matt postage same price as item to the UK 🇬🇧 😀 👍

I'm buying one next week. Wooo

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

congrats man

0-100 nice gear changes man... i can feel it 😂😂

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

haha! i did my job well then :P

I wanted one of these to be able to drive my dog around in.. but he's too big, so compromised and got a Kuga instead, a 5cyl medium sized AWD SUV which is basically one of these on growth hormones 🤣🤣 only issue is they come factory with 147kW (?) and have a single clutch auto, so it's a bit weird to drive in comparison to these. Will tune it eventually but!

In England m8 the model yr driving is a st225 in reference to the rear seats the st2 are cloth 5 seater the st3 comes in leather 4seatet 👍👍

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

crazy the leather made it a 4 seater lol love the car tho.. good fun hot hatch

Hi Ross, if you like a hot hatch maybe when restrictions are lifted you can venture East to drive my Fiesta ST, modified of course. And while you are her you can drive my Clubsport GXP.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

That would be cool! really appreciate the offer.. would be great if you could send me a message either on FB/Insta or through my email.. thanks

Hey Ross try and find a vn SS to review, the early 90s commodore that set the foundation for the future versions.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

ill do my best m8 would love to test one

The interior better be a huge step up. Was this an Australian build?

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

These cars where built in Germany so the interior is way different to what any other XR is like

Its an excellent car my best mate owns one and was last in it tonight and holy shit she takes off when you put your foot down

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

it sure does eh! little rocket this car

Ross, have you driven a Mazda 3 MPS? Not as special as the XR5 and definitely lacking in the soundtrack but the performance even in standard form eclipses the focus

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

i haven't driven a MPS yet.. but i'm really keen! hope to find one to review soon

The Volvo engine is a fire breather 🔥

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

it really is eh!

@weburnitatbothends

2 жыл бұрын

Yes mate, I had an S40 T5 2012 ish I think earlier not later if anything, delicious engine, delicious manual gearbox, not many manuals made it to Oz I hear, a delight to drive

You should review a MAZDA 3 MPS, i just recently purchased one and they are incredibly fun to drive and surprisingly fast!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

would really be interested in doing one.. always been curious about them.. not easy to find a good clean one anymore

@Teito94

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau if i lived in WA, id offer mine haha

Correct about the leather seats being 2 in the rear vs cloth 3 in the rear. Used to have an XR5 Turbo, FG XR6 turbo now, what an upgrade it is too, aha

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

thanks for clearing this up i was very confused lol.. crazy they did that.. good on ya with the barra

@mjkindustries8516

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau yeah makes no sense to lose practicality when upgrading to leather aha I actually know the owner of this car too, Bryce, aha

@mjkindustries8516

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau I think the leather recaros they wanted a more bucket style rear vibe going on, aha

@brycemarten6580

4 жыл бұрын

Ayyy ahaha Matt

Keen!

best sounding hot hatch on the market

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

I love them eh

You’re right about the 4 seats. I’ve got a focus ST-3 mk2 (European name for the same car) and that has 4 seats in the back.

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

yup weird they did that eh lol

@Hodgmeisterpro0209

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau I can’t think of a reason. I’ve never been in a mode with cloth seats, so I can’t speak for them, but they’re super comfy in the back like you said dude

@Hodgmeisterpro0209

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau I can’t think of a reason. I’ve never been in a mode with cloth seats, so I can’t speak for them, but they’re super comfy in the back like you said dude

Love the channel mate. Reviewing all the hoonmobiles haha fuk yeh

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers bro! I love the Xr5 turbos

Just bought a super clean 2006 model and it's the ducks guts... :)

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

THE BEST

My KZread channel is all about this car! Love mine

Where are them headlights from?

I am also in WA and own a 2009 XR5 and I was converted to the 5pot from the first drive! And I was always a v8 man. One of the most underrated cars in my opinion. Presuming that has RS rear seats to be a four seater? The interior looks pre facelift so I’m a little confused

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

i gotta agree the 5 pots are something special eh had me really tempted to get one.. (still want lol) from what the comments have said if you optioned leather you only got 4 seats.. very weird eh.. but ya the RS was a 4 seater so maybe they use similar/same rear seat?

@shaynesmr3631

3 жыл бұрын

Ross Reviews ahh the leather option explains it.. well there ya go! Learn something new everyday even with the same model car ya own😂🤪 loving your channel mate so keep it up.. especially being Perth based 🤙🏼

What a little beast of a car lol

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

it really is! i loved it

Bang bang

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

Love the pops n bangs 🤣👏

good review

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it cheers

@theruskimachine2016

3 жыл бұрын

Might be getting one soon this video sold me :) thanks again mate

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

@@theruskimachine2016 do it man.. they are so much fun :)

Factory leather was 4 seats. I had aftermarket leather and retained 5 seats.

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

cheers for the info.. how bizarre eh

Had a 2010 LV and ended up selling it when I got a 2015 WRX. Worst decision ever, XR5 was just brilliant. Even more fun than my 2017 RS!!!

@billydessibourg4263

8 ай бұрын

Xr5 better then rs 2017??

anyone know where to get those headlights ?

You should do a review on the rs focus mate I love mine

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

have a good look at my channel bro.. i've done a MK2 and MK3 RS :)

@darrallmogg9786

4 жыл бұрын

I mean a 2018 rs

Watch a few S40 T5 Volvo 0-100 videos on KZread to see what these lil 5 cylinder engines can do, bloody amazing

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

They are good! The MK2 focus rs is my all time favourite hothatch

@connorlaw8865

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau hell yeh

Nobody makes hot hatches like Ford. Beautiful paint color too

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

I love this model so much eh

I remember the old laser tx3 and original WRX they were good back in the day until my mate put a 351 clevo in a 1969 Capri 😆

Sounds like you need really really good tyres on this beast to defeat some torque steer?

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

i love the torque steer :)

I've got an orange 5 door 08 plate.

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

absolutely love the XR5 turbos

What exhaust has it got?

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

i think it was standard but had no cats

I Gapplebeesed the shit of one of these last night with my 1984 Mitsubishi GSR Cordia Turbo running 10psi on my wastegate spring pressure tune 😂. Apparently it had a stage 2 tune but they are too heavy 1400kg vs 950kg of my evo swapped Cordia.

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

its definitely not a car for the drags.. but its a huge amount of fun to drive

Are those headlights stock? they look amazing....Great review man like always.... you never see these cars one the road... Spins me out when you do and see the XR badge cause so used to the XR6/XR8 falcons.. think i have seen the XR4 once

@AlanXR6

4 жыл бұрын

They are aftermarket headlights

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

aftermarket headlights.. i know what you mean eh its funny to see this in the XR line up.. but after driving one its well deserved.. ive only ever seen a XR4 once or twice also lol

@brycemarten6580

4 жыл бұрын

There mars performance halos 👍

What's your take on a modified xr5 or a MK2 rs?

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

If you can afford a MK2 RS get the RS will hold value and it is the better hatch by far.. but value for money the XR5 is great! Just make sure you check the maintenance history.. I love them tho would honestly own one

You should mention how much it costs to be able to open the bonnet once the shitty OEM latch fails.

7:30 hey bro!

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

is that you! haha finally we found ya :p

@xxmr1nnocentxx993

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau haha, long time no see. Long time still hearing that turbo sututu

I think this one lives near me in armadale I could very well be wrong

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

no think this one is south perth area.. its crazy since driving this XR5 i now see them everywhere! haha like at least 3-4 a day..

@brycemarten6580

4 жыл бұрын

South Perth Como aha

Yo Bro review the W427 HSV

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

if i can find one i will!

Are these legal for P platers?

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

im not sure.. depends on what state your in i think

Going to look at one today, if you know of anyone selling a nice one , let me know bro. Cheers.

@RossReviewsau

6 ай бұрын

Hard to find clean ones unless spending decent coin

fun to watch Jon....Not a biggest fan of the Focus but I do like them and have driven a couple...Give me this era because they are much better to look at than the later ones IMO.. The FG XR6 N/a Falcon is about 6.5 to 7 seconds to 100 by the way kzread.info/dash/bejne/pnirlKOPhpPSj6Q.html so around the same acceleration which is interesting to see given that the Focus has a lot less less engine capacity in size but also less weight and the turbo bolted in . . The XR5 though has a lot to like about it if the hatch is the choice people prefer and has killer looks to match ..I guess the big difference if you want a turbo Ford is the endless upgrading the Falcon gives you that a Focus is much more limited in and why these XR5's would never be a big seller in this country . The XR6 T will always be king . Thanks for the insight into it .

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

this is the best era as its got the 5 pot engine.. the biggest thing about the 0-100 time on the XR5 is that is front wheel drive n really struggles to get the power down.. once its moving it really feels proper quick.. but yes XR6T will always be the king

@1breematt

8 ай бұрын

@@RossReviewsau Nice one bud. Well put :D

More hot hatches please, get some Renault sports on lad

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

i love a good hothatch! so will try n find some more cheers man

@dehechenka

4 жыл бұрын

Ross Reviews np bro

Love the hot hatches, should get a vw golf gti or golf r on the channel

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

thanks m8! i love hatches to.. i will try n find some more

The power does last up until 4000 revs and the torque drops off...few mods will fix that....

focus rs mk2 goes past at 7:27 and not even a stare? Ahaha

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

haha yes i remember seeing this go bye! beautiful white one

@IFightForOne

4 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau caught my eye the second it went past! Great review btw

7:25 Clean RS went passed

ST in UK , Volvo engine is ' the Star

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

the volvo engine makes the whole car! gotta love that 5 pot sound

I'm pretty sure these have gone up in value since this video...the price range you said doesn't match online prices.

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

yeh most likely covid tax man

@FocusRS500

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau haha yea didn't think about that. I was lucky enough to find one with super low ks, but still a good price. 14,800 with 31,000 ks, rare find.

@edwinbrycepillay7291

2 жыл бұрын

@@FocusRS500 is it reliable? Do you use it as a daily?

@FocusRS500

2 жыл бұрын

@@edwinbrycepillay7291 very very reliable cars if u buy low ks, from a mature driver, do not buy from a young male p plater . I use mine as a daily Have not had 1 issue in the last year .

Most of the cars have the indicators on the left side

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

yup very annoying lol

@mariusnicolaeluca1162

3 жыл бұрын

In Europe all are the same 😂

sounds like a mini lamborghini

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

its crazy eh! the 5 pot engine sounds so good

They do not have the same engine as the RS at all. The internals are totally different

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

i stand corrected.. they do have forged internals.. still i mean its the same "base" engine.. same platform just ya RS is much more sorted

I have a xr5 mondeo I welcome u to review my car

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

are you in perth? be happy to

@RustyTank

3 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau no man on the goldcoast

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

@@RustyTank hope to get up there soon man just waiting on covid!

weird how they call a focus 225 a xr5 lol

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

It’s because we have XR4s XR6s XR8s 😂😂😂 so naturally they made it a XR5

Not sure should be saying de cat then drive on street with rego visible. Sounds like a ticket in the making.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

never had an issue n this car is basically stock compared to a lot of cars i've reviewed.. i always say we can take the plates off.. but no one ever does

@Motown952

4 жыл бұрын

Ross Reviews Thats cool Ross. i think the fines are pretty huge for that. I know its common with focus drivers because they love to see those flames. Very nice review and sweet little car.

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

@@Motown952 thanks man :) yes always cool to see the flames lol

No mate, the indicators are on the right side.

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

🤦‍♂️

WA?

@RossReviewsau

2 жыл бұрын

yes sir

@jogzmh5926

2 жыл бұрын

@@RossReviewsau I thought I recognised the style of land

The modifications on this car are questionable 😂

@RossReviewsau

3 жыл бұрын

haha hey each to their own.. i reck its not bad, tho the crackle map is to much.. good for a laugh tho

U will fuck the driveshafts pulling like that on these 😂

Loved this bro. Check out my channel if you want some mk2 focus st/ ford xr5 turbo content :) shame your so far away in aus. But I rep the ST scene here in the UK

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

thanks m8! appreciate it.. gotta love a good hothatch

I hate right wheel drive cars! HATE !!!!!

@RossReviewsau

4 жыл бұрын

why? all the good ones are usually RHD lol