Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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Jeremy Clarkson test-drives the Escort RS2000. It has a 3-door hatchback body style with a front-mounted engine powering the front wheels. The RS2000's engine is a naturally aspirated petrol 2-litre, double-overhead-camshaft 4-cylinder with 4 valves per cylinder.

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This unit produces 148 bhp (150 PS/110 kW) at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 190 N·m (140 lb·ft/19.4 kg · m) at 4500 rpm. Power is transmitted to the wheels through a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Ford Escort RS2000 weighs a claimed 1124 kg at the kerb. The top stated speed is 211 km/h (131 mph).

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