Ford Fiesta RS with 250bhp due in 2017 say German media

Autobild suggests that the Fiesta RS is on track to be launched sometime in 2017 and that its power will be derived from the same turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine as the Fiesta ST. However, where the ST delivers 197 hp, the even more track-focused RS could deliver as much as 246 hp to offer performance previously unseen in small hatches.

The new Ford Focus RS looks set to be a triumph for Ford, with its 4WD powertrain, drift mode and 345bhp from its 2.3 liter EcoBoost engine.

The B-MAX lineup will grow with the addition of the Zetec Red Edition, White Edition and Silver Edition.

Besides adding in a few colors, Ford will also upgrade the interior and well as the engines of these models. This is enhanced with a black front grille and front and rear bumper inserts, body colored rear spoiler and black 16-inch alloy wheels.

However, it is not a secret that the company has an ambitious sports vehicle strategy that would see it boasts at least 12 new models in its sports auto portfolio by 2020. The interior gets a makeover too, with a contrasting black gear knob, a leather steering wheel with white stitching and white inserts for the interior door handles. All three editions feature a black contrasting roof and door mirrors.

There is also a choice of the award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine with 100PS or the 1.25-litre Duratec with 82PS in both three-door and five-door body styles. The special edition model will also come with a contrasting roof.

The new Focus Zetec S Red and Black Editions are available to order now.

Do these colorful choices increase the appeal of a Ford B-MAX, Fiesta or Focus to you?