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Megane RS Trophy vs Focus ST

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Max Laps
16 laps
Duration
1 hrs
Mileage
38 miles

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Drive two of the best hot hatches on the market from two different manufacturers - The latest Renault Megane RS Trophy and Ford Focus ST models on track at Thruxton. The One-2-One experience gives customers lots of laps behind the wheel of other models

  • Drive the Renault Megane RS Trophy or Trophy-R and the Ford Focus ST models
  • Experience both models as you develop your track driving technique
  • Expert tuition from ARDS race instructors
Call 01264 882222 to speak to a member of our team

Need to know

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Briefing

Our senior ARDS Race Instructor will give a full briefing detailing the important information you need to know before getting behind the wheel and heading out on track; circuit layout, racing line, turn in, apex, exit, braking, throttle control, driving Position, steering, pedal control, gear change, understanding paddle shift, overtaking and flag signals. As part of the briefing we have a unique CGI sequence which shows how a vehicle reacts to the inputs made by the driver including; chassis dynamics, weight transfer, oversteer and understeer.

3 laps

Demonstration - Instructor drives

Our advanced ARDS qualified race instructors will help guests learn the circuit and get the most out of the Renault Megane and enjoy their time on track.

6 laps

Renault Megane RS Trophy or Trophy-R - Guest drives

Get ready to drive one of the best hot-hatch cars on the market. Exceptional handling, agility and dynamic composure, plenty of power and stunning looks make the Renault Megane RS Trophy and Trophy-R brilliant machines. Both feel at home on the track, the front-end grip is astonishing. The high-speed compliance is on par with much more exotic machinery. Guests can choose which model to drive on the day.

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Break

6 laps

Ford Focus ST - Guest drives

The Focus ST delivers an epic driving experience. A brilliant chassis combined with a 2.3-litre engine, continuously controlled damping and a limited-slip differential make for an outstanding car that comes alive around the fastest sweeping corners at Thruxton.

1 laps

Focus ST or Megane RS Trophy - Instructor drives

Your ARDS race instructor will finish the experience off with a high-speed white knuckle ride in the the hot hatch of your choice.

What to expect from the Megane RS Trophy vs Focus ST Driving Experience

Drive two of the best hot hatches on the market from two different manufacturers - The latest Renault Megane RS Trophy and Ford Focus ST models on track at Thruxton.

Renault come to the party with the Megane RS Trophy and the more extreme Trophy-R (guests can choose which version to drive on the day). Ford arrive with the equally stunning Focus ST.

First up is the Renault Megane RS Trophy or Trophy-R. Both are fantastic vehicles and excel on track. The RS Trophy features a firm chassis - with the Renault 4Control four-wheel steering system, limited-slip differential, Brembo brakes behind 19-inch wheels, driven by a 1.8-litre turbo engine with 297BHP through a paddle-shift gearbox, all wrapped in an aggressively styled, bespoke badged front-wheel-drive hot hatch. The Trophy-R loses some weight, the paddle-shift gearbox is replaced with a manual box, improved aerodynamics and a bespoke axel and an adjustable suspension system make the Trophy-R a very different machine. Both have bundles of character and are impressive in their own way.

Next is the Ford Focus ST. Propelled by a rollicking 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 276bhp. Helping put that power down is a brilliant chassis, a limited-slip differential, adaptive damping and 19-inch wheels. The ST feels perfectly at home on track, encouraging the driver to attack the racing line.

You'll be amazed at the differences in each car yet how close they compare on track.

The Ford Focus ST is agile and has an entertaining chassis. The Renault Megane brings stunning pace on track with sky-high limits and heroic ceramic brakes

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The Thruxton difference

Quality experiences

Over 40 years of experience in operating driving experiences. Everything is geared around a quality experience and we limit numbers to ensure this.

FIA licensed race track

Thruxton is the fastest race track in the UK and a fully licensed FIA venue - not a disused airfield.

Pro instructors

We only use professional ARDS qualified race instructors who will make your drive more enjoyable.

No artificial corners

No 70mph speed limits or numerous "cone chicanes" to keep the speed artificially slow.

360º videos

The ultimate memento of your visit to Thruxton. Our 360 cameras will capture all the action of your drive in 4K, true 360-degree video for you to enjoy afterwards on all your devices.

Driving hot-hatches on the fastest circuit in the UK

Six Amazing Cars

Winner of the Top Gear Magazine Hot Hatch award and you'll understand why the moment you get behind the wheel and head out on track. The ST is propelled by a brilliant 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 276bhp and 310lb ft of torque. Helping put that power down is a brilliant chassis, a limited-slip differential, adaptive damping and 19-inch wheels.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    276 bhp
  • Torque
    310 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    155 mph
  • 0-60
    5.7 seconds

Is the Renault Mégane the master of front-wheel-drive? Discover for yourself at Thruxton. The Mégane Trophy is the most entertaining hot hatch experience around. There are few hot hatches that will delight and surprise you as much as the Renault Mégane trophy. Four-wheel steer is an exclusive addition which adds to the dynamic experience out on track.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    297 bhp
  • Torque
    420 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    160 mph
  • 0-60
    5.7 seconds

If the Renault Mégane Trophy wasn't quick enough. The Mégane Trophy-R is the kind of car to render you breathless and a little astonished that a front-driven hatchback can be driven so hard and keep coming back for more, lap after lap. Renault have taken the 'regular' Mégane Trophy and given it steriods! The result is incredible.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    295 bhp
  • Torque
    400 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    162 mph
  • 0-60
    5.4 seconds

Winner of the Top Gear Magazine Hot Hatch award and you'll understand why the moment you get behind the wheel and head out on track. The ST is propelled by a brilliant 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 276bhp and 310lb ft of torque. Helping put that power down is a brilliant chassis, a limited-slip differential, adaptive damping and 19-inch wheels.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    276 bhp
  • Torque
    310 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    155 mph
  • 0-60
    5.7 seconds

Is the Renault Mégane the master of front-wheel-drive? Discover for yourself at Thruxton. The Mégane Trophy is the most entertaining hot hatch experience around. There are few hot hatches that will delight and surprise you as much as the Renault Mégane trophy. Four-wheel steer is an exclusive addition which adds to the dynamic experience out on track.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    297 bhp
  • Torque
    420 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    160 mph
  • 0-60
    5.7 seconds

If the Renault Mégane Trophy wasn't quick enough. The Mégane Trophy-R is the kind of car to render you breathless and a little astonished that a front-driven hatchback can be driven so hard and keep coming back for more, lap after lap. Renault have taken the 'regular' Mégane Trophy and given it steriods! The result is incredible.

Specification

  • Horsepower
    295 bhp
  • Torque
    400 lb/ft
  • Top Speed
    162 mph
  • 0-60
    5.4 seconds

Skilled Instructors On The Day

Charlie Mann

I am a young enthusiastic racing driver and race team owner of Mann Motorsport currently competing in Mini Challenge UK, with race wins, pole positions and fastest laps. I also run a multi-championship winning kart team and have been developing drivers through the Karting ranks for many years.

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Owen Hizzey

I am a 19-year-old British Racing Driver. Racing has been part of my life ever since I went to my first race meeting at 2 months old, and from then on my passion has just grown. I started officially racing karts at 6, and then moved onto cars at 14. I am currently competing in the British Endurance Racing Championship.

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Pat Blakeney

Operations Manager at Thruxton

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