The new Ford Focus is an engineering masterpiece. Still, German Loder1899 think they can do better.

This is the result of their efforts. Based on the 2.0 liter TDCi diesel model, Loder’s Focus receives a pretty substantial power upgrade from 140 PS to 195 PS and from 320 Nm to 395 Nm of torque. They’ve also used sportier suspension components that lower the car by 35 mm and installed a stainless steel sport exhaust system for a better soundtrack.

So as far as technicalities go, the car’s very good. But in terms of design, it is less successful and that’s because the Focus itself is not a very sporty car to begin with. The third gen is caertainly better than the one it replaces, but it’s nowhere near as cool and amazing as the Focus mk1. Loder’s bodykit consisting of carbon fiber front spoiler, side skirts, and rear diffuser, plus daytime running LED lights, does not make thing better either.

As for the wheels, Loder lets you choose between various 18-, 19- and 20-inch sets in different designs and finish.