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Which Seat Is Right For You? Mirco RS2 VS RS7
3rd February 2026
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Which Seat Is Right For You? Mirco RS2 VS RS7 Choosing a head supported bucket seat is a big decision, especially when you are working
Ford Escort MK2 with Mirco RS2 Bucket Seats
The Ford Escort Mk2 is one of those cars where interior space is always at a premium, especially once you add a roll cage and start moving toward a proper rally specification build. Choosing the right seat for a car like this is rarely straightforward. Many modern bucket seats, particularly those with integrated head support, are simply too large to work comfortably inside smaller classic shells.
This customer came to us looking for a seat that would deliver proper motorsport support and safety, without causing clearance issues inside the Escort. They opted for a pair of Mirco RS2 FIA bucket seats trimmed in 3D spacer fabric, and the end result shows just how well this seat suits compact rally builds.
Despite the Escort’s limited cabin space and the presence of a full roll cage with door bars, the RS2 fitted cleanly with no additional modifications required. It is a great example of how choosing the right seat design can avoid a lot of unnecessary compromise.
Why upgrade to an aftermarket seat with head support
In rally applications, the demands placed on the driver are very different to normal road or even circuit driving. Rough surfaces, sudden direction changes, jumps, and constant vibration all contribute to increased movement inside the cockpit. Standard seats, or even non head support bucket seats, simply do not offer enough control in these conditions.
An aftermarket seat with integrated head support helps control lateral head movement, keeping the driver more stable and reducing fatigue over long stages. In this case, the added head support from the Mirco RS2 plays a key role in keeping the driver comfortable and focused, rather than constantly bracing against movement.
There is also an important safety element. In a caged rally car, head support seats help reduce the risk of the driver’s head contacting roll cage bars or door structures during heavy impacts. The RS2 provides a controlled seating position that works alongside harnesses and a helmet, making it a far safer environment for competition use.
Mirco RS2 FIA bucket seat overview
The Mirco RS2 is a slimline FIA approved bucket seat designed specifically with compact interiors in mind. It uses a lightweight fibreglass shell, which keeps weight down while maintaining the rigidity needed for motorsport use.
As standard, the RS2 is supplied with Mirco’s 3D spacer fabric trim. This material improves airflow and comfort, which is especially useful in rally cars where heat buildup can become an issue. The trim can also be upgraded with optional materials depending on preference, but the 3D spacer fabric is a popular choice for competition builds.
The RS2 carries a 5 year FIA homologation, making it suitable for regulated motorsport events. Its shape is designed to offer strong lateral and shoulder support without becoming excessively wide, which is exactly why it works so well in cars like the Escort Mk2.
Key features of the Mirco RS2 include:
- Fibreglass shell construction
- Integrated head support
- 5-year FIA homologation
- 3D spacer fabric trim as standard
- Slimline external profile
- Harness compatible design
- Designed for compact interiors
Seat dimensions and driver fitment
Seat width is one of the most critical factors when fitting bucket seats into classic cars, and this is where the Mirco RS2 really stands out. At its widest point, the RS2 measures 585mm, which makes it well suited to smaller cabins like the Escort Mk2.
As a general rule, we recommend sticking to seats around this width or narrower when working with classic Escorts, particularly once door bars and cages are involved. Anything wider often leads to clearance issues that require compromise elsewhere.
Internally, the RS2 can feel tight at the hips for larger drivers. Based on fitment feedback, we typically recommend this seat for drivers with a 30 to 36 inch waist. Drivers outside this range may find it restrictive, particularly for longer events.
Main seat measurements include:
- Maximum external width: approximately 585mm
- Internal seat width at hips: approximately 385mm
- Overall seat height: approximately 860mm
- Base width: approximately 480mm
As always, measuring your interior space before committing to a seat is essential, especially in classic and motorsport builds.
Installation and mounting in the Ford Escort Mk2
Like most fibreglass bucket seats, the Mirco RS2 is side mounted only. It is designed to work with aftermarket universal side mounts and most vehicle specific sub frames where available.
The RS2 uses a 345mm wide bolt pattern, which matches many aftermarket seat frames. If your chosen frames use a different bolt spacing, such as the popular Cobra fitting equipment with a 291mm wide pattern, adaptation bars may be required to bridge the difference. The exact setup depends on what mounting equipment is available for your car.
In this particular Escort Mk2, there are no aftermarket vehicle specific seat sub frames available. To solve this, the customer side mounted the RS2 seats directly to the floor of the car. This approach is common in rally builds and offers two major advantages. It saves weight and it keeps the seating position as low as possible.
This was especially important here, as the Mirco RS2 is a relatively tall seat. Once mounted directly to the floor, there was no contact with the roof and plenty of head clearance, even with a helmet fitted. Despite the tight cabin, the seats cleared the roll cage and door bars without issue.
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Installation and mounting in the Ford Escort Mk2
Like most fibreglass bucket seats, the Mirco RS2 is side mounted only. It is designed to work with aftermarket universal side mounts and most vehicle specific sub frames where available.
The RS2 uses a 345mm wide bolt pattern, which matches many aftermarket seat frames. If your chosen frames use a different bolt spacing, such as the popular Cobra fitting equipment with a 291mm wide pattern, adaptation bars may be required to bridge the difference. The exact setup depends on what mounting equipment is available for your car.
In this particular Escort Mk2, there are no aftermarket vehicle specific seat sub frames available. To solve this, the customer side mounted the RS2 seats directly to the floor of the car. This approach is common in rally builds and offers two major advantages. It saves weight and it keeps the seating position as low as possible.
This was especially important here, as the Mirco RS2 is a relatively tall seat. Once mounted directly to the floor, there was no contact with the roof and plenty of head clearance, even with a helmet fitted. Despite the tight cabin, the seats cleared the roll cage and door bars without issue.
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Why the Mirco RS2 works so well in small rally cars
Small rally cars like the Ford Escort Mk2 leave very little margin for error when it comes to seat choice. Once a roll cage, door bars, transmission tunnel, and steering column are all in place, the available space around the driver becomes extremely limited. This is where many modern bucket seats start to cause problems, as they are often designed with wider shoulders, deeper bases, and larger external profiles that simply do not suit compact shells.
The Mirco RS2 avoids these issues through a genuinely compact external design. Its shell is slim through the shoulders and base, which allows it to sit comfortably between door bars and transmission tunnels without forcing compromises elsewhere in the cockpit. In this Escort, that meant no trimming, reshaping, or repositioning of interior components, even with a full cage fitted.
Height is another critical factor in rally cars. Many head support seats are tall and can easily end up too close to the roof or roof bars, especially once helmet clearance is taken into account. Although the RS2 has integrated head support, its overall proportions are well balanced. By side mounting the seat directly to the floor, the customer achieved a low seating position that maintained plenty of headroom and avoided contact with the roof and cage.
Support is also delivered in a way that suits rough surface driving. The RS2 holds the torso and shoulders firmly without relying on excessive width or overly aggressive shaping. This keeps the driver stable during heavy landings, quick direction changes, and uneven terrain, while still allowing enough freedom of movement to work the pedals and steering comfortably.
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Final thoughts a compact FIA seat that suits classic rally builds
The Mirco RS2 is an excellent example of a modern motorsport seat that understands the realities of classic rally cars. It delivers proper FIA approved safety, strong head and body support, and a compact shape that avoids common fitment issues.
In this Ford Escort Mk2, the RS2 fitted cleanly, required no body modifications, and provided the driver with a safe, comfortable, and confidence-inspiring seating position. For anyone building a classic rally car and struggling with seat fitment, the Mirco RS2 is well worth serious consideration.
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