Ford Focus — Specs, Trims, Prices & Owner Reviews
The Ford Focus is a compact car introduced in Europe in 1998 and in North America for the 2000 model year. Its early generations established the nameplate around responsive handling, practical body styles, and accessible small-car pricing.
Model years 2015–2018 · Independent buyer data
Fuel economy: 25 mpg city / 34 hwy / 28 combined (manual); 26 mpg city / 38 hwy / 31 combined (PowerShift)
Ford Focus: General Information
The Ford Focus is a compact car introduced in Europe in 1998 and in North America for the 2000 model year. Its early generations established the nameplate around responsive handling, practical body styles, and accessible small-car pricing.
The third-generation Focus reunited Ford's North American and international compact-car programs on one global platform. U.S. buyers received four-door sedan and five-door hatchback bodies, while the gasoline range expanded from efficiency-focused models to the turbocharged Focus ST and all-wheel-drive Focus RS.
Late third-generation U.S. gasoline powertrains ranged from a 123-hp 1.0L EcoBoost three-cylinder to the 350-hp RS, with EPA combined ratings spanning 22-34 mpg and 2018 base MSRPs from $17,950 to $41,120. North American Focus production ended in 2018.
Ford Focus by model year
2015 Ford Focus
2015 Ford Focus S
The sedan-only S used Ford's 160-hp 2.0L direct-injected four-cylinder with a five-speed manual or optional six-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic. For the 2015 refresh it included a rearview camera and Ford SYNC along with air conditioning, remote keyless entry, and 15-inch steel wheels. Its destination-inclusive starting MSRP was $18,045.
2015 Ford Focus SE
SE was offered as a sedan or hatchback with the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder, a five-speed manual, and an available six-speed PowerShift automatic. It also introduced the 123-hp 1.0L EcoBoost three-cylinder to the U.S. Focus range with a six-speed manual, including an SFE economy configuration. Destination-inclusive pricing started at $19,335 for the sedan and $19,835 for the hatchback.
2015 Ford Focus Titanium
Titanium was the luxury-focused Focus sedan and hatchback, combining the 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard six-speed PowerShift automatic and SelectShift. Heated leather-trimmed front seats, dual-zone climate control, Intelligent Access, and a 10-speaker Sony system were standard. Destination-inclusive pricing was $24,045 for the sedan and $24,545 for the hatchback.
2015 Ford Focus ST
The hatchback-only ST used a 252-hp 2.0L EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder, six-speed manual, performance brakes, and an ST-specific suspension. The 2015 refresh brought revised styling, firmer suspension hardware, updated steering, LED signature lighting, and a new flat-bottom steering wheel. Its destination-inclusive base MSRP was $25,245, with ST2 and ST3 equipment groups adding progressively richer lighting, audio, and RECARO seating.
2015 Ford Focus Electric
The five-door Focus Electric paired a 107-kW motor producing 143 hp and 184 lb-ft with a 23-kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery and single-speed transmission. FuelEconomy.gov rates it at 105 MPGe combined with a 76-mile range, while its 6.6-kW onboard charger supports a roughly 3.5-hour 240-volt charge. Its destination-inclusive MSRP was $30,045.
2016 Ford Focus
2016 Ford Focus S
The sedan-only S used Ford's 160-hp 2.0L direct-injected four-cylinder with a five-speed manual or optional six-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic. Standard equipment included SYNC, a rearview camera, air conditioning, remote keyless entry, and 15-inch steel wheels. Its destination-inclusive starting MSRP was $18,100.
2016 Ford Focus SE
SE was offered as a sedan or hatchback with either the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder or the 123-hp 1.0L EcoBoost three-cylinder. Both engines could be paired with manual or automatic transmissions, and the conventional six-speed automatic was newly available with the 1.0L for 2016. Destination-inclusive pricing started at $19,390 for the sedan and $19,890 for the hatchback.
2016 Ford Focus Titanium
Titanium was the luxury-focused Focus sedan and hatchback, pairing the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard six-speed PowerShift automatic and SelectShift. Heated leather-trimmed front seats, dual-zone climate control, SYNC 3, Intelligent Access, and a 10-speaker Sony system were standard. Destination-inclusive pricing was $24,100 for the sedan and $24,600 for the hatchback.
2016 Ford Focus ST
The hatchback-only ST used a 252-hp 2.0L EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder, six-speed manual, performance brakes, and an ST-specific suspension. Equipment Groups 401A and 402A created the commonly named ST2 and ST3 configurations with progressively richer lighting, audio, climate, navigation, and RECARO seating equipment. Its destination-inclusive base MSRP was $25,300.
2016 Ford Focus RS
The all-new 2016 Focus RS was the first RS-badged Ford marketed in the United States. Its 350-hp 2.3L EcoBoost engine, six-speed manual, Ford Performance all-wheel drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring, launch control, and selectable drive modes made it the range's flagship performance hatchback. Its destination-inclusive starting price was $36,605, while the RS2 Package added heated leather-trimmed RECARO seating and navigation.
2016 Ford Focus Electric
The five-door Focus Electric paired a 107-kW motor producing 143 hp and 184 lb-ft with a 23-kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery and single-speed transmission. FuelEconomy.gov rates it at 110 MPGe city, 99 highway, and 105 combined with a 76-mile range, while its 6.6-kW onboard charger supports a 3.6-hour 240-volt charge. Its destination-inclusive MSRP was $30,045, with leather-trimmed seating available for $995.
2017 Ford Focus
2017 Ford Focus S
The sedan-only S used Ford's 160-hp 2.0L direct-injected four-cylinder with a five-speed manual or optional six-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic. Standard equipment included SYNC, a rearview camera, air conditioning, remote keyless entry, and 15-inch steel wheels. Its destination-inclusive starting price was $17,650.
2017 Ford Focus SE
SE was offered as a sedan or hatchback with different standard powertrains: the sedan used the 123-hp 1.0L EcoBoost three-cylinder, while the hatchback used the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder. Manual and automatic choices were available, and the 2.0L could also be ordered on the sedan. Destination-inclusive pricing started at $19,050 for the sedan and $20,640 for the hatchback.
2017 Ford Focus SEL
The SEL returned to the U.S. Focus lineup for 2017 as a better-equipped sedan or hatchback between SE and Titanium. It paired the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard SelectShift PowerShift automatic and added SYNC 3, dual-zone climate control, a power moonroof, rear parking sensors, and 17-inch wheels. Destination-inclusive pricing was $21,650 for the sedan and $22,150 for the hatchback.
2017 Ford Focus Titanium
Titanium was the luxury-focused Focus sedan and hatchback, combining the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard SelectShift PowerShift automatic. Heated leather-trimmed front seats and steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, Intelligent Access, remote start, SYNC 3, and a 10-speaker Sony system were standard. Destination-inclusive pricing was $24,450 for the sedan and $24,950 for the hatchback.
2017 Ford Focus ST
The hatchback-only ST used a 252-hp 2.0L EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder, six-speed manual, performance brakes, and an ST-specific suspension. Equipment Groups 401A and 402A created the ST2 and ST3 configurations, and a power moonroof became standard with ST2 for 2017. Its destination-inclusive starting price was $25,650.
2017 Ford Focus RS
The Focus RS returned essentially unchanged after its mid-2016 U.S. introduction, using a 350-hp 2.3L EcoBoost engine, six-speed manual, and Ford Performance all-wheel drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring. Launch control and selectable drive modes included Track and Drift settings, while the RS2 Package added heated leather-trimmed RECARO seating and navigation. Its destination-inclusive starting price was $36,995.
2018 Ford Focus
2018 Ford Focus S
The sedan-only S carried Ford's 160-hp 2.0L direct-injected four-cylinder into the Focus's final U.S. model year. A five-speed manual was standard and a six-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic was optional. Its starting MSRP was $17,950.
2018 Ford Focus SE
SE covered both body styles with different standard powertrains: the sedan used a 123-hp 1.0L EcoBoost three-cylinder and six-speed manual, while the hatchback used the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder and PowerShift automatic. The sedan could also be ordered with either a 1.0L SelectShift automatic or the 2.0L PowerShift combination. Starting MSRPs were $19,245 for the sedan and $20,540 for the hatchback.
2018 Ford Focus SEL
SEL remained the value-focused upscale Focus sedan and hatchback for 2018. It paired the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard SelectShift PowerShift automatic and included SYNC 3, a power moonroof, reverse sensing, dual-zone climate control, and 17-inch wheels. Starting MSRPs were $21,570 for the sedan and $22,070 for the hatchback.
2018 Ford Focus Titanium
Titanium was the luxury-focused Focus sedan and hatchback, pairing the 160-hp 2.0L four-cylinder with a standard SelectShift PowerShift automatic. Heated leather-trimmed front seats, a heated steering wheel and mirrors, SYNC 3, a Sony 10-speaker system, Intelligent Access, and 17-inch polished wheels were standard. Starting MSRPs were $24,120 for the sedan and $24,620 for the hatchback.
2018 Ford Focus ST
The hatchback-only ST carried its 252-hp 2.0L EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder, six-speed manual, unique sport suspension, and performance brakes into its final U.S. model year. Equipment Groups 401A and 402A created the ST2 and ST3 configurations with progressively richer RECARO seating, lighting, audio, and cabin equipment. Its starting MSRP was $25,170.
2018 Ford Focus RS
For 2018, the hatchback-only RS became a North America-limited edition with a new Quaife limited-slip front differential and the former RS2 comfort equipment made standard. Its 350-hp 2.3L EcoBoost engine, six-speed manual, and Ford Performance all-wheel drive with Dynamic Torque Vectoring continued unchanged. Ford offered 1,500 for North America, and the U.S. starting MSRP was $41,120.
Ford Focus trim levels
| Trim | MSRP | Engine | Power | Drive | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | $18,045 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 35 mpg |
| SE | $19,335 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3 | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (2.0L; 159 hp PZEV); 123 hp / 125 lb-ft (1.0L) | FWD | 26 / 35 mpg |
| Titanium | $24,045 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 37 mpg |
| ST | $25,245 | 2.0L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 252 hp / 270 lb-ft | FWD | 23 / 31 mpg |
| Electric | $30,045 | 107 kW electric motor / 23 kWh lithium-ion battery | 143 hp / 184 lb-ft | FWD | 110 / 99 MPGe |
| S | $18,100 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 36 mpg |
| SE | $19,390 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3 | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (2.0L; 159 hp PZEV) | 123 hp / 125 lb-ft (1.0L) | FWD | 26 / 36 mpg |
| Titanium | $24,100 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 37 mpg |
| ST | $25,300 | 2.0L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 252 hp / 270 lb-ft | FWD | 22 / 30 mpg |
| RS | $36,605 | 2.3L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 350 hp / 350 lb-ft | AWD | 19 / 25 mpg |
| Electric | $30,045 | 107 kW electric motor / 23 kWh lithium-ion battery | 143 hp / 184 lb-ft | FWD | 110 / 99 MPGe |
| S | $17,650 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 25 / 34 mpg |
| SE | $19,050 | 1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 123 hp / 125 lb-ft (1.0L) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (2.0L; 159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 30 / 40 mpg |
| SEL | $21,650 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 36 mpg |
| Titanium | $24,450 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 (FFV or PZEV) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (159 hp PZEV) | FWD | 26 / 36 mpg |
| ST | $25,650 | 2.0L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 252 hp / 270 lb-ft | FWD | 22 / 30 mpg |
| RS | $36,995 | 2.3L EcoBoost turbo I4 with Auto Start-Stop | 350 hp / 350 lb-ft | AWD | 19 / 25 mpg |
| S | $17,950 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft | FWD | 25 / 34 mpg |
| SE | $19,245 | 1.0L EcoBoost turbo I3 with Auto Start-Stop | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 | 123 hp / 125 lb-ft (1.0L) | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft (2.0L) | FWD | 30 / 40 mpg |
| SEL | $21,570 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft | FWD | 24 / 34 mpg |
| Titanium | $24,120 | 2.0L Ti-VCT GDI I4 | 160 hp / 146 lb-ft | FWD | 24 / 34 mpg |
| ST | $25,170 | 2.0L EcoBoost turbo I4 | 252 hp / 270 lb-ft | FWD | 22 / 30 mpg |
| RS | $41,120 | 2.3L EcoBoost turbo I4 with Auto Start-Stop | 350 hp / 350 lb-ft | AWD | 19 / 26 mpg |
Specifications (2018)
| Engine | 2.0L |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Power | 160 hp |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Ford Focus cost?
The Ford Focus has a typical price range of $17,950 - $41,120, spanning 23 trim levels. Actual prices vary by year, mileage and local market conditions.
What fuel economy does the Ford Focus get?
The Ford Focus achieves 25 / 34 mpg. Real-world figures depend on trim, drivetrain and driving style.
Is the Ford Focus reliable?
Recall history: 7 recalls (2018).
What years of the Ford Focus are available to compare?
Cars4Real covers Ford Focus model years 2015–2018. You can compare every year and trim side by side with live market prices and real owner reviews.