1998-2005 Focus OverviewFord Focus Overview (1998 - 2005)
1998 - 2005
Tech Specs Summary
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- 104 - 144 mph
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- 6.7 - 15.2 seconds
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- 74 - 212 BHP
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- 28 - 57.6 mpg
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- 1,068 - 1,350 kg
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- 350 - 1,210 L (Hatchback)
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- 490 L (Saloon)
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- 520 - 1,580 L (Estate)
This generation of the Ford Focus was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1998 - 2005. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as a hatchback, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 212 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Focus is the Ford Focus RS which scores 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 212 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 166 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 144 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.7 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Focus Estate 1.8 TDDi 75 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 645 miles and can store 520-1,580 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,000 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
