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 hp
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- 23.3 - 48 mpg
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- 2,355 - 2,976 lbs
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- 17.3 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 18.4 - 55.8 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 12.4 - 42.7 ft3 (Hatchback)
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 sedan, wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 212 hp 2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.32 lb/hp 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 Wagon 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 18.4-55.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,205 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
