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Ford Focus I Sedan 1.8 TDCi (115 Hp)
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Ford Focus:
The Ford Focus is a compact car manufactured by the Ford Motor Company from 1998 until 2025. It was created under Alexander Trotman's Ford 2000 plan, which aimed to globalize model development and sell one compact vehicle worldwide. The original Focus was primarily designed by Ford of Europe's German and British teams. Production of the fourth generation Focus began in 2018 in Germany and China. In 2025, Ford announced that the Focus will no longer be built, in line with an announcement made in 2022....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Sedan Overview:
Ford Focus (I Sedan). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1300 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.8 s). The top speed reaches 196 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 TDCi (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent performance with strong mid-range torque, making it ideal for highway cruising and effortless overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Remarkably fuel-efficient, especially on longer journeys, offering some of the best economy figures in the Focus I lineup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional handling and driving dynamics for its class.
- • Comfortable ride quality, absorbing bumps well.
- • Practical and spacious interior for a compact sedan.
- • Wide range of engines to suit different needs.
- • Excellent value for money on the used market.
Cons:
- • Some interior plastics feel cheap and scratch-prone.
- • Potential for rust, especially on early models.
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish.
- • Diesel engines can be noisy at higher RPMs.
- • Base petrol engines (1.4L) can feel underpowered.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback I: 2002 - 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | I Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 TDCi (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.6 Hp/l [186mm more] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F9DA More details about the engine F9DA |
| Engine displacement: | 1753 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 196 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.3 kg/Hp, 88.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.2 kg/Nm, 192.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1300 |
| Max. weight: | 1725 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4369 mm mm [186mm more] |
| Width: | 1702 mm mm [70mm less] |
| Height: | 1481 mm mm [21mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2615 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1484 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1477 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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