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Ford Focus III Hatchback 1.6 Ti-VCT (85 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
III Hatchback Overview:
Ford Focus (III Hatchback). With 141 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.15 l/100km). Weighing only 1195 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.9 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 Ti-VCT (85 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Underpowered for anything beyond city driving, struggles with acceleration and highway speeds.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for a petrol, but the lack of power might make it less efficient in real-world driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Engaging driving dynamics and handling
- • Wide range of efficient engines (petrol and diesel)
- • High-quality interior and technology for its class
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Practical and versatile hatchback design
Cons:
- • Some lower-spec engines can feel underpowered
- • Powershift automatic gearbox can be problematic for some
- • Rear legroom is adequate but not class-leading
- • Infotainment system can be complex on early models
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Hatchback: April, 2020 - 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Focus |
| Generation: | III Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 Ti-VCT (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 2011 |
| End of production: | September, 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 53.3 Hp/l [20mm less] |
| Torque: | 141 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XTDA More details about the engine XTDA |
| Engine displacement: | 1596 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.1 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8-8.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6-4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 71.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 118 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1195 |
| Max. weight: | 1825 |
| Max load: | 630 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1101 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 316 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 700 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 635 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4358 mm mm [20mm less] |
| Width: | 1823 mm mm [2mm less] |
| Height: | 1484 mm mm [32mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2648 mm mm [52mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1858 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2010 mm |
| Front track: | 1544-1559 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1534-1549 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| 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 | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 215/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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